Netanyahu orders ‘powerful’ strikes in Gaza in move that threatens ceasefire

Published October 28, 2025 1:06pm ET



Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is ordering the military to “carry out immediate and powerful strikes in the Gaza Strip” following shots fired at soldiers in Rafah on Tuesday.

Israel Defense Forces personnel were reportedly shot at and returned fire. After this, coupled with alleged attempts by Hamas to dupe officials over the return of deceased hostages’ remains, Netanyahu called a meeting of Israel’s National Security Council.

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