Israel's Military Expansion in Gaza and the West Bank Sparks International Concern In a move widely seen as a brazen disregard for international law, Israel's Defence Minister has announced plans to establish three new outposts in Gaza, dubbed "Naha" settlements. This decision comes as the country's top military commander in the region boasts that Israel now controls a staggering 65% of the Gaza Strip, a development that directly contradicts the terms of the 2020 Trump-brokered ceasefire deal. The move is part of a larger effort by Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right coalition to expand its control over occupied Palestinian land before the upcoming October elections. The coalition's plans also include a $400 million funding boost to construct new settlements in the West Bank, further exacerbating tensions in the region.
Defence minister seeks three ‘Naha’ outposts in Gaza as top commander says Israel now controls 65% of the strip, violating Trump ceasefire dealIsrael’s defence and finance ministers announced plans for three illegal settlements in Gaza and more than $400m (£300m) in funding to expand construction in the occupied West Bank, as Israel’s military commander for the region celebrated violent outposts as his “security partners”.With national elections scheduled for 27 October, Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition is racing to expand control of land in occupied Palestine and drive out Palestinians before its mandate expires. Continue reading...
