Israeli PM’s ‘Secret’ Plan: Controlling Gaza Beyond Security

A Palestinian political analyst, Abdul-Mahdi Matawa, has alleged that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu harbors a plan to directly manage the Gaza Strip. Matawa claims this plan has been kept under wraps to avoid derailing its implementation, pointing to Israel’s recent actions as evidence. He argues that Israel’s objective is no longer limited to military and security control but extends to full administrative oversight of Gaza. He cites the significant expansion of Israeli military installations in the area as a key indicator, emphasizing their strategic intent. Matawa further supports his claim by highlighting the repeal of the 2004 ‘Disengagement Law’, which authorized the Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and parts of the West Bank. He believes that the law’s repeal signifies a deliberate policy shift towards re-asserting Israeli control over Gaza. He also draws attention to the recent Israeli military operations in the northern West Bank, suggesting that Netanyahu is effectively reversing the ‘Disengagement Law’ and aiming for a return to full control over Gaza and an expansion of settlements in the West Bank.