Will Hamas be excluded from governance in Gaza by December 31, 2025?
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Israel to Maintain Security Control Over Gaza, Exclude Hamas, and Establish Buffer Zones
Dec 25, 2024, 01:58 PM
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz has announced that the Israeli military will maintain security control over Gaza, with plans to establish buffer zones and control positions within the region. This statement was made during a visit to the Philadelphi Corridor, emphasizing that the control will remain in the hands of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and that Hamas will be excluded from governance. Katz also mentioned the ongoing efforts to liberate hostages and defeat Hamas, indicating a continued military operation aimed at ensuring no future threats from tunnels or other terrorist infrastructures.
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