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During intelligence-based counterterrorism activity, our soldiers & security forces apprehended 20 terrorist suspects in Judea & Samaria overnight. 1 suspect was involved in vandalizing the religious site, Joseph’s Tomb, on Sunday.
We will continue to operate against terrorism.
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Joseph’s Tomb is a heritage site sacred to Jews, Muslims and Christians.
Palestinian rioters vandalized and set fire to the tomb last night.
A religious site should never be a place for violence.
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"Our mission is simple—we need to stop terrorism and restore safety and a sense of security. We will do whatever it takes, whatever is necessary, for however long and wherever needed." —IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi 3/3
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A Palestinian terrorist from Ya’bad murdered 5 people in the recent terror attack in Bnei Brak. In a counterterrorism operation in Ya'bad last night, IDF special forces apprehended 8 terrorist suspects, confiscated weapons and an explosive prepared for a future attack. 1/3
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Armed Palestinian assailants are currently firing at IDF and Border Police troops conducting counterterrorism activities in the city of Jenin. In response, our soldiers are firing toward the armed assailants.
This M-16 rifle used by one of the assailants has been confiscated:
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Last night, a Palestinian terrorist opened fire at a bar full of innocent people in the heart of Tel Aviv:
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It's hard not to smile after finishing four months of combat training.
Mazal tov to these Border Protection Corps soldiers who received their camouflage berets!
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IDF soldiers & Israel Police forces thwarted a weapons smuggling attempt next to the border fence with Jordan overnight.
We identified 2 armed suspects, apprehended a suspect & confiscated 30 weapons. The suspect & weapons were transferred to the Israel Police.
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This is Captain T.
She is an IDF Intelligence Officer who has led efforts to apprehend suspects involved in recent terrorist attacks in Israel.
"It's a honor for me to protect the people of Israel."—Captain T.
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Air forces from 🇮🇱🇮🇹🇨🇾🇬🇷🇨🇦🇸🇮🇺🇸 flew wing-to-wing in the “Iniohos” International Air Force Exercise in Greece, simulating:
✅air-to-air combat scenarios
✅advanced surface-to-air missile threats
✅combat maneuvers in enemy territory
The mission: strengthen strategic cooperation.
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As the holy month of #Ramadan begins, we wish all those celebrating in Israel and around the world a blessed and safe holiday.
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A terrorist cell in Shuweika was successfully thwarted by the IDF and ISA.
The final suspect, who was found with a weapon, was apprehended before attempting to carry out another terrorist attack.
We will continue our counterterrorism efforts.
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Jews.
Druze.
Christian Arabs.
Terrorism doesn't discriminate against any identity.
We will continue operating against the threat of terror to protect all of our civilians.
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"The terrorist took advantage of an agricultural crossing which improves the well-being of the Palestinians and their economy to carry out a murderous terrorist attack." — IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi 1/2
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Following the recent deadly terrorist attacks in Israel, IDF soldiers apprehended a total of 31 terrorist suspects overnight, including a suspected ISIS operative.
We will continue our counterterrorism activities in order to protect Israeli civilians.
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STABBING ATTACK: A Palestinian terrorist stabbed an Israeli civilian on a bus at the Neve Daniel junction. Another civilian on the bus operated to thwart the attack and neutralized the terrorist.
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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.
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Last night, 5 Israelis were killed in a terrorist attack in Bnei Brak.
Following the attack, IDF soldiers and Israeli security forces apprehended 5 individuals suspected of being involved in the killings.
We will continue our counterterrorism activities.
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In an IDF situational assessment, it was decided to deploy additional troops to the area of Judea and Samaria.
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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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IDF F-15 fighter jets escorted an American B-52 bomber through Israeli skies on its way to the Gulf today.
Our close cooperation with the @usairforce is a pillar in strengthening the defense of Israel's airspace and promoting stability in the Middle East.
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Italy 🇮🇹
Israel 🇮🇱
Cyprus 🇨🇾
Greece 🇬🇷
Canada 🇨🇦
Slovenia 🇸🇮
& the U.S. 🇺🇸
will be training together in the “Iniohos” International Air Force Exercise in Greece.
The goal: to strengthen the cooperation, coordination & communication between our air forces.
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After over 37 years of flying in the Israeli Air Force, outgoing IAF Commander Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin conducted his final flight with the 133rd Squadron today.
F-15 fighter jets and @USAFCENT aircraft joined the formation to honor Maj. Gen. Norkin for this special flight.
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The annual “Noble Dina” international naval exercise in the Mediterranean west of Cyprus just came to an end.
We joined our allies to simulate combating naval and aerial threats & strengthen our operational cooperation.
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We welcomed the “Elevated Sensor” advance warning and detection system, defending from aerial threats.
A product of 🇮🇱-🇺🇸 collaboration, the aerostat system will cruise over Israel and provide exceptional multi-directional detection capabilities against advanced threats.
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