Israel Warns of ‘Long’ War as Invasion of Gaza Strip Begins
- Israel offensive involves troops, tanks and airstrikes
- Netanyahu says attempts to free hostages continue at same time
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Israel announced the “second stage” of its war against Hamas, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warning that the ground invasion of the Gaza Strip will be “long and difficult” as the risks of a broader Middle East conflict rise.
“We have one main goal to beat the enemy and guarantee our existence,” Netanyahu, dressed in black, said in nationally televised remarks.