Israel plans to capture and control Gaza Strip
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Israel's leadership has approved a plan to capture the entire Gaza Strip and maintain control for an unspecified duration, potentially escalating the conflict. This decision is expected to draw strong international condemnation. The plan, approved Monday, follows the military chief's call for tens of thousands of reserve soldiers. It aims to defeat Hamas and free hostages, but could displace hundreds of thousands of Palestinians, worsening the humanitarian crisis. The move comes amid a collapsed ceasefire, ongoing strikes, and a dire humanitarian situation due to restricted aid. Israel is also planning to use private companies to control aid distribution, a move the UN opposes.