The Israeli military has begun the first steps in a planned operation to capture Gaza City, said Brigadier General Effie Defrin, a spokesman for the Israeli armed forces. According to him, after the clash with Hamas militants south of Khan Yunis in the Gaza Strip, the offensive on the stronghold of this terrorist organization is intensifying.
According to Defrin, Israeli forces have already begun to surround the outskirts of Gaza City, significantly limiting the capabilities of Hamas. He described the militants as a "battered and exhausted" guerrilla force that continues to resist, but its capabilities are severely depleted.
The operation to capture Gaza City is part of a larger Israeli effort to neutralize the threat from Hamas and strengthen security in the region. The city of Gaza remains the key center of influence of this organization, which controls a significant part of the territory of the sector.
These actions have caused a wide response in the international arena, as the consequences of the operation can significantly affect the development of the conflict and security in the region. Israel stresses the need for harsh measures to ensure its own safety and protect its citizens.
At the same time, the situation remains tense, and the further development of events largely depends on the actions of both sides of the conflict.