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IDF and Israeli security forces conducted counterterrorism activities in Judea and Samaria overnight.
A total of 12 terrorist suspects were apprehended and an explosive device, a "Carlo" gun and a handgun were confiscated.
We will continue to protect the civilians of Israel.
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As the highest ranking officer in a co-ed unit, Maj. Lior knows that "being a fighter isn't just a matter of arms and legs. You need a lot of intelligence, to know how to make decisions, how to assess situations. And a lot of women have these qualities." We agree!
2403
Our soldiers apprehended a Palestinian suspect in the Balata refugee camp in Nablus overnight. During the apprehension, 2 soldiers were lightly & moderately injured, apparently by fragments from an explosive device hurled at them. The soldiers were taken to the hospital.
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The civilians were subsequently transferred to a neighboring country. Israel continues to maintain a non-intervention policy regarding the Syrian conflict and continues to hold the Syrian regime accountable for all activities in Syrian territory
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@SkyNews Dear Sky News,
You failed to mention that 25 of the 34 Palestinians killed were TERRORISTS, and 450+ rockets were fired at Israel from Gaza.
2406
🚨9:30 AM - sirens sounded in the Eshkol Regional Council.
2407
Maj. S flies F-35Is.
This week, she led @IAFsite Commander MG Amikam Norkin in a three-aircraft formation training exercise.
They drilled strikes, aerial refueling & target interceptions.
2408
“As a commander, we won't lose hope until we find every missing person.
As a father, I’m with the families in this difficult moment.
As a Jew, I’m proud to represent our value of saving lives.”
—Col. (Res.) Golan Vach, IDF delegation leader to Surfside, Miami one year ago
2409
As part of our efforts to target Hamas strongholds in Judea and Samaria, we apprehended 4 Hamas terrorist suspects in Hebron last night.
In addition, during counterterrorism activity in the Qalandiya Camp, these 2 illegal weapons and grenades were confiscated:
2410
Today, 20 @Europarl_EN members and advisors visited northern Israel. The visitors entered a Hezbollah terrorist tunnel to see firsthand the threat Israelis face as Hezbollah continues to promote terrorism and instability. Thank you to @elnetwork_eu for organizing this event!
2411
We are live-tweeting as IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi speaks at the Institute for National Security Studies 14th Annual International Conference:
The enemy chose to entrench itself and its weapons, including missiles and rockets, in urban areas.
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Over the last week, the 210th Division led six special operations in several locations to deliver humanitarian aid to Syrians in tent camps in the Golan Heights
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Four years ago, the bodies of Eyal Yifrach, Gilad Shaar, and Naftali Fraenkel, 3 teenage boys kidnapped by Hamas, were found during Operation Brother's Keeper
Read more about Operation Brother's Keeper: bit.ly/2yUZa2l
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An IDF officer was moderately injured by a grenade that terrorists from Gaza threw at him during violent riots along the security fence. Troops responded by firing towards the terrorists. A hit was identified. The officer was evacuated to a hospital
2416
🚨Sirens sounded in the Eshkol Regional Council. Details to follow.
2417
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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The Israeli & U.S. navies have concluded the 'Noble Rose' joint exercise. Together, we simulated various operational scenarios deep in the Red Sea.
We strengthened the scope of our operations and deepened the professional dialogue between our navies. 🇮🇱🤝🇺🇸
2419
IDF Northern Command medical teams, @IAFsite forces including Unit 669, and Search and Rescue Brigade troops have been assisting those affected in the tragic incident on the holiday of Lag B’Omer at Mt. Meron, in which 45 people were killed.
May their memory be a blessing.
2420
🔴 Armed Palestinian gunmen fired heavily at security forces during counterterrorism activity in the Jenin Camp.
Explosive devices were also hurled at the forces who then responded with live fire. 1/2
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IDF Chief of the General Staff LTG Aviv Kohavi has returned to Israel after his historic visit to the Kingdom of Morocco. 🇮🇱🇲🇦
"This visit is another example of the historic change in the region and the role the IDF has in creating future partnerships."—LTG Aviv Kohavi
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The Israeli Navy will join 60 naval fleets for the @USNavy-led "IMX" International Naval Exercise from today.
For the 1st time, our Flotilla 3 & Underwater Warfare Unit will train with @US5thFleet in the Red Sea.
We look forward to strengthening security & global cooperation.
2423
Head of Military Intelligence, Major General Tamir Heiman:
“Hamas really doesn’t want war. It is the Palestinian Islamic Jihad who has the greatest potential for volatility.”
2424
Recent surveys show that many dislike returning to in-person work...
Not terrorists Ismail Haniyeh & Hassan Nasrallah, leaders of the Iranian-backed Hamas & Hezbollah terrorist groups.
It's business as usual for them in Beirut—plotting to destabilize & terrorize our region.
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This new simulator prepares Commando Brigade combat medics for possible scenarios under fire and within enemy lines
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