Israel’s security cabinet has approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to take control of Gaza City, intensifying the Israel-Gaza conflict nearly two years after the war began. The decision, seen as a major escalation in Gaza military operations, has sparked strong criticism from both international allies and within Israel.
Germany, a long-standing partner of Israel, announced it would halt all exports of military equipment that could be used in Gaza. Berlin’s move marks one of the strongest rebukes yet from a European ally.
Netanyahu called the decision “disappointing,” but pressure continued to mount as Britain and other European nations urged Israel to reconsider the Gaza City takeover.
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Within Israel, the backlash is growing. Families of hostages in Gaza accused the government of putting their loved ones’ lives at risk, arguing that a deeper push into Gaza would jeopardize negotiations for their release. Opposition leaders echoed these concerns, pointing out that military escalation could make a peaceful resolution even harder.
Despite warnings, far-right members of Netanyahu’s coalition remain committed to a full takeover of Gaza, aligning with the prime minister’s vow to dismantle Hamas. However, Israeli military officials have cautioned that such a move could further endanger the remaining hostages and prolong the war.
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