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Netanyahu Defends Gaza Operations Amid Rising Ceasefire Protests

4/21/2025

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Netanyahu Defends Operations

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stands firm on military operations in Gaza, blaming Hamas for rejecting a ceasefire. As protests swell and demands for a hostage deal grow louder, opposition leader Yair Lapid slams Netanyahu for his unclear strategy. The public's desire to end the conflict and bring hostages home intensifies.

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Lapid Warns Assassination Threats

Opposition leader MK Yair Lapid sounded the alarm over potential political assassinations in Israel, referencing alarming intelligence. He condemned Prime Minister Netanyahu for inciting violence, which he believes has led to threats against Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar. Lapid called for an urgent end to the rising tensions, warning of the perilous consequences of internal strife among Jews.

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Netanyahu Defends Operations

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stands firm on military operations in Gaza, blaming Hamas for rejecting a ceasefire. As protests swell and demands for a hostage deal grow louder, opposition leader Yair Lapid slams Netanyahu for his unclear strategy. The public's desire to end the conflict and bring hostages home intensifies.

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