This marks the first time Israel has explicitly declared intention for full military control of Gaza's entire 26-mile territory since Hamas took power. Previous conflicts focused on targeted operations or buffer zones. Netanyahu's specific mention of a 'security perimeter' while disclaiming governance suggests a new model of territorial control not seen in previous Gaza conflicts.
Netanyahu Declares Full Military Control Plan for 26-Mile Gaza Strip
📰 What Happened
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced Israel's intention to establish complete military control over the Gaza Strip's 26-mile territory. In a Fox News interview, Netanyahu emphasized plans to remove Hamas, free the population, and transition to civilian governance under leadership that doesn't advocate Israel's destruction. He specifically mentioned creating a 'security perimeter' while stating Israel doesn't seek to govern Gaza directly, focusing instead on liberating Gazans from Hamas control.
📖 Prophetic Significance
Netanyahu's plan for complete military control of the 26-mile strip while establishing non-Hamas civilian governance aligns with Zechariah's prophecies about Jerusalem's expanding control. The specific mention of a 'security perimeter' parallels Ezekiel 38:11's description of unwalled villages under Israel's protection. This represents a crucial timeline marker as it's the first step toward establishing the precise territorial conditions described in Daniel 11:41-45, where specific land controls must be in place before the final conflicts. The emphasis on removing Hamas while maintaining civilian life points to the type of regional restructuring prophesied to precede major end-times events.