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Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that he would not support Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's conscription bill, which exempts the ultra-Orthodox from military service. Minister Benny Gantz also expressed opposition, declaring that his party would not be part of the emergency government if such legislation is passed.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant claims that "dozens" of UNRWA staff were involved in the Hamas-led massacre against Israeli civilians on Oct. 7, prompting calls to dismantle UNRWA and create an alternative aid mechanism for Gaza. The UN has appointed an independent review amid allegations of staff involvement, and donor countries, including the U.S., have frozen funding to UNRWA. Israel has long criticized UNRWA for perpetuating the conflict and allowing antisemitic teachings in its schools, while UNRWA's commissioner-general has pledged to hold any staff involved in acts of terror accountable.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that over 100 Hamas terrorists were captured in the past 36 hours as the IDF continues its push in Khan Yunis in southern Gaza, with Hamas collapsing into its own tunnels. The IDF's 98th Paratroopers Division eliminated dozens of terrorists and targeted Hamas infrastructures, while Israeli Air Force fighter jets carried out strikes against various Hamas targets. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Gaza border and vowed to deepen roots in the land and uproot enemies, emphasizing the commitment to achieving total victory over Hamas.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that Gaza is the largest terrorism base in the world, with Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar hiding in a bunker and disconnected from his surroundings. The IDF is conducting a ground offensive in Gaza City for the first time in decades, with no ceasefire in sight. The military has struck over 14,000 targets, destroyed tunnel entrances, and captured thousands of weapons. The IDF is focused on dismantling Hamas, locating tunnels, and securing military strongholds. Humanitarian aid is being provided to the civilian population in Gaza.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant told troops near the Gaza border that they would soon see Gaza "from within," indicating an imminent ground operation in the Palestinian enclave. Israel has called up over 360,000 reservists and conducted airstrikes on Gaza as part of its efforts to expel Hamas militants who control the territory. Experts predict that the operation could last for several months.