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<p>The Israel Defense Forces have released a helmet-cam video capturing a hostage rescue mission undertaken on October 7 amidst a Hamas terror attack.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The Flotilla 13 elite unit was deployed to the area surrounding the Gaza security fence in a joint effort to regain control of the Sufa military post on October 7th.<br />
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The soldiers rescued around 250 hostages alive.<br />
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60+ Hamas terrorists were neutralized and 26 were… <a href="https://t.co/DWdHKZgdLw">pic.twitter.com/DWdHKZgdLw</a></p>
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<p>The operation took place near the Gaza security fence and featured the elite Shayetet (Flotilla) 13 unit.</p>

<h2><strong>250 hostages rescued</strong></h2>

<p>Reports indicate that the Shayetet 13 commandos rescued 250 hostages while "neutralising" 60 Hamas terrorists and apprehending 26 more. The released video footage offers a glimpse into this high-stakes operation.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Palestine War | IDF fight extends to three fronts: Gaza, Lebanon and Syria</strong></p>

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<p>The soldiers are seen armed with what appears to be American M-4 carbines equipped with suppressors. Notably, at the 26-second mark, one team member is spotted with what seems to be a LAWS anti-armour rocket launcher.</p>

<p>At the 30-second mark, a team member can be observed evacuating a captured Hamas operative from the scene. The hostage rescue operation, to the extent visible, commences around the 50-second mark.</p>

<h2><strong>About Shayetet 13</strong></h2>

<p>Shayetet 13, an elite unit within the Israeli Navy, is renowned for its diverse capabilities, just like US Navy SEAL teams. Their assignments encompass a spectrum of duties, including sea-to-land assaults, counter-terrorism activities, intelligence gathering, and hostage rescues.</p>

<p>Notably, prior to this conflict, the Shayetet 13 commandos gained international attention for their audacious attacks on Iranian cargo ships during the 2019-2021 Persian Gulf tensions.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-security-officials-were-nervous-the-night-before-hamas-attack-held-talks-report-646123"><strong>Also read: Israeli security officials were nervous the night before Hamas’ attack, held talks: Report</strong></a></p>

<p>These daring operations involved attaching limpet mines to the hulls of the ships, causing significant damage. In 2021, the unit was believed to be involved in the damaging of the MV Savis, an Iranian intelligence vessel.&nbsp;</p>

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The Israel Defense Forces have released a helmet-cam video capturing a hostage rescue mission undertaken on October 7 amidst a Hamas terror attack. The Flotilla 13 elite unit was deployed to the area surrounding the Gaza security fence in a joint effort to regain control of the Sufa military post on October 7th.

The Israel Defense Forces have released a helmet-cam video capturing a hostage rescue mission undertaken on October 7 amidst a Hamas terror attack. The Flotilla 13 elite unit was deployed to the area surrounding the Gaza security fence in a joint effort to regain control of the Sufa military post on October 7th. The soldiers rescued around 250 hostages alive. 60+ Hamas terrorists were neutralized and 26 were… pic.twitter.com/DWdHKZgdLw — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) October 12, 2023 × The operation took place near the Gaza security fence and featured the elite Shayetet (Flotilla) 13 unit. 250 hostages rescued Reports indicate that the Shayetet 13 commandos rescued 250 hostages while "neutralising" 60 Hamas terrorists and apprehending 26 more. The released video footage offers a glimpse into this high-stakes operation. Watch: Israel-Palestine War | IDF fight extends to three fronts: Gaza, Lebanon and Syria × The soldiers are seen armed with what appears to be American M-4 carbines equipped with suppressors. Notably, at the 26-second mark, one team member is spotted with what seems to be a LAWS anti-armour rocket launcher. At the 30-second mark, a team member can be observed evacuating a captured Hamas operative from the scene. The hostage rescue operation, to the extent visible, commences around the 50-second mark. About Shayetet 13 Shayetet 13, an elite unit within the Israeli Navy, is renowned for its diverse capabilities, just like US Navy SEAL teams. Their assignments encompass a spectrum of duties, including sea-to-land assaults, counter-terrorism activities, intelligence gathering, and hostage rescues. Notably, prior to this conflict, the Shayetet 13 commandos gained international attention for their audacious attacks on Iranian cargo ships during the 2019-2021 Persian Gulf tensions. Also read: Israeli security officials were nervous the night before Hamas’ attack, held talks: Report These daring operations involved attaching limpet mines to the hulls of the ships, causing significant damage. In 2021, the unit was believed to be involved in the damaging of the MV Savis, an Iranian intelligence vessel. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Watch | Israeli commandos rescue 250 hostages in operation against Hamas terrorists

<p>Former US President Donald Trump blasted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Oct 11) during a political rally, just days after terrorist group Hamas launched fatal attacks on the Jewish country.</p>

<p>Speaking at West Palm Beach, a few miles from his residence at Mar-a-Lago, Trump took a shot at Netanyahu for backtracking from assisting the US in killing Iran’s top security and intelligence commander, Maj. Gen. Qassim Suleimani in 2020, who was eventually killed in a targeted assassination.</p>

<p>Trump claimed he received a call shortly beforehand to let him know that Israel would not take part in the drone strike but the US proceeded anyway. “But I’ll never forget,” Trump said, adding, “I’ll never forget that Bibi Netanyahu let us down. That was a very terrible thing.”</p>

<p>During his address, Trump also repeatedly called Hezbollah, a Lebanon-based terrorist organisation, “very smart.”</p>

<h2><strong>Trump lambasts Israeli intelligence</strong></h2>

<p>Donald Trump also pointed fingers at Israeli intelligence, criticising it for failing to stop Hamas from executing such a large-scale and devastating attack. “They’ve got to straighten it out,” Trump said.</p>

<p>However, Trump also made clear that he would fully support the Jewish country in its war against Hamas.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Will Donald Trump replace Kevin McCarthy as House speaker?</strong></p>

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<p>Florida is home to a large number of Jewish voters. So, Israel attacks were a major focus of Trump’s Wednesday rally, where he also blamed the Biden administration for the assault on the West Asian country.</p>

<h2><strong>Trump vs Netanyahu</strong></h2>

<p>Former President Trump has previously expressed his disapproval of Prime Minister Netanyahu, notably during a conversation with Axios reporter Barak Ravid where he was particularly angered by Netanyahu's congratulatory message to President Biden after the 2020 election.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-slammed-over-insensitive-remarks-with-echoes-of-nazi-rhetoric-645087"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Donald Trump`s politically incorrect language sparks fears of violence</strong></a></p>

<p>Trump continued his criticism in a forthcoming interview with Fox News Radio, which is set to air on Thursday (Oct 12). In a preview clip that was televised on Wednesday, Trump voiced his opinion that Netanyahu and Israel were ill-prepared, reiterating his belief that Israeli intelligence had failed, alleging, “Thousands of people knew about it and they let this slip by.”</p>

<h2><strong>Ron DeSantis criticises Trump</strong></h2>

<p>Trump’s attack on Netanyahu drew criticism from his GOP rival and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. In his post on X, DeSantis wrote, “Terrorists have murdered at least 1,200 Israelis and 22 Americans and are holding more hostage, so it is absurd that anyone, much less someone running for President, would choose now to attack our friend and ally, Israel, much less praise Hezbollah terrorists as ‘very smart.’”</p>

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Former US President Donald Trump blasted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Oct 11) during a political rally, just days after terrorist group Hamas launched fatal attacks on the Jewish country.

Former US President Donald Trump blasted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Oct 11) during a political rally, just days after terrorist group Hamas launched fatal attacks on the Jewish country. Speaking at West Palm Beach, a few miles from his residence at Mar-a-Lago, Trump took a shot at Netanyahu for backtracking from assisting the US in killing Iran’s top security and intelligence commander, Maj. Gen. Qassim Suleimani in 2020, who was eventually killed in a targeted assassination. Trump claimed he received a call shortly beforehand to let him know that Israel would not take part in the drone strike but the US proceeded anyway. “But I’ll never forget,” Trump said, adding, “I’ll never forget that Bibi Netanyahu let us down. That was a very terrible thing.” During his address, Trump also repeatedly called Hezbollah, a Lebanon-based terrorist organisation, “very smart.” Trump lambasts Israeli intelligence Donald Trump also pointed fingers at Israeli intelligence, criticising it for failing to stop Hamas from executing such a large-scale and devastating attack. “They’ve got to straighten it out,” Trump said. However, Trump also made clear that he would fully support the Jewish country in its war against Hamas. Watch: Will Donald Trump replace Kevin McCarthy as House speaker? × Florida is home to a large number of Jewish voters. So, Israel attacks were a major focus of Trump’s Wednesday rally, where he also blamed the Biden administration for the assault on the West Asian country. Trump vs Netanyahu Former President Trump has previously expressed his disapproval of Prime Minister Netanyahu, notably during a conversation with Axios reporter Barak Ravid where he was particularly angered by Netanyahu's congratulatory message to President Biden after the 2020 election. Also read: Donald Trump`s politically incorrect language sparks fears of violence Trump continued his criticism in a forthcoming interview with Fox News Radio, which is set to air on Thursday (Oct 12). In a preview clip that was televised on Wednesday, Trump voiced his opinion that Netanyahu and Israel were ill-prepared, reiterating his belief that Israeli intelligence had failed, alleging, “Thousands of people knew about it and they let this slip by.” Ron DeSantis criticises Trump Trump’s attack on Netanyahu drew criticism from his GOP rival and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. In his post on X, DeSantis wrote, “Terrorists have murdered at least 1,200 Israelis and 22 Americans and are holding more hostage, so it is absurd that anyone, much less someone running for President, would choose now to attack our friend and ally, Israel, much less praise Hezbollah terrorists as ‘very smart.’” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

‘Netanyahu let us down,’ Donald Trump blasts Israeli PM amid war with Hamas

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday (Oct 9) that the nation's response to the unprecedented multi-pronged attack by Palestinian gunmen from the Gaza Strip will "change the Middle East".&nbsp;</p>

<p>He was speaking to mayors of southern border towns hit by the surprise assault that began on Saturday, a statement from his office said amid Israel's continued pounding of targets in the Gaza Strip with air strikes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The statement did not elaborate on his prediction but signals what may happen next in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, which started after the militant group attacked, killing over 700 Israelis and reportedly abducting dozens more on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/goodbye-to-my-wife-india-israeli-journalist-called-up-to-defend-nation-amid-war-644597">'Goodbye to my wife India': Israeli journalist 'who talks peace' called up to fight for nation amid war</a></strong></p>

<p>"What Hamas will experience will be difficult and terrible... we are going to change the Middle East," Netanyahu told officials visiting Jerusalem from the country's south.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is only the beginning... we are all with you and we will defeat them with force, enormous force," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Qatar leads talks to swap Hamas-held hostages for Palestinians in Israel jails</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Israel imposes total siege on Gaza&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>On Monday, Israel imposed a total siege on the Gaza Strip and cut off the water supply as it kept bombing targets in the crowded Palestinian enclave. Israel has also likened the attacks to the 9/11 attacks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said Israel would impose a "complete siege" on the long-blockaded enclave and stressed what this meant for its 2.3 million people: "No electricity, no food, no water, no gas - it's all closed."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-historical-conflict-between-israel-palestine-amid-unprovoked-escalation-by-hamas-644471">Explained - Historical conflict between Israel-Palestine amid unprovoked escalation by Hamas</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Israel has drafted a record 300,000 reservists in its response to a Hamas attack from Gaza and is "going on the offensive," the chief military spokesperson said on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Military officials had previously said that their focus was on securing Israel's side of the border before carrying out any major escalation of the counter-offensive in Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The number of reservists suggests preparations for a possible invasion, however, any such plans have not been officially confirmed.</p>

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday (Oct 9) that the nation's response to the unprecedented multi-pronged attack by Palestinian gunmen from the Gaza Strip will "change the Middle East".

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday (Oct 9) that the nation's response to the unprecedented multi-pronged attack by Palestinian gunmen from the Gaza Strip will "change the Middle East". He was speaking to mayors of southern border towns hit by the surprise assault that began on Saturday, a statement from his office said amid Israel's continued pounding of targets in the Gaza Strip with air strikes. The statement did not elaborate on his prediction but signals what may happen next in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, which started after the militant group attacked, killing over 700 Israelis and reportedly abducting dozens more on Saturday. Also read: 'Goodbye to my wife India': Israeli journalist 'who talks peace' called up to fight for nation amid war "What Hamas will experience will be difficult and terrible... we are going to change the Middle East," Netanyahu told officials visiting Jerusalem from the country's south. "This is only the beginning... we are all with you and we will defeat them with force, enormous force," he added. Watch: Qatar leads talks to swap Hamas-held hostages for Palestinians in Israel jails × Israel imposes total siege on Gaza On Monday, Israel imposed a total siege on the Gaza Strip and cut off the water supply as it kept bombing targets in the crowded Palestinian enclave. Israel has also likened the attacks to the 9/11 attacks. Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said Israel would impose a "complete siege" on the long-blockaded enclave and stressed what this meant for its 2.3 million people: "No electricity, no food, no water, no gas - it's all closed." Also read: Explained - Historical conflict between Israel-Palestine amid unprovoked escalation by Hamas Israel has drafted a record 300,000 reservists in its response to a Hamas attack from Gaza and is "going on the offensive," the chief military spokesperson said on Monday. Military officials had previously said that their focus was on securing Israel's side of the border before carrying out any major escalation of the counter-offensive in Gaza. The number of reservists suggests preparations for a possible invasion, however, any such plans have not been officially confirmed. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

'Change the Middle East': Israel PM's remarks signal future of Israel-Hamas war

<p>An Israeli journalist posted a picture of himself on Monday (Oct 9) saying goodbye to his wife after he was drafted into the military amid the nation's ongoing war against the militant group Hamas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hananya Naftali has written on his X profile (formerly known as Twitter) that he is a media personality and&nbsp;talks to the camera about peace in the Middle East.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the new post, he said: "I am drafted as well to serve and defend my country Israel. I said goodbye to my wife India, who sent me with blessings and protection of God."</p>

<p>"From now on she will be managing and posting on my behalf so be nice to her," the post added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I am drafted as well to serve and defend my country Israel. 🇮🇱<br />
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I said goodbye to my wife India, who sent me with blessings and protection of God. From now on she will be managing and posting on my behalf so be nice to her. 😉🇮🇱😊 <a href="https://twitter.com/indianaftali?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@indianaftali</a> <a href="https://t.co/K8O56kAQH7">pic.twitter.com/K8O56kAQH7</a></p>
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<p>In a video, he can seen walking in an open field, explaining the reason he was deployed.</p>

<p>In the caption, he wrote: "The reason we are deployed is not just to defend our borders, it's literally to defend our homes and families."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is a war between good and evil," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-nine-us-citizens-confirmed-white-house-extends-condolences-to-victims-644563">Israel-Hamas war -&nbsp;Nine US citizens dead, White House extends condolences to victims</a></strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The reason we are deployed is not just to defend our borders, it’s literally to defend our homes and families.<br />
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This is a war between good and evil. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IsraelUnderAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IsraelUnderAttack</a> <a href="https://t.co/xNWmJmHhxX">pic.twitter.com/xNWmJmHhxX</a></p>
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<p>In another post, he said: "Israel stands united! As soldiers, including myself, made our way to the front lines, our fellow countrymen and women generously handed out food and water."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I was deeply touched to receive two bottles of water and ice cream in this moving display of national solidarity during these challenging times," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">🇮🇱 Israel stands united! As soldiers, including myself, made our way to the front lines, our fellow countrymen and women generously handed out food and water.<br />
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I was deeply touched to receive two bottles of water and ice cream in this moving display of national solidarity during… <a href="https://t.co/PGhOdOhDRd">pic.twitter.com/PGhOdOhDRd</a></p>
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<p>Israel has drafted a record 300,000 reservists in its response to a Hamas attack from Gaza and is "going on the offensive," the chief military spokesperson said on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since Saturday's surprise assault, Israeli aircraft have been pounding Gaza targets while its ground forces have battled to retake control of border villages and towns overrun by Palestinian gunmen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chief military spokesperson Rear-Admiral Daniel Hagari said control of those communities had been re-established but that isolated clashes continued as some gunmen remained active.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Military officials had previously said that their focus was on securing Israel's side of the border before carrying out any major escalation of the counter-offensive in Gaza.</p>

<p>According to Hagari, 300,000 reservists have been called up by the military since Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Such a huge number suggests preparations for a possible invasion. however, any such plans have not been officially confirmed.</p>

<p>"We have never drafted so many reservists on such a scale. We are going on the offensive," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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An Israeli journalist posted a picture of himself on Monday (Oct 9) saying goodbye to his wife after he was drafted into the military amid the nation's ongoing war against the militant group Hamas.

An Israeli journalist posted a picture of himself on Monday (Oct 9) saying goodbye to his wife after he was drafted into the military amid the nation's ongoing war against the militant group Hamas. Hananya Naftali has written on his X profile (formerly known as Twitter) that he is a media personality and talks to the camera about peace in the Middle East. In the new post, he said: "I am drafted as well to serve and defend my country Israel. I said goodbye to my wife India, who sent me with blessings and protection of God." "From now on she will be managing and posting on my behalf so be nice to her," the post added. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. I am drafted as well to serve and defend my country Israel. 🇮🇱 I said goodbye to my wife India, who sent me with blessings and protection of God. From now on she will be managing and posting on my behalf so be nice to her. 😉🇮🇱😊 @indianaftali pic.twitter.com/K8O56kAQH7 — Hananya Naftali (@HananyaNaftali) October 9, 2023 × In a video, he can seen walking in an open field, explaining the reason he was deployed. In the caption, he wrote: "The reason we are deployed is not just to defend our borders, it's literally to defend our homes and families." "This is a war between good and evil," he said. Also read: Israel-Hamas war - Nine US citizens dead, White House extends condolences to victims Watch the video here: The reason we are deployed is not just to defend our borders, it’s literally to defend our homes and families. This is a war between good and evil. #IsraelUnderAttack pic.twitter.com/xNWmJmHhxX — Hananya Naftali (@HananyaNaftali) October 9, 2023 × In another post, he said: "Israel stands united! As soldiers, including myself, made our way to the front lines, our fellow countrymen and women generously handed out food and water." "I was deeply touched to receive two bottles of water and ice cream in this moving display of national solidarity during these challenging times," he added. Also read: Volodymyr Zelensky compares Hamas to Russia, Moscow suggests 'most reliable' solution to Israel conflict Watch the video here: 🇮🇱 Israel stands united! As soldiers, including myself, made our way to the front lines, our fellow countrymen and women generously handed out food and water. I was deeply touched to receive two bottles of water and ice cream in this moving display of national solidarity during… pic.twitter.com/PGhOdOhDRd — Hananya Naftali (@HananyaNaftali) October 9, 2023 × Israel has drafted a record 300,000 reservists in its response to a Hamas attack from Gaza and is "going on the offensive," the chief military spokesperson said on Monday. Since Saturday's surprise assault, Israeli aircraft have been pounding Gaza targets while its ground forces have battled to retake control of border villages and towns overrun by Palestinian gunmen. Chief military spokesperson Rear-Admiral Daniel Hagari said control of those communities had been re-established but that isolated clashes continued as some gunmen remained active. Military officials had previously said that their focus was on securing Israel's side of the border before carrying out any major escalation of the counter-offensive in Gaza. According to Hagari, 300,000 reservists have been called up by the military since Saturday. Such a huge number suggests preparations for a possible invasion. however, any such plans have not been officially confirmed. "We have never drafted so many reservists on such a scale. We are going on the offensive," he said. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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