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Katz threatens to empty Gaza City if Hamas carries out new abductions

Times of Palestine2h ago

Published Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · 11:56 Jerusalem time

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Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, known as Katz, threatened to depopulate Gaza City should Hamas execute any fresh abduction operations, the Maan Wire reported. The threat came amid ongoing tensions over hostages held by the militant group since the October 7 attack.

Ben-Gvir tied the potential military action directly to hostage-taking by Hamas. The warning reflects the high stakes surrounding the captives' status in ceasefire and hostage-release negotiations.