IDF Rescues Pvt. Ori Megidish, Expands Ground Operations in Gaza, Eliminates Dozens of Terrorists and Strikes 300 Sites

Rescued soldier Pvt. Ori Megidish was held by Hamas in Gaza; expanded ground operation involves more troops and ongoing resistance, with IDF hitting a record 300 sites in a day, resulting in numerous fatalities among Hamas terrorists.

• Pvt. Ori Megidish was rescued from Hamas captivity in the Gaza Strip by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet security agency, although no further details about the rescue operation are likely to be revealed to prevent potential harm to future operations.
• An expanded ground operation by the IDF in Gaza has resulted in the elimination of dozens of armed terrorists who were barricaded in buildings, with the fighting still ongoing.
• The IDF, in a single day, reportedly struck a record 300 Hamas-associated sites including anti-tank guided missile and rocket launch positions, tunnel entrances, and Hamas military compounds.
• Several Israeli troops have entered the Gaza Strip as part of the ground operation expansion, however, the IDF has not disclosed any potential casualties on their side.
• Despite an ongoing resistance from Hamas, none of the Israeli security forces were reported hurt in the operation, which involved ground, air, and naval forces.

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