The proposed strategy, developed by IDF Chief of Staff Lt.
Gen. Eyal Zamir, reportedly calls for the mobilization of multiple IDF combat
divisions to enter the Strip with the aim of decisively dismantling Hamas and
restoring security control. The report indicates that the plan has backing from
members of Israel’s security leadership and political right, but has not yet
been approved by the security cabinet.
Two Israeli officials noted that the return of Donald Trump to
White House was a key factor in reviving such a bold plan. The current US
administration has given stronger public support for Israel’s military
objectives, signaling a window of opportunity for Israel to reshape Gaza’s
future governance.
In addition to regaining military control, Israel would
reportedly assume full authority over humanitarian aid distribution within the
Strip. This would include managing aid flows and monitoring nutritional
requirements part of a broader plan to ensure that civilians receive assistance
while Hamas is denied access to resources.
Hamas, a US-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization,
continues to operate within civilian infrastructure and impede aid access.
Israel’s plan to oversee aid directly is intended to sever the terror group’s
ability to manipulate humanitarian efforts.
