Israeli forces launched a controversial military operation in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, involving soldiers disguised as women, which ultimately failed to achieve its objectives, according to multiple media reports.
Operation Details:
– A special forces unit dressed in women’s clothing attempted to infiltrate west of Salah al-Din Street in northern Khan Younis
– Primary objectives were reportedly:
Freeing Israeli prisoners held in the area
Capturing a Hamas military commander for interrogation
– The mission failed, with no prisoners rescued or commander captured
Aftermath & Reactions:
– Israeli Army Radio criticized the operation, stating: “There was no need to risk special forces when aerial strikes could have achieved the same objective.”
– Yedioth Ahronoth confirmed the operation’s failure to secure intelligence on captive Israelis
– During the operation, Israeli forces:
Killed at least one Palestinian civilian
Abducted the victim’s wife and children
Escalating Attacks on Khan Younis:
– 40 airstrikes hit the area within hours
– A refugee shelter near Nasser Hospital was bombed
– Initial reports indicate significant civilian casualties
Conflicting Reports:
– Al-Mayadeen confirmed the operation’s failure but couldn’t verify Hamas commander capture
– Al-Hadath suggested the operation targeted both prisoner rescue and Hamas commander abduction, with unclear results