Israel will coordinate with the United States regarding Hamas fighters potentially stranded in third-party countries following a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former White House Senior Advisor Jared Kushner on November 9, 2025. The discussions centered on the fate of Hamas members who might potentially be seeking to relocate outside of Gaza as Israeli forces continue operations within the territory.
The coordination comes as Israel seeks assurances that Hamas leaders and operatives will not be granted safe haven in nations aligned with the U.S., potentially undermining long-term counterterrorism efforts. The arrangement, revealed following the closed-door meeting in Jerusalem, signifies a deepening of diplomatic efforts to contain the militant group even beyond the immediate conflict. The U.S. State Department has not yet commented on the specifics of the planned coordination.
Netanyahu and Kushner reportedly discussed strategies to prevent Hamas fighters from dispersing internationally, a scenario Israeli officials fear could allow the group to rebuild its capabilities and pose future threats. Kushner, who maintains close ties with the biden governance despite his previous role under President Trump, is believed to have conveyed U.S. willingness to assist in tracking and potentially preventing the movement of Hamas members.
Israel has publicly stated its intention to pursue Hamas operatives regardless of their location,and the agreement with the U.S. aims to streamline that process. The Israeli government has identified several countries as potential destinations for fleeing hamas fighters, but has not disclosed which nations are involved in the ongoing discussions.The coordination is expected to involve intelligence sharing and diplomatic pressure on countries considering accepting Hamas members.
