Defence minister, Israel Katz, threatens to implement Trump’s plan to turn Gaza into resort if hostages not releasedMiddle East crisis – live updatesIsrael’s defence minister said on Friday he has instructed the military to “seize more ground” in Gaza and threatened to annex part of the territory unless Hamas releases the remaining hostages it holds.Israel Katz’s warning came as the army stepped up the renewed assault it launched on Tuesday, shattering the truce that had facilitated the release of more than two dozen hostages and brought relative calm since late January. Continue reading...
Israel's Defense Minister instructed the military to seize more ground in Gaza, threatening annexation if Hamas does not release remaining hostages. The IDF intensified its offensive with airstrikes and troop advancements. Attacks have escalated, resulting in a high death toll and displacement. Israel also threatened to expand buffer zones around Gaza.