Netanyahu Announces New Settlement Plans and Security Operations in the Negev

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Wednesday that his government's objective is to "reclaim the Negev for Israel," suggesting the initiation of large-scale settlement projects in the area.

Netanyahu also mentioned that the Israeli police have commenced a significant security operation in the Negev in collaboration with other forces, a measure he deemed essential for strengthening security control and solidifying settlement efforts.

These statements come amid rising tensions regarding Israeli policies in the Negev and their political and security implications for the local population and the broader region.