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Israel's Gaza Ethnic Cleansing and the Threat of Annexation

A report reveals Israeli officials' admissions of ethnic cleansing in Gaza, raising concerns of annexation and settlement expansion, fueled by Trump's return to power.

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Human Rights ViolationsMiddle EastIsraelConflictGazaAnnexationEthnic Cleansing

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Brig. Gen. Itzik CohenYoav GallantBenjamin NetanyahuDonald TrumpBezalel Smotrich

What admission did Brig. Gen. Itzik Cohen make regarding Israel's actions in northern Gaza?: Brig. Gen. Itzik Cohen admitted that Israel is carrying out ethnic cleansing in northern Gaza, aiming for the complete evacuation of the area's residents.
What did Yoav Gallant state regarding the military justification for the ongoing conflict in Gaza?: Yoav Gallant, Israel's outgoing defense minister, stated that there was no military justification for continuing the war in Gaza, suggesting the conflict's continuation stems from a political desire to maintain Israeli presence.
What are the indications that Israel intends to annex northern Gaza and establish settlements there?: The Israeli government's actions, including statements by high-ranking officials and the addition of right-wing ministers to the security cabinet, suggest an intention to annex northern Gaza and establish Jewish settlements.
How does Donald Trump's return to the White House impact the possibility of Israeli annexation of Gaza?: Donald Trump's return to the White House increases the likelihood of US support for Israeli annexation of northern Gaza, potentially through a revised "deal of the century" or similar agreement.
What measures are suggested to counter Israel's actions in Gaza, and what are the prospects for their success?: International pressure, including arms embargos and sanctions, is necessary to curb Israel's actions in Gaza, where over 43,000 Palestinians have been killed; however, the success of such measures is uncertain given the current political climate.

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Gaza Reconstruction: $80 Billion and Decades Needed After Devastating Conflict

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