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Israel's Armored Assault Levels Gaza Ahead of Ceasefire

12/31/2025

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In the lead-up to the October 10 ceasefire, Israel extensively used M113 Armoured Personnel Carriers filled with 1 to 3 tonnes of explosives in Gaza City.
Drone and satellite imagery confirmed this tactic destroyed about 650 buildings, particularly in Tel-al-Hawa and Sabra.
Residents reported little to no evacuation warnings before demolitions.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israel) defended the APCs, saying they targeted alleged Hamas booby traps, a claim Hamas contested.

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In the lead-up to the October 10 ceasefire, Israel extensively used M113 Armoured Personnel Carriers filled with 1 to 3 tonnes of explosives in Gaza City.
Drone and satellite imagery confirmed this tactic destroyed about 650 buildings, particularly in Tel-al-Hawa and Sabra.
Residents reported little to no evacuation warnings before demolitions.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israel) defended the APCs, saying they targeted alleged Hamas booby traps, a claim Hamas contested.