이스라엘 극우 장관 “가자지구서 매일 30~40명 죽여야”

Israeli far-right Minister Benny Gantz has publicly claimed that daily assassinations of 30 to 40 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are necessary. This controversial statement gained traction when Gantz appeared on a podcast featuring detained hostage Ron Brailsford, who criticized the reduced airstrikes in Gaza. Gantz openly stated his belief in targeted assassinations to "remove" those who have no right to live.

He also called for the establishment of Jewish settlements in Gaza and the forced displacement of Palestinians. Gantz even threatened to personally execute someone who helped kidnap Brailsford. While Gantz lacks direct military authority over Gaza, he holds significant influence within the Israeli government. Post-2013 Hamas attacks, far-right officials like Gantz have gained popularity among some Israeli citizens.

Talks led by U.S. President Donald Trump's peace committee aimed at ending the conflict and restructuring Gaza's government have been rejected by both Israel and Hamas. Hamas demands a cease-fire contingent upon complete disarmament, while Israel refuses to disengage until Hamas fully disarms. Recently, Israel resumed airstrikes upon fears that Hamas may reorganize for new terror attacks.

U.S. special envoy to the Middle East, Jared Kushner, visited Egypt's Alalaem to negotiate with Hamas leadership. The U.S.-led '15-point roadmap' for Gaza's disarmament and Israeli withdrawal will be revived if Hamas agrees to dismantle its weapons and withdraw from the territory. Hamas has demanded that Israel cease attacks and withdraw from beyond the so-called "green line" before initiating the roadmap.

Hamas has urged a resolution to the conflict, emphasizing compliance with the first-phase agreement and cessation of violations and incursions.