Israeli cabinet meeting minutes indicate that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu opted for a starvation strategy against Gaza instead of pursuing the release of Israeli hostages. The leaked documents show Netanyahu dismissed multiple proposals for hostage release during the ceasefire discussions between January and March 2025. Despite widespread advice from military and intelligence officials to continue the ceasefire and secure negotiations for a permanent resolution, Netanyahu chose to cut off aid to Gaza, believing this would compel Hamas to surrender.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu chose to starve Gaza as a war strategy, refusing proposals for hostage release during the ceasefire negotiations in early 2025.
Cabinet meeting minutes reveal top military officials advocated for a ceasefire deal, while Netanyahu decided to sabotage negotiations to force Hamas into submission.
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