Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed arming local clans in Gaza to counter Hamas, calling it a "life-saving" tactic for soldiers. The move, revealed in a video on his X account, follows criticism from ex-Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman, who warned these weapons could backfire. 🚨
Behind the Strategy
Netanyahu stated the plan was "advised by security officials,\" with Kan TV reporting coordination with Shin Bet—but no Security Cabinet approval. Critics liken it to a real-life Game of Thrones move: empowering factions to weaken a common enemy. But Lieberman argues it’s risky: "No way to track where those guns end up." 🔍
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
Meanwhile, Gaza’s 20-month siege has left 90% of families without cash for food, per UN reports. Hospitals, farms, and markets lie in ruins, with eggs vanishing again and diets reduced to scraps. 🥀 OCHA says Israel blocked 5 critical aid missions this week, including water and fuel—escalating what the UN calls "catastrophic" conditions.
As clans get armed and hunger spreads, the stakes grow higher. Will this strategy stabilize Gaza or fuel more chaos? Share your thoughts. 💬
