Gaza: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that Israel will launch an intensified military operation in Gaza, aimed at defeating Hamas.
In a statement to the Security Cabinet, Netanyahu outlined plans to expand the Gaza offensive, including a controversial move to relocate Gaza's population for "their own protection." However, Netanyahu did not elaborate on full scale operation and how much of the territory would be seized
The expansion of the offensive follows months of heavy bombardment, which has already claimed more than 52,000 Palestinian lives. Despite criticism from international groups, Israel remains committed to its strategy. Netanyahu reiterated that Israel’s military would not merely conduct raids but would occupy parts of Gaza. The plan is seen as a bid to fully control the enclave, especially in light of discussions about expelling Palestinians and managing humanitarian aid delivery.
Netanyahu's strategy has sparked internal dissent, with some military leaders expressing concern over the potential risks of capturing the entire Gaza Strip. Meanwhile, Hamas has rejected any ceasefire proposals unless they include Israel's full withdrawal from Gaza. International condemnation of the plans is mounting, with the United Nations warning that the strategy would exacerbate the humanitarian crisis, while NGOs express fear that aid delivery could be militarized, violating humanitarian principles.
The situation continues to evolve as Israel pushes for greater control over Gaza, with the world watching the consequences for Palestinian civilians.
