Israel has doubled down on its military strategy in Gaza, rejecting Hamas' latest ceasefire proposal while preparing to escalate operations in Gaza City. The move comes amid rising tensions over controversial annexation talks in the West Bank – here’s what you need to know. 🌍⚡
Ceasefire Deal: What’s on the Table?
Hamas offered a "comprehensive deal" including hostage-prisoner swaps, permanent ceasefire terms, and humanitarian aid access. The group also proposed a technocratic administration to manage Gaza’s reconstruction – a plan Israel dismissed as "spin". 💔
Israel’s Red Lines
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insists any deal must include full Israeli security control over Gaza, Hamas’ disarmament, and a non-Palestinian administration. Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed troops are "preparing at full strength" to seize Gaza City. 🛡️💥
West Bank Annexation Sparks Outrage
Meanwhile, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s remarks about annexing parts of the occupied West Bank drew fierce Palestinian backlash. The Palestinian Foreign Ministry called for international sanctions, calling the move "a death blow to peace efforts". 🕊️🚫
With Netanyahu set to discuss annexation plans ahead of the UN General Assembly, this geopolitical drama shows no signs of cooling off. Stay tuned for updates as tensions keep heating up. 🔥
