Gaza Strip
The IDF has operational control of approximately 65% of the Gaza Strip.
The slain man was named as Sgt. Asaf Zamir, 19, from Dimona.
“We are systematically and thoroughly dismantling the terrorist infrastructure, while maintaining a firm and stable hold on the ground.”
The slain man was identified as Sgt. Yair Eliyahou from Ezer, near Ashdod.
Alexander shared his experience with the U.S. president and “asked him to continue doing everything in his power” to free those still in Hamas captivity.
The foundation said that it is taking legal action against the “Associated Press” over the report, which it said cited a former, disgruntled employee.
U.S. officials reaffirm commitment to securing release of hostages held by Hamas, calling this a “critical window of opportunity.”
“There is no other army like this in the world,” said Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz during a tour of the southern Gaza city.
The decision means civilians are free to enter the area for the first time since the Hamas terror group started the war on Oct. 7, 2023.
“We will eliminate Hamas down to its very foundations,” the Israeli prime minister stated. “It’s over.”
The slain soldier was named as Sgt. Yaniv Michalovitch, 19, from Rehovot.
