Israel saves 2 hostages in airstrike in Rafah, Gaza
OAN’s Elizabeth Volberding
1:55 PM – Monday, February 12, 2024
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that they were able to rescue two hostages from Hamas imprisonment in Rafah, which is located in the southern Gaza Strip during an overnight operation.
On Monday, Israeli special forces declared that two hostages were saved from Hamas captivity in an early morning raid in which the IDF pursued airstrikes in the southern Gaza city of Rafah.
This occurrence signifies the first successful capture of hostages by the terror organization in several months.
The IDF identified the two hostages that were rescued as Fernando Marman, 61, and Louis Har, 70, who are both Israeli-Argentinian men.
According to the IDF, both Marman and Har were in good condition after they were saved. The mission involved disputes with Hamas terrorists and extensive Israeli airstrikes in Rafah.
The two men were reported to be in good health and were able to reunite with their families in an Israeli hospital.
Marman and Har were initially abducted on October 7th, 2023, from Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak, when terrorists led by Hamas carried out a murderous rampage in southern Israel, killing 1,200 people and kidnapping 253.
Since October 7th, there have only been two such successful operations of this kind. The first occurred in late October when Israeli soldier Ori Megidish was rescued. In December 2023, the IDF tried to save another hostage, however, he was killed in the process.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a statement regarding the successful rescue. He stated that the mission was “among the most successful rescue operations” in the history of Israel.
On Monday around 1 a.m., the IDF, the Shin Bet security agency, and the police’s elite Yamam counterterrorism unit launched a joint operation in Rafah, an area that Israeli forces had not yet ventured into during their ground offensive against Hamas.
IDF Spokesman, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari announced that Yamam officials “carried out a very complex action on the premises and the second floor where the hostages were held.”
“Reaching the target in the heart of Rafah was very complex,” Hagari stated.
According to him, at 1:49 a.m., the terrorists guarding the hostages were killed by the IDF when they broke into the apartment using explosives, and they “hugged and protected Louis and Fernando with their bodies.”
“The troops pulled Louis and Fernando out of the apartment and rescued them under fire, until they reached the safe zone,” Hagari said.
Later, the IDF revealed footage from the air portraying the rescuers accessing a building and launching strikes near the area.
At 1:50 a.m., Hagari reported that heavy airstrikes were launched against Hamas terrorists in the vicinity of the rescue operation, and fighting also broke out in a number of nearby buildings.
“There was intense firepower from the air. Fire was started from nearby buildings. The Air Force struck intensively there,” he stated.
After being extracted, Marman and Har were driven out of Rafah in armored vehicles in less than an hour. They were subsequently placed in a military helicopter and transported to the Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan, where they were examined and found to be in good condition.
At Sheba Medical Center, the two rescued hostages had the opportunity to meet with their families. Marman, a handyman from Kfar Saba, frequently assisted kibbutz members with any repairs they needed. Har is a theater enthusiast and has four children and ten grandchildren.
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How does the recent successful rescue operation by the IDF reflect the determination and commitment of the Israeli military and security forces in protecting their citizens
Title: IDF Successfully Rescues Hostages from Hamas Captivity in Rafah
Introduction:
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) recently carried out a successful overnight operation, resulting in the rescue of two hostages who were being held captive by Hamas in Rafah, located in the southern Gaza Strip. This operation marks the first successful hostage rescue by the IDF in several months, serving as a significant achievement in the fight against terrorism.
Details of the Rescue Operation:
On Monday, Israeli special forces conducted a raid on Hamas captivity in Rafah, which involved airstrikes and disputes with Hamas terrorists. The hostages, Fernando Marman and Louis Har, both Israeli-Argentinian men, were identified by the IDF as being in good condition after their rescue. The operation was considered among the most successful in the history of Israel.
Background:
Marman and Har were initially abducted on October 7th, 2023, during a terrorist attack carried out by Hamas in southern Israel. This attack resulted in the deaths of 1,200 people and the kidnapping of 253 individuals. Since then, there have been only two successful hostage rescues, with the first one occurring in late October and the second one tragically resulting in the death of the hostage.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Statement:
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commended the successful rescue operation, stating that it ranked among the most successful in the history of Israel. This achievement highlights the determination of the IDF and its commitment to protecting the lives of its citizens.
Details of the Operation:
At 1 a.m. on Monday, a joint operation involving the IDF, the Shin Bet security agency, and the police’s elite Yamam counterterrorism unit was launched in Rafah. This marked the first time Israeli forces had ventured into the area during their ground offensive against Hamas. Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, IDF Spokesman, described the operation as complex, mentioning that the hostages were held on the second floor of an apartment building.
The Rescue Efforts:
The IDF successfully eliminated the terrorists guarding the hostages using explosives and broke into the apartment, shielding the hostages during the gunfire. The rescuers then retrieved Marman and Har, who were subsequently transported to the Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan. They were examined and found to be in good condition before being reunited with their families.
Conclusion:
The recent successful rescue operation by the IDF in Rafah serves as a testament to the bravery and commitment of the Israeli military and security forces in ensuring the safety of their citizens. With ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and secure the release of remaining captives, Israel continues to demonstrate its determination in the face of adversity.
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