Israeli Army's Miscalculations in Rafah: Expert Analysis
Military and strategic expert Fayez Al-Duwairi has raised concerns over the Israeli army's exaggerated claims regarding the number of booby-trapped houses in Rafah, located in the southern Gaza Strip. Al-Duwairi emphasizes that the ongoing conflict represents a significant challenge for the Israeli forces, particularly in urban warfare scenarios. He argues that the Israeli military's assessments are often misaligned with the reality on the ground, suggesting that their intelligence regarding the resistance's capabilities is flawed.
The Strategic Implications of Booby-Trapped Buildings
According to Al-Duwairi, the resistance factions have strategically booby-trapped homes in Rafah, preparing for direct confrontations with Israeli soldiers. Each building is rigged according to the specific layout and the expected number of invading troops, making the urban landscape a perilous environment for the Israeli forces. The expert noted that the Israeli army's belief that all structures in Rafah are booby-trapped stems from their experiences of unexpected explosions during operations, leading to significant casualties among their ranks.
Shift in Combat Dynamics
The expert also commented on the recent decrease in fighting intensity within the Gaza Strip, attributing it to the Israeli army's withdrawal from densely populated areas and a strategic redeployment rather than a sign of weakened resistance. Al-Duwairi insists that should the Israeli forces attempt to penetrate any area within the Strip, they would encounter fierce resistance, similar to the intense battles witnessed in Shuja'iyya, east of Gaza City. He criticized the Israeli military's claims regarding the dismantling of Hamas brigades, arguing that the resistance remains capable and ready to defend its territory.
