Israel’s ground invasion of Gaza is counting down.

Video before operation in Gaza uploaded by IDF on Twitter. “We defend our homes, our people, our very existence” says their spokesperson.

“We defend to prevent, to ensure that the atrocities that took place on October 7th will never happen again. Our starters, reserves, they are all real people. Lawyers, electricians, teachers, sons, daughters, fathers and mothers,” he emphasizes.

“Many of us have lost loved ones. We have left everything behind to fight on the front lines and defend our families. We have no choice but to fight for our safety and existence. We will defeat Hamas in battle and help southern Israel prosper again.” completed.

Israel’s military goals, according to the defense minister

Israel’s Defense Minister, Yoav Galand presented today the war plans and objectives of the Israeli military campaign in the Gaza Stripspeaking to the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.

According to the minister, Israeli war aims include the extermination of Hamas, through the destruction of its military and government capabilities, Israel’s complete abdication of all responsibility in Gaza, and the establishment of a new “security regime” in the Gaza Strip.

Gallant reported to the Committee members that the war would have three main phases.

“We are in first phasein which a military campaign is being conducted with (air strikes) and later with (ground) maneuvers aimed at (…) the destruction of Hamas,” the Defense Minister emphasized.

THE second phasehe stressed, fighting will continue but at a lower intensity as troops work to “eliminate pockets of resistance”.

“THE third phase will be the creation of a new security regime in the Gaza Strip, Israel’s abdication of all responsibility for daily life in the Gaza Strip, and the creation of a new security reality for the citizens of Israel and the residents of the area surrounding Gaza.” , he emphasized.