Israel-Gaza conflict: Five journalists were among those killed in a recent Israeli airstrike in Gaza sparking global outrage and renewed calls for press protection in conflict zones. 

Israel Bombs Gaza's Nasser Hospital | Journalists, Medics Killed In 'Outrageous' Attack 

Israel Strikes Houthis: The Israeli military has carried out targeted airstrikes on Sanaa, Yemen, striking what it says were Houthi military sites, including the presidential palace, power plants, and fuel storage facilities. 


Israel Strikes Houthis: Netanyahu Warns Houthis of “Heavy Price” as Israel Strikes Yemen

Israel Strikes Houthis: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke to the security cabinet on Sunday following Israeli Air Force strikes on Houthi military targets in Sanaa, Yemen, carried out in response to Houthi missile attacks on Israel.


Israel Strikes Houthis: Netanyahu Warns of Heavy Consequences for Attacks on Israel

The Israeli military has launched targeted airstrikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, hitting what it claims were Houthi military facilities — including the presidential palace, fuel storage sites, and power plants. The move comes in retaliation for recent missile and drone attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels against Israeli territory. At least two people are confirmed dead, with several injured.

Houthi officials say the attacks won’t stop their support for Gaza, vowing to continue “no matter the sacrifices.” Is this a widening of the Gaza conflict into a broader regional war?


 Israel launches airstrikes against Houthis in Yemen

The relatives of the Israeli hostages held in Gaza have been protesting outside the homes of Israeli ministers, including Defence Minister Israel Katz, asking them not to hide and act responsibly. As the families call for a ceasefire deal, they demonstrated outside the homes of ministers, reminding them that their children are still in the tunnels of Gaza.&nbsp;“I came to remind you on day 688 that an IDF soldier who was sent to defend the country with a faulty tank is still sitting in the tunnels of Gaza,” the father of the Israeli hostage family of Nimrod Cohen shouted through a megaphone.“If you really think you’re a defense minister, behave like a defense minister, not a war minister,” he said.&nbsp;While another hostage family protested outside the home of Minister Avi Dichter, questioning his sense of responsibility.&nbsp;"Why are you hiding? Where is your sense of responsibility for the citizens of Israel who have been languishing in Hamas captivity for 688 days?” says Miran’s sister-in-law, Michal Lavie. “What about the values ​​of leaving no one behind in life or death, and saving lives? Two basic values ​​on which the State of Israel is founded.”<h2>'PM Netanyahu sacrificing them'</h2>Earlier on Saturday, thousands of people called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government to make a deal with Hamas and bring the hostages back. People held rallies in Tel Aviv’s Hostage Square and in cities across the country.&nbsp;Liran Berman, whose younger brothers Gali and Ziv Berman were abducted from their homes on October 7, said, "There is a deal on the table. But deals do not last forever; their windows close fast and hard, as we have seen too many times before. This may be the last chance to save lives and to bring the fallen back."&nbsp;“He talks about negotiations, but in practice, he is sacrificing them,” Berman told The Times of Israel.

The hostages' families protested outside the home of Minister Avi Dichter and Israel Katz, questioning their sense of responsibilities. Calling for a “ceasefire deal”, the families reminded them the two basic values ​​on which the “State of Israel” is founded. 

The relatives of the Israeli hostages held in Gaza have been protesting outside the homes of Israeli ministers, including Defence Minister Israel Katz, asking them not to hide and act responsibly. As the families call for a ceasefire deal, they demonstrated outside the homes of ministers, reminding them that their children are still in the tunnels of Gaza. “I came to remind you on day 688 that an IDF soldier who was sent to defend the country with a faulty tank is still sitting in the tunnels of Gaza,” the father of the Israeli hostage family of Nimrod Cohen shouted through a megaphone. “If you really think you’re a defense minister, behave like a defense minister, not a war minister,” he said. While another hostage family protested outside the home of Minister Avi Dichter, questioning his sense of responsibility. "Why are you hiding? Where is your sense of responsibility for the citizens of Israel who have been languishing in Hamas captivity for 688 days?” says Miran’s sister-in-law, Michal Lavie. “What about the values of leaving no one behind in life or death, and saving lives? Two basic values on which the State of Israel is founded.” 'PM Netanyahu sacrificing them' Earlier on Saturday, thousands of people called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government to make a deal with Hamas and bring the hostages back. People held rallies in Tel Aviv’s Hostage Square and in cities across the country. Liran Berman, whose younger brothers Gali and Ziv Berman were abducted from their homes on October 7, said, "There is a deal on the table. But deals do not last forever; their windows close fast and hard, as we have seen too many times before. This may be the last chance to save lives and to bring the fallen back." “He talks about negotiations, but in practice, he is sacrificing them,” Berman told The Times of Israel.

The hostages' families protested outside the home of Minister Avi Dichter and Israel Katz, questioning their sense of responsibilities. Calling for a “ceasefire deal”, the families reminded them the two basic values ​​on which the “State of Israel” is founded.&nbsp;

'Why hiding—Act like a defense minister': Furious hostages' families protest outside Israel Katz's house

U.S. President Donald Trump urges an immediate end to the Gaza war as international experts declare a famine in the region. Tensions rise amid growing humanitarian concerns.


U.S. President Trump urges an end to the Israel-Hamas war as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens.

U.S. President Donald Trump urges an immediate end to the Gaza war as international experts declare a famine in the region. Tensions rise amid growing humanitarian concerns.

Israel-Hamas war | 'This must end': Trump reiterates | Crisis in Gaza continues

Despite mounting international criticism, Israel continues its military push deeper into Gaza. As the offensive intensifies, civilians flee and global leaders call for restraint.


Israel-Gaza war: Netanyahu orders hostage talks, warns Hamas of Gaza destruction

Israel's military has begun its push into Gaza City, calling up 60,000 reservists and intensifying air and artillery strikes on the outskirts of Hamas’s last stronghold. The campaign marks the second phase of Operation "Gideon's Chariots" and has raised alarms globally over the worsening humanitarian disaster in the Gaza Strip. 
What does this mean for the future of Gaza? Will a full-scale invasion follow? And where do negotiations stand?

Israel-Gaza War: Protests to demand release of hostage

Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu orders talks to free all hostages

A massive explosion lit up the Gaza skyline as Israel intensified its military offensive in the city. The escalating conflict has raised fears of more civilian casualties and regional instability.


Israel-Gaza war: Israel defies global outcry, moves deeper in Gaza 

As international mediators push for a ceasefire, Israel has launched a major new offensive in Gaza City, calling up 60,000 reservists and advancing into Hamas’ last major urban base. The assault comes amid rising tensions between Israeli leadership and global allies, with negotiations stalled and civilians once again caught in the crossfire. Rights groups warn of an unprecedented humanitarian collapse, while pressure builds on Netanyahu from both hostage families and far-right ministers.

Israel escalates Gaza war | Begins 'assault' | Ceasefire talks at breaking point

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz approved the IDF takeover of Gaza City plan on Wednesday, naming the operation "Gideon's Chariots II."

Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu announces plan to conquer Gaza city

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz approved the IDF takeover of Gaza City plan on Wednesday, naming the operation "Gideon's Chariots II."


Defence Minister Approves IDF's Gaza Plan, Settlement Project in West Bank | WION

Palestinians in Gaza are battling a new health catastrophe as doctors report a surge in rare paralytic illnesses among children. With sanitation destroyed, starvation widespread, and medical supplies blocked, nearly 100 cases of acute flaccid paralysis have been recorded in just three months. The World Health Organisation warns disease is spreading rapidly as Gaza’s health system collapses.


Gaza Food Crisis: Deadly Virus Surge in Gaza Amid War, Starvation and Israeli Blockade | GRAVITAS

The Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly targeting world leaders who have recognised or are planning to recognise a Palestinian state. As per AFP, the Israeli PM sent a letter to the French President Emmanuel Macron and accused him of being antisemitic.&nbsp;"Your call for a Palestinian state pours fuel on this antisemitic fire. It is not diplomacy, it is appeasement. It rewards Hamas terror, hardens Hamas’s refusal to free the hostages, emboldens those who menace French Jews and encourages the Jew-hatred now stalking your streets," Netanyahu wrote in the letter.&nbsp;Moreover, the American news channel Sky News revealed on August 19 that &nbsp;it was not the first time Netanyahu has used this tactic. The Israeli PM sent a similar letter to the Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, indicating that he’s sending them to the leaders of all countries that announced plans to recognize a Palestinian state next month.<h2>'You believe him? He's an atheist'</h2>&nbsp;Former Sephardic chief rabbi and Shas spiritual leader Yitzhak Yosef slammed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called him an "atheist." While charging the Haredi political party heads for being dragged along by the Israeli PM, who has repeatedly delayed passing legislation that would give military enlistment exemptions for yeshiva students, the spiritual leader said, "You believe him? He’s an atheist. You trust someone like that? Why do you trust him?”<h2>Netanyahu working against Israel's interest?</h2>Denmark's Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, hinted that she might sanction Israel by saying that Benjamin Netanyahu is now the actual problem. In an interview with a Danish daily, Frederiksen hinted she might sanction the Israeli prime minister or even Israel as a whole.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/brahmaputra-dam-terrorism-and-taiwan-here-s-what-chinese-fm-wang-yi-s-discussed-during-his-visit-to-india-5-points-pm-narendra-modi-jaishankar-1755616731606"> Brahmaputra dam, terrorism and Taiwan: Here's what Chinese FM Wang Yi discussed during his visit to India | 5 points</a>&nbsp;She said in the interview, "Netanyahu himself is a problem now," adding that she believes he shouldn't be leading Israel anymore and that the country would be better off without him.

It has been revealed that every time a country supremo announces their plan to recognise the Palestinian state, Israeli PM Netanyahu sends them a letter. What does he write in it? Here we find out. 

The Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly targeting world leaders who have recognised or are planning to recognise a Palestinian state. As per AFP, the Israeli PM sent a letter to the French President Emmanuel Macron and accused him of being antisemitic. "Your call for a Palestinian state pours fuel on this antisemitic fire. It is not diplomacy, it is appeasement. It rewards Hamas terror, hardens Hamas’s refusal to free the hostages, emboldens those who menace French Jews and encourages the Jew-hatred now stalking your streets," Netanyahu wrote in the letter. Moreover, the American news channel Sky News revealed on August 19 that it was not the first time Netanyahu has used this tactic. The Israeli PM sent a similar letter to the Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, indicating that he’s sending them to the leaders of all countries that announced plans to recognize a Palestinian state next month. 'You believe him? He's an atheist' Former Sephardic chief rabbi and Shas spiritual leader Yitzhak Yosef slammed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called him an "atheist." While charging the Haredi political party heads for being dragged along by the Israeli PM, who has repeatedly delayed passing legislation that would give military enlistment exemptions for yeshiva students, the spiritual leader said, "You believe him? He’s an atheist. You trust someone like that? Why do you trust him?” Netanyahu working against Israel's interest? Denmark's Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, hinted that she might sanction Israel by saying that Benjamin Netanyahu is now the actual problem. In an interview with a Danish daily, Frederiksen hinted she might sanction the Israeli prime minister or even Israel as a whole. Also read: Brahmaputra dam, terrorism and Taiwan: Here's what Chinese FM Wang Yi discussed during his visit to India | 5 points She said in the interview, "Netanyahu himself is a problem now," adding that she believes he shouldn't be leading Israel anymore and that the country would be better off without him.

It has been revealed that every time a country's supremo announces their plan to recognise the Palestinian state, Israeli PM Netanyahu sends them a letter. What does he write in it? Let's find out.

'Jew-hatred now stalking your...’: Every time a country leader recognises Palestine, Netanyahu sends them a letter. Here’s what he writes

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday (August 19) in a post on X, slammed Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, calling him a "weak politician".The prime minister's office shared a post on X, saying that Israeli PM Netanyahu wrote that Albanese betrayed Israel and abandoned Australia's Jews."History will remember Albanese for what he is: A weak politician, who betrayed Israel and abandoned Australia's Jews," the PM said, according to the social media post.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: History will remember Albanese for what he is: A weak politician who betrayed Israel and abandoned Australia&#39;s Jews.&mdash; Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraeliPM/status/1957722795049398502?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This comes just a day after Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced the revocation of residency visas for Australia's diplomatic representatives to the Palestinian Authority. “I also instructed the Israeli embassy in Canberra to carefully examine any official Australian visa application for entry to Israel,” he said on social media.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-not-under-a-ceasefire-top-iranian-official-cautions-conflict-with-israel-could-resume-1755583488152">Also read: 'Not under a ceasefire': Top Iranian official cautions conflict with Israel could resume</a>&nbsp;To this, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said that revoking the diplomats' visas was an "unjustified reaction" by Israel.&nbsp;WATCH | Israel-Gaza War: Hamas Says It Accepts Proposal For Ceasefire And Release Of Hostages<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-gaza-war-hamas-says-it-accepts-proposal-for-ceasefire-and-release-of-hostages-1755573243062/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-gaza-war-hamas-says-it-accepts-proposal-for-ceasefire-and-release-of-hostages-1755573243062/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“At a time when dialogue and diplomacy are needed more than ever, the Netanyahu Government is isolating Israel and undermining international efforts towards peace and a two-state solution,” she said in a statement.It came after Australia decided to bar far-right Religious Zionism MK Simcha Rothman from visiting the country. Moreover, Canberra also banned the entry of former justice minister Ayelet Shaked and pro-Israel activist and influencer Hillel Fuld.Notably, Australia also announced that it will recognise a Palestinian state in September at the United Nations General Assembly.Sa'ar has also accused the Australian government of igniting the flames of antisemitism, which has hit the country's 120,000-strong Jewish community hard since the Hamas-led attack in Israel on October 7.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-agrees-to-gaza-ceasefire-proposal-in-hostage-release-deal-report-1755530819817">Also read: Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal in hostage release deal: Report</a>

The prime minister's office shared a post on X, saying that Israeli PM Netanyahu wrote that Albanese betrayed Israel and abandoned Australia's Jews.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday (August 19) in a post on X, slammed Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, calling him a "weak politician". The prime minister's office shared a post on X, saying that Israeli PM Netanyahu wrote that Albanese betrayed Israel and abandoned Australia's Jews. "History will remember Albanese for what he is: A weak politician, who betrayed Israel and abandoned Australia's Jews," the PM said, according to the social media post.

The prime minister's office shared a post on X, saying that Israeli PM Netanyahu wrote that Albanese betrayed Israel and abandoned Australia's Jews.

'Betrayed and abandoned Israel': Netanyahu slams Australian PM, calls him a 'weak politician'

Hamas officials have agreed to a ceasefire proposal in Gaza, which includes the phased release of half of the remaining Israeli hostages. The announcement comes amid devastating losses in the conflict, with Gaza health authorities reporting 62,000 Palestinian deaths over the 22-month war.


Egypt Warns Israel That Mass Displacement Of Gazans Is A ‘Red Line’

Hamas has agreed to the Gaza ceasefire proposal submitted to it on Sunday, a source in the Palestinian terror group told the Qatar-based channel Al Jazeera on Monday. The source has told Al Jazeera that Hamas has informed mediators that it has accepted the ceasefire-hostage release deal proposal submitted to it on Sunday, reported Reuters and Times of Israel.

Israel-Gaza War: Hamas Says It Accepts Proposal For Ceasefire And Release Of Hostages

Israel-Gaza War: Hamas Accepts 60-Day Ceasefire, Hostage Deal: Report

#GRAVITAS | Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa and Egyptian Foreign Minister visited Egypt's Rafah crossing as talks in Cairo for a Gaza deal continue. On the other hand, Palestinians mourn the loss of lives of loved ones at the id site. Watch this video to find out more.


Hamas accepts 60-day Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal: report

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has blamed a nationwide strike for delaying a ceasefire and the release of hostages, escalating tensions amid ongoing conflicts in the region.


Israel Protests: Netanyahu Blames Mass Strike for Hindering Ceasefire, Hostage Deal 

Former Sephardic chief rabbi and Shas spiritual leader Yitzhak Yosef slammed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called him an "atheist." While charging the Haredi political party heads for being dragged along by the Israeli PM, who has repeatedly delayed passing legislation that would give military enlistment exemptions for yeshiva students, the spiritual leader said, "You believe him? He’s an atheist. You trust someone like that? Why do you trust him?”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-s-future-on-the-line-zelensky-and-trump-to-meet-in-washington-on-monday-european-leaders-invited-all-you-need-to-know-1755371420179">Ukraine’s future on the line? Zelensky and Trump to meet in Washington on Monday; European leaders invited - All you need to know</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">מרן הראשון לציון הרב יצחק יוסף במתקפה על ראשי הסיעות החרדיות שהאמינו לנתניהו שיעביר את חוק הגיוס, מדגיש שרוב העצורים הם ספרדים וקורא לעריקים חרדים שלא לפתוח את הדלת לאנשי המשטרה הצבאית <a href="https://t.co/6Igm6e8uwi">pic.twitter.com/6Igm6e8uwi</a>&mdash; ישי כהן (@ishaycoen) <a href="https://twitter.com/ishaycoen/status/1956801136892985527?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Netanyahu working against Israel's interest?</h2>Denmark's Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, hinted that she might sanction Israel by saying that Benjamin Netanyahu is now the actual problem. In an interview with a Danish daily, Frederiksen hinted she might sanction the Israeli prime minister or even Israel as a whole.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-summit-plan-documents-left-in-alaska-hotel-printer-here-s-what-papers-revealed-1755374746957">US summit plan documents left in Alaska hotel printer? Here's what papers revealed</a>&nbsp;She said in the interview, "Netanyahu himself is a problem now," adding that she believes he shouldn't be leading Israel anymore and that the country would be better off without him.&nbsp;She said Netanyahu's offensive in Gaza has gone "too far" now. She said that it's no longer only in Gaza. "It is settler violence, the additional settlements in the West Bank backed by Netanyahu, and the government's opposition to a two-state solution, which blocks peace," the Danish PM said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-netanyahu-himself-a-problem-working-against-israel-denmark-to-sanction-israeli-pm-1755373182464">‘Netanyahu himself a problem, working against Israel’: Denmark to sanction Israeli PM?</a>

While charging the Haredi political party heads for being dragged along by the Israeli PM, the spiritual leader said, You believe him? He is an atheist. You trust someone like that? Why do you trust him?

Former Sephardic chief rabbi and Shas spiritual leader Yitzhak Yosef slammed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called him an "atheist." While charging the Haredi political party heads for being dragged along by the Israeli PM, who has repeatedly delayed passing legislation that would give military enlistment exemptions for yeshiva students, the spiritual leader said, "You believe him? He’s an atheist. You trust someone like that? Why do you trust him?” Also read: Ukraine’s future on the line? Zelensky and Trump to meet in Washington on Monday; European leaders invited - All you need to know

While charging the Haredi political party heads for being dragged along by the Israeli PM, the spiritual leader said, "You believe him? He’s an atheist. You trust someone like that? Why do you trust him?”

'You believe him? He's an atheist': Israeli spiritual leader grills Netanyahu over enlistment bill

Israeli forces are encountering lethal booby traps and ambushes as Hamas fighters adapt guerrilla tactics in Gaza, making the battlefield deadlier and harder to navigate.


Israeli military faces deadly Hamas traps 

Al Jazeera journalists lost their lives in an Israeli airstrike near al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, raising concerns about press safety in conflict zones. Israeli secret unit links journalists to Hamas militants. Watch for more details!


Israel-Gaza war: Israeli unit 'linking' Gaza journalists to Hamas militants 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly negotiating with South Sudan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza amid the ongoing Israeli offensive. Netanyahu has previously expressed his intention to implement US President Donald Trump’s vision of relocating much of Gaza’s population through what he calls “voluntary migration.”


Netanyahu Proposes Permitting Palestinians to Relocate from Gaza to South Sudan 

Heavy Israeli airstrikes have pounded Gaza City, leaving destruction in their wake, as children are seen scrambling for books and pens amid the rubble. Watch to know more!

Netanyahu's Gaza Offensive Angers New Zealand PM, Opposition MPs Demand Sanctions On Israel

Heavy Israeli airstrikes have pounded Gaza City, leaving destruction in their wake, as children are seen scrambling for books and pens amid the rubble. Watch to know more!


Pressure Mounts On Netanyahu Amid Ongoing Starvation Crisis In Gaza

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel would have targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities even without U.S. support. Watch to know more on this!


Israel On Iran's Nuclear Programme | E3 Nations Ready to Reimpose Sanctions on Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel will “allow” Gazans to leave amid the ongoing Israel–Gaza war. The announcement comes as the conflict intensifies and global pressure mounts for civilian safety.

Israel-Gaza War: Netanyahu Pushes For Palestinians' Departure As Egypt Seeks 60-day Truce

Israel’s security cabinet has approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposal for the “defeat of Hamas” after an hours-long meeting. In a statement, the Prime Minister’s Office said on Friday (Aug 8) that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will prepare to take over Gaza City and provide humanitarian aid to starving civilians in the territory.&nbsp;“The Political-Security Cabinet approved the Prime Minister’s proposal for the defeat of Hamas. The IDF will prepare to take control of Gaza City while providing humanitarian aid to the civilian population outside the combat zones,” Netanyahu’s office said on X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">הקבינט המדיני-ביטחוני אישר את הצעת ראש הממשלה להכרעת החמאס. צה&quot;ל ייערך להשתלטות על העיר עזה תוך אספקת סיוע הומניטרי לאוכלוסייה האזרחית מחוץ לאזורי הלחימה.&mdash; ראש ממשלת ישראל (@IsraeliPM_heb) <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraeliPM_heb/status/1953645399891120210?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;The statement added that the majority of the cabinet members believed that the “alternative plan” presented to them would not achieve “the defeat of Hamas nor the return of the hostages.”&nbsp;While the statement did not elaborate on the alternative plan presented to the security cabinet, it likely refers to the proposal presented by IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, who has opposed the Israeli prime minister’s plans over humanitarian concerns and risking the lives of the hostages.&nbsp;Despite his plans for taking over the territory, Netanyahu said that his country has no intention of annexing Gaza. “We want Gaza to be taken over by a governing body. No plans to annexe Gaza.” He added that rather than occupation, Israel aims to establish a “defence parameter around Gaza” to ensure security without territorial expansion.&nbsp;The majority of cabinet members also backed five principles for ending the war with Hamas: 1. Disarming Hamas of its weapons. 2. Return of all hostages - both the living and the deceased. 3. Demilitarisation of the Gaza Strip. 4. Israeli security control over the Gaza Strip. 5. Establishment of an alternative civilian administration that is neither Hamas nor the Palestinian Authority.&nbsp;Meanwhile, protests have erupted across the country as Israelis accuse the government of continuing the war for political gains. However, Netanyahu has pushed for a complete takeover of Gaza despite international and domestic pressure.&nbsp;&nbsp;Watch | Israel-Gaza War: Netanyahu Rules Out Annexing Gaza, Blames Hamas for Humanitarian Crisis&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-gaza-war-netanyahu-rules-out-annexing-gaza-blames-hamas-for-humanitarian-crisis-1754578756109/embed

In a statement, the Prime Minister’s Office said on Friday (Aug 8) that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will prepare to take over Gaza City and provide humanitarian aid to starving civilians in the territory.

Israel’s security cabinet has approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposal for the “defeat of Hamas” after an hours-long meeting. In a statement, the Prime Minister’s Office said on Friday (Aug 8) that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will prepare to take over Gaza City and provide humanitarian aid to starving civilians in the territory. “The Political-Security Cabinet approved the Prime Minister’s proposal for the defeat of Hamas. The IDF will prepare to take control of Gaza City while providing humanitarian aid to the civilian population outside the combat zones,” Netanyahu’s office said on X.