With Netanyahu in the United States to discuss the war against Hamas with Congressional leaders and President Trump as well, the situation in the Middle East is almost ready to explode. Iran’s Hezbollah forces in Lebanon continue their attacks with missiles as their Houthi factions attacks Israeli assets everywhere. It is only a matter of time before the war expands.
The IDF reported that the recent operation in the Tulkarm area is part of over 50 counterterrorism operations since the beginning of the war. This joint effort by the IDF, Shin Bet, and Israel Border Police aimed to dismantle terrorist activities in the region. During the operation, soldiers encountered numerous terrorists, including one disguised as a paramedic, who was armed. The soldiers also dismantled explosives planted under roads.
The IDF eliminates Ashraf Nafa, the head of Hamas’ military wing in Tulkarm, West Bank, in a UAV strike. In addition to Nafa, the strike also eliminated Muhammad Abu Abdu, commander of Fatah’s Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigades. At least 3 other terrorists were also killed. Via… pic.twitter.com/5UvPAdWgFt
— Eretz Yisrael 24 (@EretzYisrael24) July 23, 2024
The IDF estimated that eight terrorists were killed, including a senior Hamas member in the West Bank. Among those eliminated was Ashraf Nafa, commander of the Izzadin al-Qassam brigades in Tulkarm, responsible for manufacturing and embedding explosives and recruiting for Hamas. Another terrorist, Muhammad Awad, involved in shooting attacks against IDF soldiers and fundraising for terrorism, was also killed.
Israel eliminates top Hamas commander in Lebanon. pic.twitter.com/tu2weoU5MX
— 🔱Atalaia95 👀👀 (@Atalaia950) July 20, 2024
The operation was coordinated under the Menashe Brigade and included soldiers from the Duvdevan commando unit and the Kfir Brigade, operating based on intelligence from the Defense Ministry and Shin Bet. At least three senior commanders of terrorist organizations were eliminated, with a trend of Hamas and Fatah joining forces in the area. Clashes also broke out between the IDF and terrorists around Hebron and Nablus, with additional casualties reported.
Key Points:
- IDF conducted over 50 counterterrorism operations since the war began.
- Recent operation in Tulkarm killed eight terrorists, including senior Hamas members.
- Soldiers dismantled explosives and encountered armed terrorists.
- Operation included elite units and was based on intelligence.
- Clashes reported in Hebron and Nablus, with additional casualties.
Charles William III – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
