Netanyahu demands indefinite Israeli control over Gaza-Egypt border.

Netanyahu: Israel must maintain control over Gaza-Egypt border

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel must maintain indefinite control over the Gaza-Egypt border. He emphasized this during the ceasefire negotiations in the Gaza Strip, reports the AP agency.

The United States is currently working on new proposals for a ceasefire and the release of hostages. They hope this will help end the conflict, which has been ongoing for nearly 11 months.

As part of the truce agreement, Hamas demanded that Israel completely withdraw from Gaza. Egypt, which was mediating along with the US and Qatar, also demanded specific timelines for the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Philadelphi Corridor. Official mediators of Israel, the United Arab Emirates, also condemned Tel Aviv's stance.

Netanyahu reaffirmed his position in an interview with foreign journalists. He claims that Israel must continue to control the border to prevent arms smuggling into Gaza, which could strengthen Hamas. He also emphasized that the goal is the protection agreed upon after the October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel.

Provide evidence that others can prevent smuggling, he noted. - Until that happens, we will remain here.

Source: RBK-Ukraine