The Trump administration is exploring a controversial strategy to disarm Hamas, using a crisis involving Hamas militants stuck in tunnels as a potential model. This approach, which involves offering safe passage and amnesty, is met with skepticism from both Israel and some within Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition. The U.S. officials propose that Hamas militants in the Rafah tunnels surrender and hand over their weapons to a third party, with Israel granting amnesty in return. This plan aims to address the sensitive issue of disarming Hamas while also addressing the tactical and strategic challenges in Gaza. However, the Israeli side has expressed concerns about the militants' status and the return of a missing IDF officer's body, while Hamas officials accuse Israel of stalling. The situation remains complex, with ongoing negotiations and mediation efforts by Turkey's intelligence chief, Ibrahim Kalin, to find a resolution.
