Herzi Halevi
“We found him, we will also find the next ones in line,” said the IDF chief of staff, referring to Mohammed Deif, the head of Hamas’s armed wing.
The common denominator in the ongoing IDF operations throughout the Gaza Strip is “determination,” the army chief told troops.
The Israeli military denied a New York Times report that its leadership is pressing for a ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza.
“We are achieving readiness on land and in the air, strengthening our intelligence systems and preparing for every scenario,” said the Israeli defense minister.
Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi participated in the meeting alongside senior military figures from Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Egypt.
Two Israelis were lightly wounded in the Upper Galilee when a Hezbollah anti-tank missile fired from Lebanon scored a direct hit on their vehicle.
Diplomatic efforts to thwart Chief Prosecutor Karim Ahmad Khan’s move have reportedly failed.
“I call on the U.S. administration to withdraw its intention to impose sanctions on the Netzach Yehuda battalion,” the Israeli defense minister said.
“We are looking ahead. We are considering our steps,” said IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzl Halevi.
“Close cooperation between the armies throughout the war resulted in the creation of a strong defense coalition that proved itself last night.”
As Israel’s government wavers, dwindling international support leaves leaders needing to decisively pursue victory.
Addressing Israeli commanders in Gaza’s Khan Yunis, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi called the hostages’ return “a top priority.”
