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Israel's Defense Minister: Troops to Stay Indefinitely in Gaza

4/16/2025

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Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz declared that troops will stay indefinitely in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, creating "security zones" to safeguard Israeli communities. This move comes amid escalating military actions and a steadfast refusal to retreat, even as ceasefire discussions continue. Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, with over 51,000 lives lost since October 7, 2023.

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Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz declared that troops will stay indefinitely in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, creating "security zones" to safeguard Israeli communities. This move comes amid escalating military actions and a steadfast refusal to retreat, even as ceasefire discussions continue. Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, with over 51,000 lives lost since October 7, 2023.