IDF: Above and below ground: IDF troops are continuing to operate in western Khan Yunis and conduct targeted raids in the northern and central Gaza Strip; An Islamic Jihad terrorist who took part in the October 7th massacre in Kibbutz Nir Oz was eliminated
IDF troops are continuing to operate in western Khan Yunis in order to secure new areas above and below ground. The forces have encountered armed Hamas terrorists wearing civilian clothing who were preparing attacks on IDF troops in the area. Over the past day, dozens of terrorists have been killed and approximately 80 individuals suspected of involvement in terrorist activity have been apprehended, including a number of terrorists that took part in the October 7th massacre.
In other operations, IDF snipers killed over 15 terrorists. IDF troops also identified an enemy spotter, who had concealed himself inside a compound, and killed him. During targeted raids, IDF troops located numerous weapons, including grenades, AK-47 rifles, five RPGs, explosive devices, and ammunition.
In the area of Deir al Balah, an Islamic Jihad terrorist who took part in the October 7th massacre in Kibbutz Nir Oz was eliminated by an IDF fighter jet.
In Beit Hanoun, IDF troops identified four terrorist operatives trying to set up observation infrastructure in an attempt to restore intelligence-gathering capabilities for the terrorist organizations in the northern Gaza Strip. An IDF helicopter struck the terrorist cell.
Over the past day, during IDF activity in the northern Gaza Strip, IDF troops killed numerous terrorists during targeted raids and ambushes. IDF missile ships identified a terrorist cell in the area where IDF troops in the central Gaza Strip were operating. During joint ground, naval, and aerial activity, the terrorist cell was struck and a number of the terrorists were killed.
In additional operations in the Gaza Strip, IDF ground troops killed over 15 terrorists in different encounters and struck a compound used by terrorists to fire at IDF troops and store explosives.
Attached is footage of the elimination of an Islamic Jihad terrorist who took part in the October 7th massacre in Kibbutz Nir Oz: https://bit.ly/3uetQJr
Attached is a photo of the weapons located by IDF troops: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC060220248364
Attached is a video of the IDF strikes in the Gaza Strip:
https://bit.ly/3UunzUo
Attached is a video of IDF activity in the Gaza Strip: https://bit.ly/3Oy8hdF
Attached are photos from IDF activity in the Gaza Strip: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC060220247834
IDF: This morning, terrorists launched several projectiles towards Margaliot in northern Israel. Following the attack sirens sounded warning people of the imminent threat. IDF artillery retaliated and struck the sources of the fire.
As a result of the attack, two IDF soldiers were lightly injured and evacuated to a hospital to receive medical treatment. Their families have been notified.
Earlier today (Tuesday), IDF fighter jets targeted a Hezbollah military base near Marwahin in southern Lebanon. Additionally, overnight, IDF jets attacked Hezbollah’s operational facilities near Meiss El Jabal, also in southern Lebanon. The IDF artillery also targeted several locations in southern Lebanon to remove potential threats.
Hezbollah’s ongoing terrorist activity and attacks against Israel violate UN Security Council Resolution 1701. The IDF will continue to defend Israel’s borders from any threat.
Attached is a video of the strike: https://bit.ly/3ueko8Z
IDF: Terrorists attacking IDF troops in civilian areas in Khan Yunis eliminated by aerial support
In the area of Khan Yunis, the 98th Division’s forces, including the Givati Brigade, encountered hostile fire from buildings. In response, they alerted in a combat helicopter, which quickly identified and neutralized the source of the gunfire on the building’s first floor.
Additionally, a UAV supporting the Paratroopers Brigade detected a Hamas terrorist approaching the immediate proximity of the troops. The UAV operators warned the forces and eliminated the terrorist as he exited a building near them.
The attached footage reveals the aerial support to both the Givati and Paratroopers forces during these engagements in Khan Yunis: https://bit.ly/3OAuCHv
IDF: ”In one room, a UN vest, and in another, a submachine gun”: Documentation of Egoz Unit operations in western Khan Yunis
During targeted raids carried out by the Egoz Unit in western Khan Yunis, the soldiers destroyed terrorist infrastructure and killed numerous terrorists in close-quarters combat.
This week, the soldiers conducted scans in the area, during which they encountered a terrorist cell and eliminated it at close range.
While continuing their scans in a house adjacent to where the battle took place, the troops found a submachine gun hidden inside a bedroom and a UN-marked vest, humanitarian aid, and canned food inside another room.
Attached is a link to a briefing by a team commander in the Egoz Unit, LT D.: https://bit.ly/3UoUTfL
Attached is footage of the Egoz Unit’s activity in Khan Yunis: https://bit.ly/490Xscl
Attached are photos on the subject: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC9349856
IDF: Earlier today, numerous launches were identified crossing from Lebanon into northern Israel. No injuries were reported. IDF artillery struck the sources of the fire.
Following the sirens sounded in northern Israel regarding a hostile aircraft infiltration, it was determined to be a false identification.
Furthermore, IDF fighter jets struck an observation post and terrorist infrastructure used by the Hezbollah terrorist organization earlier today in the areas of Labbouneh, Jabal Blat, and Houla, in southern Lebanon.
Hezbollah’s ongoing terrorist activity and attacks against Israel violate UN Security Council Resolution 1701. The IDF will continue to defend Israel’s borders from any threat.
Attached is a video of the strike: https://bit.ly/3SsAGCX
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff on operational investigations: “Our intention is very clear – no stone will remain unturned”
Earlier today (Tuesday), the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi, participated in an operational conference of the Israeli Air Force, together with the Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, the Commanding Officer of the Southern Command, MG Yaron Finkelstein and additional IAF commanders. At the conference, the IAF’s main activities in the war and operational plans for 2024 were presented.
Attached is footage of the Chief of the General Staff’s remarks at the conference: https://bit.ly/4bogr1X
Attached are related photos: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC060222222
Attached are the full remarks of the Chief of the General Staff: “The start was very difficult. It was very hard to even imagine such a difficult start. But we persevered, albeit at a very high cost, and we regained our composure and gained the strength to launch a very high-quality and powerful offensive, and we will forcefully continue with it until we achieve all our objectives in this war.
Why have we not investigated yet? We are in a very intense war, dealing with many fronts, as I previously mentioned, with intense operations also inside the Gaza Strip itself.
An investigation takes time, an investigation requires availability, and – we all understand – difficult investigations also require emotional capacity, so it’s important to conduct them properly. This is why we waited until now.
On the other hand, our intention is very clear. To investigate, and to learn, and to get to the bottom of things, and to leave no stone unturned. We want to learn, understand what worked, understand what didn’t work, what we could have done differently, and to put it simply, to be better so that it won’t change our ability to deter and our ability to prevent.
We agreed upon five values that will guide us throughout this investigation: truth, transparency, practicality, responsibility, and, last but certainly not least, and very importantly, camaraderie.
In these very complicated investigations, I believe that if we all adhere to these five values, we can be successful. It will be a difficult journey. We will emerge on the other side strengthened and much better, and that is exactly what we need.
I see the quality of the Israeli Air Force and its centrality in all phases of combat. It is a source of pride. I see its activity, both in the planning and implementation of plans, I see the results, and I see it during visits. Battalion commanders and brigade commanders approach me and tell me: ‘The Air Force is here with us in a way that we have never seen before.'”
IDF: Attached is a link to the IDF website, where further updates on one fallen soldier have been published: https://www.idf.il/59780
Information about the ongoing war in Israel – Day 123
