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The Israeli army has declared the destruction of the command structure of Hamas in the northern part of the Gaza Strip.
According to army spokesman Daniel Hagari, this has led to Palestinian militants operating in the area only sporadically and “without commanders.”
Since the commencement of hostilities, a series of operations by the Israeli military has resulted in the elimination of several Hamas commanders, the destruction of weapons and ammunition caches, and the discovery and destruction of underground tunnels.
Notably, in the Jabalia refugee camp alone, the Israeli army uncovered eight kilometres of tunnels with 40 entrances.
Spokesman Daniel Hagari emphasized that the military is now intensifying efforts to defeat Hamas in the southern and central parts of the Strip.
The complex network of tunnels, a key element of Hamas’s strategy, has been a focal point for the Israeli military.
Destroying these tunnels disrupts the group’s logistical capabilities and limits its ability to carry out attacks and move personnel discreetly.
Hagari acknowledged that the process of dismantling Hamas’s presence takes time, and the military expects the fighting to persist throughout the year.
The Israeli government remains resolute in its commitment to securing what Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu referred to as a “complete victory” against Hamas.
The Hamas-run Ministry of Health claims that the conflict has resulted in the deaths of more than 22,000 people since its inception.
The territory, home to over 2 million people, has witnessed widespread devastation, displacing a significant portion of its population.
The humanitarian impact of the conflict remains a matter of deep concern, with international bodies calling for a cessation of hostilities to address the escalating humanitarian crisis.
Prime Minister Netanyahu, in a recent statement, reiterated Israel’s determination to continue its campaign until Hamas is eliminated, hostages are returned, and Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel.
The declaration underscores the Israeli government’s uncompromising stance on national security and its commitment to ensuring the safety of its citizens.
As the conflict continues to unfold, the international community closely watches the developments in the region, with calls for diplomatic efforts to bring about a lasting and peaceful resolution.
The complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict make any resolution a challenging endeavour, necessitating a concerted and multilateral approach to address the root causes and build sustainable peace in the region.
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