Israel's Long-Term Security Role in Gaza: Netanyahu's Plan Revealed

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicated that Israel plans to maintain overall security responsibility in the Gaza Strip for an indefinite period after its war with Hamas ends. This marks the first time Netanyahu has publicly shed light on his long-term plan for Gaza, which has been heavily bombarded by Israeli airstrikes. The exact details of this plan are unclear, but it may involve a similar arrangement to the one Israel shares with the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank's Area B. However, experts are skeptical about the feasibility of finding a willing partner for such a plan. The United States has expressed a desire to involve the Palestinian Authority in discussions about Gaza's future, while Netanyahu's remarks may be driven by political considerations.