Israeli reservists doubt new offensive's strategic goals | DW News

Tens of thousands of Israeli reservists are expected to report for duty today ahaed of a planned offensive to take full control of Gaza city. The government says calling up reservists is necessary to fulfill its goal of destroying Hamas. Israel is pressing ahead with the plan to take Gaza City despite mounting pressure from home and abroad to end the war. There has also been criticism from within the military, with a few hundred Israeli reservists refusing to report for military service. So what is the exact Israeli military plan and can it really be implemented? And what are the main potential setbacks for the Israeli miliratry in this offensive? And what happens to reservists who refuse to report for duty? Insights and perspectives from military analyst Marina Miron, conscientious objector Yoav Porat, and Middle East expert Aaron David Miller.

00:00 What is Israel's plan for Gaza City?
03:26 Marina Miron, King's College London
08:34 Yoav Porat, Soldiers for the Hostages
14:48 Aaron David Miller, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

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Post from DW News on September 02, 2025

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