Israeli Defense Minister Confirms No Full Withdrawal from Gaza, Syria

Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Israel will never fully withdraw from the Gaza Strip or occupied Syrian territories, emphasizing the establishment of new military bases in northern Gaza. He referred to the current Israeli government as a “settlement” government, raising concerns among opponents and settler leaders, despite his office stating the remarks were security-focused. Katz also affirmed that Israel would maintain its presence in Syria, in line with recent military actions. Since late 2024, Israel has increased its military operations in Syria, violating previous agreements.

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