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In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing conflict, an Israeli airstrike on Saturday reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 90 Palestinians in Gaza, most of whom are thought to be militants. The strike, aimed at the elusive Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif, has triggered a wave of controversy and strategic recalculations. Israel's Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, addressed the nation late Saturday, expressing uncertainty over whether Deif and another senior Hamas commander, Rafa Salameh, were killed in the operation. Netanyahu pledged to maintain pressure on Hamas leadership, stating that increased military pressure would enhance the prospects of a hostage deal, despite stalled cease-fire talks.
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