CurrentReport Blog Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Monday that Israel is approaching the end of its mission to dismantle Hamas’s military capabilities in the Gaza Strip. This statement was made during a discussion with students, emphasizing that Israel’s military efforts against Hamas remnants will persist until all objectives are met.
Netanyahu highlighted the progress made by Israeli forces, particularly in the city of Rafah, a significant area of recent conflict. “Yesterday, I returned from a tour of the Gaza division’s location, and I saw great achievements in the battles fought in Rafah. We are nearing the end of the elimination phase of the Hamas ‘terrorist army’. The strikes against its remnants will continue,” he affirmed.
Reiterating the Prime Minister’s stance, Dmitry Gendelman, an advisor to Netanyahu, provided additional insights. He indicated that the most intense period of fighting in Gaza is drawing to a close and that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are prepared to transition to the subsequent phase of their operations promptly.
Key Points:
- Strategic Advances: Israeli forces have reportedly made significant progress in Rafah.
- Continued Operations: Strikes on Hamas remnants are to persist until the completion of Israel’s military goals.
- Next Phase: The IDF is gearing up for the following stage of operations in Gaza.
