By Palestine Chronicle Staff 
An unidentified senior military official quoted by Yedioth Ahronoth reportedly said that “the Cabinet will have to decide whether it takes responsibility for the lives of the abductees.”
The Israeli occupation army warned its government that unless an agreement is sealed with the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, any extensive military operation in the Gaza Strip is bound to risk the lives of Israeli captives, Israeli media reported. The military spokesman for the Al-Qassam Brigades also warned Israel against the high cost of trying to free captives using military action.
Netanyahu vs. the Military
These latest statements come amidst tension between Israel’s army and Netanyahu’s government. Additionally, resignations in top army ranks, including the Chief of the Israeli Army’s Ground Forces, have added to the crisis within the military establishment.
Ongoing Genocide
Flouting a UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire, Israel has faced international condemnation amid its continued brutal offensive on Gaza. The ongoing genocide in Gaza has resulted in massive casualties, displacements, and a severe humanitarian crisis.
