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IDF: In response to the launch of two explosive drones toward IDF soldiers in the Security Zone: The IDF struck Hezbollah terrorists and terrorist infrastructure in southern Lebanon Earlier today (Sunday), the IDF struck terrorists and infrastructure belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the area of southern Lebanon. In the strikes, the IDF targeted weapons storage facilities and terrorist structures intended for use by Hezbollah terrorists to plan and direct terrorist attacks within the Security Zone. In addition, the IDF struck a Hezbollah command center that had been established inside a building previously used as a hospital in southern Lebanon. In recent weeks, Hezbollah terrorists involved in artillery and observation activities were identified operating from the command center. Hezbollah uses medical infrastructure to advance terror attacks. All of the targets were struck to remove threats posed by Hezbollah terrorists who have been using these sites to advance terrorist attacks against IDF soldiers and the citizens of the State of Israel. The strikes were carried out in response to Hezbollah’s attempted attack yesterday against IDF soldiers operating in the Ali Taher Ridge area, during which two explosive drones were launched toward the soldiers. No IDF injuries were reported. Prior to the strikes, steps were taken to mitigate harm to civilians, including the use of precise munitions and aerial surveillance. IDF soldiers will continue to operate in the ridge area and will not allow terrorists to advance or carry out attacks against IDF soldiers. The IDF will not allow Hezbollah to harm the citizens of the State of Israel or IDF troops and will continue to act to remove threats while remaining committed to the ceasefire agreement.

IDF: Hezbollah Terrorists Launched Two Drones Towards IDF Soldiers in the Security Zone: The IDF is Now Striking in response Earlier today (Sunday), terrorists from the Hezbollah terrorist organization launched two drones towards IDF soldiers operating in the Security Zone in southern Lebanon. IDF soldiers opened fire and downed one of the drones. No IDF injuries were reported. This constitutes a blatant violation by the Hezbollah terrorist organization. In response, the IDF is now striking in southern Lebanon. IDF soldiers will continue to operate in the Security Zone in order to remove any threat towards Israeli civilians and IDF soldiers. The IDF is currently operating and will continue to act with determination against Hezbollah’s repeated attempts to harm IDF soldiers.

IDF: The Chief of the General Staff’s IDF Readiness Exercise: A General Staff Surprise Exercise to Assess the IDF’s Readiness for a Sudden, Multi-front Scenario Has Begun Under the direction of the Chief of the General Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, a surprise Chief of the General Staff’s exercise, titled “Breaking Dawn 2.0,” was launched early this morning (Sunday) to assess the readiness and preparedness of the IDF’s General Headquarters and main headquarters, the order of standby forces, and the ability to respond to a sudden, complex, and large-scale, multi-front scenario. The exercise is intended to assess the IDF’s level of readiness and preparedness for a range of unexpected operational scenarios, the activation of standby forces and reserves, decision-making processes, and the operational response at all levels—from the regional commands, branches and directorates, to the General Staff in preparation and strengthening the defense for the upcoming holiday season. As part of the surprise exercise, commanders across the regional commands, directorates, and branches were called up. Forces are also being mobilized, and reserves are being assessed. The Chief of the General Staff is overseeing and observing the exercise from the Supreme Command Post and from the field. As part of the exercise, increased movement of security forces and aircraft will be felt throughout the country. There is no concern regarding a security incident. The surprise exercise is part of the IDF’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its foundations, as well as the operational readiness and preparedness of commanders and combat personnel at all levels. As part of the exercise, operational plans are being implemented and tested, alongside lessons learned from the combat across the various fronts and from the events of the October 7th Massacre. IDF Comptroller officers, both in active-duty and reserves, are conducting inspections of units and headquarters to assess their operational readiness and preparedness. The exercise is being conducted as part of the Operations Directorate’s 2026 exercise program.

IDF: A short while ago, an interceptor was launched toward a false target that was later identified as IDF fire from operations conducted within the southern Gaza Strip area. No injuries were reported. The incident is under review. No sirens were sounded in the communities in accordance with protocol.

IDF: In response to the drone launched towards IDF soldiers in the Security Zone: The IDF struck terrorists and infrastructure belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the southern Lebanon area Last night (Friday), the IDF struck terrorists and infrastructure belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the southern Lebanon area. As part of the strikes, the IDF struck weapon storage facilities intended to be used by Hezbollah terrorists to plan and direct terror attacks against IDF soldiers in the Security Zone and Israeli civilians. The strikes were carried out to remove an immediate threat. The strikes were carried out in response to Hezbollah’s attempted attack yesterday (Friday) against IDF soldiers operating in the Security Zone, during which a drone was launched toward the soldiers. No IDF injuries were reported. The IDF will not allow the Hezbollah terrorist organization to harm Israeli civilians or IDF soldiers, and will continue operating to remove threats while remaining committed to the ceasefire agreement

IDF: IDF soldiers intercepted a drone that Hezbollah terrorists launched towards them in the Security Zone: The IDF is now striking in response Earlier today (Friday), terrorists from the Hezbollah terrorist organization launched a drone towards IDF soldiers operating in the Security Zone in southern Lebanon. IDF soldiers opened fire and downed the drone. No IDF injuries were reported. This constitutes a blatant violation by the Hezbollah terrorist organization. In response, the IDF is now striking in southern Lebanon. IDF soldiers will continue to operate in the Security Zone in order to remove any threat towards Israeli civilians and IDF soldiers. The IDF is currently operating and will continue to act with determination against Hezbollah’s repeated attempts to harm IDF soldiers.

IDF: IDF soldiers apprehended five terrorists planning to carry out a terrorist attack in Judea and Samaria Earlier today (Friday), IDF soldiers completed a special counterterrorism operation in the Qabatiya area, during which they apprehended a terrorist cell consisting of five terrorists who were planning to carry out a terrorist attack against Israeli civilians and security forces. The operation was guided by ISA intelligence and was a special counterterrorism effort. The five terrorists were involved in advancing terrorist attacks. IDF soldiers apprehended them within less than ten minutes of reaching the suspected locations. Following searches of the terrorists’ homes, the soldiers located and confiscated an M16 rifle and additional military equipment that had been concealed by the terrorists. The terrorists were transferred for further questioning by the security forces.

Joint IDF and ISA announcement: The IDF and ISA eliminated a Nukba company commander who commanded the infiltration on the Sufa outpost during the October 7th Massacre and took part in holding hostages in Hamas captivity Earlier this week (Wednesday), the IDF and ISA conducted a strike in the Khan Yunis area in the southern Gaza Strip and eliminated the terrorist Muhammad Mahmoud Marshad Al-Qadi, a Nukhba company commander in Hamas' military wing. Al-Qadi infiltrated the Sufa outpost during the October 7th Massacre and commanded the infiltration of the outpost. Throughout the war, he took part in holding hostages in Hamas captivity in the Rafah area. Recently, Al-Qadi led training for Hamas terrorists and operated to rehabilitate the terrorist organization's capabilities. Additionally, the terrorist advanced terror attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians in systematic violation of the ceasefire agreement. The terrorist was eliminated in order to remove the threat that he posed. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the agreement and will continue to operate to remove any threat.

IDF: The IDF dismantled 30 weapon production machines in the area of Nablus IDF soldiers, guided by the ISA, completed a 48-hour brigade-level counterterrorism operation in the area of Nablus and the surrounding areas. As part of the operation, the soldiers dismantled more than 30 weapon production machines used for the production of weapons and confiscated concealed weapons, including firearms, handguns, and ammunition. In addition, the soldiers searched hundreds of sites, questioned dozens of suspects, and apprehended more than 10 wanted individuals. IDF soldiers will continue to operate proactively and offensively to thwart terrorism throughout Judea and Samaria, in order to safeguard the security of residents in the area and Israeli civilians. Attached are photos of the dismantled weapon production machines: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC0409202629873423432

IDF: A short while ago, fire was identified toward IDF troops operating east of the Yellow Line in the northern Gaza Strip. No IDF injuries were reported. The IDF struck in the area. This constitutes a blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip. The IDF views with severity the attempts by the terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip to advance and execute attacks against IDF troops operating in the area.

IDF: The IDF completed the clearing of Hezbollah’s underground infrastructure in the Ali al-Taher Ridge area and is operating to neutralize it IDF soldiers from the 36th Division have operated in recent weeks to clear and neutralize the two underground routes in the Ali al-Taher Ridge area in the Security Zone. The soldiers achieved operational control of the ridge area, both above and below ground, and cleared the area of terrorists. Some of the terrorists were eliminated, while others fled the area. The operation to neutralize the underground infrastructure sites that were cleared of terrorists is still ongoing. Upon completion of the operation, the IDF will adjust its defensive posture in accordance with the situational assessment. The terrorists who were present inside the infrastructure carried out terror attacks against the State of Israel and IDF soldiers. Following operations in the underground routes over the past several weeks, their capability to carry out terror attacks against Israeli civilians and IDF soldiers from within the routes has been neutralized. The underground infrastructure sites contained command centers, weapons storage rooms, generator rooms, living quarters, showers, and a kitchen, which enabled the terrorists to manage combat and remain underground for extended periods of time. The infrastructure is a strategic underground network that was built over two decades and funded and planned by the Iranian terror regime. IDF soldiers will continue to operate in the Security Zone in southern Lebanon and will not allow the Hezbollah terrorist organization to advance terror attacks against them. Any attempt by the terrorist organization to carry out an attack against IDF soldiers will be met with a response. The IDF remains committed to the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon.

The establishment of the union and the shaping of its identity did not stem solely from addressing the day-to-day needs of society and its institutions, but from a broad national and social vision. The people behind its establishment saw themselves as carrying a historic mission on their shoulders. For more than a thousand days, the State of Israel has been engaged in a prolonged, unprecedented, and multi-front campaign for our existence and our homeland. Throughout the war, we have severely damaged the capabilities of all our enemies—each individually and all of them together. In this decisive campaign, which began with the failure of October 7th, we have removed real existential threats that had been built up against us for years. We have proven that the IDF’s long arm is powerful, determined, and capable of reaching anywhere to strike those who seek to harm us. We have fundamentally changed our security doctrine—there is no ignoring and no containment; there is the removal of threats before they materialize. We are engaged in a continuous process of learning, drawing lessons and implementing them. We must expand the IDF, broaden the pool of those serving, and equip it with the necessary manpower and advanced capabilities to meet its expanding missions. At the same time, our highest obligation is to care for those who serve in the IDF—mandatory service personnel, career service personnel, reservists, and IDF employees—who are the foundation of our strength and the secret to our power. This is a generation of courageous and fearless troops whose achievements will be recorded in the annals of Jewish history; a generation embodied by MAJ Shilo Har-Even, a company commander in the Golani Brigade, who fell in battle at the Nahal Oz outpost. Even after being wounded, he continued fighting alongside his soldiers—until he was killed. The IDF is the people’s army, and those in the civil service are servants of the people. In my view, this is the profound meaning of the partnership between us. ‘Bring joy to Your land and gladness to Your city,’ as written in the Rosh Hashanah prayer. Distinguished guests, these ancient words serve as a moral and operational compass for us. The joy of our land and the gladness of our city are not to be taken for granted—they are earned every day through courage, determination, and endless dedication.” Attached are the following: Video from the remarks of the IDF Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir: https://bit.ly/3UvJVHn Photos from the event: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC6743671

IDF: IDF Chief of the General Staff at a recognition event for IDF troops and security forces: “I stand here solely as the commander of hundreds of thousands of troops and officers—both in mandatory service and the reserves—who carry the security of the state on their shoulders every day, hour by hour” “We must expand the IDF, broaden the pool of those serving, and equip it with the necessary manpower and advanced capabilities to meet its expanding missions. At the same time, our highest obligation is to care for those who serve in the IDF—mandatory service personnel, career service personnel, reservists, and IDF employees—who are the foundation of our strength and the secret to our power” “The IDF is the people’s army, and those in the civil service are servants of the people. In my view, this is the profound meaning of the partnership between us” A recognition event for IDF troops and security forces, organized by the State Employees’ Union, was held today (Thursday), led by the Chairman of the State Employees’ Union, Ofir Alkalay, and attended by the IDF Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir; the Head of the IDF Manpower Directorate, MG Dado Bar Kalifa; and additional representatives. During the conference, the IDF Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, received an award of appreciation for IDF troops on behalf of the State Employees’ Union. Upon receiving the award, the Chief of the General Staff thanked the many partners for their work and contributions. He later visited an exhibition presented at the event, which paid tribute to IDF Chiefs of the General Staff throughout the years. Remarks by the IDF Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, at the appreciation conference for IDF troops and security forces: “First and foremost, I would like to say that I accept this shield with great humility, but in truth, it is not for me, and I am certainly not the focus here today. I stand here solely as the commander of hundreds of thousands of troops and officers—both in mandatory service and the reserves—who carry the security of the state on their shoulders every day, hour by hour. This shield belongs to the reservists who left behind their homes, families, and careers and reported for duty out of a profound sense of mission; it belongs to the families who provide them with unwavering support, and to the fallen and wounded who have paid the highest price. I am merely the representative of an entire military that operates with dedication, determination, and humility, and I accept this recognition in their name and because of them.

IDF: Earlier today (Thursday) in an additional incident, IDF troops operating in the northern Gaza Strip identified two terrorists who crossed the Yellow Line and approached the troops in a manner that posed an immediate threat. Following the identification, the troops eliminated the terrorists in order to remove the threat they posed. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the agreement and will continue to operate to remove any immediate threat.

IDF: Earlier today (Thursday), IDF troops operating in the northern Gaza Strip identified a terrorist who crossed the Yellow Line and approached the troops in a manner that posed an immediate threat. Following the identification, the Israeli Air Force struck the terrorist and eliminated him, in order to remove the threat he posed. IDF troops under the Southern Command remain deployed in the area in accordance with the agreement and will continue to operate to remove any immediate threat.

IDF: Drilling dozens of different scenarios and managing emergencies: the 210th Division completes an advanced training exercise to enhance operational readiness in the Golan Heights The 210th Division completed an advanced exercise in the Golan Heights and along the Syrian border to enhance operational readiness and maintain troops’ capabilities to respond to complex and emerging events. The exercise involved the entire division’s troops, alongside supporting troops from neighboring areas and the Home Front Command, in cooperation with heads of local authorities, emergency and rescue organizations, and additional entities operating in the area. The troops drilled dozens of scenarios, including rescuing wounded personnel in the field, responding to mass-casualty incidents, and medical evacuation. In addition, management, command and control during combat, and inter-organizational cooperation were practiced. The exercise incorporated lessons learned from combat across all arenas, particularly lessons from October 7th, with an emphasis on activating rapid response forces and special forces, directing fire and maintaining readiness across the entire IDF. The IDF will continue to conduct regular exercises in order to maintain and strengthen the soldiers’ readiness, deepen cooperation between all relevant organizations, and ensure the security of the residents of the Golan Heights and all Israel civilians. Attached are the following: Footage from the 210th Division training exercise in the Golan Heights area: https://bit.ly/4dhkCPE Photos from the 210th Division training exercise in the Golan Heights area: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/IDFANC02092026

IDF: Earlier today (Wednesday), IDF soldiers secured the entrance of Israeli police and a civilian to the Al-Mughayyir village. The entry was secured in order to facilitate the return of livestock belonging to Israeli civilians that had been found in the area of the village. The livestock was identified based on distinguishing marks indicating that it belonged to Israeli civilians. During the forces’ activity in the area, a violent riot broke out, during which terrorists hurled cinder blocks and stones at the forces. The forces responded by firing at key instigators in order to remove the threat. Hits were identified. The events leading up to the incident, as well as its management, are under review.

IDF: Over 26 kilometers of underground terror tunnels rendered inoperable by IDF troops since the implementation of the ceasefire agreement: footage from the dismantling of an additional terror tunnel IDF troops are operating in the northern Gaza Strip to defend and clear terrorist infrastructure from the area of the Yellow Line. Over the past few weeks, IDF troops dismantled an underground terror tunnel approximately one kilometer long. Since the implementation of the ceasefire agreement, troops have disabled more than 26 kilometers of underground terror tunnels east of the Yellow Line. IDF troops under the Southern Command are deployed in the area of the Yellow Line in accordance with the ceasefire agreement framework and will continue to operate to remove any immediate threat. Attached is footage from the dismantling of the underground terror tunnel in the northern Gaza Strip: https://bit.ly/4xmKaSZ Attached is footage from the activities of Northern Brigade troops in the northern Gaza Strip: https://bit.ly/4qQxFxf Attached are photos from the activities of Northern Brigade troops in the northern Gaza Strip: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/IDFANC30082026