Israeli army chief says Gaza occupation to require 200,000 reservists – Middle East Monitor

Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said fully occupying the Gaza Strip would require mobilizing about 200,000 reservists, according to public broadcaster KAN, Anadolu reports.

His remarks came during a 10-hour Cabinet meeting on Thursday, when Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a “gradual plan” to seize full control of Gaza. The plan was approved early Friday, despite military officials’ concerns about the safety of hostages and soldiers.

KAN, citing unnamed sources, reported…