Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed IDF soldiers in a letter on Friday, expressing admiration for their efforts in the fight against Hamas.
"We constantly remember the sights of the horrific massacre on Shabbat Simchat Torah, October 7, 2023. Before our eyes stand our brothers and sisters who were murdered, wounded, kidnapped, or were IDF soldiers or security personnel who fell in battle," wrote Netanyahu.
"In their name and on their behalf we embarked on a campaign, the purpose of which is the destruction of the cruel and murderous enemy Hamas-ISIS, the return of our abductees, and the return of security to our country, our citizens, and our children."
"This is the war between the sons of light and the sons of darkness. We will not let up on our mission until the light overcomes the darkness - the good will defeat the extreme evil that threatens us and the entire world."
"Dear IDF soldiers and personnel in the security forces, wherever you are - on land, in the air, and at sea, in the assembly areas and in the depths of the terrain, in the intelligence, armament, logistics, and medical directorates - new pages in Israel's history are being written by you. Your valor, your devotion to the goal, and your courage are hugely inspiring."