Netanyahu says Israel must complete defeat of Hamas to free hostages
'It is necessary to complete the defeat of the enemy in Gaza, to free all our hostages and to ensure that Gaza will no longer pose a threat to Israel,' Netanyahu said during a visit to an army training facility.
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