Kats Orders No Gaza Force Reductions
Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz has decided not to reduce the number of troops currently present in the Gaza Envelope settlements, as any changes would require a new decision aimed at maintaining the residents' sense of security. The decision follows security assessments and residents' suggestions to increase security measures. At the same time, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasizes his rejection of any withdrawal from his current positions in the Gaza Strip, insisting that Hamas be fully disarmed in exchange. Israeli analysts believe that a full withdrawal plan from Gaza does not lead to clear security gains and would limit the Israeli army's ability to respond to violations by Hamas and Islamic Jihad, despite government promises to move towards gradual withdrawals and halt military operations.
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