Israeli military to mobilize approximately 50,000 reserve soldiers - Israeli military to mobilize approximately 50,000 reserve forces
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have announced plans for a significant military operation to take control of Gaza City, with the operation anticipated to begin in mid-September 2025. This move marks a significant escalation compared to past Israeli policies, reflecting a shift towards direct territorial control rather than containment or blockade.
The IDF has already called up around 60,000 reservists to support this escalation, with active-duty soldiers also involved. This large-scale mobilization underscores the scale and seriousness of the planned operation. The troops are currently engaged in operations in central Gaza, including the discovery and destruction of tunnels, which forms part of the broader battle strategy.
The primary focus of the anticipated takeover is the city of Gaza, which remains the stronghold of the Islamist terror organization Hamas. Hamas, which controls Gaza and is considered a terrorist organization by Israel, has firmly opposed the offensive, condemning it as an ethnic cleansing attempt and stating it will not disarm without the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.
Amid heavy military pressure, Hamas reportedly considered transferring Israeli hostages to Gaza City to deter the impending Israeli offensive. This heightens the stakes of the conflict and complicates ceasefire or peace negotiations. The October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas, which killed about 1,200 Israelis and took 251 hostages, sparked the current phase of the conflict and underpins Israel's determination to neutralize Hamas’s power in Gaza.
The Israeli government emphasizes that it is not interested in partial ceasefire deals but seeks a comprehensive plan to resolve the conflict, rejecting recent proposals involving limited hostage releases. The offensive and its anticipated humanitarian impact have led to international concern about Israel’s diplomatic standing and accusations from Palestinian authorities of war crimes and genocide.
The IDF is working with international aid organizations to facilitate the relocation and support of the civilians, who number approximately one million, during the operation. The military has guaranteed medical aid and food supply for the displaced civilians in the tent camps. The exact timeline for the takeover is not yet clear.
The Gaza Strip is currently experiencing a catastrophic humanitarian situation, with the military's goal including the destruction of Hamas's underground tunnel system. The operation aims to end Hamas's capacity to wage war, supported by the most right-wing Israeli government in history. However, Hamas remains defiant and is using hostages as leverage, adding complexity to the conflict.
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