2051
Ambassadors to the @UN and diplomats viewed firsthand a Hezbollah terrorist tunnel dug under the border from Lebanon into Israel.
Hezbollah is a global threat and should be recognized internationally for what it really is: a violent, Iranian-backed terrorist army.
2052
IDF troops & @israelpolice arrested suspects who were spotted smuggling bags including 2 kg of drugs and firearms from Lebanon into Israel yesterday.
Weapons smuggled from Lebanon into Israel have been used in the past for terror attacks inside Israel by Hezbollah & others.
2053
In a joint operation overnight, the IDF, ISA & @israelpolice thwarted a weapon smuggling attempt from Jordan into Israel. Forces apprehended one of the suspects and confiscated 15 weapons.
2054
Following a joint Israeli security forces operation in Jenin, the Hamas terrorist operative suspected of carrying out the shooting attack in Huwara, in which 2 Israelis were killed, was neutralized.
During an exchange of fire, armed assailants used an ambulance as a shield. 1/2
2055
Moments ago, an IAF aircraft targeted a wagon used by members of the Hamas terror organization to prepare arson and explosive balloons in the northern Gaza Strip with the intention of launching them into Israeli territory
2056
12,000 IDF soldiers are now deployed across Israel in various missions as part of the fight against #COVID19.
Our soldiers will begin to evacuate elderly civilians from Bnei Brak to IDF-managed quarantine facilities in hotels & distribute supplies to the city's residents.
2057
Our troops spotted an assailant who attempted to stab two of our soldiers.
One soldier blocked the assailant’s multiple stabbing attacks. The commander at the scene fired toward the assailant and neutralized him.
No IDF injuries reported.
2058
A report was just received regarding a ramming attack adjacent to the town of Huwara. The assailant has been neutralized.
2059
We wouldn’t be where we are today if it wasn’t for the women who came before us.
Colonel Yael Grossman, and Brigadier General Liron Donel your hard work and achievements have paved the way for the younger generation to follow.
2060
Hamas is targeting Israeli civilians from every angle
2061
🚨 RIGHT NOW: Air-raid sirens sounding in Tel Aviv.
2062
After nearly a month of relative quiet between Israel and #Gaza, a rocket was just fired from Gaza at Israel.
2063
For the first time, the Israeli Navy participated with 60 intl navies in 'IMX'—the largest intl naval exercise—led by the @US5thFleet.
'IMX' focused on joint rescue efforts and neutralizing naval threats. We will continue to strengthen regional maritime security with our allies.
2064
🔺 11:01am - IDF targets 2 Islamic Jihad operatives preparing to launch rockets at Israel
🔺 12:11pm - IDF fighter jets strike Islamic Jihad terror targets in Gaza
🔺 12:22pm - More rockets fired at Israel
2065
4/ Dear world,
The international outrage should begin now.
Hezbollah should not be storing weapons in civilian areas and risking the lives of the Lebanese people.
Humans should not serve as shields for weapons.
2066
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“Today, the prosecutor of the ICC announced her decision to launch a criminal investigation of alleged war crimes related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
This decision is fundamentally invalid and was made without authority and on flawed grounds.”
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2068
Initial report: A report was received regarding a stabbing attack adjacent to the town of Kiryat Arba. The assailant was neutralized. Details to follow.
2069
Earlier tonight, Wednesday July 11th, the IDF targeted three military posts in Syria in response to the infiltration of the Syrian UAV into Israel that was intercepted by the IDF earlier today
2070
Some of Islamic Jihad’s rockets misfire and end up hitting Gazan buildings instead of their intended targets: Israeli homes.
This happens more than you think. (2/3)
2071
A short time ago, a radio-controlled aircraft crossed into Israel from Lebanon. Sirens were sounded & aerial defense systems were activated. After a few minutes, radar contact was lost with the aircraft.
The event is under investigation & civilian life has returned to routine.
2072
IDF soldiers & Israeli security forces continued intelligence-based counterterrorism activities in Judea and Samaria overnight and this morning.
An IDF soldier was lightly injured and 15 terrorist suspects were apprehended, including 3 Hamas operatives. 1/2
2073
A report was received regarding live fire shot at an Israeli bus adjacent to the village of Silwad.
No injuries were reported. IDF soldiers are currently searching the area for the suspects.
2074
IAF Commander Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin returned today from a visit to the United States, where he met with his @USMC counterpart & @usairforce Commander Gen. Charles Brown to discuss strengthening future cooperation & strategic developments in the Middle East.
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2075
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IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi:
“The IDF and the intelligence community know a fair amount about what is happening in Iran and are working against Iranian entrenchment throughout the Middle East. Operations to counter threatening Iranian capabilities…
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