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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Netanyahu Says Israel Aims for Full Military Control of Gaza
Caption: Netanyahu Says Israel Aims for Full Military Control of Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel intends to take full military control of Gaza, even as criticism mounts at home and abroad over the nearly two-year war. Speaking to Fox News, Netanyahu said the goal isn't to govern Gaza permanently, but to create a "security perimeter" before handing control to unspecified Arab forces. Israeli media reports say plans are already in motion for a ground offensive in Gaza City, pending cabinet approval. Some proposals include phased takeovers and evacuation warnings for civilians. The move would reverse Israel's 2005 withdrawal from Gaza and has drawn sharp condemnation from Hamas, Arab leaders, and the U.N., who warn it could derail hostage negotiations and escalate the conflict. Netanyahu insists the aim remains to dismantle Hamas and secure Israel's hostages, but questions remain over how — and for how long — Israel would hold the territory. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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