Breaking News: Defense Minister Yoav Galant Praises IDF and Shin Bet for Their Role in Gaza Operation
In a recent situation assessment in the southern area of the General Security Service, Defense Minister Yoav Galant commended the work of the IDF soldiers and the Shin Bet in gathering intelligence information in Gaza. He highlighted the crucial role of the Shin Bet in providing valuable information that guides the IDF forces in their operations to eliminate terrorists and their infrastructure.
During his visit to Division 162 and the General Security Service, Minister Galant emphasized the importance of the cooperation between the IDF and the Shin Bet, stating, “the action of the Shin Bet in the investigation of terrorists caught in the field by the forces, alongside the work of the Shin Bet coordinators inside the Gaza Strip with the maneuvering forces, is a crucial element that becomes the eyes through which the forces know where to go.”
He also stressed the dual purpose of the ground operation in Gaza, stating, “Every fighter who maneuvers in the field understands that through his maneuvering two important goals are achieved – first to fight and defeat Hamas, to harm the terrorists, those who sent them, their senior commanders and their infrastructures. They also understand very well that in their action they bring about the return of the abductees sooner.”
Minister Galant reiterated that the top priority of the operation is to return the abductees to their homes, emphasizing the human aspect of the conflict and the impact it has on families. He stated, “It stands before my eyes – the pictures of the children, the pictures of the families are always at the top of the list of priorities.”
The Defense Minister’s comments come amidst the ongoing ground operation in Gaza, as the IDF continues its efforts to combat Hamas and secure the safe return of the abductees. His praise for the work of the IDF and the Shin Bet highlights the critical role of intelligence in guiding military operations in the region.
The situation in Gaza continues to evolve, and the cooperation between the IDF and the Shin Bet remains a vital aspect of the efforts to combat terrorism and ensure the safety and security of all individuals in the region. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.