Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Gaza will not be rebuilt unless the territory is first demilitarized, meaning Hamas and other armed groups must give up their weapons and military capabilities. Netanyahu said Israel is discussing plans for Gaza’s future with its American partners, but he made clear that the two sides do not always agree. According to Netanyahu, when differences arise, the United States puts forward its interests while Israel focuses on what it considers necessary for its own security. The issue of reconstruction and disarmament has become one of the biggest disagreements in efforts to establish a long-term arrangement for Gaza. The United States has been pushing a broader plan that includes disarming Hamas, creating a new civilian administration and beginning reconstruction. However, Israel has insisted that Hamas must be fully disarmed before major reconstruction or an Israeli military withdrawal can take place. This disagreement has also affected U.S.-backed peace efforts. Recent talks involving U.S. envoy Jared Kushner produced some progress, including plans to create working groups dealing with Gaza’s disarmament and public health. But no final agreement was reached because Israel and Hamas still disagree over the order and timing of key steps. Hamas has indicated support for a phased disarmament process, while Netanyahu has demanded complete disarmament before Israel makes major concessions. This difference is important because Gaza has suffered enormous destruction, with homes, hospitals, roads, schools and other infrastructure badly damaged. For Palestinians, reconstruction is an urgent humanitarian need. Many people remain displaced and need safe housing, medical care, clean water and functioning basic services. But Netanyahu's position means that large-scale rebuilding could remain delayed until there is agreement over Hamas's weapons and Gaza's future security arrangements. The issue is also politically sensitive inside Israel. Netanyahu faces pressure from right-wing allies who want a tougher policy toward Gaza, while Washington is trying to advance a political and reconstruction plan.