Gaza
Palestinian resistance captures Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit in 2006 operation
Image credit: Shehab Wire (EN)
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On June 25, 2006, Palestinian resistance fighters seized Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit from a military tank east of Rafah in an operation called "The Shattered Illusion," executed by the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, according to Shehab Wire. The capture disrupted Israel's security, military and negotiating posture.
The operation marked a significant moment in Palestinian armed resistance during the period, affecting the strategic balance between Palestinian factions and Israeli forces in Gaza.
