Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a Rosh Hashanah address on Monday that the military campaign in Gaza would continue “with great force” until Hamas is dismantled and all hostages are returned.

“On this New Year’s Eve, our forces are operating powerfully in the Gaza Strip to bring Hamas to a final defeat and to bring home all of our captives,” said Netanyahu. “We will persevere with determination until we achieve all the war’s goals to secure our future in our wonderful land.” In so doing, he added, “we will also pave the way for expanding the circle of peace.”

In a separate, English-language address, Netanyahu noted that, “As the Jewish new year begins, we see a rising tide of antisemitism in many countries.” He added: “I say to every Jew, wherever you may be, you are no

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