CroatiaThe article reports on Israeli government actions regarding expansion projects in Gaza and the West Bank, ahead of upcoming parliamentary elections. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's administration has accelerated plans to build new settlements, including three 'Nahal' type military communities in northern Gaza, which have historically evolved into permanent civilian settlements. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced a package worth approximately 373 million euros for expanding Jewish settlements on the West Bank. These moves have drawn sharp criticism from international organizations and parts of Israel’s political and security establishment. The Israeli Ministry of Defense claims control over 65% of Gaza's territory and reported over 70,000 'terrorists' killed during operations, though Palestinian health authorities dispute these figures, citing higher casualties among women, children, and elderly. The Israeli military acknowledged the data source but did not clarify the methodology behind the 70,000 figure.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the settlement expansions as necessary for national security and territorial control, using terms like 'victory,' 'security partners,' and 'terrorist.' It emphasizes government approval and downplays international criticism, while presenting Israeli military claims without direct,
