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IDF International Spokesperson Lt. Col. Amnon Shefler addresses the incident in Jenin yesterday in which the reporter Shireen Abu Akleh was tragically killed:
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Why was the IDF operating in Jenin this week?
Lt. Col. Shefler explains:
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WATCH: These Palestinian gunmen near Jenin fire recklessly and indiscriminately as IDF soldiers acted to apprehend terrorist suspects this morning.
This is the reality of Jenin today—a stronghold of terrorism.
We will continue protecting Israel against terrorism.
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This morning, a suspect hurled a brick at an Israeli civilian vehicle & attempted to break into it near Bet El.
Our soldiers neutralized the suspect, who was then taken to a hospital for treatment.
The suspect was found to have a knife & bottle of acid in his possession.
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For years, Jenin has been a hotspot of terrorist activity.
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A Palestinian assailant armed with a knife charged toward IDF soldiers near the entrance to the city of Nablus this morning.
The assailant attempted to stab the soldiers, who responded with live fire and neutralized him.
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A Hezbollah drone crossed from Lebanon into Israeli airspace overnight. Our soldiers downed the drone after monitoring it throughout its flight.
We will continue to prevent any attempt by Hezbollah to violate Israeli sovereignty.
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Meet SGT Likenesh.
She is a combat soldier in the 47th Battalion of the Lions of the Jordan Valley.
Likenesh received the President of Israel’s Award for Excellence on Independence Day this year.
Likenesh's biggest inspiration? Her mother.
SGT Likenesh, we salute you!
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🚨Sirens are sounding in northern Israel🚨
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Here's some important context to what’s been going on in Jenin:
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Our soldiers conducted counterterrorism activity overnight to apprehend 5 terrorist suspects and confiscate these illegal weapons.
We will continue to act against the threat of terrorism and defend Israeli civilians.
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The Jenin area is a hotspot of terrorism.
Earlier today, Palestinian gunmen fired at Israeli forces during counterterrorism activity near Jenin.
We apprehended a wanted terrorist with 2 M16 rifles and an IDF military vest.
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For 2,000 years, the Jewish people longed to return home to Israel.
In 1948, this hope finally became a reality.
On this day 74 years ago, the Israel Defense Forces was created to protect this reality.
Today and everyday, we proudly continue this mission.
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"No IDF soldier deliberately fired at a journalist. We investigated this. That is the conclusion, and there is no other."
IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi addresses the recent incident in which the journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was killed:
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On this day in 1967, the soldiers of the IDF Paratroopers Brigade heroically liberated the Old City of Jerusalem and reunified Israel's capital.
Today on Jerusalem Day, we honor the soldiers who fought for Jerusalem’s liberation—and the soldiers who continue to protect it today.
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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.
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Yesterday, dozens of IAF fighter jets conducted aerial drills over the Mediterranean Sea. The aircraft practiced a long-range flight, aerial refueling & striking distant targets.
This was part of our "Chariots of Fire" exercise to prepare for combat scenarios both near & far.
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A Palestinian assailant armed with a knife attempted to stab an IDF soldier near the Al Aroub Camp this morning. Our soldiers thwarted the attack with live fire to neutralize the assailant.
The assailant was imprisoned this year for attempting to stab an Israeli police officer.
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Israeli Navy missile ship and submarine flotillas returned this morning from a complex and lengthy training drill in the Red Sea.
The vessels conducted joint missions aimed at achieving maritime superiority and maintaining freedom of action in the region.
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This week, our soldiers took part in the "Beyond the Horizon" exercise in Cyprus—the first of its kind.
We simulated scenarios to strenghten our readiness for a variety of operational scenarios, including missions deep in enemy territory.
Here's a small glimpse:
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This Saturday night, on the festival of Shavuot, Jewish people will celebrate both the giving of the Torah on Mt. Sinai and the traditional first wheat harvest.
We wish everyone Shabbat Shalom and a happy Shavuot!
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20 years ago today, a Palestinian terrorist from Jenin blew up a bus full of Israelis during the Second Intifada. This is what happened:
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IDF and Israeli security forces continued counterterrorism activities overnight. 10 terrorist suspects were apprehended.
These weapons, intended to be used to harm Israelis, were confiscated in Jabal Al-Mawaleh.
We continue to protect Israelis from the threat of terror.
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Women have led alongside men in the IDF since its foundation in 1948.
The Chief of the General Staff has now decided to begin screenings for women to serve in additional significant combat roles in:
🔸️Unit 669
🔸️Yahalom
🔸️Mobility Unit of the Infantry Corps
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We welcomed the Chief of Hellenic National Defense, General Konstantinos Floros, with an honor guard this morning during his visit to Israel.
This visit is a significant element of our regional strategic partnership with Greece.
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