Israel’s security minister says 'occupation [of Gaza] is a must'

Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir hinted at the idea of re-establishing settlements in Gaza that Israel dismantled in 2005 and said it was necessary to re-occupy the besieged enclave. 

"Occupation [of the Gaza Strip] is a must. Every time our enemies lost territory, they lost the war," Ben Gvir told Israeli news outlet Reshel Bet.

"We need to be in full control - that's what will deter our enemies, convey a message of victory and allow the residents of [Israeli towns near Gaza] to return home.

"I'm not afraid of renewing the settlements in Gush Katif [inside Gaza]."

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