Tue Mar 18 19:08:11 UTC 2025: ## Netanyahu Vows Continued Gaza Strikes, Ceasefire Talks “Under Fire”
**DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (The Hindu) –** Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on March 19th that Tuesday’s airstrikes on Gaza are merely the opening phase of a broader military operation. He stated that any ceasefire negotiations will only occur while Israel continues its offensive.
In a televised address, Mr. Netanyahu asserted that Israel’s military campaign will continue until all its objectives are met: the complete dismantling of Hamas and the release of all hostages held by the militant group. He cited the release of previous hostages as evidence of the effectiveness of military pressure. The statement underscores a significant escalation in the Israel-Palestine conflict.
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