The quiet part is now official—Israel’s preparing to take the whole Gaza Strip.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly approved a full occupation plan for Gaza, according to Israeli media. The plan gives the IDF permission to operate in zones where hostages are believed to be held, despite Hamas threatening to kill captives if Israeli forces come near.
Netanyahu’s office made the message clear: execute the plan, or step aside. Reports say they even told IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir to resign if he’s not on board. “If this does not suit him, you should resign,” the office allegedly stated.
This hardline move comes after Hamas tanked ceasefire talks last month, leaving what little diplomacy was left in ashes. President Donald Trump weighed in, saying Hamas “wants to die” and has no real intention of making a deal—especially with only about 50 hostages remaining.
The situation darkened further when Hamas released disturbing videos showing malnourished captives, including one hostage digging what he believed would be his own grave. Hamas has also reportedly barred Red Cross food deliveries to hostages unless Israel halts air traffic and opens humanitarian corridors.
Meanwhile, the IDF recently wrapped up most of Operation Gideon’s Chariots, which helped Israel gain control of around 75% of Gaza. Elite divisions and reserve brigades have already been pulled back—setting the stage for a broader, more permanent presence.
If the plan goes forward, this would mark the first full military occupation of Gaza by Israel—shifting the war from surgical raids to total control.
The ceasefire window has closed. What’s opening now is a full-scale occupation, with hostages still caught in the crossfire.
