Gaza 'annexation' part of military strategy: Israel Defence Minister Katz

Israel's defence minister, Israel Katz, states Gaza's annexation is part of military strategy. Troops will remain in security zones indefinitely as Israel continues to block humanitarian aid to pressure Hamas. The UN reports a sharp rise in acute malnutrition among Palestinian children. Ceasefire talks continue, but the US envoy insists on the release of captives.

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