The Israel Defense Forces Have Launched An Offensive On Gaza City
- 21.08.2025, 1:02
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The surrounding area is already under the control of the Israeli military.
The Israel Defense Forces are advancing on Gaza City in the eponymous sector. The city's outskirts have already been taken under control by Israeli soldiers.
The Jerusalem Post reports The Jerusalem Post.
IDF spokesman Brigadier General Ephraim Defrin confirmed the start of the offensive. He said the number of units supporting the operation will be increased to hold the city - 60,000 summonses will be sent out to reservists this week alone, and another 20,000 by the end of August.
Defrin confirmed that the IDF is working to ensure the evacuation of civilians from Gaza, as well as humanitarian and medical aid.
The general said more than 15 Hamas militants attempted to attack an IDF post in Khan Younis this week. As a result of the attack, three soldiers were wounded, one of them in serious condition.
According to media reports, it was not until August 20 that Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz approved a plan to seize Gaza City. The operation was dubbed "Gideon's Chariot II." According to the IDF five divisions of the Israel Defense Forces, consisting of tens of thousands of soldiers, will take part in the planned military offensive against Hamas in Gaza City.