Israeli general says Gaza should remain ‘destroyed for generations’

Israeli general says Gaza should remain ‘destroyed for generations’ Submitted by Elis Gjevori on Sun, 08/09/2026 - 21:14 Giora Eiland says Palestinian despair serves Israel and demands permanent control beyond the Yellow Line Palestinian residential salvage what they can from an apartment targeted in overnight Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City on August 2, 2026. (Omar Al Qattaa/AFP) Off A former head of Israel’s National Security Council has called for Gaza to remain devastated for decades, openly presenting Palestinian despair and destruction as desirable outcomes after Israel’s genocide in the enclave. Retired Major General Giora Eiland told Israel’s 103FM radio station on Sunday that rebuilding Gaza would run against Israeli interests.