Reported Israeli plans to annex parts of Gaza are highly unlikely to be implemented, according to statements from a government minister and a senior coalition member cited by Haaretz. The officials suggest that these reports are being strategically leaked to pressure Hamas into making concessions on a hostage and ceasefire agreement. One minister emphasized that annexation is 'not really on the table,' while a coalition member described the move as a tactic to threaten Hamas with the potential loss of territory. The comments indicate that the annexation narrative is more about negotiation leverage than actual policy.