?Israeli troops to stay indefinitely in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria: Defence Minister Katz
Israel says its troops will stay indefinitely in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria — triggering global alarm and complicating hostage talks with Hamas. In a sharp policy shift, Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz declared that the Israeli army will not vacate areas seized during the ongoing war. These areas — now called “security zones” — cover over half of Gaza, strategic points in Lebanon, and a buffer zone in southern Syria.
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