Defense Minister Israel Katz Praises IDF Strikes in Gaza Amid Surprise
Defense Minister Israel Katz praised IDF and Shin Bet operations against Hamas in Gaza, surprising military officials who viewed the strikes as routine.
Defense Minister Israel Katz praised the IDF and Shin Bet for eliminating Hamas operatives in the Gaza Strip, catching senior military officials by surprise.
Surprise Statements from the Defense Minister
Israel Katz issued a statement commending security forces for ongoing counterterrorism operations. "We will continue to act with force until Hamas is dismantled and Gaza is demilitarized," he stated, noting that actions would follow the U.S.-led hostage release agreement or independent military measures.
Military Response and Routine Operations
Senior defense officials noted that the overnight strike in the Daraj Tuffah neighborhood differed little from daily operations conducted over the past year. IDF reports confirmed the elimination of cell commander Abdallah Muhammad Khamis Jaber and other operatives involved in weapons manufacturing and military rehabilitation.
"The time is approaching and the IDF is prepared to carry out the mission," Israel Katz emphasized regarding the hunt for those involved in the October 7 atrocities.
