Israel's Plan to Seize Gaza Strip
Israel approved plans to capture the entire Gaza Strip and remain in the territory indefinitely, potentially displacing hundreds of thousands of Palestinians, leading to a dire humanitarian crisis and fierce international opposition.
Key Points
- Israel approved plans to seize Gaza Strip and remain indefinitely
- Potential displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians
- Dire humanitarian crisis expected
- Likely to face fierce international opposition
Cons
- Forcible displacement of Palestinians
- Exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis
- Embedding Israel in a population deeply hostile to it
- Questionable governance of the territory