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Israel Security Cabinet Approves Plan to Seize Gaza City

Approval to seize Gaza City ushers Israel into a new offensive phase, raising hostage and civilian safety concerns.

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Relatives and supporters of Israeli hostages held in the Gaza Strip attend a rally demanding their release from Hamas captivity and calling for an end to the war, in Tel Aviv, Israel, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg)
Palestinians collect humanitarian aid packages from the United Arab Emirates after they were airdropped into Deir al-Balah, in central Gaza Strip, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana)
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Overview

  • Israel’s security cabinet approved expanding the two-year Gaza offensive by authorizing a ground operation in Gaza City, pending full cabinet endorsement.
  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the move as a mission to “free Gaza” and dismantle Hamas rather than to occupy the territory.
  • Thousands of Israelis demonstrated in Tel Aviv over the weekend, demanding an immediate ceasefire and the safe return of remaining hostages.
  • The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting to address fears that the offensive will exacerbate Gaza’s humanitarian crisis and hunger.
  • Egyptian and Qatari mediators are advancing a ceasefire framework that links an Israeli withdrawal to the release of all hostages and plans for Gaza’s reconstruction.