Analysts say that despite its vast losses in Gaza, Hamas believes it can hold out for a deal that ensures its survival.
The Palestinian militant group has expressed similar positions in the past, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel dismissed its statement as “spin” and “nothing new.”
The Palestinian militant group has expressed similar positions in the past, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel dismissed its statement as “spin” and “nothing new.”
Bezalel Smotrich said Israel should take over most of the territory, partly in response to growing international moves to recognize a Palestinian state.
High-level political and security figures are said to be resisting the prime minister’s demand for a comprehensive deal to end the war in Gaza.
High-level political and security figures are said to be resisting the prime minister’s demand for a comprehensive deal to end the war in Gaza.
A shift toward pressing for a permanent cease-fire deal, alongside plans for a new offensive in Gaza City, means the fighting is unlikely to end soon.
Israel’s assassination of top officials last week is likely to make the Iranian-backed militia even more hawkish, Yemen analysts say.
The British government said it was acting in response to Israel’s escalating military operation in Gaza. Israel condemned the decision.
The British government said it was acting in response to Israel’s escalating military operation in Gaza. Israel condemned the decision.