According to report from The Times of Israel. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have released footage of intense urban combat in Gaza City's Shejaiya neighborhood, providing a rare glimpse into the challenges of urban warfare. The video, captured from bodycams and aerial drone footage, shows paratroopers engaging in close-quarters battle with Hamas gunmen.
The footage reveals the complexities and dangers of urban warfare, with paratroopers navigating narrow alleyways and buildings, exchanging fire with militants. The aerial footage supplements the bodycam videos, providing a broader perspective of the battlefield and allowing the unit to coordinate attacks and neutralize threats effectively.
According to the IDF, the incident resulted in the elimination of seven Hamas gunmen, with paratroopers overcoming challenging conditions and militant resistance. Shejaiya, a densely populated area of Gaza City, has been a hotspot for violent clashes between the IDF and Hamas, with the neighborhood's complex terrain providing cover for militants. The engagement is part of a broader IDF campaign aimed at weakening Hamas's military capabilities and reducing rocket fire into Israel.