Benjamin Netanyahu vows to ‘finish the job’ in planned takeover of Gaza
Benjamin Netanyahu defends Gaza takeover amid global criticism
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans for a military offensive in Gaza, stating Israel must "finish the job and complete the defeat of Hamas" and outlining goals to demilitarise the territory and establish Israeli security control.
- Netanyahu revealed a significant policy shift, directing the Israeli military to allow more foreign journalists into Gaza, a departure from previous restrictions.
- At least 26 Palestinians were killed while seeking aid in Gaza, with incidents occurring near food convoy routes and privately run distribution points.
- The Gaza Health Ministry reported that 100 children and 117 adults have died from malnutrition-related causes since the conflict began, a toll not included in the overall war casualties.
- Families of Israeli hostages and anti-government protesters in Israel are calling for a general strike, fearing that expanding military operations in Gaza will endanger the remaining approximately 50 hostages.