Israeli Security Minister’s Call for Total Gaza Occupation Raises Alarms Over Escalation and Regional Stability

In a provocative move that threatens to deepen the already volatile situation in the Middle East, Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir publicly called for the "total occupation" of the Gaza Strip. This declaration came from one of the region’s most sensitive locations—the Temple Mount in Jerusalem—underscoring the incendiary nature of his message.Ben Gvir, an ultranationalist figure known for pushing hardline policies, capitalized on distressing new footage released by Islamist militant groups showing Israeli hostages in dire condition. Using this emotional leverage, he demanded Israel assert sovereignty over Gaza, expel Hamas members, and encourage voluntary emigration as a route...