Israel to go ahead with Rafa offensive

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu reiterated his plans to press ahead with the military’s offensive in Rafah on Sunday, several hours before an operation for hernia.

Regarding the war in Gaza, he said no victory will be achieved without an operation in Rafah.On the matter of the hostages’ deal, the PM said that he’s committed to bringing back all the hostages, and rejects the idea of concessions towards Hamas in the negotiations.Prime Minister Netanyahu said new elections would paralyze Israel, including its war objectives in Gaza, such as securing the release of the hostages.