The government of Israel approved on Monday a ambitious and controversial military plan to “capture The entire Gaza Strip “ and maintain a “presence in the Palestinian territory” for a period indefiniteas confirmed by two Israeli officials. The decision, taken by the war cabinet in a vote made early in the day, marks a significant climbing In the conflict with Hamas and could unleash a strong international opposition.
Israel’s plan to capture Gaza
The plan, which seeks to achieve Israel’s objectives from defeat the militant group Hamas y release the hostages still retained, it would imply the Displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians to the south of Gazaaggravating an already extreme humanitarian crisis. According to official sources, the Israeli army already controls approximately 50% of the enclaveand new operations are expected to advance in a way gradual.
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Israeli military vehicles near the border with the Gaza Strip, in southern Israel. Archive.
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The Chief of the Israeli General also announced the call for tens of thousands of reserve soldiers. The plan would contemplate forceful offensives against strategic objectives and a scheme with which to resume humanitarian aid access to Gaza, blocked by Israel, who accuses Hamas of diverting resources for military purposes.
From the collapse of the last high fire, in mid -March, Israel He intensified his attacks About Gaza, causing the death of hundreds of people. Besides, restricted the entrance of food, water, fuel and medicationswhat generated famine, looting and a situation considered as The worst humanitarian catastrophe In the almost 19 months of war.
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Dozens of children gather in front of food cast center in Gaza.
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The officials also revealed that Israel has conversations with several countries about the controversial plan proposed by former President Donald Trump to take control of Gaza and relocate to its population what they call a “Voluntary emigration” of the Gazatí population, an idea that was already rejected by European allies and Arab countries.
