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IDF reportedly ordered to halt Gaza City offensive, switch to solely defensive meneuvers, after Trump demands Israeli strikes stop

4 October 2025, 3:49 am
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Troops operate in Gaza City in this photo released on September 29, 2025 (Israel Defense Forces)
Troops operate in Gaza City in this photo released on September 29, 2025 (Israel Defense Forces)

Israeli political leaders have ordered the military to halt the campaign to conquer Gaza City, Army Radio and the Kan public broadcaster report after US President Donald Trump called on Israel to stop striking in Gaza as he pushes to end the war and free the hostages held by Hamas.

Army Radio says the order calls for operations to be reduced to “the minimum,” with troops on the ground strictly carrying out defensive maneuvers, and was issued after overnight talks between Israeli and US officials.

Kan meanwhile says negotiations on Trump’s plan are expected to be held soon.

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