Gaza City – Intensive Israeli military activity is currently concentrated around the Al-Batsh cemetery, located between the Al-Shuja’iyya and Al-Tuffah neighborhoods east of Gaza City. This activity coincides with reports of heavy fire resulting in casualties and displacement of local families.
The focus on the cemetery follows recent reports concerning the location of the remains of IDF soldier Ran Guili, the last remaining missing soldier in the Gaza Strip. While details remain fluid, sources suggest that mediators have received information indicating the Al-Batsh cemetery as a possible burial site.
Eyewitness accounts describe a predawn explosion near the cemetery, followed by the sounds of further explosions and smoke rising from the area. Later, journalists in Gaza reported the advancement of Israeli military vehicles and bulldozers toward the cemetery and surrounding streets, accompanied by intense artillery fire.
DZWatch understands that the ongoing operation has involved extensive digging and potential damage to the cemetery grounds. Medical facilities have reported receiving casualties as a result of the activity.
The IDF has yet to release an official statement regarding the specific purpose of the operation, but the events on the ground strongly suggest a concentrated effort to locate the remains of the missing soldier. The situation remains tense, with residents expressing concerns over the continued military presence and the potential for further escalation.
DZWatch will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.
