He reiterated Israel's military objective to control the entire Gaza Strip while stressing the need to avoid a humanitarian crisis during military operations.

The current conflict began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched attacks in southern Israel, resulting in around 1,200 deaths, primarily civilians, and the abduction of over 200 hostages.

In response to the ongoing violence, Israel initiated a military operation in Gaza that has led to more than 53,000 deaths and the near-total destruction of infrastructure, displacing hundreds of thousands.

Amid these developments, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the transfer of Gaza's population south as Israeli forces gain control, coinciding with the entry of aid trucks after a prolonged blockade deemed insufficient by the UN.

He also expressed willingness for a temporary ceasefire to facilitate the release of the remaining 20 hostages, updating the count of living captives to 20 out of 58.

In a strong rebuke, Hamas labeled Netanyahu a 'criminal obsessed with murder and genocide,' claiming that his actions threaten regional stability for political gain.

Hamas accuses Netanyahu of undermining negotiations and jeopardizing the prospects for hostage release, particularly in light of his announcement regarding the relocation of Gaza residents.

Netanyahu emphasized that the implementation of U.S. President Donald Trump's plan for Gaza would occur post-war, contingent upon the expulsion of Hamas and ensuring Israel's security.

In light of the ongoing conflict, Hamas has called on the U.S. to clarify its position on forced displacement under the threat of genocide while mediating to end hostilities.

Netanyahu proposed relocating Gaza's 2.1 million residents to southern Gaza, asserting that this area would be free from Hamas and suitable for humanitarian aid distribution, which had been obstructed since early March.

Hamas has urged the international community to intervene and halt the brutal massacres of innocent civilians in Gaza.

Furthermore, Netanyahu's assertion that any temporary ceasefire would lead to renewed warfare is viewed by Hamas as a tactic to frustrate negotiations and endanger the liberation of hostages.