Israeli Defense Minister Galant: We must destroy Hamas’s civil capabilities. “Civil” capabilities.

Hamas terrorists have the blood of Israeli children on their hands. We will not cease operating in Rafah until Hamas is destroyed, or until the first hostage returns home. We may compromise in order to bring the hostages home, but if that option is removed, we will act.

Toured Kerem Shalom with @SecBlinken - a critical crossing for the delivery of humanitarian aid. This place reflects our wider policy - we are fighting a war against Hamas, not the Gazan people. We will continue working with partners and facilitating the flow of aid.

Thank you @SecBlinken for bearing witness to the attack suffered by Israel’s southern communities - had a meaningful visit to Kibbutz Nir Oz. Important context for a wider discussion on our goals - destroying Hamas and bringing the hostages home.

Great speaking with @SpeakerJohnson. Thank you for your leadership and commitment to Israel’s security and to strong U.S.-Israel ties. As Israel faces threats on 7 fronts led by Iran, as well as hostile, targeted attacks in the international arena, we must stand united.