Israel will never fully withdraw from Gaza, defence minister says
Summary
Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said that the Israeli military will not completely leave the Gaza Strip and plans to install army units there. This contradicts a recent U.S.-backed peace agreement with Hamas that called for a full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. The comments have caused dissatisfaction from U.S. officials who sought clarification.Key Facts
- Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that Israeli forces will stay in the Gaza Strip indefinitely.
- Katz announced plans to station Israeli military units in Gaza for security purposes.
- This move goes against a recent peace plan backed by the U.S. that called for a complete Israeli military exit from Gaza.
- Israeli media reported that U.S. officials were unhappy with Katz's comments and wanted more explanation.
- Katz's statements were made during a ceremony in the occupied West Bank.
- He also discussed expanding settlements in the West Bank, which under international law, are considered illegal.
- Palestinian officials have reported significant casualties and arrests since recent escalations began.
- Violence and casualties have continued even after a ceasefire started on October 11.
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