Israel Rejects Gaza Ceasefire, Vows to Defeat Hamas

Israel Rejects Gaza Ceasefire

Israel has firmly rejected intensifying international calls for a ceasefire in the Gaza war, warning that any halt in military operations while Hamas remains active would be a catastrophic mistake for both Israelis and Palestinians.

In a press briefing held Tuesday, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar denounced what he described as a “distorted campaign” aimed at forcing Israel into premature peace talks or acceptance of a Palestinian state.

“It ain’t gonna happen, no matter how much pressure is put on Israel,” Saar told reporters, underscoring the administration’s resolve to continue military operations until Hamas is dismantled.

The conflict, now in its 22nd month, was sparked by Hamas’ October 7, 2023, cross-border assault that resulted in hundreds of Israeli civilian casualties and dozens of hostages. Israel’s ongoing offensive in Gaza is aimed at destroying Hamas’ military capabilities and recovering the hostages still held by the group.

“Stopping the war while Hamas still holds hostages and controls Gaza would be a tragedy,” Saar insisted.

His remarks come amid escalating global pressure. Humanitarian organizations, the United Nations, and several European capitals have demanded a ceasefire to allow urgent food and medical aid into Gaza, where famine conditions are reportedly unfolding.

Saar also criticized renewed efforts to revive the two-state solution, particularly from France and other European powers. He argued that creating a Palestinian state in the current climate would be tantamount to legitimizing Hamas’ authority.

“Establishing a Palestinian state today is establishing a Hamas state, a jihadist state. It ain’t gonna happen,” he emphasized.

The foreign minister’s comments reflect growing tension between Israel and parts of the international community, as the humanitarian toll in Gaza rises and diplomatic solutions remain elusive.

Israel continues to place full responsibility for the conflict on Hamas, accusing the group of using civilians as human shields and rejecting repeated offers for hostage exchanges and humanitarian pauses.

Despite mounting diplomatic backlash, Israeli leadership has reiterated that national security and hostage recovery remain non-negotiable priorities.

With global calls for peace growing louder, and humanitarian agencies warning of disaster, Israel’s hardened stance signals a prolonged conflict unless dramatic shifts occur on the ground either in Hamas’ position or international mediation strategies.

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