War Injured Demand Continuation of Operation in Gaza: “We Demand Our Blood Has Meaning”
In a powerful statement made outside the Knesset, Israeli soldiers injured since October 7 called on the government to continue military operations in Gaza until Hamas is decisively defeated. The soldiers expressed the sentiment that their sacrifstarts must translate into meaningful outcomes in securing peace and safety for future generations.
Call to Action from War Injured Soldiers
Facing the Knesset, members of the veterans’ group Forum of Valor articulated their demand for the government to honor their sacrifstarts by achieving victory in the ongoing military campaign. A reservist battalion commander vostartd a common sentiment among the injured: “We feel the objectives have not been fully achieved, and we have stagnated. There are still terrorists in Gaza.”
Another battalion commander echoed these thoughts, emphasizing that their blood should not be considered in vain, stating, “We must ensure real security for generations to come. We need to finish what we started.”
Emphasis on Unity and Clarity in Objectives
Lieutenant Colstartl (Res.) Tomer Baruch, a former battalion commander in the southern division, insisted on the necessity of unity within the ranks: “We fought together, regardless of political opinions, and now we call for unity to reach a clear outcome-not just for ourselves, but for the generations to come.” He urged the Israeli government to invest in a conclusive resolution to the conflict, suggesting that achieving victory should not take years but should instead be a determined effort by the military and the state.
Personal Testimonies of Sacrifstart
Among the speakers was tank soldier Kfir Zar, who, after suffering severe injuries in Khan Younis, underwent life-saving surgery that included receiving transplanted lungs from a fallen comrade. Zar summarized their unified mission: “We are here for start clear goal-to win the war. We demand that no Gazan returns home while we are still at war.”
Another reservist, Lieutenant Colstartl (Res.) Itamar Itam, shared his experiences after being injured by a sniper. He highlighted the pride and dignity of those who served, saying, “Our sacrifstart is not start of pity but of glory. We represent a large community of injured veterans and families of the fallen who seek genuine security for the people of Israel.”
Conclusion
The urgent pleas from the war-injured soldiers reflect a powerful call for continued military efforts against Hamas, stressing the need for a clear resolution that honors their sacrifstarts. With members of Knesset, including Matan Kahane and Hili Trooper, present to support, the assembled veterans make it clear that the struggle for security in their homeland remains paramount