- Israeli Minister Amichai Chikli emphasized defeating Hamas and annihilating its military capabilities as primary goals.
- Chikli hopes for an agreement to release 120 Israeli hostages currently held in Hamas dungeons and tunnels.
- He denied that the Israeli Prime Minister is sabotaging hostage release talks with new non-negotiable demands.
- The minister acknowledged the IDF’s view that completely eliminating Hamas is unrealistic, as it is rooted in the population’s support.
- Despite significant losses inflicted on Hamas, Chikli stressed the importance of continuing the fight until Hamas’s military capabilities are destroyed.
- Chikli criticized the Biden administration’s accusations of indiscriminate bombing, insisting Israel makes efforts to avoid civilian casualties.
- He suggested that criticism from diaspora Jews participating in anti-war protests and calls for a ceasefire are misguided.
- Chikli labeled criticism from Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez as antisemitic but did not extend the same accusation to President Biden.
- The minister defended Israel’s handling of detainees against accusations of torture, asserting adherence to international laws.
- He criticized certain human rights organizations for being politically motivated against Israel.
- Chikli expressed skepticism towards the establishment of a Palestinian state, favoring autonomy in certain areas instead.
- He concluded by emphasizing the cultural and ideological differences between Israelis and Palestinians, portraying Israel as a nation that cherishes life.
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