Defense Minister Benny Gantz visits the IDF’s Gaza Division, following an unspecified “engineering operation” along the border.
“I can assure the residents of the area that we are doing everything to ensure a quiet and safe life,” Gantz says in a video statement. “Sleep quietly and the IDF soldiers and security forces will continue their operations to defend you.”
Gantz, who was accompanied by IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi, met with senior commanders and toured the barrier being built along the border, according to his office.
On Monday, the Israel Defense Forces restricted access to the border with southern Gaza due to the “engineering operation,” which it refused to elaborate on.
The military stressed there was no danger to Israeli communities near the border and later eased the security measures it put in place.
— Alex Fulbright
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