Heroic Special Forces Rescue in Gaza

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant praised special forces for their bravery in rescuing four hostages from Hamas in Gaza, despite operating under heavy fire in a challenging urban environment. Gallant described the operation as one of the most heroic he has seen in his 47-year career in Israel's defense establishment.

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said that special forces operated under heavy fire and in a complex urban environment when rescuing four hostages from Hamas in Gaza on Saturday.

"Our troops showed so much courage - operating under heavy fire in the most complex urban environment in Gaza," Gallant said in a statement from his office.

"This is one of the most heroic and extraordinary operations I have witnessed over the course of 47 years serving in Israel’s defense establishment," he said.