Avi Dichter stated, "I think that we are going to stay in Gaza for a long time. I think most people understand that [Israel] will be years in some kind of West Bank situation." This highlights the minister's view on the long-term military presence Israel expects in Gaza, with no immediate plans for governance or reconstruction for the 2.3 million inhabitants.
Reservists have described the construction of extensive new military infrastructure in Gaza, with significant demolition of houses leading to the establishment of military bases in the Netzarim corridor. One officer said, "There was not a single construction left that was taller than my waist anywhere (in the corridor), except our bases and observation towers," illustrating the extent of the military's development efforts.
Dichter emphasized, "We are not again at the beginning but we're definitely not at the beginning of the end because we still have a lot of work to do." This statement reflects the ongoing challenges the Israeli military anticipates in managing the situation in Gaza.
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