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Netanyahu doubles down on Gaza City takeover

Despite mounting international and domestic pressure, Israel has yet to officially respond to Hamas’ acceptance of the latest ceasefire deal.

Palestinians watch as a plume of smoke rises during an Israeli strike on Gaza City's southern al-Zeitoun neighbourhood on Aug. 8, 2025.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has no qualms about trying to have it both ways — advancing the Gaza City takeover and dangling promises of continued talks for a hostage-release deal. The problem is that the families of the hostages no longer believe his promises. 

We explore that and more,

Ben & Rina

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