On Thursday night, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu outlined his government’s conditions for ending the war against Hamas in Gaza.

“One week ago, I convened the Cabinet and we set five principles for ending the war,” Netanyahu said in Hebrew remarks, referencing the Aug. 8 decision to order the military to take control of Gaza City.

Netanyahu went on to list the five conditions for victory, including the full disarmament of Hamas; the return of all 50 remaining hostages kidnapped on Oct. 7, 2023; the demilitarization of the entire Strip; security control of Gaza by the Israel Defense Forces; and establishing “an alternative civilian administration” in the enclave.

“These five principles will ensure Israel’s security. This is the meaning of the word ‘victory,'” declared the lead

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