Defence Minister Katz and National Security Minister Ben-Gvir unveiled concrete depopulation proposals, with Ben-Gvir presenting a seven-year 'voluntary emigration' plan and pledging a Migration Ministry if re-elected. Gaza's death toll reached 73,658 since October 2023, with over 1,340 killed since October 2025 ceasefire; humanitarian crisis worsens as water contamination triples and sewage systems collapse.
Israeli ministers advance Gaza depopulation plans as violence escalates
Over 73,658 Palestinians killed and 174,622 wounded since October 2023; thousands missing under rubble; 70 people including 30 children made homeless by West Bank demolitions; widespread displacement and detention of Palestinians.