The plan presented by the head of the Israeli army staff, Eyal Zamir, to the political leadership envisions the occupation and control of a large part of the Gaza sector. According to Channel 12, this plan will come into force if the negotiations conclude without results.
The Israeli government sees this plan as a crucial step toward defeating Hamas and securing the release of the hostages.
The plan was also developed in opposition to the concept of a "humanitarian city" in Rafah. Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert criticized the construction of the camp, calling it "ethnic cleansing."
Although the Netanyahu government has so far expressed commitment to the negotiations, political pressure is mounting.
