Arabic version: وزير إسرائيلي يدعو إلى المستوطنات في قطاع غزة

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has called for the immediate establishment of Jewish settlements in the northern perimeter of the Gaza Strip. He claims that nearly 70% of the strip is already occupied by the Israeli military.

Smotrich’s statements indicate a push for further Israeli presence in the region, which has been a focal point of conflict for decades. His remarks come as discussions about the future of Israeli settlements and the political landscape in the area continue.

According to Al Jazeera, the Finance Minister’s comments reflect a broader agenda to assert Israeli claims over the territory. This development raises questions about the implications for peace and stability in the region.

The call for settlements and a ‘conquest’ approach could escalate tensions between Israel and Palestinian groups, as well as with neighboring countries watching the situation closely.