Qassam Brigades Claim Attacks on Israeli Forces in Southern Gaza
Two Israeli Tanks, Bulldozer Destroyed
Gaza: The armed wing of Hamas, the Qassam Brigades, has claimed responsibility for multiple attacks on Israeli forces operating in the southern Gaza Strip.
In a statement released on Telegram, the Qassam Brigades said they destroyed two Israeli tanks and a military bulldozer. The attack reportedly took place in the al-Faraheen area, east of Khan Younis, near the separation fence.
According to the group, the strike was carried out using Al-Yassin 105 missiles, an anti-tank weapon developed by Hamas. The statement did not specify the time of the attack but claimed it inflicted heavy damage on the Israeli armored units.
Attack on Infantry Engineering Unit
In a separate assault, Qassam fighters said they targeted an Israeli infantry engineering force. They used an antipersonnel missile and machinegun fire in the operation. The location of the attack was not disclosed in detail.
The group claimed that the strike led to an unspecified number of Israeli casualties, including both deaths and injuries. No independent verification of the claim was immediately available.
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No Israeli Response Yet
The Israeli military has not yet commented on the Qassam Brigades’ statements. In previous operations, the army has often delayed public confirmation of battlefield losses.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) continues its ground campaign in Gaza, with major activity reported around Khan Younis and Rafah in recent days. These operations have led to increased clashes with Palestinian resistance groups.
Surge in Resistance Attacks
The latest statement from the Qassam Brigades follows a series of recent reports in which the group claimed to have inflicted damage on Israeli units using homemade and smuggled weaponry. Al-Yassin 105 missiles have been highlighted by Hamas as a locally produced tool of resistance against Israeli tanks and armor.
The Qassam Brigades’ use of anti-tank and antipersonnel weapons marks a continued shift toward guerrilla-style tactics, relying on ambushes and close-range engagements in urban and agricultural areas.
Al-Faraheen, the area where the tank attack occurred, lies close to the eastern separation fence with Israel. It has been a frequent flashpoint in past wars due to its proximity to both Israeli military installations and Hamas strongholds.
The renewed focus on this zone suggests resistance groups may be attempting to slow Israeli advances by targeting engineering units and armor responsible for clearing ground routes.
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