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Why the military opposes Gaza City takeover plan

Despite warnings from Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir and pleas from the families of hostages held by Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is proceeding with a takeover of Gaza City.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during ‘Christian Conference’ in Jerusalem July 27, 2025. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun/File Photo

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Despite explicit warnings from Israeli military chief Eyal Zamir, pleas from the families of hostages still held by Hamas and a growing international outcry over the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is proceeding with a takeover of Gaza City. 

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