Israeli Defence Minister Ehud Barack presented inquiry on urgent mobilization of military-reservists for participation in operations of Israeli Defence Army in the Gaza Strip and strengthening of security of subdivisions of the north district, for consideration to the Knesset on foreign affairs and defence, the Nrg agency reported.
The plans of the general staff provide for call of reservists of infantry brigades, armored and engineers. Part of the Israeli Defence Army bolstered to the south of the country, to the border of Gaza, which have to take part in the possible large-scale land operation.
According to servicemen, the first stage of operation has been completed. Continuation and scale of campaign subsequently depends on the situation and actions of HAMAS. Coming out on foreign television channels, Defence Minister Barack stated that Israel was not ready to consider any requirements by HAMAS relative to armistice. If situation requires, the Israeli Defence army will begin conducting land phase of anti-terrorist operation.