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Israeli Defense Officials Preparing to Expand Gaza Operation
(Ynet News) Moran Azulay - Israel is preparing to expand its military operation in Gaza due to the deadlock in hostage deal negotiations, a defense official said Monday. The decision was delayed due to Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz's desire to exhaust diplomatic channels to reach a deal before proceeding. A political source said Monday that currently there is no realistic alternative plan to secure the hostages' return. As a result, Israel is preparing for an intensified military path. The source said, "There is no chance we will agree to a hudna [truce] with Hamas that would allow it to rearm, recover, and continue its war against the State of Israel with even greater strength....We still want to exhaust every effort to bring the hostages home, but our patience is not unlimited."