Israeli Troops to Stay in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria Indefinitely Amid Hostage Talks, 51,000 Palestinians Killed

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Updated Apr 16, 2025, 03:15 PM

Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Israeli troops will remain indefinitely in so-called 'security zones' in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon, and Syria. This decision is likely to complicate ongoing ceasefire and hostage negotiations with Hamas, as the group demands a complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and a lasting ceasefire before releasing the remaining hostages. Israeli forces have taken control of more than half of Gaza in a renewed campaign aimed at pressuring Hamas to release hostages following the end of a ceasefire last month. Over 51,000 Palestinians have been killed since the start of the war in October 2023. Israel has also maintained a presence in parts of Lebanon and established a buffer zone in southern Syria after the fall of President Bashar Assad's regime in December. Katz stated that the Israeli military will not evacuate areas that have been cleared and seized, emphasizing that the army will act as a buffer between the enemy and Israeli communities in any temporary or permanent situation in Gaza, as well as in Lebanon and Syria. The presence of Israeli troops in these regions is viewed by Palestinians and neighboring countries as a military occupation in violation of international law. Israel has blocked humanitarian aid from entering Gaza since March 2, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to implement U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal for the resettlement of Gaza's population through 'voluntary emigration' after the return of the 59 hostages still in Gaza, 24 of whom are believed to be alive.

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The Hindu

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Israeli Defence Minister says troops will remain in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria indefinitely https://t.co/jxQcZLvT96

Yeni Şafak English

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Israel says its army to remain in Gaza in ‘any temporary or permanent situation' https://t.co/jvayibowH1

TV Cultura

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Israel will keep troops in security zones in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely #TVCultura #Israel #FaixaDeGaza #Libano #Siria #Hamas https://t.co/ITi7TYV6IN