Iran Update, May 6, 2024
May 6, 2024 - ISW Press![](https://understandingwar.org/sites/default/files/styles/square_thumbnail/public/Israel-Hamas%20War%20Graphic_449.jpg?itok=jVFTDx9-)
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) began conducting targeted airstrikes against Palestinian militias in eastern Rafah on May 6. IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari stated on May 6 that the IDF Air Force struck 50 targets around Rafah in the past day as part of preparations for a clearing operation into Rafah. Local journalists posted geolocated footage from May 5 and 6 showing extensive Israeli airstrikes and artillery fire into eastern Rafah.