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The Israeli military has surrounded Gaza City, writes Haaretz.
Within 48 hours they will attack.
– We are at an important stage, says spokesperson Daniel Hagari.
Israeli soldiers and tanks have taken up their positions in the Gaza Strip, according to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).
At the same time, forces have been deployed at sea and in the air.
According to Israeli spokesman Daniel Hagari, the besieged coastal area has been divided into two parts.
– Today there is northern Gaza and southern Gaza, he says according to Sky News.
Israel has warned people in the area of the coming attack by dropping leaflets urging them to head south. According to Israeli media, an attack is expected within 48 hours.
“Behaves like a little Hitler”
For Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the goal is crystal clear:
“Hamas started a war against us. They made a mistake and will therefore be eliminated. Together we will win,” he writes on X.
He also singles out Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in particular:
“He behaves like a little Hitler in a bunker. His people are as interesting to him as a piece of garlic”.
Hamas’ new tactics
The Israeli operation consists of knocking out the Hamas leadership and destroying tunnels and military infrastructure, according to the IDF.
During Sunday evening, Israel has also published new information which allegedly shows that Hamas is using hospitals in Gaza for military purposes.
Among other things, it is stated that high-ranking people in the terrorist-branded group are at the Shifa hospital, where Israel recently carried out an attack on an ambulance convoy.
At the same time, Hamas is preparing for the “next phase” when Israel enters Gaza city, military analyst Sean Bell told Sky New, although they are less well equipped.
– They have used new tactics such as setting up traps, improvised explosive devices and jumping out of their tunnels, he says and continues:
– They have also said that they are not really focusing on defending the outskirts of the city. Without them preparing for the next phase, when the IDF must enter.