Washington’s reaction to Netanyahu’s comments has been muted as plans proceed to implement next stages of ceasefire

Netanyahu's comments come just over a week after President Trump said his Board of Peace had reached a "historic" agreement with Hamas to give up its weapons.

Israel has continued to carry out strikes since agreeing to a ceasefire last October, and its forces continued to control large swathes of the Gaza Strip.

Israel has rejected President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated Israel will not withdraw until Hamas disarms. Trump announced a breakthrough in his…