Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will assume responsibility for security in the Gaza Strip once the conflict with Hamas concludes. During a press conference in Tel Aviv, Netanyahu emphasized the necessity of demilitarization in Gaza, asserting that the IDF is the key entity to ensure effective counterterrorism efforts. He also highlighted the intention to establish civil governance in Gaza that doesn't promote anti-Israel sentiments.
Netanyahu further mentioned that after addressing the situation with Hamas, Israel will shift its focus to the northern region, where nearly 100,000 Israelis are currently displaced. Regarding the northern border, he indicated the possibility of a diplomatic resolution or an alternative approach to resolving the situation.
Responding to an inquiry about whether he passed up an opportunity to send the head of Israel's Mossad to talks in Qatar on a new hostage deal, Netanyahu emphasized that he won't disclose Israel's considerations to its enemies and stated that negotiations are taking place through decisive means.
(With Agency Inputs)
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