Hamas reports deadly operations against “Israeli” forces in Gaza

Hamas’ military wing, Al-Qassam Brigades, reported Monday several operations carried out by its fighters against the “Israeli” military as battles in the Gaza Strip rage.

A gathering of “Israeli” forces was hit with mortar shells – including 120mm and 60mm rounds – on May 31 east of Al-Qarara town, near Khan Younis in south Gaza.

Another military post was hit with three short-range “Rajoum” rockets on the same day, according to the statement. 

On Sunday, Al-Qassam said it struck an “Israeli” D9 military bulldozer with a “Yassin-105” anti-armor rocket in the Qizan Al-Najjar area, south of Khan Younis.

In another incident in the same area, the group said it targeted an “Israeli” tank with a “Shawaz” explosive device and a “Yassin 105” anti-armor round.

Yesterday, “Israeli” defense minister said Sunday that he had ordered the army to push ahead with its fight on Gaza "regardless of any negotiations", after a US envoy called the group's latest response to a truce proposal unacceptable.

"I have instructed the IDF (military) to continue forward in Gaza against all targets, regardless of any negotiations", Israel Katz said in a statement.

"Either Hamas releases the hostages, or it will be destroyed."