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Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu is pursuing a controversial strategy in the Gaza war. While publicly stating he'll negotiate for hostage release and peace, he's simultaneously planning a large-scale military assault on Gaza City. This 'all-or-nothing' approach, supported by the Trump administration, contrasts sharply with previous phased ceasefire agreements. This has confused mediators, angered families of hostages who accuse Netanyahu of sacrificing their loved ones, and sparked large-scale protests in Israel. Hamas has accepted a ceasefire proposal, but Netanyahu's demands—including full Israeli control of Gaza—appear unrealistic, prolonging the conflict.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.