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Bennett Says Hamas Has More Terrorists Than on October 7

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Courtroom-sketch editorial illustration of Naftali Bennett gesturing during a television interview.

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett said Saturday that Hamas now has more terrorists than it did on October 7, 2023. He said the terrorist organization has recruited fighters, is smuggling drones and weapons from Egypt, and is rebuilding its strength in Gaza. Bennett argued that the test of the new Gaza agreement will be its outcome and said he would not support giving up any territory before Hamas fully disarms. He also criticized declarations of total victory, saying repeated announcements are not a substitute for verified disarmament on the ground.

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