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IDF chief in Gaza: 'We've killed over 900 terrorists in Rafah, we're wearing down Hamas'

Halevi says next phase of war will 'introduce different methods, new tactics and altered logistical support to suit the stage'; 'The results will speak for themselves in due course,' he says

Yoav Zitun | 07.02.24

ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו בהערכת מצב ביטחונית בדרום

This is what comes next as IDF approaches end of Gaza operation

In a security assessment in Southern Command, Netanyahu, Gallant, and Halevi discuss transition to the third phase of Rafah operation, which could affect hostage negotiations; IDF recommends holding ground in the Philadelphi Corridor on the Egyptian border

Yoav Zitun, Itamar Eichner | 07.01.24

IDF soldiers find Hamas version of Chutes and Ladders and weapons in Rafah operation

Nahal Brigade soldiers located a terrorist's version of the famous children's game which depicts attacks on Israeli cities as well as a weapons depot

Yoav Zitun | 06.28.24

Between delivering aid and fighting, IDF commanders say Rafah tunnel operations to continue for months

As army edges closer to dismantling Hamas' Rafah Brigade, government-ordered shipments of gas, fuel and fresh produce from northern Israel have begun entering Gaza; most of these supplies fall into Hamas' hands within hours; commanders emphasize maintaining permanent presence in area vital

Yoav Zitun, Rafah | 06.28.24

תיעוד מחיסול מחבל ואיתור פרי מנהרות במרחב רפיח, רצועת עזה

IDF pushes on in Rafah, tanks reported near humanitarian zone

Unverified reports said the tanks were nearing the Mawasi camp for displaced Gaza civilians; IDF says forces locate Hamas tunnel shafts, underground infrastructure

Yoav Zitun, Reuters | 06.23.24

תיעוד דובר צה"ל שיגור ארגון טרור הטרור גא"פ הומניטרי חאן יונס רצועת עזה מלחמה מלחמת חרבות ברזל חיל האוויר תקיפה אמצעי לחימה כוחות אוגדה 99 חטיבת גבעתי

Gaza reports Rafah battles intensify: 'Forces advancing north and west'

IDF forces engage in close-combat encounters with Hamas terrorists, as Gaza residents report tanks are advancing into the western and northern parts of the city

Ynetnews | 06.21.24

Inside Hamas' last stronghold: 'More tunnels here than I've seen anywhere else in Gaza'

Reporter's Notebook: IDF commander says there are more tunnels in Gaza's southernmost city than anywhere else in the strip; some lead in to Egypt and are used by Hamas to smuggle in weapons and explosives

Yossi Yehoshua | 06.19.24

'We will remain in Gaza after the Rafah offensive ends,' official says

Member of Israel's negotiation team says Hamas's response to the proposed deal is tantamount to its rejection; says Israel would only end war after mechanisms are in place to ensure Hamas compliance

Itamar Eichner | 06.18.24

After 40 days of Rafah fighting, commanders reject claims that IDF is bogged down there

IDF says some 550 terrorists have been eliminated, as the military continues to advance slowly amid many booby-trapped houses, concealed passageways and surveillance cameras in almost every alley and room ; 2 of the 4 Hamas battalions in Rafah are on the verge of collapse

Elisha Ben Kimon | 06.17.24

In wake of APC disaster, IDF pushes for decisive action in Rafah

Army eliminates over 500 terrorists and uncovers around 100 tunnel shafts, entrenching control along Egyptian border and dismantling Hamas battalions; security officials worry leadership stalls on deciding Philadelphi Corridor’s future and whether to shift focus to Hezbollah in north

Elisha Ben Kimon | 06.17.24

IDF names 2 soldiers killed in Gaza, one of them in deadly APC blast

Sgt. Shalom Menachem, who had been fighting in Gaza with the Engineering Corps for past 5 months, killed along with 2 friends from yeshiva; Ssg. Tzur Avraham killed while searching for Hamas tunnels when shaft exploded

Elisha Ben Kimon | 06.16.24

These are the stories of the soldiers killed this weekend in Gaza

Eliyahu and Yakir studied together in yeshiva; Itay danced for the elderly; Eitan and Elon were photographed on top of their tank; Oz stuck to his friends; Stansilav was a 'beloved boy'; Orr loved history and his best friend was killed at the beginning of hte war; For Wassem the military 'was in his blood'

Ynet correspondents | 06.16.24

IDF announces daily 'tactical-humanitarian pause' in Rafah-area fighting

Pause in fighting meant to allow trucks from Kerem Shalom crossing to safely deliver humanitarian aid to UN agencies in the area; Netanyahu calls pause 'unacceptable' says fighting in Rafah continues; Ben-Gvir criticizes the move as 'evil and foolish'

Elisha Ben Kimon, Hadar Adi, AP | 06.16.24

IDF releases names of 5 more soldiers killed in Rafah explosiom

Armored combat engineering vehicle attacked by anti-tank missile on Saturday, killing all 8 soldiers inside; the battalion that they fought with eliminated about 50 terrorists in an operation that took place prior to the explosion

Ynet | 06.16.24

Deadly APC blast likely due to anti-tank fire or explosive device, IDF says

IDF Spokesperson Hagari says 'experts will examine entire incident,' adds 'we are approaching the dismantling of the Rafah Brigade'; Netanyahu: 'No alternative to victory' in war

Elisha Ben Kimon, Itamar Eichner | 06.15.24

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