Israel Announces Plans to Seize Large Areas' of Gaza as It Expands Offensive Against Hamas
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Israel's Defense Minister announced an expansion of military operations in Gaza against Hamas, indicating plans to seize more territory. Minister Israel Katz highlighted the need for extensive evacuation of civilians from conflict zones, intensifying pressure on Hamas during ongoing cease-fire negotiations. Despite talks, a breakthrough remains elusive, as Hamas demands a complete Israeli withdrawal and the end of hostilities in exchange for hostages. Prime Minister Netanyahu outlined non-negotiable conditions for postwar Gaza, complicating the prospect of peace. The conflict reignited on March 18 after a failed cease-fire agreement.
"The expanding operation involved wide-scale evacuations of Gaza's population from combat zones, reflecting an intensifying pressure on Hamas amid stalled cease-fire negotiations."
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