Breaking news: Netanyahu says Israel wants to take control of all of Gaza

The Israeli prime minister made the remarks ahead of a security cabinet meeting.

View in browser Aug. 7, 2025, 12:29 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Ohad Zwigenberg/Associated Press Netanyahu Says Israel Wants to Take Military Control of All of Gaza Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made the remarks ahead of a security cabinet meeting, bucking the advice of the Israeli military and warnings that expanding operations could endanger the hostages and kill more Palestinian civilians. Read more More Top Stories President Trump delayed a Medicare change after a health company donated to MAGA Inc. → As the Trump administration plans to burn contraceptives, Europeans are alarmed. → The F.B.I. will help find the Texas lawmakers who left the state, Senator John Cornyn said. → If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018