Israeli Army Chief calls for long-term truce in Gaza due to inability to defeat Hamas – Middle East Monitor

Israel’s Chief of Staff General Eyal Zamir has urged for a long-term truce in the Gaza Strip, acknowledging that Hamas has not been fully defeated.

Speaking at a meeting held at the Gililot military base, attended by the General Staff and senior operational commanders, General Zamir gave his first comprehensive assessment since the 7 October war began. He stated that the army requires an “operational pause” after nearly two years of continuous fighting….