Israel's Defense Minister has issued a new statement regarding the conflict in the Middle East.
Yoav Galant announced the start of a new phase of the war in the region.
The head of the defense department made this statement during a speech to the country's Air Force fighters at the Ramat David base (northern Israel).
The Times of Israel quotes the minister as saying that the "center of gravity" is now shifting to the north.
Tel Aviv is redirecting forces and resources to the region. According to Galant, Israel is now on the threshold of a "new phase of war."
Before the minister's speech, it became known that the 98th IDF Division, which had been fighting in the Gaza Strip for many months, had been transferred to the north of the country.
Galant stressed that the goals of the operation are clear and understandable - to safely return city residents to their homes. Also, special attention to the hostages.
The minister's speech took place at a time when the UN General Assembly called on Israel to liberate Palestinian territories.
In addition, the conflict with the Lebanese Hezbollah continues to escalate. The hot stage of the confrontation may begin in the near future.
