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Netanyahu Calls Urgent Meeting Amid Hamas Ground Invasion Fears

3/18/2025

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called an urgent security meeting as fears grow over a potential ground invasion by Hamas, which boasts over 25,000 fighters. Defense Minister Israel Katz emphasized the looming threats, while Israel intensified airstrikes on Hamas targets, signaling a dramatic escalation in the already volatile region since the January ceasefire.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called an urgent security meeting as fears grow over a potential ground invasion by Hamas, which boasts over 25,000 fighters. Defense Minister Israel Katz emphasized the looming threats, while Israel intensified airstrikes on Hamas targets, signaling a dramatic escalation in the already volatile region since the January ceasefire.