Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich emphasized that victory over Hamas requires not only military action but also severe economic and civil measures. He dismissed concerns for the civilian population in Gaza, focusing instead on the goal of completely destroying Hamas. Smotrich criticized international and domestic pressure to halt the conflict and argued that cutting off aid and resources to Hamas is essential for success. He also mentioned his efforts to legislate a new security package and potentially allocate funds for humanitarian aid, insisting that only through total economic and civil isolation can Israel achieve its objectives and secure the release of hostages.