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Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant presented a comprehensive plan on Thursday outlining the proposed post-war administration for the Gaza Strip. The plan, designed to address the complex aftermath of hostilities, asserts that neither Hamas nor Israel will govern the Palestinian territory in the aftermath of the conflict.
Gallant shared the details of the plan with the press before its submission to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's war cabinet. The cabinet has been grappling with divergent views on the future of Gaza following the potential removal of Hamas, which has held control over the strip since 2007.
Key elements of the plan include the continuation of Israel's military operations in the territory until the return of hostages taken on October 7, the dismantling of Hamas's "military and governing capabilities," and the elimination of any remaining military threats.
Once these objectives are achieved, the plan envisions a new phase characterized by the absence of Hamas control in Gaza, ensuring that it does not pose a security threat to Israeli citizens. The governance of the territory during this phase would be entrusted to unspecified Palestinian entities.
The presentation of this post-war plan underscores the complex geopolitical considerations and challenges involved in shaping the future of the Gaza Strip. As the war cabinet deliberates on these proposals, the evolving situation will continue to impact regional dynamics and influence the prospects for stability in the area.
