Defense Minister Israel Katz visited an army post in the Gaza buffer zone and stated that he has developed recommendations for Israel's security and political actions to achieve the war's objectives. Katz emphasized the importance of defeating Hamas and creating conditions for the return of hostages, while also ensuring the safety of Israeli communities through a permanent military presence in strategic areas of Gaza. He assured that once political leaders make decisions, the military will professionally carry out the policy. Katz's comments follow reports that the army's chief of staff opposes the government's proposed occupation of Gaza.