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Israel Launches Major Offensive to Dismantle Hamas

5/6/2025

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Israel's government has greenlit a significant military escalation in Gaza, targeting the total dismantling of Hamas. Prime Minister Netanyahu emphasized that the operation will persist until every goal is achieved, even as global worries about humanitarian consequences grow. Since October 2023, the conflict has claimed over 52,500 lives, further complicated by ongoing hostage situations.

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Israel's government has greenlit a significant military escalation in Gaza, targeting the total dismantling of Hamas. Prime Minister Netanyahu emphasized that the operation will persist until every goal is achieved, even as global worries about humanitarian consequences grow. Since October 2023, the conflict has claimed over 52,500 lives, further complicated by ongoing hostage situations.