Israeli defence minister announces settlement plans in north Gaza

Israel's Defence Minister has announced controversial plans to establish new illegal settlements in northern Gaza. These settlements, known as "Nahals," would be created by Israeli soldiers, with the minister vowing that Israel will never completely leave the territory. Far-right settler organizations have celebrated the news, stating that over a thousand families are ready to move into the Gaza Strip. The announcement comes amid a severe humanitarian crisis and claims of numerous Israeli ceasefire violations that have resulted in hundreds of Palestinian casualties.