In a shocking escalation of the ongoing conflict, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has received the green light from his security cabinet for a full military takeover of Gaza. This decision, reached after a marathon 10-hour meeting, signals a dramatic intensification in Israel’s war against Hamas, potentially leading to the occupation of the entire Gaza Strip, not just Gaza City. Netanyahu has vowed to eliminate Hamas and establish a security perimeter, claiming that the land will eventually be handed back to “Arab forces” that can coexist within Israel, a statement met with skepticism by critics who doubt any real autonomy will be granted.

The urgency of this operation is underscored by the plight of approximately 50 Israeli hostages still held by Hamas, with fears that many may already be dead. As this military campaign unfolds, it is expected to displace over a million Palestinians from Gaza, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region.

Simultaneously, political tensions are boiling over in the U.S. as Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has launched a blistering attack on the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), accusing it of undermining American interests and violating U.S. lobbying laws. Greene’s fiery rhetoric comes in response to AIPAC’s alleged attempts to discredit her and other dissenting voices within Congress. She claims the organization is trying to remove her from office for opposing Israeli actions, stating that Americans are fed up with funding foreign wars while struggling with domestic issues.

As the situation in Gaza intensifies, and with U.S. political dynamics shifting, the implications of these developments are profound, raising questions about the future of American foreign policy and its impact on the ongoing conflict. The world watches closely as both military and political landscapes shift dramatically.