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Netanyahu, IDF Chief Clash Over Risky Gaza Plan

8/7/2025

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Tensions escalated between Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir over the controversial Gaza occupation plan, with Zamir cautioning that it could jeopardize hostages. As military operations ramp up, the IDF has ordered evacuations in the Zaytoun neighborhood, while President Trump remains uncertain about backing the initiative.

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Tensions escalated between Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir over the controversial Gaza occupation plan, with Zamir cautioning that it could jeopardize hostages. As military operations ramp up, the IDF has ordered evacuations in the Zaytoun neighborhood, while President Trump remains uncertain about backing the initiative.