Israel withdraws five army brigades from Gaza Strip

Israel has withdrawn five army brigades from the Gaza Strip, Israel's army radio reported. 

According to Israeli media, the brigades that were tasked with training soldiers have been sent to carry out their pre-war activities, while reservists are being released to help support Israel’s economy.

The brigades that have been removed include the 460th Armored Brigade, the 261st Brigade, the 828th Brigade, the 14th Reserve Armored Brigade and the 551st Reserve Paratroopers Brigade. 

The demobilisation is reportedly due to a decrease in rocket fire from the Hamas movement in the Gaza Strip, which according to the Israeli army has decreased from 75 rockets a day to 14. 

Still, the Israeli government has made clear its plans to continue its bombardment of the Gaza Strip for the next several months.