War on Hamas will last months, says Israeli defence minister

Israel's defense minister, Yoav Gallant, predicts a months-long war to destroy Hamas, despite increasing international isolation. President Joe Biden expresses unease over civilian casualties and calls for Israel to be more careful, but continues to support Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterates determination to fight until Hamas is eliminated. The war has caused widespread devastation and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Palestinians call on the US to take a firmer stance against Israel and address the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through postwar negotiations for a two-state solution.