Benjamin Netanyahu concurs with the United States regarding Israel’s future strategies in Gaza
In the Israel-Hamas War, he asserted that achieving victory is attainable, while also criticizing suggestions for Israel to refrain from launching a military offensive in Rafah.
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s prime minister, stated that those urging him to reconsider his decision to enter Rafah were essentially aiding Hamas, following international appeals regarding military operations in the city. Netanyahu emphasized that regardless of the circumstances, Israel is determined to target the remaining Hamas units in Rafah, as he mentioned in an interview.
Benjamin Netanyahu stated that those advocating against entering Rafah are essentially advocating for losing the war and allowing Hamas to remain there. He emphasized Israel’s determination to target the remaining Hamas terrorist battalions in Rafah, aligning with the American perspective, while also ensuring safe passage for civilians to evacuate the area.
He remarked that achieving victory is imminent, while also criticizing appeals for Israel to refrain from launching a military offensive within Rafah.
“It’s a component of our military strategy to ensure the safety of civilians by facilitating their evacuation; conversely, Hamas aims to keep them in harm’s way,” he emphasized.
What’s going on in Rafah amid Hamas war?
Close to one million Palestinians have sought refuge in Rafah, Gaza’s southernmost city, amidst the conflict that commenced on October 7 of the previous year. Netanyahu’s office has directed the military to strategize for the evacuation of Rafah in anticipation of a potential ground offensive. Presently, Rafah accommodates over 1.3 million residents, the majority enduring the ravages of war, as reported by the United Nations.
According to the Gaza health ministry, Israel’s conflict in Gaza has resulted in the deaths of 28,176 Palestinians and injuries to 67,784 individuals since October 7.
What world leaders have said on Israel’s Rafah plans?
On social media platform X, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock expressed concern, stating that “the residents of Gaza cannot simply vanish,” warning that an Israeli offensive on Rafah would result in a “humanitarian disaster in the making.”
The foreign ministry of Saudi Arabia cautioned about the “grave consequences of storming and targeting” Rafah, urging for an immediate convening of a UN Security Council session. UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron expressed profound worry, emphasizing that the primary focus should be on an immediate cessation of hostilities to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery and hostage evacuation.
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