Israel will 'finish job' in Gaza and remove Palestinians: defence minister
Summary
Israel’s defence minister says the country will resume full-scale war in Gaza and force Palestinians out, amid an ongoing ceasefire and stalled talks over Hamas disarmament. The remarks come as Israel’s military campaign and the Hamas-led conflict continue to leave Gaza devastated and heavily displaced.
Key Points
- Israel’s defence minister Israel Katz said Israel is prepared to “finish the job” in Gaza and implement a migration plan for Palestinians.
- Katz claimed 70% of Gaza had already been emptied and said the United States was discussing where Gaza’s two million residents would go.
- The article cites heavy casualties from the war, including more than 73,700 deaths in Gaza and 1,221 people killed in the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected any Israeli withdrawal from Gaza until Hamas fully decommissions its weapons.
