Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 04:20am on 30 Oct 2023,Monday International
Amid the raging conflict in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the southern sector Navy base in Ashdod to commend naval commandos and fighters for their exceptional bravery. He praised their efforts in defending Israel's coast, clearing out communities near Gaza, and targeting terrorist infrastructure. Netanyahu acknowledged their vital role in thwarting multiple sea infiltrations. Meanwhile, the Gaza Health Ministry reported a tragic toll among Palestinians, surpassing 8,000, predominantly women and children, highlighting the gravity of the situation. The conflict, sparked by Hamas' October 7 incursion, has led to a devastating loss of life on both sides, with over 1,400 Israeli casualties, a figure unprecedented in recent history. [photo courtesy: Kobi Gideon (GPO)]
