In Rafah, the operation is still limited - the forces operate mainly in the Philadelphi axis, and from there they go on raids to the north into Rafah itself, but there is still no wide maneuvering deep into the area. 

The IDF is focusing in Rafah on blocking the Philadelphi axis above and below ground, and less on destroying the Hamas battalions there.

Yesterday the forces reached the beach of Rafah - meaning the full control and presence in all 13 km of the axis. 

Due to the international sensitivity in Rafah, the action there is more modest in its required achievements. 

The IDF estimate: it will take several more weeks to complete the current operation in Rafah.