In a meticulously coordinated operation, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), alongside Shin Bet intelligence, embarked on a critical mission within the confines of Nasser Hospital in Gaza. This operation not only led to the apprehension of numerous individuals associated with terrorism but also unveiled a significant cache of weaponry cunningly concealed on the hospital premises. The worst find though proved that Hamas lied to the Red Cross and put hostages lives in jeopardy.
The operation, marked by its strategic depth, was initiated following intense confrontations. Israeli forces bravely navigated through direct combat and adeptly countered rocket attacks emanating from the hospital's compound, highlighting the complex nature of the threats they faced.
Remember the medicine Israel sent into Gaza for the hostages? IDF found some of it in Nasser Hospital in Khan Younes, with the names of the hostages on the boxes. They were never delivered to the hostages.https://t.co/nVfBoaBrZ1https://t.co/izPqoz5zj3 pic.twitter.com/dMh0tRxJsM
— Imshin (@imshin) February 18, 2024
As the operation unfolded, IDF and Shin Bet forces detained a considerable number of terrorists and individuals suspected of terrorism, some of whom were directly linked to the tragic events of October 7th. These detainees are currently undergoing thorough investigations by security personnel.
Among the discoveries was a substantial arsenal of weapons, including some hidden within a vehicle implicated in prior acts of terrorism. In a notable recovery, a vehicle belonging to Kibutz Nir Oz, previously reported stolen, was retrieved in close proximity to the hospital, indicating the extent of the terrorist network's operations.
🚨Breaking - The IDF located medicine boxes with the names and pictures of Hostages on them INSIDE Nasser Hospital, and apprehended hundreds of terrorists and other terror suspects who were hiding inside the Hospital.
— Yaari Cohen (@YaariCohen) February 18, 2024
📸: Footage of Operations inside Nasser and the soldiers… pic.twitter.com/pDX8aPfiDT
A particularly disheartening discovery was the unopened packages of medication, each bearing the names of Israeli hostages. These sealed boxes, left undistributed, pointed to a grievous violation of an agreement facilitated by Qatar, which guaranteed the delivery of medical aid to chronically ill hostages. The medications encompassed a wide array of essential treatments, from asthma inhalers and diabetic supplies, including insulin injections and glucometers, to medicines for heart conditions, blood pressure, intestinal infections, and thyroid imbalances.
The commitment by Qatar to provide tangible evidence of the medication reaching the hostages now stands in question following the IDF's discovery of these undelivered packages, originally sent from France. This revelation not only underscores the complexities of ensuring humanitarian aid reaches those in dire need amidst conflict but also casts doubt on the efficacy of agreements brokered in such volatile contexts.
Our forces located medicines specifically designated for the Israeli hostages in Gaza, large quantities of weapons and a vehicle belonging to Kibbutz Nir Oz—all found in the Nasser Hospital.
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) February 18, 2024
While Hamas continues to use civilians as human shields in the hospital, the IDF has… pic.twitter.com/k2mO1Fpn7N
This operation at Nasser Hospital sheds light on the intricate challenges faced by the IDF and Shin Bet in navigating the dual objectives of neutralizing threats and ensuring humanitarian provisions reach their intended recipients. The uncovering of these medical supplies, intended for Israeli hostages yet undistributed, underscores a broader narrative of the ongoing struggle to uphold humanitarian principles in times of conflict.
