IDF Chief of Staff: Hamas is losing control

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said today (Sunday) that Hamas is losing control of the Gaza Strip, and that the IDF is continuing to advance and establish facts on the ground in the Gaza Strip.

Here is the full statement:

"We are in the midst of a powerful and relentless operation – thanks to you, Hamas is losing control. We eliminated the mass murderer Mohammed Sinwar, and to all the other murderers of October 7th we are sending a clear message – your day will come.

"The IDF continues to hold and clear wide areas of terrorists and terrorist infrastructure.

"The effort is ongoing on all arenas, according to a structured plan and at an adjusted pace – until all of  the operation’s objectives are achieved: the return of all our hostages and the elimination of Hamas’ governing capabilities and military wing.

"We are striking to protect Israeli civilians – the mission is defense, the method is offense.

"I wish a quiet and safe Shavuot holiday to you, the soldiers, to your families, and to the Israeli civilians. Special appreciation to the reserve troops and their families, who are operating under great pressure.

"To the members of the communities along the borders and contact lines, who have demonstrated since October 7th a spirit of heroism and perseverance — once again, you have proven:"Where the plow passes — there the border will be drawn."