‘What began in Gaza must end in Gaza’
Speaking directly to the soldiers, Netanyahu said that the government had made “very difficult decisions, decisions that no one thought we could really implement”.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu published a video message on Tuesday evening to the TSAhal soldiers about the next stage of the war in Gaza, saying that “what started in Gaza – has to end in Gaza”.
Netanyahu noted that the current war effort is focused on Hamas, but said that Israel had also “done wonders” against Iran and its regional attorney. “We broke the Iranian axis-in Gaza, Lebanon with Hezbollah, with the Assad regime which collapsed, with Iran itself which threatened us with existential threats that we have withdrawn, and now also against the Houthis,” he said.
The Prime Minister stressed that Israel was fighting “a determined and supremely just war”, adding that the government does not forget “for a moment what was done to us on October 7: the decapitations, the women who were raped, the babies who were burned, the hostages taken to the Gaza tunnels. We act to bring them back. “
Netanyahu: Israel has made very difficult choices
Speaking directly to the soldiers, Netanyahu said that the government had made “very difficult decisions, decisions that no one thought we could really implement”. He stressed that these were carried out “because you gave us, and I, the strength to move the state of Israel towards a decisive victory”.
“Now we are in front of the decision stadium,” said Netanyahu. “I believe in you, I trust you, and the whole nation kisses you. With the help of God – together, we will win. “
“I want to strengthen you and express my deep gratitude to you, TSAhal soldiers, reservists and your families,” said Netanyahu. “I know you have paid a heavy price – at work, in your studies and at home.”
The FDI increases preparations for large -scale mobilization of reservists and an expected expansion of ground operations in the Gaza Strip, including a surge in the city of Gaza, the army announced on Tuesday.
The upcoming operation in Gaza City is considered a critical stage in the dismantling of Hamas military infrastructure. The city is considered the last bastion and an important command center of the organization in the enclave.
Netanyahu has already approved the FDI plan to capture Gaza City and simultaneously authorized renewed hostage negotiations. The officials claim that the objective is to conclude the conflict in accordance with the principles established by the security firm.
In particular, Netanyahu said both the security firm and the defense officials that a partial hostage agreement was outside the table and that it was only interested in complete agreements which would end the war on the conditions of Israel.
The chief of staff of the lieutenant-general. Eyal Zamir said last week that the army would continue until its two declared missions are carried out: the return of hostages and the defeat of Hamas. He added that the army operates with determination and direction Claire.
Amir Bohbot contributed to this report. It is a story in development.
