Israel Defense Minister Israel Katz addressed the residents of the Gaza Strip in a statement on Wednesday afternoon, warning that demanding the removal of Hamas and release of all hostages is the only way to stop the war, APA reports quoting Jerusalem Post.
"The IDF will soon operate forcefully in additional areas in Gaza and you will be required to evacuate and lose more and more territory. The plans are already ready and approved," Katz warned.
"Learn from the residents of Beit Lahiya: Demand the removal of Hamas from Gaza and the immediate release of all Israeli hostages - this is the only way to stop the war," he added.