Israel Vows Border Troop Presence Until Hamas Threat Eliminated

Israel will maintain its military presence at the Gaza-Egypt border to prevent it from being used by Hamas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized this resolve at a Jerusalem news conference.

Israel has declared it will not withdraw its troops from the border area between southern Gaza and Egypt until it secures assurance that the region will never be exploited as a lifeline for the Islamist movement Hamas.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered this firm message during a news conference held in Jerusalem on Wednesday.

Netanyahu stated, "Until that happens, we're there," underlining the country's commitment to its security stance.

(With inputs from agencies.)