24 May 2021
Israeli Navy engages in defensive and offensive operations in Gaza
by Shanker Sharma
Israeli naval vessels have been engaged in both defensive and offensive manoeuvres during the ongoing conflict with the Gaza-based militant group Hamas.
Local media reports suggest the Israeli Navy has carried out more than 100 attacks using ship-based guns for naval bombardment and ship-launched missiles for precision strikes.
The operations have targeted Hamas' naval infrastructure, including bases, vessels, weapons, warehouses, and operatives, according to a statement issued on 16 May by Eli Sharvit, commander of the Israeli Navy.
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