As tensions escalate, Israel has mobilized thousands of reservists to take control of the entire Gaza Strip unless Hamas agrees to a cease-fire by May 16. With calls for Hamas to surrender or facilitate the release of hostages, Israel emphasizes the seriousness of its intentions as it prepares Operation Gideon's Chariots to reclaim Gaza. Israeli officials see this as a necessary action to eliminate Hamas's threat and infrastructure while denying the group humanitarian support. Prime Minister Netanyahu stresses that now is the time to finalize the conflict with Hamas.
"Hamas won't agree to any serious deal short of a permanent end to the war that allows it to survive and maintain its death-grip on Gaza."
"If Hamas doesn't bite by the time President Donald Trump wraps up his Middle East trip next week, the IDF will once again order evacuations, starting in Gaza's north, and systematically clear and retake control of all Gaza."
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