JERUSALEM, Israel – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu believes the war in Gaza is entering a decisive stage. Although Israelis disagree about the way forward, the Israel Defense Forces called up 40,000 reservists to help capture Gaza City, as the U.S Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied visas for Palestinian officials.

At a reportedly contentious Security Cabinet meeting, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned that the takeover of Gaza City would lead to a military government. Netanyahu explained that he opposes a partial hostage deal and a 60-day ceasefire with Hamas because it would take six months to return to today's front lines in the face of political pressure and heavy costs.

Netanyahu is quoted as saying President Trump cautioned, "Forget the partial deals...go in with ful

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