What happened
In an intelligence-based operation, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have successfully targeted and neutralized the last of Hamas’s strongholds in the Tel Al-Sultan area of Rafah. Over the past few days, approximately 100 terrorists have been killed, and essential terrorist infrastructure, including weapons caches and rocket launchers, has been dismantled.
Why it matters
This operation marks a significant victory in weakening Hamas’s operational capabilities in Gaza. By discovering and destroying a substantial weapons stockpile and uncovering extensive tunnel networks, the IDF has made significant strides in ensuring the safety and security of Israeli civilians.
Discovery and Destruction
Israeli troops, particularly from the 162nd Division, have conducted meticulous operations against the heavily armed terrorists of the Tel Al-Sultan Battalion. The discovered weapons included sniper rifles, grenades, anti-tank missiles, and other ammunition. Additionally, several tunnel shafts integral to Hamas’s underground activities have been mapped and destroyed.
Defeat of Hamas in Rafah
The IDF’s latest achievements signal the effective neutralization of Hamas’s Rafah Brigade, a key component of its fighting force. By weakening the Tel Al-Sultan battalion, Israel has taken a pivotal step towards securing long-term stability and curbing terrorist threats.
This story was first published on jpost.com.