Netanyahu Declares New Gaza Plan ‘Best Way to End the War Swiftly’
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu unveiled a bold new military strategy this week, asserting that taking full control of Gaza City under Israeli military command is the “best way to end the war quickly,” even as international concern mounts over the humanitarian fallout. The Guardianjewishinsider.com
Under the plan approved by Israel’s Security Cabinet, the military will dismantle Hamas strongholds in Gaza City and adjacent refugee camps, while providing vital humanitarian aid through designated safe zones for civilians. The Times of IsraelWall Street Journal
Netanyahu emphasized that although Israel will maintain overarching security control, it does not intend to annex Gaza. Instead, a non-Israeli civilian administration will govern the region post-conflict. CBS NewsEl PaísNew York Post
The plan’s core objectives include:
- Full dismantlement of Hamas.
- Demilitarization of the Gaza Strip.
- Release of all remaining hostages.
- Establishment of alternative civilian governance outside Israeli or PA control. The Times of IsraelWikipedia
Global Reactions & Humanitarian Alarm
While Netanyahu frames his plan as a decisive path to peace, UN officials warned of a looming humanitarian catastrophe, citing rising starvation, mass displacement, and a death toll exceeding 61,000 in Gaza. The GuardianWall Street JournalEl País
Humanitarian agencies echoed these alarms, with some likening proposed “safe zones” to internment camps. Countries like the UK, France, and others have also denounced the escalation at the UN. ElHuffPostEl PaísSky News
In Israel, the plan has sparked debates within Netanyahu’s coalition. Critics warn it may mirror the quagmire of Vietnam, prolonging conflict and risking further civilian and military casualties. New York PostThe New Yorker
Conclusion
Netanyahu’s latest plan marks a pivotal escalation in Israel’s Gaza campaign, aiming for swift resolution through military dominance and restructuring of governance. As global tension rises, only time will tell if this strategy truly ends the conflict, or fuels it further.
