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Netanyahu says decision made for full occupation of Gaza

GAZA STRIP, AUG 5 – Netanyahu aims to defeat Hamas and free hostages through expanded military control of Gaza despite warnings of increased civilian casualties and stalled ceasefire talks, officials said.

  • Following Monday evening, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided to fully occupy the Gaza Strip, including operations where hostages are kept.
  • Following months of negotiations, the announcement follows Hamas releasing a video showing emaciated hostages suffering amid widespread famine, sparking shock in Israel.
  • The army estimated it could take years to dismantle Hamas's infrastructure and opposed occupying the entire Gaza Strip, with Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir told he could resign if he opposed the plan.
  • In a significant escalation, the Israeli Defence Forces have been authorised to launch a full-scale assault on Gaza areas with hostages, risking their lives, critics warned.
  • The United Nations reported nearly 1,400 killed seeking food since May, including 859 near Gaza Humanitarian Foundation sites, raising concerns of law violations, WHO said last week.
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Center

According to media reports, Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu wants to take over the entire Gaza Strip. Thus, there are also military operations in areas where Israeli hostages are suspected.

·Hamburg, Germany
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Lean Left

According to consistent media reports, Benjamin Netanyahu wants to expand the war in the Gaza Strip, so he is considering ordering the entire area to be seized.

·Germany
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Center

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu wants to give instructions to the army this week to continue the Gaza war. To this end, he will convene his cabinet, according to a statement. Media reported Netanyahu was planning to expand the war against Hamas - up to the maximum option.

·Germany
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Haaretz broke the news in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel on Monday, August 4, 2025.
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