The IDF and Shin Bet say the military launched a new offensive against Hamas in the Al-Amal neighborhood of southern Gaza’s Khan Younis overnight.
The raid, led by the 98th Division, is aimed at “continuing dismantling the terror infrastructure and eliminating terrorists in the area,” the IDF says.
As the operation began, Israeli fighter jets carried out strikes against some 40 Hamas targets in the area, including buildings used by the terror group, tunnels, and additional infrastructure, according to the IDF.
The IDF says the division’s Commando Brigade, Givati Infantry Brigade, and 7th Armored Brigade then encircled Al-Amal, where they are currently battling Hamas gunmen.
The IDF previously operated in the al-Amal area last month.
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