Israel Defense Forces

IDF: The IDF eliminated several Hezbollah terrorists in the Ali al-Taher Ridge area Overnight (Saturday), IDF soldiers identified several Hezbollah terrorists in the Ali al-Taher Ridge area, in the Security Zone, where IDF soldiers are operating. Following the identification, the soldiers struck the terrorists and eliminated them in order to remove the threat. As a result of the encounter, an IDF officer was moderately injured. The officer was evacuated to receive medical treatment at a hospital, and his family has been notified. The IDF will continue to operate to remove any threat to its soldiers and will not allow the Hezbollah terrorist organization to harm Israeli civilians.

Joint IDF and ISA announcement: The IDF and ISA dismantled five Hamas weapons storage facilities in the Gaza Strip Overnight (Saturday), the IDF, directed by the ISA, struck in several areas across the Gaza Strip and dismantled five Hamas weapons storage facilities, where Kalashnikov rifles, explosive devices, anti-tank launchers, ammunition, and additional military equipment were stored. One of the storage facilities, located adjacent to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah, was used as a hideout by Hamas terrorists, where they stored weapons. This is another example of Hamas' systematic use of and embedding within civilian infrastructure, including medical facilities, to plan and carry out terrorist activities. The weapons were intended to be used by the Hamas terrorist organization to execute terror attacks against IDF troops operating in the Yellow Line area and against Israeli civilians, and were dismantled in order to remove the threat. Prior to the strikes, steps were taken to mitigate harm to civilians, including the issuing of advance warnings, the use of precise munitions, and aerial surveillance. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the ceasefire agreement and will continue to operate to remove any threat.

IDF: Overnight (Saturday), an IDF officer was moderately injured during operational activity in southern Lebanon. The officer was evacuated to receive medical treatment at a hospital, and his family has been notified.

IDF: Hamas commander who simultaneously operated as a doctor in Al-Shifa hospital: The IDF and ISA eliminated a Hamas commander who held Romi Gonen and the body of Corporal Noa Marciano following her murder Yesterday (Thursday), the IDF and ISA struck in the Gaza City area and eliminated the terrorist Abd al-Rahim Abd al-Hay Youssef Kardi, a Hamas deputy cell commander, who worked simultaneously as a doctor in the Al-Shifa hospital. Kardi infiltrated Israeli territory during the October 7th Massacre. At the start of the war, he was involved in holding hostage Romi Gonen in the area of Gaza City and in the Al-Shifa hospital. He was also involved in holding the body of Corporal Noa Marciano in the area of Gaza City following her murder and until the IDF rescued her body. Throughout the war and in recent months, Kardi continued to advance terror attacks targeting IDF troops and Israeli civilians. The terrorist posed a threat to the troops and was eliminated in an aerial strike. This is an additional example of Hamas terrorists exploiting civilian institutions and having civilian roles while concealing their affiliation with the terrorist organization and participating in terrorist activities. Prior to the strike, steps were taken to mitigate harm to civilians, including the use of precise munitions and aerial surveillance. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the agreement and will continue to operate to remove any threat.

IDF: More than 200 wanted individuals apprehended and tens of thousands of Shekels intended for terrorism seized: IDF activity in Judea and Samaria over the past week Over the past week, IDF troops conducted dozens of counterterrorism operations throughout Judea and Samaria. During the operations, more than 200 wanted individuals were apprehended, including individuals involved in promoting and inciting terrorism, suspects affiliated with the Hamas terrorist organization, a wanted individual who was planning to carry out an imminent terrorist attack, suspects involved in smuggling illegal residents, arms dealers, and a wanted individual involved in manufacturing explosive devices. The troops confiscated dozens of items used to manufacture weapons, airsoft weapons, hunting rifles, a pistol, a UAV, and tens of thousands of Shekels intended for terrorist activity. They also located and dismantled five explosive devices. In addition, the mapping of the homes of two terrorists who carried out last weekend’s attack was completed, and one of the homes was sealed ahead of its demolition. Attached are the following: Photos from IDF activity in the Judea and Samaria Division over the past week: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/073126123

IDF: The IDF eliminated two Hamas terrorists who advanced terror attacks against IDF troops On Wednesday, the IDF struck in several areas across the Gaza Strip and eliminated the terrorist Muhammad Al-Abed, a supply officer in the Hamas terrorist organization, and the terrorist Ahmad Ma'in Muhammad Anqar, a commander in the Hamas terrorist organization. Before and during the war, Mohammed Al-Abed was involved in smuggling weapons into the Gaza Strip and facilitating the excavation of smuggling tunnels, while supplying weapons to the terrorist organizations’ military wings. In recent months, the terrorists advanced terrorist attack plans targeting IDF troops and Israeli civilians. The terrorists posed a threat to IDF troops and were eliminated in precise aerial strikes. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the agreement and will continue to operate to remove any threat.

IDF: The IDF eliminated Kataeb al-Mujahideen’s Commander of Central Gaza, who took part in the abduction of Noa Argamani and Avinatan Or, and directed the abduction of Sudthisak Rinthalak Earlier this week (Tuesday), the IDF struck in the southern Gaza Strip and eliminated the terrorist Ahmed Hussein Mohammed Kafina, Commander of the central Gaza area in the terrorist organization Kataeb al-Mujahideen. Mohammed Kafina infiltrated Israel during the October 7th Massacre and commanded terrorists who infiltrated with him. He took part in the abduction of Noa Argamani and Avinatan Or, and directed the abduction of Sudthisak Rinthalak. During the war and recently, Mohammed Kafina advanced terror attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians. The terrorist posed an immediate threat to the troops and was eliminated in a precise aerial strike. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the agreement and will continue to operate to remove any immediate threat.

IDF: Earlier today (Friday), Israeli civilians entered the outskirts of the city of Nablus. Palestinians in the area hurled rocks at the Israeli civilians, and an Israeli civilian fired warning shots into the air. No injuries were reported. In addition, a report was received regarding several Israeli civilians who vandalized a cemetery. IDF soldiers who had been deployed in the area ahead of theor arrival responded to disperse the gathering and evacuate the civilians from the area. All of the Israeli civilians have since left the Nablus area. Later, rocks were hurled at the IDF soldiers operating in the area. The soldiers responded by initiating the suspect apprehension protocol, which included firing toward a primary instigator. IDF soldiers remain deployed across the sector in order to prevent additional confrontational incidents. The IDF emphasizes that entry into Area A is prohibited and dangerous for Israeli citizens and constitutes a violation of the law.

IDF: The IDF dismantled several key underground tunnels in the tunnel network beneath the Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon A short while ago, as part of a limited activity within the area of the Security Zone, IDF soldiers dismantled several key underground tunnels beneath the Beaufort Ridge. The tunnel network served as a central command center from which Hezbollah terrorists and commanders managed combat and directed fire toward IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians. The tunnel network constitutes a strategic Hezbollah stronghold, consisting of several underground levels that were built over the course of two decades. The network also served as a central terror command center for Hezbollah's Bader Unit in southern Lebanon. It was planned and funded by the Iranian terrorist regime. The tunnel network posed a threat to the residents of northern Israel and IDF soldiers, as it was located just 6 kilometers away from the area of Metula and the Galilee Panhandle. Over the course of the war, dozens of UAVs, explosive devices, and anti-tank missiles were launched from this infrastructure toward Israeli civilians and IDF soldiers. Tonight, the IDF dismantled a significant portion of the underground tunnel network. Over the past several weeks, IDF soldiers completed their deployment in the area of the Beaufort Ridge, while maintaining operational control of the underground tunnel network and preparing it for dismantling. IDF soldiers continue to operate in the area of Ali Taher Ridge, remain on high alert, and are prepared for both defensive and offensive scenarios. Attacks on IDF soldiers will be responded to accordingly. The IDF continues to remain committed to the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon and will continue to operate to remove any threat posed to IDF soldiers. Attached is a related illustration: https://bit.ly/4xayEdq Attached is a related graphic: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC31072026982634343

IDF: More than 10 underground terror tunnel routes dismantled, including one used to hold hostages Troops from the 188th Brigade, operating under the Gaza Division, together with Yahalom personnel, dismantled more than 10 underground terror tunnel routes used by the Hamas terrorist organization to advance terrorist activity. One of the tunnel routes had been used to hold hostages. The troops also located a large quantity of weapons, including rocket launchers, rockets, grenades, explosive devices, and Kalashnikov rifles. In addition, they established new defensive routes and posts in order to strengthen the defensive posture in the area. Troops from the 188th Brigade, operating under the Gaza Division, have spent the past eight months conducting defensive operations in the southern Gaza Strip to clear the Yellow Line area of terrorist infrastructure. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the ceasefire framework and will continue operating to remove any immediate threat. Attached are the following: Footage of the dismantling of above- and below-ground terrorist infrastructure in the southern Gaza Strip: https://bit.ly/45tWZPC Photos of the weapons located by the troops: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/IDFANC220720261 Photos from the operations of the 188th Brigade to dismantle terrorist infrastructure in the southern Gaza Strip, east of the Yellow Line: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/072926188

Joint IDF, ISA, and Israel Police announcement: Over the past 24 hours: More than 170 structures scanned and wanted individuals apprehended in the Etzion Regional Brigade Over the past 24 hours, the IDF, ISA, and the Israel Border Police concluded a wide-scale operation to thwart terrorism and apprehend wanted individuals in the Beit Ummar area. As part of the activity, IDF soldiers scanned more than 170 structures, apprehended wanted individuals, and located various types of weapons. Recently, the wanted individuals carried out fire from the area, as part of a conflict between local families. Due to this, a concern was raised that fire would be expand and be directed toward communities in the surrounding area. The operation was focused on the apprehension of wanted individuals involved in the conflicts. Yesterday (Wednesday), as part of the preparations for the activity, Israel Police forces apprehended a wanted individual in the area who was involved in gunfire during the conflict. Attached are photos from the soldiers’ activity: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC3007202663434343434

IDF: Overnight (Wednesday), the IDF and ISA struck in several areas in the Gaza Strip and dismantled four Hamas weapon storage facilities. Within the weapon storage facilities Kalashnikov guns, explosive devices, additional ammunition and military equipment were stored. The weapons were set to harm IDF troops operating in the area of the Yellow Line and Israeli civilians, and were dismantled to remove the threat. Hamas continues to systematically violate the ceasefire agreement, while attempting to rehabilitate its military capabilities. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the ceasefire agreement and will continue to operate to remove any threat.

IDF: Earlier today (Thursday), two Israeli civilians arrived at the Mount Hermon area and crossed the border to Syria. IDF soldiers were dispatched to the area to locate them and returned them to Israel. The detained civilians were transferred to the Israel Police for further handling. The IDF strongly condemns such incidents, which constitute an additional incident that disturbs the soldiers’ operational activity in the area and puts them in danger. The law enforcement authorities are required to bring those involved to justice and to prevent those individuals from repeatedly engaging in this incident, which constitutes a criminal offense.

IDF: In the Heart of Civilian Infrastructure in the Village of Majdal Zoun: Troops of the 55th Brigade Located Dozens of Weapons in the Security Zone Reserve troops of the 55th Brigade, under the command of the 91st Division, are operating in the village of Majdal Zoun in the Security Zone to remove threats against the State of Israel. During their operations, the troops located dozens of weapons inside civilian infrastructure, including Kalashnikov rifles, magazines, ammunition, grenades, explosives, explosive devices, anti-tank missiles, and mortar shells. In addition, the troops dismantled structures that had been used by Hezbollah. The IDF will continue to operate to remove any threat to its troops and will not allow the Hezbollah terrorist organization to harm Israeli civilians. Attached is footage of weapons located in the area of the village of Majdal Zoun: https://bit.ly/4g2gzsc Attached are photos of the weapons located in the area of the village of Majdal Zoun: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/IDFANC22072026

IDF: The IDF eliminated a sniper cell commander in Hamas’ Nuseirat Battalion and a terrorist who infiltrated Israeli territory on October 7th Earlier this week (Monday), the IDF struck in the southern Gaza Strip and eliminated Ahmad Hisham Mahmoud Louh, a sniper cell commander in Hamas’ Nuseirat Battalion. Mahmoud Louh served as the last sniper cell commander in Hamas’ Nuseirat Battalion. His elimination joins a series of eliminations of sniper cell commanders in the Nuseirat Battalion. In an additional strike in the northern Gaza Strip earlier this week (Monday), the IDF eliminated the terrorist Mahmoud Ali Mahmoud Taroush, a platoon commander in Hamas’ military wing. Mahmoud Taroush infiltrated Israeli territory during the October 7th Massacre. Throughout the war and recently, the terrorists attempted to advance terror attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians. The terrorists posed a threat to the troops and were eliminated in precise aerial strikes. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the ceasefire agreement and will continue to operate to remove any threat.

undergo a period of recovery and training while reducing the scope of reserve service as much as possible.” Attached are the following: Footage from the visit: https://bit.ly/45qEk7k Photos from the visit: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC093293875

IDF: *The Chief of the General Staff in Southern Lebanon: “We are prepared for any change in the situation and ready for a wide range of scenarios. In Lebanon, we have established a Security Zone and are clearing it of terrorist infrastructure—these are areas from which the Hezbollah terrorist organization prepared, threatened, and operated against the communities in northern Israel. If need be, we will deepen our operations and reach additional areas. We are operating according to a clear security doctrine: we maintain a forward defense posture wherever there is a direct threat to our communities and to Israeli civilians. The IDF is responsible for the security of the State of Israel — we will not withdraw from the Security Zone until long-term security is ensured.” The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, visited southern Lebanon today (Wednesday) together with the Commanding Officer of the Northern Command, MG Rafi Milo, the Commanding Officer of the 91st Division, BG Yuval Gaz, and additional commanders. During the visit, he also met with the troops and commanders of the Kfir Brigade (900), which entered ground operations in southern Lebanon for the first time last week after an extended period of combat in the Gaza Strip. During the visit, the Chief of the General Staff held discussions with the brigade’s battalion commanders and the brigade commanders of the 91st Division and assessed their readiness for their mission in the sector. Remarks by the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir: “Our multi-arena operation has not yet ended, and you must be prepared for it to continue. We are prepared for any change in the situation and ready for a wide range of scenarios. You must remain alert and ready to adapt quickly, act rapidly, and be prepared to intensify the damage inflicted on the enemy. We have achieved highly significant accomplishments in the operation against Iran. If need be, we know how to build on those achievements. In Lebanon, we have established a Security Zone are clearing it of terrorist infrastructure—these are areas from which the Hezbollah terrorist organization prepared, threatened, and operated against the communities in northern Israel. If required, we will deepen our operations and reach additional areas. We are operating according to a clear security doctrine: we maintain a forward defense posture wherever there is a direct threat to our communities and to Israeli civilians. The IDF is responsible for the security of the State of Israel—we will not withdraw from the Security Zone until long-term security is ensured. This period presents major leadership challenges. It is important that we communicate the reality to our personnel and preserve their operational readiness. I would like to express my deep appreciation to the 97th Battalion and the 607th Battalion, in which we carried out a significant force-building effort. They continue to prove themselves through their operational performance and the capabilities they bring. Troops of the Kfir Brigade, I look at you—you have been in combat almost continuously for nearly three years, with very few opportunities to recover. You moved from Gaza to Lebanon in a very short period of time. Your combat capability, together with the leadership and front-line command demonstrated by your commanders, is truly impressive. To the brigade commanders—my sincere appreciation. The IDF is a victorious military because of you. There is no mission the IDF has been assigned that it has failed to accomplish, in any arena. Our mission is to continue providing long-term security for the residents of northern Israel. We are operating along the front line of the communities and have removed the threat of cross-border infiltration. We are operating inside Lebanon, in Syria, in Gaza, in Judea and Samaria, and in additional arenas. Our missions continue to evolve, and we are required to increase the size of the IDF and the number of our troops in order to meet them. Our goal is that by the High Holiday period, all regular brigades will be able to

IDF: Chief of the General Staff at the northern border in a meeting with commanders from the Hasmonean Brigade: “One of the lessons we learned from the October 7th massacre is that the IDF must grow, expand, and become stronger. We must increase our reinforcement and build more battalions and brigades capable of operating, defeating the enemy, and defending the State of Israel.” “Our goal is to enable you to serve in the IDF while maintaining your way of life. My commanders and I are committed to this and are giving it considerable thought. Your integration into the IDF is vital to the security of the State of Israel and the entire people of Israel.” “We are seeing an increase in the enlistment of the ultra-Orthodox into the IDF—both in combat roles and combat support roles. We must continue to replicate the Jonathan Battalion and develop the Hasmonean Brigade into a full combat brigade. We will continue moving forward toward one shared goal. I am proud of you and have full confidence in you.” The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, held a discussion today (Wednesday) with the troops of the “Jonathan” Battalion of the Hasmonean Brigade. The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, stated: “We are in a decisive period and continue to fight on multiple fronts simultaneously. We have a strong military whose mission is to protect the State of Israel and its residents. One of the lessons we learned from the October 7th massacre is that the IDF must grow, expand, and become stronger. We must increase our reinforcement and build more battalions and brigades capable of operating, defeating the enemy, and defending the State of Israel. One of the frameworks we established to strengthen the IDF is the Hasmonean Brigade, and I have no doubt that it will become one of the leading brigades in the IDF. This brigade is breaking new ground. Everywhere I meet commanders and ask about the Jonathan Battalion, I hear praise and a desire to keep you in their sector. This battalion is like Nachshon Ben Amminadav, who was the first to step into the sea and pave the way for the entire people. That is how you will be remembered in the history of our nation. As those who first broke new ground, your actions are making it possible to expand the enlistment of the ultra-Orthodox. Our goal is to enable you to serve in the IDF while maintaining your way of life. My commanders and I are committed to this and are giving it considerable thought. Your integration into the IDF is vital to the security of the State of Israel and the entire people of Israel. It is important to me that you preserve your faith and way of life while fulfilling the commandment of defending the State of Israel. It is equally important to me that we uphold every commitment we have made to you. I am aware of the challenges, but this is a national, Jewish, and historic mission. It is a great mitzvah. Today, I also met with the commanders of the 55th Reserve Brigade. This is the third consecutive year that they have reported for reserve duty and carried the burden for hundreds of days. We must expand the circle of those who serve in order to balance the scope of service and ease the burden on them. This is a goal we can achieve by increasing the number of regular service personnel. We are seeing an increase in the enlistment of the ultra-Orthodox into the IDF—both in combat roles and combat support roles. We must continue to replicate the Jonathan Battalion and develop the Hasmonean Brigade into a full combat brigade. We will continue moving forward toward one shared goal. I am proud of you and have full confidence in you.” Attached are the following: Video on the subject: https://bit.ly/4wn5o3c Photo on the subject: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC9389475

IDF: Yesterday (Tuesday), three Israeli civilians arrived in the area of Hermon and crossed the border into Syrian territory. Earlier today (Wednesday), IDF troops who were dispatched to the scene located the civilians returned them to Israeli territory. The detained civilians were transferred to the Israel Police for further handling. The IDF strongly condemns the incident, which constitutes another serious disruption of operational activity and poses a danger to the safety of IDF troops operating in the area. The law enforcement authorities are required to bring those involved to justice and to prevent those individuals from repeatedly engaging in this incident, which constitutes a criminal offense.