Netanyahu Insists on Israeli Presence in Key Gaza Corridor Amid Cease-Fire Talks

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insists on maintaining an Israeli presence in the Philadelphi corridor as part of any cease-fire deal. This demand has become a significant obstacle in talks with Hamas, which seeks Israel's complete withdrawal from Gaza. Netanyahu argues that withdrawing would prevent Israel from ever regaining control.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated his stance on maintaining an Israeli presence along Gaza's border with Egypt as a crucial part of any cease-fire agreement.

Netanyahu's demand to stay in the Philadelphi corridor has been a critical hurdle in ongoing cease-fire negotiations with Hamas. The militant group is calling for a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza as a precondition for releasing the dozens of hostages it currently holds.

Netanyahu has warned that an Israeli withdrawal, even if temporary, would make it impossible for the country to regain control, stating, 'It determines our entire future. This is the oxygen of Hamas.' The Israeli leader faces mounting pressure to secure a deal after Hamas militants killed six hostages just before Israeli forces reached their location.

(With inputs from agencies.)