Israel PM rejects ceasefire, Biden urges temporary halt to conflict.
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Israel rejected calls for a Gaza ceasefire and vowed to intensify operations against Hamas, without specifying when.
Israeli PM Netanyahu demands immediate and unconditional release of all 240 hostages seized by Hamas on October 7th.
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Netanyahu emphasized the government's stance at the Ramon air force base, stating that the hostages must be returned before any ceasefire. He urged for the removal of any ambiguity surrounding this requirement.
We express this sentiment to both our allies and adversaries alike. Our determination remains unwavering until we achieve victory over them. We are left with no other recourse.
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The Israeli military has employed a multi-pronged approach, utilizing ground forces, air support, and naval power to relentlessly strike Gaza and expand its presence in the confined coastal region.
The objective is to dismantle Hamas' infrastructure, eliminate high-ranking officials, and disrupt their command and control mechanisms.
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Israeli forces have encircled Gaza City and are engaged in intense urban warfare against Hamas militants, making it difficult to establish a temporary ceasefire due to the inherent risks and uncertainties.
According to Reuters, Itamar Yaar, former deputy head of Israel's National Security Council, stressed the need for professional and methodical work to minimize harm, regardless of time constraints.
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Yaar, the manager of the Commanders for Israel's Security group, says the military is not facing the same time constraints as in previous Gaza operations.