Israeli authorities planning large-scale ground operation in Gaza

Israeli authorities are planning a large-scale ground operation in the Gaza Strip, The Wall Street Journal writes, citing its sources.

The leadership of the Jewish state believes that capturing and holding a significant part of the Palestinian enclave will enable them to achieve a decisive victory over Hamas.

As noted, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his close circle believe that with the support of aggressive actions from the new U.S. administration and the weakening of the Shiite group Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Israeli army has sufficient capabilities to carry out such military operations.

It is mentioned that to achieve a final victory over Hamas, Israel must completely destroy the network of underground tunnels and other infrastructural assets belonging to the movement, which could take several months or even years.