May 30th 2024.
The Israeli military has recently made a significant move in the ongoing conflict with Gaza, announcing that they have taken control of the entire Gaza-Egypt border. This area, known as the Philadelphi area, has long been a hotbed for cross-border smuggling, and the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have discovered a total of 20 tunnels used for this illegal activity.
Rear Admiral Daniel Hageri, spokesperson for the IDF, made the announcement on Wednesday night, highlighting the discovery of not only the tunnels, but also several rocket launchers along the border. The newly controlled strip of land spans 14 kilometers and is known to be Hamas' main route for smuggling weapons into Gaza. This is a significant win for the IDF, as it cuts off a major source of weaponry for the militant group.
Hageri revealed that while some of the tunnels were already known to the Israeli Army, many others were discovered for the first time. In fact, a total of 82 tunnel shafts have been identified in the newly captured border area. The IDF has taken physical control of most of the corridor, but there is a small section that is being monitored by aerial surveillance.
The IDF's statement also shed light on the tactics used by Hamas, with Hageri stating that the terrorist group had deliberately placed rocket launchers near the Egypt border, believing that Israel would not retaliate for fear of causing damage on Egyptian territory. However, with their new control over the Philadelphi area, the IDF now has the ability to strike at these launchers and prevent further attacks on Israeli soil.
Hageri also shared that Hamas had taken advantage of the Philadelphi area, building their infrastructure just a stone's throw away from the Egypt border in order to avoid Israeli strikes. But with the IDF's successful takeover, this tactic will no longer be effective in their attempts to harm Israeli citizens. This marks a significant step forward in the ongoing conflict, and the IDF remains committed to protecting their borders and citizens from further threats.
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