Israel vows to continue Gaza offensive until goals are met

Israel will not consent to a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip until the objectives of its military operation in the enclave are met, including the release of hostages and the destruction of the military capabilities of the radical Hamas movement, according to a statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office.

Israel's conditions for ending the war in Gaza remain unchanged, the statement emphasized. These include the elimination of Hamas' military and leadership infrastructure, the release of all hostages held by the group, and ensuring that the Gaza Strip no longer poses a threat to Israel's security. The idea that Israel would agree to a permanent ceasefire before these conditions are met is "unacceptable," the document stressed.