Israel would continue war until all of its goals achieved - Netanyahu
Photo: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Getty Images)
Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu had a telephone conversation with President of the United States Joe Biden, according to the office of the Israeli Prime Minister.
"Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this evening, spoke with US President Joe Biden and expressed his appreciation for the US position at the UN Security Council," the statement said.
It is emphasized that Netanyahu made it clear that Israel will continue the war until all its goals are achieved. Among them are the defeat of the terrorist group Hamas and the return of hostages held by Palestinian terrorists in the Gaza Strip.
The war between Israel and Hamas
The war between Israel and Hamas escalated on October 7, with Hamas militants launching a large-scale invasion into Israel. They engaged in killing and kidnapping both military and civilian individuals. In response, Israel declared the start of Operation Iron Swords and targeted terrorist locations.
On November 24, Israel signed a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, involving the release of hostages. The first group of hostages was released on the same day. The ceasefire lasted until December 1. Subsequently, the Israel Defense Forces announced the termination of the agreement due to Hamas firing on Israeli territory.
On December 20, Israel proposed a one-week ceasefire to the Palestinians, offering to release 40 individuals, including women, children, and elderly men in need of urgent medical care. However, Hamas rejected Israel's proposal to halt hostilities for one week for the purpose of negotiation.
