Operation Protective Edge Earlier Thursday morning (July 17), IDF forces thwarted an attack by Hamas terrorists attempting to infiltrate Israel through a terror tunnel.
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This morning, IDF forces identified approximately 13 terrorists attempting to infiltrate Israel through a terror tunnel constructed by Hamas. The tunnel led underground from the southern Gaza Strip towards the southern Israeli community of Sufa. IDF forces thwarted an impending terror attack, preventing the terrorists from attacking an Israeli kibbutz. The foiled attack could have had deadly and devastating consequences if carried out. No injuries were reported to IDF soldiers.
Terror tunnels are just one example of Hamas’ constant attempts to violate Israel’s sovereignty and security, by carrying out lethal attacks against Israeli civilians. As the IDF demonstrated in recent days, Hamas will not be able to launch strikes against Israel without consequences.
The IDF will continue to combat Hamas’ efforts to terrorize Israeli civilians.
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IDF Will Today Hold Fire for Humanitarian Window
As a result of open dialogue between the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) and representatives of the United Nations, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will facilitate a humanitarian window tomorrow, Thursday, July 17. Between10:00 and15:00 IDT, the IDF will cease operational activity within the Gaza Strip and hold its fire.
This humanitarian window is meant to allow the civilian population of the Gaza Strip to engage in resupply for their humanitarian needs. The residents of Beit Lahyia, Shuja’iya and Zeitoun are not to return to their homes after 15:00 IDT.
Should the humanitarian window be exploited by Hamas or other terror organizations for the purpose of launching attacks against Israeli civilian or military targets the IDF will respond firmly and decisively.
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