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Smotrich calls for West Bank war modeled on Gaza offensive
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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for launching a war in the West Bank similar to the military operation in Gaza, the Ma'an news agency reported. Smotrich also demanded the dismantling of the Palestinian Authority and the elimination of armed groups alongside weapons confiscation.
The statements represent an escalation in rhetoric from Israeli officials regarding operations in Palestinian territories and the status of the PA.
