IDF Spokesman Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin gave an operational update on the war with Iran on Wednesday.
Defrin noted that four divisions are currently operating in the Gaza Strip, and that troops struck 75 terrorist targets over the past 24 hours, including in direct combat with fighters, as well as above- and below-ground infrastructure.
“Our goals are clear: The IDF is operating on all of Israel's fronts to protect its citizens,” he said.
Asked about the status of the Gaza war and the effect on a hostage and ceasefire deal, Defrin clarified that the war goals there haven't changed.
“The goals remain the same: Returning the hostages and disabling Hamas's capabilities. We won't be able to exist alongside a Hamas regime on our border; this is happening at the same time as the fight against Iran,” he said.