IDF fighters killed more than 35 Hamas commanders: how much will this help Israel?

“This greatly affects the possibilities of their resistance. Despite their fanaticism, they surrender,” noted Babot.

So, in the north of the enclave there are militants Hamas is surrendering en masse. In addition to weapons and equipment, they provide the Israeli military with valuable information.

Why fighting in the southern Gaza Strip is problematic

As you know, on December 3, IDF fighters began fighting in the south of the enclave. They are looking for places where Israeli hostages are being held. Another of their tasks is to destroy the Hamas command.

We must hope that if Israel destroys the Hamas brigade and command in Khan “Younise, most likely, this will give rise to a domino effect,” Babot noted.

However, certain difficulties in conducting combat operations may arise when the IDF gets closer to the border with Egypt. Moreover, hospitals from different countries, in particular Turkey and Italy, are being set up there.

“Therefore, the work is not completed – the work continues,” concluded Babot.

What's happening in the Gaza Strip: latest news

• From November 24 to December 1, the truce between the IDF and Hamas continued. Thanks to the temporary ceasefire, three groups of hostages were released.
• However, an hour before the end of the truce, militants fired rockets at Israel. In response, IDF fighters resumed hostilities in the Gaza Strip.
• Meanwhile, the GUR and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs completed a multi-stage operation to rescue Ukrainians from the Gaza Strip. In general, more than 300 people were rescued.