JERUSALEM, Israel – The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) says it’s preparing to move into Rafah, the last major Hamas military stronghold in Gaza.
While the Biden administration disapproves of the move, Israel is setting up thousands of tents to provide a sanctuary to keep civilians out of harm’s way. The operation also aims to rescue the remaining hostages.
In a briefing, IDF Spokesman Daniel Hagari stated, “133 hostages are still being held by Hamas in Gaza – for over 200 days, in inhumane conditions. Until Hamas releases our hostages, the IDF will continue to pursue Hamas everywhere in Gaza. This is an urgent call for action. We will leave no stone unturned in our efforts to find our hostages.”
President Joe Biden and the leaders of 17 other nations with hostages in Hamas’ hand have issued a joint statement calling on Hamas to accept a ceasefire deal that would see the captives freed.
On Israel’s northern border, the IDF is involved in significant fighting with Hezbollah. This week, Isreal hit the Iranian-backed group with dozens of air strikes.
Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant indicated that many of Hezbollah’s top people have been killed throughout the war.
“Half of the Hezbollah commanders in southern
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