Netanyahu says Israeli strikes across Gaza that killed hundreds are ‘only the beginning’

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Palestinians make their way to flee their homes, after the Israel army issued evacuation orders for a number of neighborhoods, following heavy Israeli strikes, in Beit Lahiya in Gaza Mar. 18, 2025. (Reuters)
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  • “The previous releases proved that military pressure is a necessary condition for freeing hostages,” he said

GAZA: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Tuesday’s airstrikes in Gaza are “only the beginning” and that all ceasefire negotiations will take place “under fire.”
In a recorded statement broadcast on national television, Netanyahu said Israel would press ahead until it realizes all of its war goals — destroying Hamas and freeing all hostages held by the militant group.
“The previous releases proved that military pressure is a necessary condition for freeing hostages,” he said.

Topics: War on Gaza Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Hamas