IDF Finds Weapons in Kindergarten in Beit Hanoun

11.11.23
IDF Spokesperson

This article was originally titled "IDF Troops Eliminate Terrorists and Locate Weapons in Kindergarten in Beit Hanoun Area"

As part of the brigade’s operations, the forces destroyed weapons, ammunition and explosive devices in a kindergarten located in the Beit Hanoun area.

The forces of the 551st Brigade, a reserve brigade of commando and paratrooper soldiers, has been operating in the Beit Hanoun area for the past two weeks.

During the operations, and in coordination with air, engineering and armored forces the brigade eliminated terrorists, scanned for weapons and struck hundreds of targets.

In addition, the brigade's forces exposed and destroyed dozens of tunnel openings and secured military and civilian structures where large quantities of weapons, maps and intelligence files of the Hamas terrorist organization were stored.

Attached is footage from the operations of the 551st Brigade in the Gaza Strip: 

Attached is footage of weapons that were discovered by the forces in a kindergarten: https://bit.ly/40G94y8

Attached is footage of weapons discovered by the brigade: https://bit.ly/3QU1Kun

Attached are photos of weapons which were discovered: 


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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What did IDF forces find in Beit Hanoun?
A: IDF forces found weapons, ammunition, and explosive devices, including inside a kindergarten.

Q: Which unit conducted the operation?
A: The operation was carried out by the 551st Brigade, a reserve brigade.

Q: What additional actions did the brigade take?
A: The brigade eliminated terrorists, struck hundreds of targets, and exposed tunnel openings.

Q: What materials were discovered besides weapons?
A: Maps and intelligence files belonging to Hamas were found.

Q: What does this indicate about Hamas tactics?
A: It indicates the use of civilian structures for military purposes.