Israel Prepares Massive Mobilisation to “Free Gaza”
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has set the stage for a full‑scale military push into the Gaza Strip, pledging to crush Hamas and ensure the region is free of terrorist threat. The move comes as Israel already controls roughly 70% of Gaza territory.
Key Points of the Plan
- Reserves Ready: Defence Minister Israel Katz is set to call up about 430,000 reservists.
- Swift Victory: Netanyahu promises a rapid campaign aimed at dismantling the last two Hamas strongholds in Gaza City and the central camps.
- Post‑Conflict Vision: Once Hamas is defeated, Gaza would be demilitarised and a non‑Israeli civilian administration would be established within 24 hours.
- International Pushback: The UN Security Council and UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer have openly criticised the plan, calling it a recipe for further bloodshed.
- Humanitarian Toll: Gaza’s health ministry reports over 60,000 Palestinian casualties since the military escalation began.
Netanyahu’s Rhetoric
In a recent press briefing, the Israeli leader declared: “This is the best way to end the war, and the best way to end it speedily.” He clarified that the objective isn’t occupation but “freeing Gaza” entirely. He also stressed the requirement for a decisive finish: “Israel has no choice but to finish the job and complete the defeat of Hamas.”
What the Comments Mean
Netanyahu’s timeline focuses on quick, targeted strikes to eradicate the last two Hamas enclaves, while allegedly creating safe passage for civilians. The administration insists that once the militant threat is neutralised, Israel will maintain security oversight but no longer wield full military control.
Global Response
Prime Minister Starmer warned, “This action will only bring more bloodshed and deepen the humanitarian crisis for those held in inhuman conditions.” He called for a ceasefire, increased aid, and a negotiated solution—Hamas must leave and disarm.
Israeli Attorney General Gali Baharav‑Miara echoed the reality: “There is no alternative but to mobilise reservists.” The international community remains divided, with many fearing a humanitarian backlash.
Stay tuned for continuous updates on this unfolding situation.
