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In March 2002, Israel faced one of the worst waves of terrorism in its history.
20 years later, the fight against terror continues.
This was the reality of the Second Intifada:
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Ahead of the renewal of the @UNIFIL_ mandate, the IDF & @IsraelMFA took ambassadors and diplomats to Israel’s northern border & a neutralized Hezbollah terror tunnel.
@UNIFIL_ must fully implement UNSC Resolution #1701 to prevent Hezbollah terror activity in southern Lebanon.
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IDF tanks just struck two Hamas military posts in Gaza in response to the explosive device thrown during tonight’s Gaza riots that left an IDF soldier injured.
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Although these soldiers were exempt from enlisting in the IDF, they went above and beyond to serve their country.
Here are their inspiring stories:
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It was an honor to welcome U.S. President Mr. Joe Biden to Israel today.
@POTUS was presented with IDF aerial defense systems, including the Iron Dome and the new Iron Beam Laser Air Defense System.
Together, we strengthen the ties between our nations and allies in the region.
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Calling a violent riot a “peaceful protest” is like calling @foodgod a picky eater…
He just isn’t.
#StopHamas
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Tell us again how these are only "civilian protests" with a "political aim" and aren’t "military action". We're sure that when you interview these "rioters", they'll also claim to only be "teachers" or "sport players", or "socializing", as alleged in your "report".
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This week marks Eid al-Adha, a holy holiday that is celebrated by Muslims & Druze around the world. We wish our soldiers and all those celebrating an Eid Mubarak! ☪
عيد أضحى مبارك!
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Our soldiers spotted a Hamas terrorist drone attempting to cross into Israeli territory from the Gaza Strip a short while ago.
The drone was monitored throughout the incident & did not cross into Israel. IDF soldiers downed & collected the drone adjacent to the security fence.
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🚨 For the 5th hour straight, rockets are being launched from #Gaza at Israeli families 🚨
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🚨RIGHT NOW: Air-raid sirens sounding across southern Israel
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🚨Air-raid sirens sounding in southern Israel🚨
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A drive-by shooting attack on a military post just took place at the entrance to the city of Nablus. No IDF injuries were reported.
IDF troops are searching the area for the assailants.
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For almost a year, Israel has been contending with organized violence and military attacks led by Hamas on Israel’s border. For more information, videos, and previously unreleased intelligence, see our website: bit.ly/GazaFAQ
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Overnight, terrorists hurled Molotov cocktails toward a building in Oz Zion, east of Ramallah. IDF, @israelpolice and firefighter troops were dispatched to the scene and extinguished the fire.
Security forces are searching the area and operating to apprehend the terrorists.
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È stato un piacere 🇮🇱🤝🇮🇹
Gen. Enzo Vecciarelli, Chief of the Defence Staff of the Italian Armed Forces, met with senior IDF officials incl. LTG Aviv Kohavi in Israel to discuss technological capabilities & regional challenges, with a focus on the Iranian threat.
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The IDF is investigating the event and looking into the possibility that journalists were hit by the Palestinian gunmen. 3/3
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🚨 Sirens sounding in southern Israel 🚨
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The time that it takes you to read the text in this video is all the time that they have.
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“We will respond both overtly and covertly to any violation of Israeli sovereignty from Lebanon, whoever it may be.”
—IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi today during his visit to the Northern Command
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🚨 Air-raid sirens sounding in southern Israel 🚨
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🔺2:50pm - Dozens more rockets fired from Gaza at Israel. IDF strikes Islamic Jihad terror targets in Gaza including:
• training compounds
• underground weapon manufacturing sites
• weapon storage facilities
🔺4:00pm - IDF strikes additional Islamic Jihad targets.
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Since last night:
🔺Approx. 180 rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip at Israel.
🔺The Iron Dome aerial defense system intercepted over 30 launches. The majority of projectiles landed in open areas.
🔺In response, the IDF targeted over 150 terror targets in the Gaza Strip
Official IDF Twitter account. We tweet real-time information and updates in 7 languages—choose yours: bit.ly/twitteridf