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Meet the new IDF International Spokesperson, @LtColRichard:
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The whole world was put on hold when the twin towers were attacked on 9/11.
Today, we remember the 2,977 innocent victims that were taken away at the hands of terrorism.
We must never let a tragedy like this happen ever again. That’s why we will #NeverForget
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The first International Operational Innovation Conference will be held on Monday, September 12.
Chiefs of Staff & commanders from armies all over the world will come together to discuss topics of innovation & future challenges on the modern battlefield in this week-long event.
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Are you ready for the full moon tomorrow? The Israeli Air Force certainly is.
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15 years ago on September 6, 2007, IDF fighter jets carried out Operation Orchard, and destroyed a nuclear reactor in Syria that threatened the whole Middle East.
The IDF takes any threat against Israelis very seriously, and will operate against any threat to our civilians.
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IDF soldiers spotted a number of suspects attempting to smuggle drugs from Egypt into Israeli territory this morning. These 25kg of drugs, estimated to be worth half a million NIS, were confiscated.
We will continue operating to secure Israel's borders.
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IDF and Israeli security forces conducted counterterrorism activities in Judea and Samaria overnight and this morning.
A total of 17 suspects were apprehended and over 10,000 NIS worth of illegal funds designated for terrorist activities, weapons and ammunition were confiscated.
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An explosive device was hurled at an IDF post adjacent to the town of Nabi Saleh last night.
4 IDF soldiers were lightly injured & received medical treatment at the scene.
We will continue to fight the threat of terrorism.
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Today, three IDF F-16i fighter jets accompanied two U.S. B-52 bombers through Israel’s skies on their way to the Gulf.
This flight is part of the close cooperation with the U.S. Armed Forces, which is significant to maintaining aerial security in Israel and the Middle East.
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A shooting attack took place in the Jordan Valley area earlier today during which armed terrorists fired at a bus, injuring 6 IDF soldiers & a civilian.
IDF forces apprehended 2 individuals suspected of carrying out the attack. They are still searching for additional terrorists.
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“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.
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Initial report: A report was received regarding a stabbing attack adjacent to the town of Kiryat Arba. The assailant was neutralized. Details to follow.
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IDF and Israeli security forces conducted counterterrorism activities in Judea and Samaria overnight.
A total of 6 suspects were arrested and an M-16 and 3 shot guns were confiscated, as well as illegal ammunition and funds designated for terrorist activities.
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During a military exercise in northern Israel, an IDF soldier passed away today after extensive resuscitation efforts. The Military Police have opened an investigation into the matter.
The soldier’s family has been notified & the IDF will continue to support them at this time.
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IDF and Israeli security forces conducted counterterrorism activities in Judea and Samaria.
A total of 12 suspects were apprehended and illegal weapons and ammunition were found.
Here is Commanding Officer of the “202” Battalion, LTC Almog Rotem, with some more details:
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IDF and Israel security forces conducted counterterrorism activities in Judea and Samaria overnight and this morning.
During the activities, a suspected terrorist fired at soldiers while barricaded in a residential building, eventually surrendering. 1/2
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Earlier today, IDF and Israeli security forces prevented these weapons from being smuggled illegally into Israeli territory, after IDF observation soldiers spotted the suspects.
The weapons and suspects have been transferred for processing.
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IDF and Israeli security forces thwarted a weapons smuggling attempt in the Jordan Valley.
Last weekend, these 10 handguns and 3 suspects—among them the head of the smuggling operation—were detained. They were transferred for further processing.
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Earlier this morning, IDF soldiers spotted multiple suspects attempting to smuggle drugs into Israel.
The soldiers operated to thwart the attempt, and confiscated 50 kg of drugs worth approximately 2 million shekels.
The drugs were transferred to the Israel Police.
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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.
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IDF and Israeli security forces apprehended 14 terrorist suspects and confiscated these weapons overnight in Judea and Samaria.
We will continue to act to prevent terrorist attacks on all fronts.
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Lt. Col. Revital Barzani has just become the 1st ever female battalion commander in our Aerial Defense Corps.
She takes charge of the 66th Battalion, which operates the ‘David’s Sling’ Defense System & manages alerts for the home front.
Israel’s skies have never been safer 💪
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Seeing double?
This is Lt. Ella Amir and Lt. Shira Amir. These twin sisters are serving together as commanders in the IDF Officers Course.
Thank you, Lt. Ella and Lt. Shira, for making twice the impact! 🇮🇱
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On this Intl. Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, we mourn the lives taken by terrorist attacks here in Israel and around the world.
As we remember the victims of global terrorism, we recommit ourselves to defending Israelis from this ongoing threat.
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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.
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