As part of the Israeli operations to return Cpl. Gilad Shalit and as a part of the effort to stop the terrorist's ability to fire rockets at Israel from northern Gaza, the IDF recently dropped leaflets from the air to warn the Palestinians to stay clear of areas where the IDF is operating. While we can't imagine another military giving advance warning of where it plans to operate, there has still been criticism that Israel may create a refugee problem with people leaving the area. That never happened, and since then we have obtained one of those leaflets -- the text is below:
The IDF is carrying out operations throughout the Gaza Strip. The operations will last as long as needed.
The objective of the operation is to determine the whereabouts of our abducted soldier, Gilad Shalit, to bring about his release, and to ensure the safety of Israel citizens.
For your safety, and as we want to prevent any harm to civilians, who are not involved in attacking our forces, you should stay clear of areas where the IDF is operating and adhere to IDF forces.
People who try to disrupt the IDF's activities, which are meant to ensure the safe return of our soldier, are doing so at their own risk.
By any chance, could you post an image of one of these leaflets?
respectfully,
Daniel in Brookline
Posted by: Daniel in Brookline | Jun 30, 2006 at 12:17