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By April, IDF knew Hamas was preparing for 'summer war'


Israel has destroyed some 85% of Gazan attack tunnels; Hamas's capabilities set back by 4-5 years, says senior military source; IDF moved large number of forces to Gaza Division in recent months.

Several months ago, the IDF became aware of Hamas's intention to launch a war in the summer, a senior military source said Thursday.

In April, IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Benny Gantz alerted the military that July is a likely start point for a clash with Hamas

Hamas's scheme involved simultaneous terrorist attack against Israeli villages, IDF bases, and army border patrols. In recent months, the IDF has moved large numbers of forces to the Gaza Division in preparation. Most of the scenarios discussed in April by the army have come true in the current war.

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