Netanyahu rejects Hamas ceasefire terms, eyes Rafah incursion

Published February 7th, 2024 - 07:29 GMT
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu heads the weekly cabinet meeting at the Defence Ministry in Tel Aviv on January 7, 2024. (Photo by RONEN ZVULUN / POOL / AFP)
Highlights
Netanyahu underscored the importance of defeating Hamas to expand the circle of peace in the region, emphasizing that good relations with Egypt depend on Israel's success in Gaza.

ALBAWABA- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirmed Israel's stance, stating that surrendering to Hamas' demands would not result in the release of kidnapped individuals, emphasizing that military pressure is necessary to achieve this.

He stressed that there is no alternative to a decisive victory and ensuring that Hamas does not regain control of Gaza. 

Netanyahu expressed confidence in achieving the war's objectives within months and highlighted the potential regional impact of victory. 

He also emphasized that Israel has not committed to any promises made by Hamas in proposed deals, and negotiations are ongoing. 

Netanyahu underscored the importance of defeating Hamas to expand the circle of peace in the region, emphasizing that good relations with Egypt depend on Israel's success in Gaza.  

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