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IDF: Following the terror attack at the gas station in Eli, IDF soldiers are continuing to carry out scans in the area.

Attached are photos of the soldiers at the scene: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC292202402873
IDF: A short while ago, launches were identified toward Goren in northern Israel. No injuries were reported. IDF soldiers struck the source of the fire.

IDF fighter jets struck a Hezbollah military compound in the area of Blida, where a terrorist operative was identified.
In addition, IDF soldiers struck to remove a threat in the area of Meiss El Jabal.

Attached is a related video: https://bit.ly/42WLKgy
IDF: Following the statement of IDF Spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari:

Attached is footage of IDF troops in the area of the humanitarian aid convoy in northern Gaza: https://bit.ly/3IgISBN

Attached is new footage of the IDF strike on a Hezbollah aerial defense military compound in the Beqaa Valley: https://bit.ly/3IghTGm
IDF: Attached is a statement in English by IDF Spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari regarding this morning's incident involving a humanitarian aid convoy in northern Gaza and the IDF's ongoing humanitarian aid efforts:
https://bit.ly/49QRISv

Attached is an aerial image of the area of ​​the convoy incident: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC6972323
IDF: A short while ago, IDF fighter jets struck a Hezbollah military compound in the area of Ayta ash Shab and Hezbollah terror infrastructure in the area of Labbouneh, southern Lebanon.

Attached is a related video: https://bit.ly/49yhtY1
IDF: IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari:

"We have eliminated over 220 Hezbollah terrorists and tens of other Palestinian terrorists and struck over 4,000 Hezbollah targets: weapons storage facilities, operational headquarters, strategic capabilities and Radwan posts and infrastructure. 4,000 targets."

Please find attached the translation of a briefing by the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: https://www.idf.il/183163
IDF: Chief of the General Staff at the scene of the attack in Eli: “It is due to the professional operation of a reserves officer who returned from combat in Gaza that the incident concluded and a greater disaster was averted.”

Attached is a related video: https://bit.ly/49QL6DC

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The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi, arrived at the scene of the shooting attack at the gas station in Eli today (Thursday), and conducted a situational assessment in order to strengthen security in the area. The assessment was conducted with the Commanding Officer of the Judea and Samaria Division, the Commanding Officer of the Benyamin Brigade and representatives from the Central Command, the ISA and the Israel Police. LTG Halevi met with Aviad Gazbar, a reserves officer in the Givati Brigade who neutralized the terrorist, and praised his corageous actions which prevented a greater disaster.

Chief of the General Staff: "This is a severe terrorist attack, in which two Israeli civilians were killed. We mourn their deaths. It is due to the professional operation of a reserves officer who returned from combat in Gaza that the incident concluded and a greater disaster was averted. The central command’s security forces’ counterterrorism efforts are always ongoing, and we will derive the appropriate lessons from the incident in order to strengthen defense.”
IDF: IDF troops of the Bislamach Brigade began activities in the heart of Khan Yunis; the IDF struck terror targets in a location from which launches were carried out yesterday toward Israel

Following the launches that were carried out yesterday from the Gaza Strip into Israel, IDF aircraft struck the location from which the launches were carried out along with additional terror targets in the area, including a Hamas terror tunnel shaft and military compounds.

Yesterday (Thursday), troops of the Bislamach Brigade entered the heart of Khan Yunis and joined the activities of the 98th Division in the area in order to defeat the Hamas terrorist organization.
Over the past day, IDF troops identified two terrorists carrying weapons, one of them also carrying a bag containing an explosive device. A helicopter targeted and killed the terrorists.

Over the past day, IDF troops conducted targeted raids on a series of targets in western Khan Yunis. During the activity, the troops located a weapon storage facility containing numerous AK-47 rifles and ammunition. Additionally, four terrorists approached IDF troops, which directed an aircraft, that targeted and killed the terrorists.

Furthermore in Khan Yunis, based on the direction of IDF troops, a fighter jet struck a pit in which rocket launchers were concealed.

In central Gaza, IDF troops killed a number of terrorists throughout the past day. During one of the activities, the troops identified a terrorist cell approaching them, and responded by firing mortar shells and a spike missile, killing them.

Attached is a video of the IDF strikes in the Gaza Strip: https://bit.ly/49FmnTe

Attached are photos of the IDF activities in the Gaza Strip: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC01032400
IDF: Terrorists hiding in a school and weapons located in safe houses: The 7th Brigade combat team’s operational activity in western Khan Yunis

The 7th Brigade combat team is continuing to fight in western Khan Yunis, eliminating terrorists and destroying terrorist infrastructure.

Over the past week, troops operated in a variety of areas where IDF forces have yet to operate and conducted targeted raids on the houses of senior Hamas operatives.

The soldiers encountered dozens of terrorists in the heart of a residential neighborhood and eliminated them utilizing tank fire, close-quarters combat and guided aerial fire.

The soldiers located ammunition magazines, RPG missiles, explosives, Kalashnikov rifles, uniforms and Hamas military equipment in the terrorists’ houses.

During a targeted raid on terrorist infrastructure in western Khan Yunis, the troops apprehended dozens of terrorists who were hiding in a school at the time of the operational activity. During their investigations, the terrorists provided intelligence that was transferred directly to the forces operating in Khan Yunis. Additionally, the Brigade’s Fire Control Center eliminated five armed terrorists in a vehicle, that had posed a threat to IDF troops.

Attached is footage of the 7th Brigade combat team: https://bit.ly/3IhugSH

Attached is footage of the elimination of terrorists from the air by the Brigade’s Fire Control Center: https://bit.ly/3IhuQjl

Attached are photos of the weapons located: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC79465

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IDF: Over the last hour, a number of launches from Lebanon, which fell in open terrain in the area of Margaliot in northern Israel, were identified.

Additionally, a short while ago, IDF fighter jets struck a Hezbollah military structure in the area of Ayta ash Shab. Furthermore, an additional Hezbollah military structure, as well as terrorist infrastructure in the area of Jabal Blat, were struck.

Attached is video footage of the strikes: https://bit.ly/49PbqxK
IDF: Locating many weapons and terrorist fire from within buildings: the Givati ​​Brigade combat team targeted dozens of terrorist infrastructure in Abasan in Khan Yunis

Over the past week the Givati Brigade combat team has been operating in Abasan in eastern Khan Yunis, located approximately 2 kilometers from the border. The forces carried out several operations in the area and eliminated dozens of terrorists.

The operation began with aerial strikes in cooperation with the brigade’s Fire Control Center, including strikes on dozens of terrorist targets above and below the ground.

The soldiers operated in the area of Abasan al-Saghira. During one of their operations searching the houses of terrorist operatives, the forces located a hideout where they found weapons, including anti tank missiles, drones, sniper rifles, Kalashnikov Rifles, grenades, explosives, RPG missiles and more.

While searching terrorist infrastructure in the area, the soldiers of the Givati Reconnaissance Battalion encountered terrorists who opened fire on them from close range. The forces returned fire within seconds and eliminated the terrorists. SSGT Ido Eli Zrihen z"l and SSGT Narya Belete z"l were killed in action during this battle.

Terrorists from Abasan infiltrated and attacked the communities of Kissufim, Ein HaShlosha, Nirim and Nir Oz on October 7, 2023.

Attached is footage from the activity of the Givati Brigade’s forces: https://bit.ly/3TfUefB

Attached is footage of the elimination of a terrorist by the Givati Brigade’s combat team: https://bit.ly/49UZrPy

Attached are photos of weapons located by the forces: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC290224123456
IDF: The Central Command completed a Training Program in preparation for escalation. The training involved scenarios ranging from ambushes and violent riots to community protection

The Central Command’s training program for commanders was held this week at the Lachish training base. The program, intended for both active duty and reserve commanders, was overseen by the Chief of Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi and the Commanding Officer of the Central Command, MG Yehuda Fuchs.

As part of the program, battalion commanders went through a variety of stations led by brigade commanders in which they simulated various scenarios and learned approaches to dealing with them. They reviewed lessons learned from recent incidents through planning and analysis of the operational responses.
The purpose of the program is to improve the Central Command leadership's preparation and competency in the event of potential escalations.

Chief of the General Staff LTG Herzi Halevi:
“The IDF and the ISA's intensive counterterrorism efforts in Judea and Samaria prevent an escalation in the security situation and allow us to focus on fighting in Gaza and Lebanon and to achieve important results. You have great responsibility in Judea and Samaria to achieve the goals of the war and to arrive strong and prepared to each mission. This is even more important before Ramadan. We could not have accomplished these achievements without the outstanding reservists who are here; I greatly appreciate your significant work in all arenas."

Commanding Officer of the Central Command, MG Yehuda Fuchs:
"Readiness for an escalation is fundamental; every day, you must improve your abilities in preparation for the next day. There may be an incident, whether real or not, that could lead hundreds of thousands to take to the streets, and this needs to be anticipated and prepared for in every respect. I'd like to express my deep appreciation to everyone who worked hard on this important, meaningful and educational day."

Attached is a related video: https://bit.ly/3TgIj0R

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IDF: A short while ago, IDF fighter jets and artillery struck terrorist infrastructure, as well as two military structures belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the area of Ramyeh.

Additionally, a number of terrorists were identified exiting one of the military compounds, shortly after which they were struck and eliminated.

Attached is video footage of the strikes: https://bit.ly/48xR2QJ
IDF: Sirens sounded in the city of Ashkelon and communities near the Gaza Strip.
IDF: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
IDF: IDF operations in the Gaza Strip continue: After rockets were fired into Israel yesterday, the IDF promptly struck the area of the launch

Following the launches that were carried out yesterday (Friday) from the Gaza Strip into Zikim in Israel, IDF aircraft struck in the location from which the launches were carried out in the northern Gaza Strip. Additional terror targets in the area, including launching pits and terrorist infrastructure used by the Hamas terrorist organization, were also struck.

In addition, in response to the launches that were carried out toward the city of Sderot on Thursday, IDF troops directed an aircraft to strike the terrorist infrastructure from which the launches were fired.

IDF troops are continuing to operate in western Khan Yunis. Over the past day, the troops killed terrorists and located weapons in the area including explosive devices, grenades, AK-47 rifles, and vests. In addition, the brigade's fire control center directed aircraft to a series of strikes that eliminated eight terrorists, including those carrying a suspicious explosive object near the troops.

Furthermore, IDF troops killed approximately 20 terrorists in the central Gaza Strip over the past day. During one incident, the brigade's fire control center identified a terrorist cell loading weapons onto a vehicle driving adjacent to the troops. An aircraft was promptly directed to strike and thwart the cell.
In a separate incident, multiple terrorist cells operating near the troops were swiftly eliminated through coordinated efforts between the fire control center and ground forces.

Three terrorists were also eliminated in an aircraft strike in the Rimal area.

IDF troops from the Multidimensional Unit are also continuing to operate in the central Gaza Strip. The soldiers eliminated a number of terrorists using an innovative offensive tool.

Attached is a video of the IDF strikes in the Gaza Strip: https://bit.ly/3TiDowq

Attached are photos of the IDF activities in the Gaza Strip: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/anc0302202468451235412
IDF: This morning, IDF aircraft struck a vehicle in southern Lebanon, in which a number of terrorists who launched rockets into Israeli territory were driving in. The terrorists operated under the Imam Hossein Division, which is affiliated with Iran and operates for the Hezbollah terrorist organization.

In addition, IDF fighter jets struck Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure in the area of Labbouneh in southern Lebanon a short while ago. Moreover, two Hezbollah military compounds were struck in the area of Blida overnight.

Attached is a video of the strike on the terrorists' vehicle and the elimination of the terrorists: https://bit.ly/3IiWJHw

Attached is a video of the IDF strikes: https://bit.ly/3T7Y8pI
IDF: Footage of the Commando Brigade’s offensive in western Khan Yunis: Soldiers of the Egoz Unit operated in compounds affiliated with senior Hamas operatives and combat areas

The Commando Brigade’s soldiers are engaged in intense combat in western Khan Yunis, during which they are eliminating dozens of terrorists and conducting operations in terrorist infrastructures following precise intelligence.

Soldiers of the Egoz Unit operated in a compound affiliated with Yahya Sinwar, where they located an AK-47 hidden in the building. The soldiers also operated in an additional building where large amounts of military equipment were located, including Hamas uniforms, vests, submachine guns, binoculars, a laptop and ammunition.

In recent weeks, the soldiers of the Commando Brigade’s Training School and its commanders joined the combat alongside the Commando Brigade and other brigades in Khan Yunis. The soldiers eliminated dozens of terrorists and conducted targeted operational activities on terrorist infrastructure, in which mortars, terrorist combat equipment, weapons and grenades were located.

Attached is footage from the body cams of soldiers of Egoz Unit soldiers: https://bit.ly/42Xtt2J

Attached are photos of the weapons located in the area: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC29022435353

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IDF: Sirens sounded in communities near the Gaza Strip.
IDF: Attached is a link to the IDF website, where further updates on three fallen soldiers have been published: https://www.idf.il/59780
IDF: Earlier today (Saturday), the IDF and ISA targeted Islamic Jihad terrorists and terror infrastructure in the area of Rafah.

The precision strike was conducted against Islamic Jihad terrorists, and no damage was caused to the hospital in the area.

The IDF will continue to operate in accordance with international law and make every effort to prevent any harm to noncombatants.