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Netanyahu's Gaza Plan Sparks Protests and Internal Backlash

8/10/2025

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Israel's security cabinet has greenlit Prime Minister Netanyahu's bold plan to intensify military operations in Gaza, marking a significant strategic shift. As protests erupt for peace and the release of hostages, Netanyahu faces backlash from Finance Minister Smotrich, who claims the Prime Minister is sacrificing a decisive victory for a mere compromise with Hamas.

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Israel's security cabinet has greenlit Prime Minister Netanyahu's bold plan to intensify military operations in Gaza, marking a significant strategic shift. As protests erupt for peace and the release of hostages, Netanyahu faces backlash from Finance Minister Smotrich, who claims the Prime Minister is sacrificing a decisive victory for a mere compromise with Hamas.