Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to criticism from Minister Betzalel Smotrich regarding the government's approach to Gaza, emphasizing that any disagreements between them are not significant. Netanyahu stated that he respects Smotrich but does not always agree with him, and noted that reservations about the Gaza plan have come from both the Left and the Right.

Netanyahu defended his decisions made during the war, asserting that they were justified and led to positive outcomes. He clarified that he has instructed the security system to expedite the occupation of Gaza and expressed a firm stance against partial deals, insisting on the release of all hostages as a condition for any agreement.

The Prime Minister reiterated his commitment to securing the return of all hostages, both living and deceased, as part of the resolution of the conflict. He acknowledged past efforts to negotiate but concluded that previous attempts did not yield the desired results.