His comments came as Israel struck the Hamas-controlled territory, home to 2.3 million people. people, after the attack on Israel organized by Hamas, during which more than 1.2 thousand were killed. people. Officials reported that more than 1,200 people were killed in Gaza during Israeli retaliatory strikes. people.
Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel on Saturday, invading its territory and launching rocket attacks. Israel carried out retaliatory strikes on the Gaza Strip.
Hamas is the Palestinian militant group that rules the Gaza Strip and has been involved in several wars with Israel since taking over the Gaza Strip in 2007. The group has been recognized as a terrorist by Israel, the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom and some other countries.
Hamas is supported by Iran, financing the purchase of weapons, supplying them and providing military training. Hamas has a political office in Qatar, where some of its leaders are based.
2.3 million people live in the Gaza Strip. people, but Israel, with the help of Egypt, has imposed a blockade on the territory since 2007 – it restricted the import of goods to and from the territory by water, sea or air, as well as the ability of the Palestinians themselves to leave the territory, except for a few tens of thousands of workers.
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What specific measures is Israel taking to safeguard Palestinian civilians in Gaza during ongoing military operations?
## Heated Debate: Ceasefire Proposal Accepted, but Strikes Continue
**Interviewer:** Rear Admiral Hagari, thank you for joining us today. Hamas has announced that it accepted an Egyptian-Qatari ceasefire proposal. Can you confirm if Israel also accepts this proposal?
**Rear Admiral Hagari:** We are aware of the proposal and are currently deliberating its implications. However [1](https://apnews.com/live/cease-fire-israel-hamas-updates)
while we consider the proposal, Israeli operations in Gaza will continue.
**Interviewer:** This comes amidst the tragic events unfolded in the past week. While Hamas orchestrated an unprecedented attack, resulting in the deaths of over 1,200 people within Israel, the retaliatory strikes by Israel have resulted in over 1,200 deaths in Gaza—home to 2.3 million innocent people. How does Israel justify its ongoing military operation while a ceasefire is being considered?
**Rear Admiral Hagari:** Our priority is the safety and security of Israeli citizens. The recent atrocities committed by Hamas demand a firm and decisive response. These military actions are aimed at dismantling Hamas’s capabilities and preventing further attacks against Israeli civilians.
**Interviewer:** But Mr. Admiral, with the civilian toll mounting on both sides, what will Israel do to ensure the safety of innocent Palestinian civilians within Gaza?
**Rear Admiral Hagari:**
We are doing everything in our power to minimize civilian casualties. However, Hamas deliberately operates within densely populated areas, using civilians as human shields. Our forces are taking utmost care to target legitimate military objectives while minimizing collateral damage.
**Interviewer:** This ceasefire proposal offers a glimmer of hope in this escalating conflict. Can you assure our viewers that Israel is committed to finding a peaceful resolution to this crisis?
**Rear Admiral Hagari:** Our ultimate goal is to achieve lasting peace and security. We will carefully consider the ceasefire proposal while continuing our operations to protect Israeli lives.
**Interviewer:**
Thank you for your time, Rear Admiral Hagari. We hope for a swift and peaceful resolution to this conflict.
