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IDF Makes Significant Progress in Dismantling Hamas' Military Capabilities, Full Destruction Expected in Another Year

Sep 11, 2024, 07:57 PM

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have made significant progress in dismantling Hamas' military capabilities. According to the IDF Southern Command’s fire control commander, Hamas no longer functions as a conventional military organization. However, the IDF estimates that it will require another year to fully destroy Hamas' military and governance capabilities. Information captured by the IDF and released by Israel supports the assertion that Hamas' military capabilities have been severely degraded. Continued military action or policy options are necessary to sustain this degradation. The dismantling process includes efforts 'tunnel by tunnel' and 'rocket by rocket'.