A two-week-long multi-force training exercise led by IDF Ground Forces, in cooperation with MARCENT forces and the @USMC, has ended. U.S. Marines trained alongside IDF troops with an emphasis on open and urban field combat. Looking forward to future cooperation!
Last week, IAF Commander Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin visited the UAE for the first time and attended the Dubai International Air Chiefs' Conference (DIAC) for global air force commanders. This visit is an example of the growing cooperation between air forces in the Middle East.
What does your work day look like? 😎🤙🚁 Aircrew members Maj. H, Maj. (Res.) N, and Sgt. First Class O flew over southern Israel in the "Yanshuf" (Blackhawk) helicopter, which is used for search and rescue scenarios.
.@USAmbUN is currently at Palmachim Air Force Base, where she is seeing the Iron Dome and other air defense systems. These systems are the result of a joint strategic effort between Israel and the U.S. and have saved millions of lives from terrorist organizations.
.@USAmbUN visited the Kerem Shalom border crossing, where humanitarian goods are delivered to Gazan civilians. We discussed the importance of delivering aid to Palestinians in need in a manner that does not benefit Hamas.
As part of the ongoing strategic relationship between Israel, Greece and Cyprus, the IDF led a joint cyber defense training exercise this week. Our cooperation is a vital tool in developing cyber resilience in this expanding operational domain. 🇮🇱🇬🇷🇨🇾
🇮🇱🤝🇮🇳 Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army @adgpi General Manoj Mukund Naravane, hosted by his Israeli counterpart MG Tamir Yadai, met with IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi in Israel. Cooperation between Israel and India makes our armies stronger together.
"The child shall be protected against all forms of neglect, cruelty and exploitation." —Declaration of the Rights of the Child, Principle 9 #OTD in 1959, the @UN adopted this declaration. Instead of protecting children, Hamas blatantly violates their rights. This has to stop.
A Hamas terrorist opened fire in the Old City of Jerusalem this morning, murdering a civilian. Soon after, Hamas distributed sweets to Palestinians in Gaza and praised the "heroic" terrorist. Hamas is a terrorist organization that promotes violence and must be condemned.
1/2 In recent months, security forces apprehended dozens of Hamas terrorists, all part of a large-scale terrorist cell in Judea and Samaria. The terrorist cell possessed many weapons and explosives meant to kill civilians, including cartridges, ammunition and an explosive belt.
It's a transatlantic threat. From the Middle East to Latin America, Hezbollah grows more dangerous every day. Here’s how:
Brig. Gen. Orly Markman has been named Head of the IDF Court of Appeals, making her the third woman to be appointed Major General in the IDF. We salute you, Brig. Gen. Orly!
She’s flying through the glass ceiling ✈️ Congratulations to Maj. Y., who just became the first woman squadron commander in the IAF’s Flight School. Yesterday, Maj. Y. assumed command of the WSO (Weapons Systems Operator) Squadron.
What has the Duvdevan Unit been up to? ✔ Thwarting a Hamas terrorist cell in Judea and Samaria ✔ Saving lives by confiscating terrorist weapons and explosive belts ✔ Training with advanced weaponry and robots Here is a rare peek into a Duvdevan Unit combat exercise:
On Friday, November 26, 2021, the IDF Home Front Command began to assist with the newly discovered Omicron COVID-19 variant. We will do everything we can to prevent the spread of the virus and keep Israel safe.
IDF soldiers wish you a happy Hanukkah, the festival of lights.
Every day, our soldiers raise the Israeli flag high and are proud to defend everything it stands for.
This International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the IDF HQ is lit up in purple in honor of people with disabilities in Israel and around the world.
Caught in the act! Hezbollah terrorists dug tunnels from Lebanon to infiltrate into Israel and attack civilians. On this day in 2018, the IDF launched Operation Northern Shield to expose and neutralize those tunnels. Take a look at what happened inside one of them:
A Hamas terrorist died yesterday when an underground terrorist tunnel collapsed in Gaza. Materials for these tunnels could have been used to build schools, homes and clinics. Hamas’ ongoing destructive behavior continuously endangers the people of Gaza.
A ceremony was held today to mark the completion of an underground sensory concrete barrier between Israel and Gaza. The 65-km-long barrier is equipped to detect terrorist threats, both on land and underwater, in order to prevent infiltrations and protect Israeli civilians.
We extend our deepest condolences to the people of India following today’s tragic helicopter crash, which resulted in the death of the Chief of Defence Staff of the Indian Armed Forces, General Bipin Rawat.
LTG Aviv Kohavi: "I cherish General Rawat’s service and send my heartfelt condolences to his and all the victims’ families. The IDF has found an important partnership with the Indian Armed Forces under General Rawat; this partnership will only continue to strengthen and deepen.”
In its 34 years of existence, Hamas has done nothing but spread destruction. Imagine what the next few years could look like if they continue to do so. Hamas must be stopped.
OPERATIONAL UPDATE: Shots were just fired at Israeli civilians in Judea and Samaria. Those injured in the attack are now receiving medical treatment at the scene. Our troops are currently searching for the suspected terrorists.