National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said Thursday that destroying Hamas and encouraging Palestinian emigration is the only solution for Gaza that Israel is willing to partner in. 'With the devil, whose banner is our destruction, you do not commit to stopping the elimination of terrorists, and you do not sign agreements,' Ben-Gvir added.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said Thursday that the destruction of Hamas and the encouragement of voluntary Palestinian emigration are the only outcomes for Gaza that Israel will accept. 'With the devil, whose banner is our destruction, you do not commit to stopping the elimination of terrorists, and you do not sign agreements,' Ben-Gvir stated.
The remarks expand on comments Ben-Gvir made earlier Thursday, when he rejected commitments to halt counterterror operations or sign deals with Hamas amid reports of a potential Phase B in Gaza, as The Zioneer reported at 15:28 Jerusalem. Ben-Gvir has consistently advocated for a maximalist approach to the war, opposing any ceasefire or agreement that would leave Hamas intact.
The minister's latest statement underscores the deep divisions within the Israeli government over Gaza strategy, with Ben-Gvir and his coalition partners on the far right pushing for total military victory and population transfer, while other factions explore diplomatic off-ramps.
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