Israeli Army Raids Hamas Training Facility in Gaza, Uncovers Plans for October 7 Attack
Jerusalem: In a recent operation, the Israeli army revealed that it had conducted a raid on a Hamas training facility in Gaza, where operatives were preparing for an attack on Israel scheduled for October 7. The facility, located in the southern city of Khan Yunis, reportedly contained models of Israeli military bases, armored vehicles, and entry points to kibbutzim.
During the raid, Israeli forces also targeted the office of Mohammad Sinwar, a senior commander within Hamas’ armed wing, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades. Sinwar, who is also the brother of Yahya Sinwar, the head of Hamas in Gaza and believed to be the mastermind behind the October 7 attack, was apprehended by the Israeli army.
Encountering resistance from Hamas operatives within the Al-Qadisiya compound, the Israeli forces employed sniper fire, tank shelling, and air strikes to neutralize the threat. According to the army’s statement, the operation resulted in the elimination of the operatives.
Hamas’ audacious attack on Israel had devastating consequences, with approximately 1,160 people in Israel losing their lives, mostly civilians, according to official figures. Furthermore, around 250 individuals were taken hostage during the attack, with 132 still being held in Gaza, including an estimated 27 who have been killed.
In response to the attack and the subsequent hostage situation, Israel launched a large-scale military offensive with the intention of eliminating Hamas. The offensive has resulted in the deaths of at least 27,365 people in Gaza, predominantly women and children, according to the health ministry of the Hamas-ruled territory.
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