PALESTINE

Wed 20 Aug 2025 8:37 pm - Jerusalem Time

Netanyahu's office: An order to expedite control over areas where Hamas is located in Gaza City.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued directives to shorten timelines for controlling the recent strongholds of Hamas in the besieged Gaza Strip, as part of his efforts to achieve a military resolution against the movement. These directives come at a sensitive time as the Israeli army continues its military operations in the area.

Netanyahu expressed his great appreciation for the reserve soldiers who have been called up and their families, praising their efforts in supporting military operations. He emphasized the importance of their role in achieving the specified military objectives.

The spokesperson for the Israeli army announced the start of the first phase of the military operation aimed at occupying Gaza, noting that the second phase of Operation "Gideon's Chariots" has begun under orders from the political level. These operations come in the context of the ongoing military escalation in the region.

In a related context, the Hebrew broadcasting authority reported that fighters in the Givati Brigade urged their leaders not to enter the Gaza Strip during daylight hours and in unprotected vehicles, reflecting the increasing fears among soldiers of potential dangers during military operations.

The Israeli army claimed that it has achieved operational control over about 75% of the Gaza Strip since the resumption of aggression, indicating a significant escalation in military operations against Hamas.

The humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip continues to deteriorate due to the ongoing aggression, as the population suffers from severe shortages of essential supplies and health services, exacerbating their suffering under the current conditions.

Tags

Share your opinion

Netanyahu's office: An order to expedite control over areas where Hamas is located in Gaza City.

Newsletter

Be the first to know the most important breaking news as it happens.

Stay up to date with the latest news. Subscribe to our breaking news service delivered to your inbox daily.

By subscribing, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.