Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns that the military operation in Gaza is just the beginning and declares it as the country's 'second war of independence'. He states that the war against Hamas has entered a new stage and that soldiers on the ground have clear objectives. Netanyahu emphasizes that the war will be long and vows to fight until victory, ensuring the safe return of hostages held by Hamas.
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned the military operation in Gaza is "only the beginning" as he declared his country's "second war of independence". Addressing his country on Saturday evening, Mr Netanyahu said that the war against Hamas had "entered a new stage", as he confirmed soldiers on the ground in Gaza have "very clear objectives".
It was a long and sleepless night, against the backdrop of the major IDF operation in the Strip, and absolute uncertainty regarding the fate of the hostages held there, who were also subject to the heavy bombings.They added: "The families are worried about the fate of their loved ones and are waiting for an explanation. Every minute feels like an eternity."The UK's position has been to call for pauses in the fighting to let in humanitarian aid into Gaza - but not a ceasefire.
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