Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal for Israel to assume full military control of the Gaza Strip has sparked widespread condemnation, with critics warning that such a move could endanger both Palestinian civilians and Israeli hostages. In a recent interview, Netanyahu stated that Israel intends to remove Hamas and establish a security perimeter, eventually handing governance to Arab forces. However, families of hostages and senior Israeli military officials have voiced strong opposition, arguing that reoccupation would put lives at risk and strain the military.

International reaction has also been negative, with Jordanian officials emphasizing that any future governance of Gaza should be determined by Palestinians themselves. Meanwhile, the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire, as at least 42 Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes and shootings on Thursday, many while seeking aid. The ongoing conflict, which began in October 2023, has resulted in tens of thousands of Palestinian deaths and continues to fuel debate over Israel's military strategy and its impact on civilians.