During a rare press conference on Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu outlined his vision for triumph in Gaza and announced a proposal to allow more foreign media to cover inside the area alongside the troops.
The war against Hamas has lasted 22 months, during which time access to Gaza has been strictly restricted.
Since beginning its campaign in the region after the historic October 7, 2023 attack by the Palestinian militant organization, Israel has prevented the majority of international journalists from entering the area on their own, frequently citing security concerns.
The Israeli military has taken journalists on occasional embeds that are tightly controlled by security officials.
“We have decided and have ordered, directed the military to bring in foreign journalists, more foreign journalists, a lot,” Netanyahu said during Sunday’s press conference.
“There’s a problem with assuring security, but I think it can be done in a way that is responsible and careful to preserve your own safety.”
The premier, however, did not provide specifics on the plan.
Global press outlets have long relied on local journalists on the ground in Gaza to provide reporting and footage from the war.
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