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The Commander of the IDF Southern Command, MG Eliezer Toledano, joined Bedouin soldiers and community leaders last night for an Iftar feast—the breaking of the daily #Ramadan fast.
We wish all our Muslim soldiers Ramadan Kareem!
2102
We destroyed another #Hamas cross-border tunnel from #Gaza; the 2nd one in 2 weeks. Hamas fires rockets above ground, digs tunnels underground, & carries out violent riots on ground - TARGETING #CIVILIANS. We struck 20+ Hamas targets in Gaza - TARGETING #TERROR.
2103
As the highest ranking officer in a co-ed unit, Maj. Lior knows that "being a fighter isn't just a matter of arms and legs. You need a lot of intelligence, to know how to make decisions, how to assess situations. And a lot of women have these qualities." We agree!
2104
These photos are from a Hamas rally today in #Gaza. Hamas is teaching a new generation of Palestinian children to hate their neighbors.
2105
In response to the rocket attack on Israel last night, we struck terror targets in Gaza, incl. an underground complex used to produce rocket engines, a Hamas launch compound & anti-aircraft missile storage facility.
We hold Hamas responsible for all terrorist activity in Gaza.
2106
IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi spoke today with @CENTCOM General Frank McKenzie. The two discussed recent regional events and cooperation between both countries.
2107
IDF soldiers & Israel Border Police conducted counterterrorism activities in Jenin to apprehend terrorist suspects this morning.
Palestinian gunmen opened fire at the soldiers, who responded with fire. 1 IDF soldier was injured & evacuated to a hospital for medical attention.
2108
Chairman of @thejointstaff Gen. Mark A. Milley toured the Ground Forces’ Multi-Domain Strike Unit, an elite & innovative combat unit which promotes our offensive capacities, during his 2-day trip to Israel.
We thank the US for its commitment to our strategic partnership.
2109
IDF and Israeli security forces operated in the Jenin camp yesterday.
The security forces apprehended 18 wanted individuals, among them three wanted individuals suspected of terrorist activity in Jenin. 1/6
2110
The Israeli Air Force is participating in the “Blue Sky” aerial exercise in Romania.
Together, we will simulate various scenarios to strengthen the operational competence of the IAF and its servicemembers. 🇮🇱🤝🇷🇴
2111
“As a medic I gave life-saving medical care to my squad sergeant.”
Corporal M. is the soldier and medic in the Tzabar Battalion, who neutralized the assailant and immediately provided vital medical care to the soldier stabbed at an IDF military post earlier today.
2112
Ramadan is starting soon. Due to the fight against #COVID-19, Israeli Muslims, like all Israelis, are staying at home. Lt. Col. Jonathan Conricus traveled to northern Israel to see how the Israel Defense Forces is helping Israeli Muslims prepare for their holy month. Take a look.
2113
An IDF bus accidentally entered the Qalandia refugee camp, south of Ramallah. Palestinians surrounded the bus and rioted, throwing rocks at it. As a result, an IDF officer and two soldiers were lightly injured. Israeli forces fired into the air to disperse the riot.
2114
For the last 6 hours, thousands of Israeli civilians living in these cities have been running for shelter as more than 70 rockets were launched at them from the Gaza Strip
2115
IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi arrived in Cyprus last night for the "Beyond the Horizon / AGAPINOR" exercise as part of the IDF "Chariots of Fire" exercise.
LTG Kohavi was received by Chief of the Cypriot National Guard General Staff Lt. Gen. Dimokritos Zervakis.
2116
As the week comes to a close, these soldiers from the Michve Alon training base want to wish you a Shabbat Shalom!
2117
IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi and @CENTCOM Commander General Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. spoke tonight about the transfer of Israel to CENTCOM AOR.
Here’s to furthering regional stability and strengthening future cooperation 🇮🇱 🇺🇸
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2119
A chilling first-hand account of the blast that shook Argentina 25 years ago.
Watch the full video:
youtu.be/eKtbfRiX3nM
#AMIA25
2120
🔴A terrorist shot live fire near the Tzion Barrier in Hebron earlier today. A security guard in the area neutralized the terrorist.
A number of civilians were injured & were evacuated for medical treatment.
IDF soldiers are searching the area for the suspects.
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In response, we struck approx 100 Hamas terror targets in Gaza:
🎯35 weapons manufacturing sites
🎯30 underground infrastructures
🎯20 observation posts
🎯10 aerial platforms
🎯naval targets
These strikes constitute a significant blow to Hamas' infrastructure of terror.
2122
An attempted drive-by shooting attack on a military post adjacent to the city of Nablus was just reported.
Our troops are searching the area for the assailants.
2123
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#WednesdayWisdom
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How do you #SpreadTheLight?
2125
While in self-isolation, the IDF Chief of the General Staff had an important message to share with his soldiers:
"I will continue to command all operational activity from my office. I will continue to supervise all IDF efforts to combat the spread of #COVID19.”
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