We must “completely overcome” Hamas in Gaza to “release all Israeli hostages,” says Benyamin Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu announced yesterday that he would summon “This week” his office for “Give instructions” In the army on the continuation of the war in the Gaza Strip in order to achieve the objectives it set for itself: “Defeat the enemy [le Hamas]. Nevertheless, Release our hostages and guarantee that Gaza is no longer a threat to Israel ”, he said.

This morning. the Israeli press, citing officials speaking under the cover of anonymity, seemed unanimous to predict the coming decision: “Netanyahu wants the Israeli army to conquer the entire Gaza Strip”summarizes Kan public radio. Several we must “completely overcome” hamas members of the cabinet who spoke with the Prime Minister “Confirmed that he decided to extend the fight. to areas where hostages could be detained”still according to Kan. “The fate is thrown. We go to the total conquest of the Gaza Strip »also ensures daily life Maariv.

Media like N12. however, evoke a “Negotiation tactics”and speculate on a possible opposition from the chief of staff of the army, the lieutenant-general Eyal Zamir, to this project. “The chief of staff must express his professional position without detour to political leaders. I am convinced that he will do it ”commented on X the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gideon Saar.

In addition, while several media announced the meeting of the cabinet this afternoon, Haaretz reports that it is postponed. Only one “Limited security consultation is planned with the chief of staff”. specifies we must “completely overcome” hamas the Israeli daily, adding that “Officials are considering the next measures to be taken in the face of recent events.”