Israeli Min. Ben Gvir Rejects Gaza Deal, Calls for Full Occupation, Encouraging Palestinian Migration
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has firmly rejected any potential deal concerning the Gaza Strip, declaring that he 'will not allow it,' and expressing hope that Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich would join him in this stance.
In his remarks, Ben Gvir said allowing humanitarian aid into Gaza was a 'big mistake,' insisting that achieving victory requires intensifying military operations and halting aid deliveries.
'The war cannot stop without achieving total victory and eliminating Hamas,' Ben Gvir stated, calling for a full military occupation of the Gaza Strip and measures to 'encourage its residents to emigrate.'
His comments come amid ongoing debates within Israel's government over the course of the military campaign in Gaza and potential ceasefire or hostage-release agreements.
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