Tue Mar 18 19:48:34 UTC 2025: ## Netanyahu Vows Continued Strikes, Linking Future Negotiations to Ongoing Conflict
**GAZA CITY** – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stark warning to Hamas on [Date], stating that future negotiations will only occur amidst ongoing military operations. Following a widespread Israeli air assault that shattered a recent ceasefire, Netanyahu declared the attacks are merely “the beginning” of Israel’s response to Hamas actions. His comments signal a significant hardening of Israel’s stance and suggest a departure from previous attempts at diplomatic resolution. The prime minister’s statement effectively links any potential future talks to the continuation of military conflict in Gaza. The implications of this aggressive stance remain unclear, fueling concerns of a protracted and escalating conflict.