Israel will never fully withdraw from Gaza, defence minister says
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In December 2025, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that the Israeli military would not fully withdraw from Gaza, despite a US-backed peace plan signed in October that called for a full withdrawal. Katz announced plans to establish an Israeli army unit in northern Gaza, replacing previously uprooted settlements. He later clarified that the units would be stationed for security reasons. These statements, made at a West Bank ceremony approving new housing units in the Beit El settlement, reportedly drew displeasure from US officials who demanded clarification. Katz also emphasized the government's commitment to settlement expansion in the West Bank, indicating a move towards asserting sovereignty.
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