Israel Announces First Steps in Gaza Takeover, Hamas Calls It Blatant Disregard
Israel has started the first steps of its plan to take over Gaza. This comes as talks for a ceasefire continue. Hamas says this shows a clear ignore of efforts by mediators. The news broke on Wednesday, and it has sparked worry around the world.
The Israeli military said they are already working on the edges of Gaza City. They plan to call up 60,000 reservists for this big operation. Also, they will keep 20,000 more reservists on duty longer. Defense Minister Israel Katz approved this plan. Army spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin told reporters that Hamas is now just a weak group of fighters. He said, “We have begun the first stages of the attack on Gaza City.”
However, Hamas fired back right away. In a statement, they called it a “blatant disregard” for the work of mediators. They said this move targets nearly one million people in Gaza City, including those who fled their homes. Hamas added that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is blocking any deal. They pointed to his push for control over Hamas strongholds.
Meanwhile, the conflict started on October 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel. That killed about 1,200 people and took 251 hostages. Since then, Gaza health officials say over 62,000 Palestinians have died in Israeli actions.
On Monday, Hamas agreed to a ceasefire idea. It would pause fighting for 60 days. During that time, at least 10 live Israeli hostages would go free, plus some bodies. But Israel has not said yes yet. Mediators hope to set a date for more talks soon.
In another move, Israel approved a settlement in the West Bank. This could split the area in two and hurt chances for a Palestinian state. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said it is like putting a “nail in the coffin” of that idea.
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To understand the numbers better, here is some key data:
- Israeli reservists called up: 60,000
- Extra reservists kept on duty: 20,000
- People killed in initial Hamas attack: 1,200
- Hostages taken: 251
- Palestinians killed since October 2023: Over 62,000
- October 2023: Spike to 1,200 on Israeli side, then rising to 10,000 on Palestinian side.
- By mid-2024: Palestinian deaths hit 40,000.
- August 2025: Total over 62,000 for Palestinians, steady low for Israelis after initial attack.
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