‘I would keep my expectations low for a Gaza ceasefire phase two’

According to a January 27, 2026, report, Aaron David Miller, a former US senior advisor on Palestinian-Israeli negotiations, believes that the next phase of a Gaza ceasefire will face significant challenges. Miller states that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's focus on the demilitarization of Hamas will be a key obstacle. The report suggests that Netanyahu's insistence on Hamas's disarmament will likely complicate negotiations and potentially hinder the establishment of a lasting ceasefire agreement in Gaza. The statement highlights concerns about the feasibility and potential difficulties in achieving a long-term resolution to the conflict.