Israeli Forces Seize Hamas Stronghold in Gaza Strip... Strike 450 Locations

The Israeli military, intensifying its ground offensive in the Gaza Strip to eradicate Hamas, is reported to have taken control of one of Hamas's strongholds.

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On the 6th (local time), the Israeli military stated in a press release that it had seized a Hamas stronghold that included observation posts, training grounds, and underground tunnels, killing numerous Hamas operatives in the process.

In another battle, the Israeli military eliminated several Hamas field commanders. The Israeli Air Force reportedly struck 450 Hamas targets over the past 24 hours, including underground tunnels, military bases, observation posts, and anti-tank missile launch sites, and killed Jamal Musa, the commander of Hamas's special operations unit.

Earlier, the Israeli military announced that it had completely encircled Gaza City and divided the Gaza Strip into northern and southern parts.

Local media reported that the Israeli military is expected to enter Gaza City within 48 hours and begin full-scale urban warfare.

The Israeli military also announced that it has opened civilian evacuation routes ahead of the full-scale urban combat.

Meanwhile, the Gaza Strip Ministry of Health, governed by Hamas, reported that over 200 people were killed overnight due to Israeli airstrikes.

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