Benjamin Netanyahu insists on "destruction" of Hamas as part of plan to end Gaza war

Israel's defense minister Yoav Gallant has stated that his country will not accept Hamas continuing to rule Gaza, and is instead examining alternatives. However, he did not elaborate on what these alternatives might be. This stance is likely a response to growing pressure from many Israelis for a new ceasefire deal, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing criticism.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated that a permanent ceasefire in Gaza will only be possible once Hamas's military and governing capabilities are destroyed, and all hostages are released. This stance is at odds with US President Joe Biden, who has proposed a new roadmap towards a full ceasefire in Gaza. Netanyahu has also dismissed the idea of a permanent ceasefire as a "nonstarter", seemingly undermining Biden's proposal.