IDF will seize Gaza land permanently until Hamas releases hostages, Katz says

"If the hostages are not released, Israel will continue to take more and more territory in the Strip for permanent control," he concluded.

An illustrative image of Defense Minister Israel Katz.

An illustrative image of Defense Minister Israel Katz.

(photo credit: Khalil Kahlout/Flash90/Yonatan Sindel/Flash90)

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, YONAH JEREMY BOB

MARCH 21, 2025 11:17

Updated: MARCH 22, 2025 22:28

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