Defense Minister Gallant in an April video discussing Lebanon (video clip)

Gallant: Israel Shifts Military Focus North, Enters New War Phase

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The Judean Staff
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In a striking announcement that signals a dramatic escalation in Israel’s ongoing conflict, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant declared that Israel’s focus is moving decisively toward the northern front. As a new phase in the war emerges, Gallant’s words, delivered at the Ramat David Airbase to Israeli Air Force personnel, reflect a pivotal shift in the country’s military strategy.

"The center of gravity is moving north," Gallant emphasized in remarks published by his office. “We are diverting forces, resources, and energy toward the north.”

This is no small adjustment. Earlier today, the IDF’s elite 98th Division, known for its strategic prowess in urban warfare, was redeployed to northern Israel, following grueling months of combat in the Gaza Strip. This reallocation of military strength underscores Israel’s growing concerns about threats emanating from Hezbollah and other hostile actors stationed along its northern borders.

"We are entering a new phase in this war," Gallant stated, with a tone of gravity and urgency. "Adapting to this shift will be crucial. This war is not a sprint but a marathon that demands resilience, courage, and unwavering determination."

Gallant laid out Israel’s war goals in the north with crystal clarity. "Our mission is simple: to return the residents of the northern towns to their homes, safely." It’s a mission that resonates deeply with the nation, as thousands of civilians living in northern Israel have been displaced or are under constant threat from missile attacks and other acts of aggression from across the border.

Yet Gallant was quick to remind the nation of its multi-front challenge. "We have not forgotten the hostages, and we have not forgotten our duties in the south. This is our duty, and we are performing it on all fronts." Despite the shift of focus to the north, Gallant made it clear that Israel’s southern campaign, including the effort to rescue hostages and secure the Gaza region, remains active and uncompromised.

In a rare and telling move, Gallant went out of his way to specifically commend Israel's intelligence services, including the Mossad, for their "great achievements" during these challenging times. His mention of the Mossad came against the backdrop of a series of mysterious explosions across southern Lebanon. While Israel has not publicly taken responsibility for these incidents, Gallant’s reference to the intelligence community at this moment was more than coincidental, hinting at Israel's quiet but decisive hand in shaping events north of its borders.

"The center of gravity is shifting northward," Gallant reiterated, driving home the seriousness of the situation. This shift means that Israel's military apparatus, from the ground forces to air capabilities and intelligence operations, is increasingly being geared toward the northern front. The defense establishment is working in lockstep, Gallant assured, to meet this new challenge head-on."This operation is being carried out by all the bodies," Gallant emphasized, signaling the unified nature of Israel’s war efforts. The mission remains unchanged: “to secure the northern communities and ensure that their residents can return to their homes in safety and peace.”

As explosions rock Lebanon and tensions flare across the region, Gallant’s message to the Israeli public and its enemies alike is clear—Israel is adapting, responding, and ready for the long haul. The war is entering a new, unpredictable stage, but Israel's resolve remains unshaken.

Courage, determination, and perseverance—these are the qualities Gallant insists are needed as Israel faces down a volatile northern front, while still holding fast to its commitments in the south. The challenges are immense, but the nation stands poised to meet them, bolstered by its military strength and intelligence acumen.

In this new phase of the conflict, Israel’s north has become the focal point. And with the country’s military might and strategic resources now directed toward securing this front, the stakes have never been higher. But one thing is certain: Israel will not rest until its citizens are safe, whether in the north, south, or anywhere else its enemies may seek to threaten.

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