Battle of Khan Yunis (2025)

The Battle of Khan Yunis began on 26 May 2025 during Israel’s Operation Gideon’s Chariots in the Gaza war. It is the fourth Israeli invasion of Khan Yunis since the war started.

After weeks of fighting in Rafah, the IDF re-entered Khan Yunis to target Hamas fighters, positions, infrastructure, and tunnels in the city.

Background
Israel first invaded Khan Yunis in December 2023, with fighting lasting until April 2024. The city was attacked again in July and August 2024.

In May 2025, Israel began Operation Gideon’s Chariots, aimed at destroying the last Hamas forces in Gaza.

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Category:Israel–Hamas war