Israel's Security Cabinet Approves Expansion of Gaza Operation to Increase Pressure on Hamas

jerusalem - Israel's security cabinet has reportedly approved plans to expand the operation in the Gaza Strip, aiming to escalate pressure on Hamas.

Israel's Security Cabinet Approves Expansion of Gaza Operation

The Israeli security cabinet has agreed to escalate the campaign in the Gaza Strip, following statements by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and military leader Eyal Zamir.

The decision to intensify attacks is to increase pressure on Hamas to release remaining hostages. Netanyahu emphasized the importance of defeating Hamas over hostage release.

A spokesperson for Netanyahu's office declined to comment on the reports, stating that the full cabinet must approve the decision on Sunday.