Israeli forces successfully repelled a Hamas invasion at Kibbutz, a small community in southern Israel, on Tuesday morning. This incident involved over 100 militants breaching the country’s borders through 11 separate breaches along the Gaza Strip’s perimeter fence, marking one of the largest incursions in recent years.
Key Events
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Initial Breach:
- Multiple gunfights erupted between Israeli defenders and Hamas militants as they attempted to penetrate into Israel.
- The main forces defending the kibbutz included members of the 934 Nahal Battalion and a local volunteer security team.
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Timeline of Events:
- 6:46 a.m.: A female lookout spotted approximately 20 Gazan invaders near Kfar Aza, prompting a rapid response from Israeli forces, including vehicles and a tank.
- 7:00 a.m. & 7:30 a.m.: Two significant gunfights occurred, resulting in multiple Hamas fighters being killed. Notably, seven Hamas fighters were killed by Israeli snipers positioned behind sand dunes near Kfar Aza.
- 8:30 a.m. to Midnight: A near-complete pause in fighting was observed.
- Midnight: Fighting resumed as dozens of Gazans invaded Israel through two different locations, advancing towards Kfar Aza.
Response from Israeli Defense Forces (IDF)
- In response to the renewed invasion, IDF helicopters targeted Hamas forces attempting to breach the border. While the exact number of casualties remains unclear, reports suggest that several dozen militants may have died during this incident.
Escalation of the Situation
- Shortly after midnight, volunteers suspected that two terrorists had infiltrated a house in Kfar Aza. The terrorists attempted to attack residents who were sheltering safely behind closed doors.
- During the attempted breach, the terrorists caused significant damage by blowing up part of the door, injuring the father of the children inside. Fortunately, local volunteers arrived quickly, preventing further harm.
This incident highlights the ongoing tensions and security challenges faced by communities near the Gaza border.
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