Israeli Army to ‘Take Control’ of Gaza City, Says PM Netanyahu

The Israeli Security Cabinet has officially approved a proposal put forth by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that outlines a military plan for the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) to take control of Gaza City, according to a statement released by the Prime Minister’s Office on Friday.

The move is a key component of Israel’s broader strategy to “defeat Hamas” in the Gaza Strip.

Points from the Statement

According to the official statement, the Israeli military will proceed with preparations to take control of Gaza City, a major stronghold of Hamas, while simultaneously ensuring the distribution of humanitarian aid to the civilian population located outside areas of active combat.

Humanitarian Concerns and Military Operations

The statement attempts to balance military objectives with humanitarian considerations by asserting that aid will be delivered to civilians who are not situated within conflict zones. However, no specific timeline for the operation or aid distribution logistics were disclosed.

This development marks a significant escalation in Israel’s campaign against Hamas and could further intensify the already dire humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, where many areas have suffered extensive destruction and displacement since the beginning of the conflict.