Israeli defense minister Katz says destruction in Gaza gives him a 'good feeling'

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated during a tour of northern Gaza that the extensive destruction in the enclave gave him a "good feeling." He described this as a "deliberate policy" to eliminate threats, marking a shift from previous temporary military raids. Katz noted, "Instead of entering and leaving, the army is inside, the terrorists are outside, and the houses are destroyed." He also announced intentions to establish three military-linked settlement outposts in the Gaza Strip.