Israel vows to CONQUER Gaza despite international criticism and humanitarian crisis

By kevinhughes // 2025-08-26

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows full Israeli control over Gaza, rejecting ceasefire proposals and dismissing international criticism as "anti-Semitism." He accuses Hamas of tyranny and insists on military victory despite rising humanitarian costs.
The UN and humanitarian groups demand an immediate ceasefire, citing Gaza's catastrophic civilian casualties (over 62,000 dead), starvation and medical crises. Countries like France consider recognizing Palestine, while Arab states condemn Israel's expansion plans.
Israel orders mass evacuations of Gaza City, aiming to displace Palestinians permanently – a tactic described as "ethnic cleansing" by former Israeli officials. Netanyahu approves military plans while hedging on hostage negotiations.
Arab nations led by Saudi Arabia and Egypt push for truces and hostage releases, but Israel's response remains unclear. The U.S. faces backlash for funding Israel's offensive, deepening global divisions.
Critics accuse Netanyahu of systematically destroying prospects for Palestinian statehood, with Gaza as the first step. The conflict's brutality and stalled diplomacy raise doubts about any peaceful resolution.

In a series of escalating statements, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed Israel's intention to take control of all of Gaza, regardless of any ceasefire agreements with Hamas. In an interview with Sky News Australia, Netanyahu emphasized that Israel's goal is to "free Gaza from Hamas tyranny" and to "give Gaza and Israel a different future." He dismissed international criticism as a "tsunami of antisemitism," a term he has used frequently to describe global opposition to Israel's military actions. Netanyahu's remarks come amid reports that Hamas is on the verge of accepting a ceasefire proposal previously agreed upon by Israel, yet the Israeli government has not formally responded for several days. Notably, his stance has drawn sharp rebuke from the international community and humanitarian organizations as the death toll in Gaza continues to rise, surpassing 62,000 Palestinians since October 2023. The Israeli Prime Minister's comments follow his accusation that Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is "appeasing" terror groups by recognizing a Palestinian state. Netanyahu has labeled Albanese a "weak politician" and criticized Canberra's stance, which he sees as a betrayal of the longstanding friendship between Israel and Australia. This escalating war of words has further strained relations between the two nations, particularly in the context of rising antisemitic incidents in Australia. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has repeatedly called for an immediate ceasefire, warning that the Israeli offensive will lead to "massive death and destruction." The worsening humanitarian crisis has prompted several countries, including France, to consider formally recognizing the State of Palestine. The Red Cross and other humanitarian organizations have urged Israel to halt its operations, citing the dire conditions faced by Gazans, with many starving and in desperate need of medical attention. Meanwhile, the Israeli army has instructed Palestinian medics to prepare for a "full evacuation" of Gaza City, as it plans to seize the city and force residents south. This tactic has been described by former Israeli officials as a "pressure cooker" strategy aimed at displacing Palestinians permanently. Gershon Baskin, a former hostage negotiator, stated that Israel wants to "create a pressure cooker there and wait for it to explode, and for people to cross the border to Sinai and do the ethnic cleansing of Gaza."

Netanyahu's endgame: How Israel is erasing Palestine piece by piece

Netanyahu has met with troops to "approve the plans" for the capture of Gaza City, while simultaneously instructing his government to begin immediate negotiations for the release of all Israeli hostages and the end of the war on terms acceptable to Israel. He insists that "defeating Hamas and releasing all our hostages" are intertwined objectives. (Related: Netanyahu vows “full force” assault on Gaza as forced expulsion of Palestinians looms.) Meanwhile, Arab countries have condemned Israel's plans to expand the war and build new settlements on Palestinian land. Riyadh is leading diplomatic efforts, with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and Saudi Prime Minister Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman holding talks in Neom. Qatar and Egypt have proposed a 60-day truce and the release of some Israeli hostages, but Israel's response remains unclear. The conflict has drawn attention to Israel's military tactics and its approach to international law. Critics argue that Tel Aviv's actions in Gaza are part of a broader strategy to eliminate the possibility of a two-state solution. Eran Etzion, a former head of Israel's National Security Council, stated that Netanyahu is "fully committed to an overarching strategy of annihilation of the two-state solution, first in Gaza then the West Bank." As explained by Brighteon.AI's Enoch, the two-state solution proposes establishing an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel – allowing both nations to coexist peacefully within the borders defined by the 1948 partition. It is supported by international bodies as a fair resolution to the conflict, upholding Palestinian self-determination while ensuring Israel's security. This framework includes addressing key issues like borders, refugees and Jerusalem through negotiated agreements. The international community's response has been mixed. Some countries have condemned Israel's actions, while others have expressed support for Israel's right to defend itself. However, the growing humanitarian crisis and the high civilian death toll have intensified calls for a ceasefire and a negotiated settlement. As the conflict continues, the world watches with growing concern over the future of Gaza and the prospects for peace in the region. The Israeli government's unwavering stance and the international community's inability to enforce a ceasefire have left many to question the path forward and the potential for a lasting resolution. Follow Chaos.news for more news about Israel's ongoing war in Gaza. Watch Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressing Israelis on Gaza City takeover plan in this clip. This video is from the alltheworldsastage channel on Brighteon.com.

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Netanyahu's endgame: How Israel is erasing Palestine piece by piece

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