A dramatic twist in the Gaza war has rocked Israel’s military establishment.
Reports claim Hamas fighters have captured and destroyed hundreds of Israel’s vaunted Merkava tanks, delivering a stunning blow to the backbone of the IDF’s ground forces.
In response, Israel’s Defense Ministry has rushed to approve a massive $1.5 billion program to accelerate production of Merkava tanks, Namer armored personnel carriers, and Eitan APCs to replenish battlefield losses.
Verified footage shows Hamas deploying RPGs, anti-tank missiles, and tunnel ambushes that turned the Gaza battlefield into a graveyard of armor.
For Hamas, destroying a Merkava is seen as a symbolic and strategic victory, undermining the image of Israeli military superiority.
The scale of losses has raised serious questions about Israel’s readiness, sparking urgent debate on the future of ground warfare.
Watch how this battle is reshaping the entire conflict.
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