Defense Minister Orders IDF to Boost Gaza Readiness Ahead of October 7 Anniversary
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- IDF readiness in Gaza increased ahead of October 7 anniversary.
- Intelligence suggests Hamas plans attacks on Israeli forces.
- Defense Minister Katz warns of severe consequences for Hamas.
- Ongoing IDF operations in Gaza continue.
- Katz stresses utmost severity in handling threats.
Defense Minister Israel Katz instructed the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Tuesday to increase readiness and preparedness for any potential scenario in the Gaza Strip. The directive comes ahead of the anniversary of the October 7 massacre, with intelligence indicating Hamas intends to launch attacks against forces on that day. Katz emphasized the need to be prepared for all eventualities and to deal with any warnings or information with utmost severity to thwart threats, in addition to ongoing IDF operations in Gaza. He warned that if Israeli forces suffer any harm, Hamas and the residents of Gaza will pay a price far exceeding any previous level.
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