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Netanyahu and Minister Katz Deny Plans to Open Erez Crossing for Goods
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First reported by Ynet · 1 hour ago
What happened
Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz refute claims of opening the Erez Crossing for goods, affirming Israel's policy that Gaza reconstruction depends on Hamas's disarmament.
- 01Netanyahu and Katz deny any directive to open Erez Crossing for goods.
- 02Israeli security is not preparing to allow commercial shipments into Gaza.
- 03Israel's policy towards Gaza remains unchanged and clear.
- 04Reconstruction in Gaza will not begin before Hamas is disarmed.
- 05Full demilitarization of Gaza is a precondition for any rebuilding efforts.
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