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Israel to ramp up Gaza war unless deal reached by next week – defense source
Israel is waiting until after Trump’s visit to the Middle East before launching 'Operation Gideon’s Chariots,' in order to allow more time to negotiate a ceasefire and hostage release
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Israeli armoured vehicles take position on Israel's border with the Gaza Strip on May 4, 2025.
If Hamas does not accept a ceasefire and hostage-release deal by the end of next week, Israel will launch “Operation Gideon’s Chariots,” escalating the war in Gaza until Jerusalem attains its war aims, a senior Israeli defense source said...