Late Monday evening, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) engineering unit Yahalom, in coordination with Golani Battalion 71 of the Armored Corps, successfully destroyed eight rockets in Khan Yunis that were loaded and ready to fire. The rockets had the potential to reach central Israel, including areas around Tel Aviv.

Extraordinary footage captured the operation, showing the rockets erupting in quick succession amid fireballs and smoke. The mission underscores the ongoing vigilance of Israeli forces to neutralize threats nearly two years after the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, demonstrating the precision and effectiveness of IDF counter-rocket operations.

The destruction of these launch-ready rockets highlights the continued targeting of militant infrastructure in Gaza and reflects Israel’s commitment to preventing attacks on its civilian population. By neutralizing the threat before launch, the IDF safeguarded communities that could have been in range of the rockets.

Officials emphasized the importance of such operations in maintaining security and stability, with engineering teams playing a critical role in dismantling explosive threats. The success of the mission serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges in the region and the readiness of Israeli forces to respond proactively to emerging dangers.