Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz stated that Israeli forces in Gaza will soon reach the city of Rafah in the southern part of the territory. Gantz indicated that the war against Hamas could last for 10 years, acknowledging the urgent need to ensure the release of hostages in the area, according to the "Times of Israel." He also added, "There is time to destroy Hamas, but there is no more time for the hostages; they are the priority now."