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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on May 13 that the Israel Gaza military offensive will soon enter a new phase — with Israeli troops set to push into Gaza “with full force.”
Despite hostage releases and ongoing ceasefire negotiations, Netanyahu declared the war will continue until Hamas is defeated.
Takeaway: Israel is preparing for deeper ground action, ceasefire talks or not.
No End to War Yet
Netanyahu made clear that any ceasefire would be temporary at best. Even if more hostages are released, the military campaign will resume.
In his words: “There is no situation in which we stop the war before achieving all its goals.”
The goals of the Israel Gaza military offensive remain unchanged: destroy Hamas and secure the release of all hostages.
Takeaway: Israel’s leadership is prioritizing military objectives over diplomatic pauses.
Offensive Expansion Officially Approved
The Israeli cabinet has approved a significant expansion of the offensive.
Thousands of reservists are being mobilized. Officials are also discussing holding territory inside Gaza, relocating civilians southward “for their protection,” and working on a plan to facilitate voluntary departures of Gaza’s population — dependent on third-party countries’ cooperation.
The Israel Gaza military offensive is being described internally as a long-term operation.
Takeaway: This isn’t a short war. Israel’s plans include territory control and potential population displacement.
Hostage Releases Won’t Shift Strategy
Shortly before Netanyahu’s statement, Hamas released the last known US-Israeli hostage alive — calling it a gesture of goodwill.
But Israeli officials emphasized that their strategy won’t change. The Israel Gaza military offensive will press on, with no intention of halting operations without total Hamas defeat.
Takeaway: Even goodwill gestures from Hamas aren’t enough to slow the offensive.
Mounting Humanitarian Concerns
Meanwhile, Gaza’s humanitarian crisis is worsening fast. Reports cite severe food shortages, soaring malnutrition deaths, and mass displacement.
Israel may attempt to control aid flow using private companies while maintaining the blockade. International backlash is growing — especially toward the idea of relocating civilians out of Gaza entirely.
Arab nations have publicly rejected Israel’s proposals on “voluntary departure” plans.
Takeaway: As the offensive expands, so do fears of famine and forced displacement.
The Bottom Line
Netanyahu is going all-in on the Israel Gaza military offensive — regardless of negotiations, pressure, or humanitarian fallout.
There’s no sign of a lasting ceasefire, only more escalation ahead.
