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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
World
Nicola Slawson

First Thing: Netanyahu says Israel not seeking to occupy Gaza

Men carrying child with crowds in background
A wounded Palestinian girl is brought to al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City after Israeli strikes on Thursday. Photograph: Reuters

Good morning.

Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel does not seek to conquer, occupy or govern Gaza after its war against Hamas, but a “credible force” would be needed to enter the Palestinian territory if necessary to prevent the emergence of militant threats.

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