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Israel Defense Minister Rejects Ceasefire Amid Rising Tensions

8/6/2025

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In a show of solidarity, Defense Minister Israel Katz backed IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir as tensions rise over military actions in Gaza. Katz firmly declared that a ceasefire with Hamas is not an option at this critical moment. He will be joined by Prime Minister Netanyahu and Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer for urgent security discussions.

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In a show of solidarity, Defense Minister Israel Katz backed IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir as tensions rise over military actions in Gaza. Katz firmly declared that a ceasefire with Hamas is not an option at this critical moment. He will be joined by Prime Minister Netanyahu and Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer for urgent security discussions.