Israeli minister says Gaza will be 'entirely destroyed,' Palestinians forced into other countries
Share this @internewscast.com

A right-wing Israeli minister has stated that Israel’s victory won’t be achieved until Gaza is “entirely destroyed” and Palestinians are relocated to other countries.

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich expressed this view during a conference focused on Jewish settlements in the West Bank. Despite his senior position, Smotrich’s statement does not reflect Israel’s official government policy.

He addressed the attendees, predicting, “Within a year we will be able to declare victory in Gaza. Gaza will be entirely destroyed, civilians will be sent to the south to a humanitarian zone without Hamas or terrorism, and from there, they will begin to relocate in large numbers to third countries,” as reported by Agence France-Presse.

“Israel does not intend to withdraw from territories the IDF captures, not even as part of a deal to release hostages,” he added.

Dubbed Operation Gideon’s Chariots, the plan would also seek to prevent the militant Hamas group from distributing humanitarian aid, which Israel says strengthens the group’s rule in Gaza. It also accuses Hamas of keeping the aid for itself to bolster its capabilities. The plan also included powerful strikes against Hamas targets, the officials said.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he approved an “intensive” plan for IDF operations in Gaza. (Israeli Government Press Office via AP)

“We want our troops to fight against a tired, hungry, and exhausted enemy, not one that has supplies and aid coming from outside the strip,” Smotrich said in a statement on Monday.

Reuters and the Associated Press contributed to this report.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Princess Eugenia of Hanover, 23, details 'bad sides' of her royal title, says it caused problems at school

Princess Eugenia of Hanover, 23, Opens Up About the Challenges of Her Royal Title and Its Impact on Her School Life

Princess Eugenia of Hanover has opened up about her royal title, saying…
Jeffrey Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell's secluded hideout hits the market

Ghislaine Maxwell’s Secret Hideaway Listed for Sale

This story addresses the topic of suicide. If you or someone you…
Crime scene at a Victorville convenience store.

Teddy bear with ‘realistic human skin, eyes, and lips’ discovered on sidewalk causes alarm

A DISTURBING teddy bear seemingly made out of human skin sparked a…
Two rings found on beach and returned thanks to kindness of strangers

Kind Strangers Reunite Two Lost Rings Found on Beach with Their Owners

CAPE MAY, New Jersey — When a woman from South Jersey lost…
Retired Army officer pleads guilty to sharing classified info on Russia-Ukraine war on dating site

Former Army Officer Admits to Sharing Classified Russia-Ukraine War Information on Dating Platform

A retired Army officer who was employed as a civilian with the…
Police arrest international traveler allegedly carrying nearly $3M in drugs bound for Brazil

International Traveler Arrested for Allegedly Smuggling Drugs Worth $3M to Brazil

Police arrested a man who allegedly tried to carry almost $3 million…
Manuel Jose Rosales Yajure identified as Streamwood man who died after found at Centennial Beach: Naperville Police Department

The Naperville Police Department reports that the man who passed away after being found at Centennial Beach has been identified as Manuel Jose Rosales Yajure from Streamwood.

NAPERVILLE, Ill. (WLS) — The 27-year-old Streamwood man who died after being…
Wildfire along Grand Canyon's North Rim destroys historic lodge and is spreading rapidly

Historic Lodge Destroyed as Wildfire Rapidly Spreads Along Grand Canyon’s North Rim

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — A wildfire that destroyed a historic lodge and…
LA to NYC high-speed train proposed ahead of FIFA World Cup

High-Speed Train from LA to NYC Proposed Before FIFA World Cup

A high-speed rail line hopes to connect Los Angeles to New York…
French right-wing National Rally party HQ raided by police in 'harassment operation'

French Police Raid National Rally Party Headquarters in Alleged Harassment Action

The headquarters of the French right-wing National Rally party were searched on…
Angry Kanye West fans chant for refund at chaotic Shanghai show: 'Worst concert ever'

Frustrated Kanye West Fans Demand Refunds During Turbulent Shanghai Show: ‘Worst Concert Experience Ever’

Kanye West’s fans erupted into an angry chant after the rapper was…
King Charles III arriving at a lifeboat station.

King Charles to Welcome Donald Trump at Windsor Castle on the Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s Funeral

DONALD Trump will be hosted by the King at Windsor Castle on…