In a dramatic visit to northern Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to intensify military operations against Hamas. Accompanied by Defense Minister Israel Katz and military chief Eyal Zamir, he received an in-depth security briefing from commanders on the ground.
This visit comes as Gaza-based health authorities report that the death toll from the 18‐month offensive has surpassed 51,000. Netanyahu praised the troops for their "remarkable job" and warned that Hamas will continue to "absorb more and more blows" as the mission advances.
Defense Minister Katz reinforced the commitment, stating that the military will escalate pressure until Hamas agrees to release the hostages and is ultimately defeated. The determination from top officials indicates that no pause is in sight for the ongoing conflict.
In a related incident, an Israeli strike in Khan Younis's Mawasi area hit the gate of a hospital, tragically claiming the life of at least one medic and injuring nine patients and medical staff. According to an Israeli military spokesperson, the targeted strike aimed at a senior Hamas terrorist cell leader and a combat zone commander, using precise munitions in an effort to minimize collateral damage.
As tensions persist, these developments mark another intense chapter in the region's turmoil. Stay tuned for more updates as the situation unfolds. 🚀
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Netanyahu visits northern Gaza, vows to intensify military operations
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