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Tue 12 Aug 2025 6:11 pm - Jerusalem Time

175 Israeli soldiers warn against reoccupying Gaza

175 reservists in the Israeli army signed a petition warning of the consequences of implementing the plan to fully reoccupy the Gaza Strip. This petition comes at a sensitive time after the security cabinet approved a plan to reoccupy Gaza, raising widespread concern in Israel about the safety of Palestinian prisoners in the territory.

The petition, published on Tuesday, reflects the soldiers' fears that prolonging the war and expanding military operations will exacerbate security conditions in Israel, in addition to endangering the lives of Palestinian prisoners. The soldiers urged the government and the General Staff to consider the dire consequences of these plans.

In the petition, the soldiers expressed their concern that the continuation of the war would lead to heavy casualties, not only among their ranks but also among their families. They emphasized that this war significantly affects their daily lives and their psychological stability.

These warnings come at a time when protests against the war are increasing within Israel, with many citizens calling for an end to military operations and seeking peaceful solutions. This growing trend in Israeli society reflects a desire to avoid further military escalation.

Under these circumstances, the question remains as to how the Israeli government will respond to these demands, and whether it will reconsider its military strategy in Gaza. The potential consequences of any new escalation could be severe, not only on a military level but also on a humanitarian level.

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