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Israel tried to kill Muhammad Sinwar, a key Hamas leader in Gaza. If confirmed, his death would deprive the group of another top commander, but it might not lead to a strategic shift.
Edan Alexander, a dual Israeli American national, was released following pressure from President Trump, who is set to travel to the region.
Both men are politically divisive, fiercely combative and have outsize egos. But as Mr. Trump arrives in the Middle East next week, the fate of the region could hinge on their relationship.
Israel’s plan to capture more land in Gaza and relocate thousands of civilians has heightened a sense of hopelessness among Palestinians.
The U.S. ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, plans to shut down a direct communications channel between U.S. diplomats in Jerusalem working on Palestinian issues and agencies in Washington.
Israeli spokesmen said the expanded ground operation would include “a wide attack, involving moving most of Gaza’s population,” as well as the “holding of territories” by Israeli soldiers for an indefinite period of time.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that a new plan calls for a “forceful entry” into the territory and would involve Palestinians relocating to the south.
The mobilization could indicate that Israel is preparing to shift its tactics in its fight against Hamas.
Authorities reopened the main highway between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem and allowed evacuees to return to their homes in Israel and the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
The departure of Israel’s domestic intelligence chief appeared to end his unusually public clash with the prime minister.