Israel Declares Major Combat Operations in Northern Gaza Concluded, Claims Hamas Command Dismantled

The Israeli military has indicated that major combat operations in northern Gaza have concluded, with a focus on dismantling Hamas' military infrastructure as the conflict enters its fourth month. Despite this, Israeli forces will continue to strengthen defenses and shift attention to central and southern Gaza. The announcement comes before U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit, amid international calls for Israel to reduce its military offensive and prioritize humanitarian aid. The ongoing war, which began with a Hamas attack on Israel, has resulted in significant Palestinian casualties, with Israel blaming Hamas for civilian deaths due to their operations in populated areas. Meanwhile, tensions are also rising with Lebanon's Hezbollah, adding complexity to the regional situation.