‘Not to occupy but free Gaza’: Netanyahu defends Israel's military plans amid growing criticism; calls October 7 'most horrific attack against Jews since Holocaust'
Saturday, 9 August 2025 () Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Israel's aim to "free" Gaza from Hamas and establish a peaceful civilian government, excluding Hamas, the Palestinian Authority, or any terrorist organization. This statement follows the approval of a military plan involving control of Gaza City, sparking international criticism.
In a scathing critique, former Shin Bet chief Ami Ayalon has condemned Israel’s Gaza war strategy under Prime Minister Netanyahu, calling it “unjust, immoral, and unwinnable.” Ayalon warns that Israel risks becoming a global pariah without a political roadmap for Gaza. He criticizes the Abraham...
Hamas has issued a chilling warning that Israeli troops will be killed or captured if Israel pushes deeper into Gaza City. Abu Obeida, the spokesperson of Hamas’s al-Qassam Brigades, declared that..
Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has ignited outrage after equating Turkey with Hamas, following Ankara’s decision to cut all trade ties, close airspace, and shut ports to..
Hamas has launched a fresh operation against Israeli forces inside the Gaza Strip, delivering another deadly blow to the Israeli army. According to reports, at least one Israeli soldier was killed and..