“What we have witnessed over the past day is utter madness and a complete relinquishment of responsibility,” Smotrich said at the press conference. “It is a dangerous fusion of political opportunism from those striving to appear more right-wing than others, leaks from cabinet discussions, and the collaboration of left-wing media figures who seek to end the war, capitulate to Hamas, and bring down the government.
Smotrich was unequivocal: “To state it plainly—no aid will go to Hamas. Period. Anyone claiming otherwise is spreading falsehoods. I was the one who demanded an end to the reckless policy of sending in thousands of trucks that were seized by Hamas, monetized, and used to prop up its regime. I initiated an alternative plan involving civilian companies, and I can say with full responsibility that the past will not repeat itself. Only the bare minimum of food and medicine will enter Gaza, and not a single grain will benefit Hamas. (Read More)
