In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have been responding to attacks by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists. The IDF spokesperson highlighted that Israel has targeted over 12,000 terrorists in combat or precision strikes since the conflict began.
The spokesperson emphasized that while the primary target is terrorists, it is a tragic reality that civilians are also affected by the violence. The IDF expressed regret over civilian casualties and stressed that Israel did not initiate the war but was forced to respond to Hamas' aggression.
The IDF spokesperson criticized the credibility of information provided by the Hamas Ministry of Health, likening it to ministries associated with terrorist organizations like ISIS and Al-Qaeda. The spokesperson called for Hamas to release the Israelis held captive and to surrender unconditionally to bring an end to the conflict.
The IDF reiterated that the ultimate goal is to ensure the safety and security of all individuals in the region, emphasizing the need for Hamas to be removed from power. The spokesperson highlighted that if Hamas were to comply with surrender and release the captives, the conflict could come to a swift conclusion.
