Israel's military campaign in Gaza is marked by confusion about objectives and an ambiguous endgame. The primary goal is to pressure Hamas to release hostages, but further objectives have emerged, including capturing territory and dismantling Hamas's military presence. Prime Minister Netanyahu indicated a strategic escalation aimed at crippling Hamas, while Defense Minister Katz highlighted a potential long-term military presence to secure borders. As military operations intensify, evacuation warnings have increased, indicating a significant shift in tactics and focus within the ongoing conflict.
They agree on the primary objective to squeeze Hamas into releasing the dozens of hostages still being held in the enclave, with negotiations at an impasse.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel had moved up a gear in Gaza, capturing more territory, hitting militants and carving up the coastal strip.
The Israeli defense minister, Israel Katz, said the military was seizing swaths of territory to protect its forces and border towns, suggesting a longer-term presence in the enclave.
Despite over a year of war, efforts to crush Hamas's military capabilities and terminate the group's rule haven't been successful.
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