nov 9, 1948 - Operation Shmone

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Operation Shmone was an Israeli military operation during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War targeting the Egyptian-controlled Iraq Suwaydan police fort, resulting in an Israeli victory after several prior attempts. The operation involved the Israeli 8th and Givati brigades, who attacked the fort following a heavy artillery barrage, eventually breaching the fort's wall and securing Egyptian surrender. This victory led to significant Egyptian withdrawals in the region, notably from Bayt 'Affa and surrounding areas, effectively reducing the besieged Fallujah Pocket.

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