Israel tells US its current phase of heavy fighting likely to finish in 2-3 weeks, two officials say

The Israelis have told the US that the current phase of their offensive against Hamas, with heavy air strikes and a large ground operation, should be complete in the next 2-3 weeks, according to two US officials, Report informs via CBS.

One official cautioned that this would not mean an end to combat operations, but it would bring about a reduced intensity and a lower level of bombing with more targeted strikes while the Israelis pursue the remaining leadership of Hamas.