Pakistan, Aug. 5 -- Israel's cabinet is reportedly weighing a decision to launch a full military takeover of Gaza for the first time since 2005. According to Israeli media, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is leaning toward a wider offensive after 22 months of war with Hamas. This move comes despite rising international pressure for a ceasefire due to dire humanitarian conditions in the besieged enclave.

The potential takeover follows the collapse of ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas. A senior Israeli source told Reuters that expanding military operations is now a serious option. The move could reverse Israel's 2005 withdrawal from Gaza, which critics say allowed Hamas to gain control. However, it remains unclear if the plan invo...