The 444th day of the Iron Swords war.Photo: IDF press service.
On the 444th day of the Iron Swords war, the Israeli army continues to conduct active hostilities against terrorist groups in the Gaza Strip, Judea and Samaria, southern Lebanon and Syria. The operations began on 7 October 2023 and covered a large part of the region. The Israeli Armed Forces are in control of the southern regions of Lebanon and the buffer zone in Syria, Time Ukraine Israel portal reports, citing Newsru.co.il.
Chronology of events
00:00-06:00
- Gaza: The IDF carried out strikes on targets in the areas of Nusairat, Al-Shaaf, Khan Younis and Jabalia. According to local sources, there are dead and wounded. In the night strikes in the west of Khan Younis, 11 people were killed.
- Judea and Samaria: Israeli forces conducted operations in al-Fawar, al-Junin and Qalqilia. Suspects were detained and weapons were seized.
07:00-12:00
- Gaza: Active fighting continued in the vicinity of Kamal Aduan hospital in Beit Lahiya. Helicopters and quadcopters attacked targets in Nusairat, Rafah and Abasan al-Kabir.
- Judea and Samaria: Three Palestinian Arabs were injured during clashes in Qalandiya. IDF forces operate in Shuyuh al-Arrub and Kafr Qalil, destroying a workshop in al-Jalam.
13:00-15:00
- Jerusalem: A security guard was seriously wounded by a knife attacker on Sayeret Duhifat Street.
- Gaza and Lebanon: Targets in Shujaya, Khan Younis and Al-Bustan were struck. Lebanese sources reported the destruction of houses in Al-Bustan and Al-Zalutiyah.
14:00-15:00
- The IDF shot down a drone travelling from Yemen before it entered Israeli airspace.
Operations in Syria
According to the SOHR, Israeli aircraft struck targets in Damascus, Quneitra and Daraa. Iranian and pro-Iranian groups confirm significant losses.
Israel is continuing the active phase of the operation, combining military strikes with ground special operations. The IDF demonstrates the ability to operate simultaneously on several fronts, which requires high coordination and efficiency.
