Just what are Israel’s long-term plans for Gaza?
Israel's long-term plans for Gaza remain uncertain amid ongoing conflict and territorial expansion. Despite a ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced intentions to increase control over Gaza, raising concerns about potential annexation. Humanitarian agencies warn of a worsening crisis as Israel restricts aid and expands its military presence in the region.
- ▪Israel's leaders hint at annexation and ethnic cleansing despite a ceasefire.
- ▪Netanyahu announced plans to increase Israeli control over Gaza to 70 percent.
- ▪Humanitarian agencies have accused Israel of worsening the crisis by restricting aid deliveries.
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EXPLAINERNews|GazaJust what are Israel’s long-term plans for Gaza?Despite an apparent ceasefire, Israel’s leaders continue to hint at annexation and ethnic cleansing.ListenListen (5 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a news conference, amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran [File: Ronen Zvulun/Reuters]By Simon Speakman CordallPublished On 29 May 202629 May 2026After two years of relentless bombardment and ground invasions, Israel’s future in Gaza had appeared to be settled with the signing of United States President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan on October 9, 2025.Under the terms of that agreement, Israeli forces were meant to withdraw…
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