Netanyahu Greenlights IDF Strike on Hamas Stronghold in Rafah
Israel’s Decisive Strike: Netanyahu Approves Operation in Hamas’ Rafah Stronghold
As Israel solidifies its strategy to dismantle Hamas’ control over Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has given the green light for the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to advance into Rafah. It’s in this final bastion of Hamas’ influence that the fate of Israeli hostages, believed to be held by Gaza, hangs in the balance.
#BREAKING: Prime Minister Netanyahu has sanctioned a decisive military strike in Rafah. IDF gears up for the imminent operation and prepares for the orderly evacuation of residents from the area.
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The Resolve for ‘Total Victory’ Over Hamas
In a bold op-ed for The Wall Street Journal, Ophir Falk, an advisor to Netanyahu, clarifies Israel’s unwavering commitment despite global pushback. “The international community’s pressure will not deter us from our mission to obliterate Hamas, liberate the hostages, and secure a peaceful future for Israel,” Falk explains.
Falk highlights the Israeli military’s strategic and humanitarian diligence, noting West Point’s John Spencer’s praise of the IDF’s efforts to limit civilian casualties as “unprecedented” and a new “gold standard” for combat operations.
With 18 of Hamas’ 24 battalions dismantled, over 21,500 adversaries neutralized, and critical terror infrastructure destroyed, Israel’s determination mirrors that of the United States’ resolve in Mosul, albeit with faster and more decisive outcomes. Moreover, Falk emphasizes the remarkably low combatant-to-civilian casualty ratio, a figure that starkly contrasts with the global urban warfare average.
The Struggle for Rafah: A Prerequisite for Peace
“The liberation of Rafah is non-negotiable,” Falk asserts. “Yielding to external pressures to abort IDF’s mission not only impedes Hamas’ downfall but also prolongs the suffering of both Israeli and Gazan civilians under its tyrannical grip.”
The significance of Rafah’s offensive is further echoed by U.S. General David Petraeus, who infamously commanded the American surge in Iraq. Petraeus underscores the critical nature of this operation: “It’s pivotal to keep the momentum until Hamas is completely vanquished.“
Evoking the relentless spirit that characterized the Allies’ advance in World War II, Falk maintains that suspending operations now would only embolden the enemy. Netanyahu’s recent address to IDF cadets reiterates this sentiment, drawing an analogy between historical triumphs and the current battle to thwart future acts of terrorism.
In his concluding remarks, Falk paints a vivid picture of the stakes at hand: “Achieving total victory is not merely an option, but a necessity. Israel stands on the cusp of a pivotal win—not just for itself, but for the stability of the world at large.“
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