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IDF Observers Warn of Hamas Threats Near Gaza Border Amid Fire Authorization Delays

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First reported by Maariv · 7 hours ago

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IDF female observers near Gaza warn that Hamas militants are approaching the border daily, but delays in fire authorization hinder Israeli military responses, raising concerns about soldier safety. They compare the situation to the day before the October 7 attacks. Prime Minister Netanyahu insists policy remains unchanged, but observers stress the urgent need for quicker action.

01IDF observers report daily Hamas militant sightings near Gaza's yellow line without fire authorization.
02Authorization delays come from high-level military command, complicating rapid response.
03Observers liken current Hamas probing to tactics before the October 7 attacks.
04A recent incident involved an armed suspect near the fence, but no action was authorized.
05Observers warn that current policies endanger soldiers operating close to militants.
06Prime Minister Netanyahu states Israel will continue preventing threats despite observers' concerns.

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