Israel's latest war plans: to occupy Gaza and rule Palestinians

Occupying Gaza and establishing military rule there would go beyond Israel's stated war goals to end Hamas rule and free hostages captured in the Oct. 7, 2023 attack.

Israel's latest war plans: to occupy Gaza and rule Palestinians
Displaced Palestinians, who flee from Rafah amidst ongoing Israeli military operations following Israel

Occupying Gaza and establishing military rule there would go beyond Israel's stated war goals to end Hamas rule and free hostages captured in the Oct. 7, 2023 attack.

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