Israelis are reacting with skepticism to a U.S.-backed proposal that would see Israeli forces withdraw from Gaza only after Hamas has fully disarmed. The proposal has sparked mixed reactions among Israelis, particularly those directly affected by the October 7 attacks. So, until Hamas is gone from Gaza, there will be no peace." Israel currently controls more than half of Gaza, where widespread destruction is visible across the territory. Hamas says it remains committed to the proposed roadmap and expects mediators and the United States to press Israel to move forward with the agreement.