| Operation An-Far |
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| Part of the 1948 Arab–Israeli War |
| Date | 8–15 July 1948 |
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| Location | |
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| Result |
Egyptian victory
- Israeli failure to accomplish objectives
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| Belligerents |
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Israel |
Egypt |
| Commanders and leaders |
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Nahum Sarig |
Ahmed Ali al-Mwawi |
| Casualties and losses |
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20,000 civilians forced to flee by the Israelis |
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Southern front
Central and Jerusalem front
Northern front
International
Massacres
Biological warfare
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Operation An-Far (short for Anti-Farouk) was a military operation launched by Israel's Givati Brigade on the night of July 8–9 during the 1948 Arab–Israeli War. Its objectives were to gain control of approaches in southern Judea and block the advance of the Egyptian army. The fighting continued until July 15, and was followed by Operation Death to the Invader.