Netanyahu Declares Battle for Rafah Critical in War Against Hamas

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has emphasized the critical importance of the battle for Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip for Israel, which has been engaged in a war against Hamas for over seven months.

"The battle that began on May 7 is crucial for determining many aspects of this campaign," Netanyahu said in an address to soldiers stationed in the Rafah area. He mentioned that the battle targets not only the remaining Hamas battalions but also their escape and supply routes.

...