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IDF Chief Reaffirms Mission to Disarm Hamas Amid Ongoing Gaza Operations

Jun 07, 2026 01:08 PM CT Gaza Strip Israel,Gaza,Hamas,IDF,Ground Operations

Summary

Israeli military leadership has reiterated its commitment to disarming Hamas, with Prime Minister Netanyahu reporting that Israeli forces currently control 60% of the Gaza Strip and aim to reach 70%. This development reflects the continuation of the ongoing ground campaign rather than a new escalation, maintaining the current trajectory of the conflict.

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At the start of a government meeting on Sunday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also discussed the Gaza Strip, announcing that Israel currently holds 60% of its territory, and "will soon reach 70%.

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T3 Jerusalem Post
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Actor Responses

Israel NEUTRAL

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi and PM Benjamin Netanyahu stated the mission to disarm Hamas continues, with territorial control in Gaza increasing to 60%.

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