Netanyahu Says Israel Won’t End War Until Israel ‘Removes Hamas’ From Gaza

“I’m not going to agree to end the war before we remove Hamas,” Netanyahu told the Journal. “We’re not going to leave them in power in Gaza, 30 miles from Tel Aviv. It’s not going to happen.”

Netanyahu’s comments come amid reports that hostage deal talks are making progress. While Hamas has reportedly conceded to Israeli demands that the first phase of a deal wouldn’t include an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, the group is still seeking an agreement that would result in a gradual end to the Israeli occupation.

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