Resistance Takes a Toll
Resistance in the Gaza Strip has caused significant harm to the Israeli occupation. In the past 24 hours, 24 officers and soldiers have been killed, with 21 of them losing their lives in a resistance operation in the Maghazi camp. This operation is considered the most severe since the ground invasion began on October 27.
Israeli Officials Express Sadness
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and War Council member Benny Gantz released a joint statement expressing their sorrow for the fallen soldiers. They acknowledged the sacrifice made by these individuals and vowed to continue striving for victory.
Statements from Israeli Officials
Various political and military officials also spoke about the difficulty of the ongoing battles in the Gaza Strip. Here are some of their statements:
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu:
"Yesterday was one of the toughest days since the outbreak of war. We are conducting an investigation into the tragedy. We will do everything in our power to protect our soldiers and will not cease fighting until we achieve absolute victory."
President Isaac Herzog:
"It is a difficult morning as we add more names of our soldiers to the list of the deceased."
War Council member Benny Gantz:
"This is a difficult morning for the entire people of Israel, with the catastrophic loss of 21 soldiers. We must unite and remember the heavy price we pay for this just war."
Defense Minister Yoav Galant:
"This morning is filled with pain, and our hearts go out to the families of the victims during these difficult times. This war will shape Israel's future for decades, and our soldiers are willing to sacrifice their lives to achieve our goals."
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich:
"This is tragic news, and we promise that the loss of our children in Gaza will not be in vain."
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir:
"This is a difficult and painful morning, and our hearts are broken."
Education Minister Yoav Kisch:
"I feel immense pain and struggle to find words to express the deep sadness I feel upon hearing the devastating news from yesterday."
Energy Minister Eli Cohen:
"This is a very difficult morning, and the loss of 21 soldiers in the Gaza Strip is an incredibly heavy price to pay."
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana:
"Today is an extremely difficult morning as the people of Israel wake up to heartbreaking news. Each of our fallen soldiers in Gaza had a world full of families, hopes, and dreams that were tragically cut short."
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid:
"This morning is unbearable as we receive the bitter news of the 21 soldiers killed in Gaza."
