Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar asserted Monday that Israel will not end the war in Gaza under conditions set by Hamas, emphasizing that the return of all captives held in the Strip must occur unconditionally.
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Speaking at a press conference, Sa’ar stated:
“Hamas is trying to impose terms aimed at ensuring its continued rule over Gaza—this is categorically unacceptable. We will not conclude the war based on Hamas’ demands.”
He reiterated Israel’s goal of ending the war and securing the release of all captives, while favoring diplomatic solutions over prolonged military conflict.
Sa’ar acknowledged ongoing U.S. efforts to develop a post-war framework for Gaza and said that Israel is closely coordinating with Washington on this matter.
He noted that the U.S. intends to step up efforts to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with active coordination underway.
The Israeli minister also criticized positions taken by countries such as France, Canada, and the UK, arguing their actions amounted to “rewarding Hamas” and prolonging the conflict.
He urged these nations to “understand the consequences of their behavior,” characterizing their recent decisions as indirect support for Hamas.
Sa’ar accused the group of terrorizing Palestinian civilians and using them as human shields, reiterating:
“There is no place for Hamas in the future of Gaza unless it disarms and abandons its militant path.”
He concluded by affirming Israel’s condemnation of terrorism everywhere.
