"The moment we broke into the apartment where Noa was held, we encountered three terrorists there and quickly neutralized them, reaching Noa's room within seconds."
Israeli forces operated under heavy fire as they broke into the houses where Argamani and the other hostages were staying.
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Yaakov Argamani knew his daughter would return home despite doubting Hamas. Israeli intelligence and undercover operatives pinpointed the hostages' location in 19 days.
Argamani’s rescue from Gaza elicited a cold and indifferent response in Chinese media and social networks.
Kolzov's encouraging message marks his first public speaking appearance since his release from Hamas captivity.
In the video, the soldiers can be heard giving commands: "Action, action, moving to attack, first magazine, step forward quickly," as they advance through Nuseirat amid the sound of gunfire.
Disguised as local families, operatives rented a house near the identified buildings, allowing them to conduct close surveillance without raising suspicion.
Soldiers uncovered large stockpiles of weapons hidden in residential buildings in Rafah, including but not limited to AK-47s, ammunition, missiles, explosives, and grenades.
"Noa said that they were slaves, and so were the observers, Liri among them,” Albag said.