The IDF and Shin Bet have intensified counterterrorism efforts in the Gaza Strip in recent weeks with the goal of killing Hamas terrorists and minimizing reconstruction efforts.
The incident, which caused no injuries, comes amid rising tensions in the West Bank.
Security officials say terror activity in the West Bank is at its lowest level since 2011, but warn of growing friction, weapons concerns and potential escalation ahead of the holidays.
With China blocked by US from rapidly resupplying Iran’s ballistic missile materials, Zamir sees a shifting threat landscape across Israel’s fronts.
The IDF said that what remains of the Ali al-Taher ridge, beneath which was Hezbollah’s last and most significant line of defense in southern Lebanon, is “nothing more than a sandbox.”
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The strike targeted a vehicle in the Hamad neighborhood, north of Khan Yunis, after which a residential apartment on the first floor of Tower M caught fire.
The exercise, during which all battalions in the division were mobilized, is expected to continue until the afternoon.
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IDF troops are preparing to defend the area and prevent Hezbollah from returning, Netanyahu and Katz said.
Hamed was killed on Wednesday in a joint ISA, IDF and Israel Police operation involving a strike in the central Gaza Strip, according to the security agencies.
