The IDF on Sunday afternoon announced the launch of Operation Gideon’s Chariots in the Gaza Strip. “Over the past 24 hours, IDF forces under the Southern Command, both regular and reserve, have begun a broad ground operation throughout the northern and southern Gaza Strip, as part of the launch of Operation Gideon’s Chariots,” the statement said. “Over the past week, the Air Force began an opening strike during which it attacked over 670 Hamas terror targets throughout the Strip to disrupt enemy deployment and assist the ground operation, including weapons depots, terrorists, underground infrastructure, and anti-tank launch positions.” “The Air Force continues to provide continuous assistance to forces operating throughout the Gaza Strip.” “So far, the forces have eliminated dozens of terrorists, destroyed terrorist infrastructure above and below ground, and are now seizing dominant areas in the Gaza Strip.” “The IDF will continue to operate against terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip as needed to protect the citizens of the State of Israel.” (YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)