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IDF: Following the statement regarding an interceptor that was launched earlier today (Friday) toward a suspicious aerial target in southern Lebanon, an initial assessment indicates the interceptor was launched following a false identification. The incident is under review.

IDF: Disrupting Hamas’ financing capabilities: To date, 16 key terrorists involved in money exchange and transferring funds to the terrorist organization have been eliminated Throughout the war, the IDF and ISA struck and eliminated 16 key financial operatives who were involved in transferring funds and financing Hamas’ terror activities. All of the terrorists eliminated managed fund transfers for the terrorist organization’s military activities in the Gaza Strip, totaling more than one billion dollars, using a network of dozens of money changers in Türkiye and the Gaza Strip. Among the senior members of Hamas’ financial apparatus who were eliminated are Ibrahim Abu Shamala, who served as the financial officer of the military wing; and Mohammed Abu Alwan, who was eliminated last Wednesday and was responsible for the funds of Hamas’ political wing. In addition, the heads of fund-transfer networks who managed the offsetting, receipt, and transfer of funds on behalf of Hamas were eliminated. Among them are Khader Jamasi, Ihab Khraizem, and Hussein Qadra. These funds are used by Hamas to finance its terrorists, build up its weapons capabilities, restore terrorist infrastructure, and advance terrorist plots against IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians. The IDF and ISA are focusing efforts on degrading the financing capabilities of Hamas , particularly preventing the restoration of its infrastructure and military capabilities, while eliminating the network of money exchangers that finances Hamas’ military wing and transfers hundreds of millions of dollars. These operations have significantly impacted the military activities of Hamas during the conflict. Residents of the Gaza Strip, take note: There are additional operatives in your area that continue to engage in financing efforts, fund transfers, and the advancement of Hamas’ terror activities, endangering your lives. To all those who continue to facilitate and are responsible for transferring funds and financing the military activities of Hamas: The IDF and ISA will continue to operate and strike those who directly participate in the financing mechanisms of Hamas’ terror activities, which are a lawful target of IDF and ISA operations.

IDF: The IDF eliminated two Hamas terrorists who operated against IDF troops: One of the terrorists infiltrated Israel during the October 7th Massacre and took part in holding hostages captive Earlier this week (Wednesday), the IDF struck in the Gaza City area and eliminated the terrorist Hassan Mahmoud Siam, a commander in Hamas’ military wing. The terrorist infiltrated Israeli territory during the October 7th Massacre. Throughout the war, he was involved in the holding of hostages Amit Soussana, Keith and Aviva Siegel, and Dafna Elyakim in the Gaza Strip. In an additional strike in the Gaza City area earlier this week (Tuesday), the IDF eliminated the terrorist Adham Sabhi Salim Ziara, another operative in Hamas’ military wing. In recent weeks, the terrorists advanced attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians and operated to restore the terrorist organization’s capabilities, in systematic violation of the ceasefire. As part of these efforts, the terrorists were involved in shooting attacks against IDF troops and in planting explosive devices in the Yellow Line area. The terrorists were eliminated from the air in order to remove the threat they posed. Prior to the strikes, steps were taken to mitigate harm to civilians, including the use of precise munitions and aerial surveillance. 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: A short while ago, an interceptor was launched toward a suspicious aerial target identified in the area in which IDF soldiers are operating in southern Lebanon. The details are under review. No sirens were sounded in the communities in accordance with protocol.

IDF: The 98th Division Headquarters completed operational preparations and begins commanding two brigades in Judea and Samaria In accordance with the directive of the IDF Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, the 98th Division Headquarters completed its operational preparations earlier today (Friday) to assume responsibility for the Etzion and Judea Brigades in Judea and Samaria, and began commanding them. The Judea and Samaria Division and the 98th Division, including the territorial brigades, will operate jointly in defense and offense to strengthen security efforts and counter terrorism.

IDF: Two-kilometer-long underground terror tunnel dismantled: IDF troops continue operations to clear the Yellow Line area of terror infrastructure IDF troops continue operations to clear terrorist infrastructure in southern Gaza within the Yellow Line area. During IDF operations, troops dismantled an underground terror tunnel approximately two kilometers long. IDF troops, under the Southern Command, are deployed in the Yellow Line area in accordance with the framework of the ceasefire agreement and will continue to operate to remove any immediate threat. Attached is footage of IDF troops inside the underground terror tunnel dismantled in southern Gaza: https://bit.ly/4yherDT Attached is footage from the dismantling of the underground terror tunnel in southern Gaza: https://bit.ly/4xOSV8z

IDF: To remove the threat: the IDF eliminated two Hamas terrorists, including a commander involved in transferring millions of Israeli shekels to the terrorist organization Yesterday (Thursday), the IDF struck in the Deir al-Balah area and eliminated Jabr Moqbel, a terrorist in Hamas’ military wing. The terrorist led the “Moqbel” money exchange network, which transferred millions of shekels in foreign currency to the Hamas terrorist organization. These funds are used by Hamas to finance terrorists, restore military infrastructure, and advance attacks against IDF troops. The IDF continues to focus efforts on disrupting Hamas’ financing capabilities that support its military activities, in order to prevent the rehabilitation of its infrastructure and military capabilities. In an additional strike yesterday (Thursday), in the Khan Yunis area, the IDF eliminated the terrorist Hasan al-Batta, a sniper operative in Hamas’ military wing. Recently, the terrorists advanced attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians and operated to restore the terrorist organization's capabilities, in systematic violation of the ceasefire. The terrorists were eliminated in order to remove the threat they posed. Prior to the strikes, measures were taken to mitigate harm to civilians, including the use of precise munitions and aerial surveillance. IDF troops under the Southern Command are deployed in the area in accordance with the agreement and will continue to operate to remove any immediate threat.

IDF: Following a serious safety incident that occurred yesterday (Thursday) in the combat zone in the Gaza Strip, in which Master Sergeant (Res.) Nadav Kali and Master Sergeant (Res.) Ofek Moalem fell, IDF Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, directed the establishment of a team of experts to examine the circumstances of the incident. The team will be headed by a Brigadier General from the Ground Forces. The team will examine the circumstances of the incident with the aim of preventing similar incidents from recurring in the future.

Attached is an IDF announcement regarding the names of two fallen soldiers whose families have been notified: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC2509266789 Additionally, attached is a link to the IDF website, where updates on fallen soldiers are published: https://www.idf.il/59780

IDF: Chief of the General Staff at the Induction Ceremony for INS Drakon: “Even now, our eyes remain fixed on developments in Iran and among its proxies—the Iranian regime has been battered and weakened, yet it has failed to change its intentions. The induction of the INS Drakon submarine into the Israeli Navy is one of the IDF’s most significant force-buildup efforts. With the submarine’s induction, the Israeli Navy reaches an enhanced maritime posture and new heights in its capabilities and operational power: more covert, longer-range, deeper, and stronger” “The achievements led by the IDF are unprecedented: the elimination of senior figures who had made the destruction of the Jewish state their stated goal; the strengthening of our defensive posture and deterrence; the sheer number of targets struck; and the capture and clearing of enemy territory from which ground invasions into our territory had been planned” Attached are the following: Full remarks by the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, at the induction ceremony for INS Drakon: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T5NQOr7qabfLbw3YLbKc3P50eBUxKi_F/view?usp=sharing

IDF: Photos from the Central Command assessments of the 98th Division Headquarters operating in the areas of the Judea and Etzion Brigades Attached are photos from a discussion held last night on the activation of the 98th Division Headquarters with the Commander of the Central Command and the division commanders: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC240926099987

IDF: In an operation to locate weapons: Security forces located two shafts and ruled out the possibility that it was a tunnel Subsequently, the forces apprehended four suspects involved in terrorist activity, and located weapons, magazines, and two shafts. IDF soldiers, Israel Border Police, and the Israel Police conducted an overnight operation to locate weapons in Qalqilya, following intelligence received indicating the presence of weapons in the area. During the operation, two shafts dug underground were located, approximately 12 meters deep. Weapons were found near the shafts, including an M16 rifle, a hunting rifle, a handgun, and ammunition, which were confiscated by the forces. Contrary to official and irresponsible statements that emerged on the matter, following an examination of the shafts, the presence of a tunnel route was ruled out. It was also determined that the shafts were not located in proximity to the area of the security barrier. Subsequently, the forces apprehended four suspects involved in terrorist activity, who are currently being questioned by the security forces. At this time, the security forces continue to operate in the area to locate and rule out the presence of additional shafts, while conducting extensive activities to locate additional weapons. The security forces will continue to operate proactively to thwart terrorism throughout the Judea and Samaria area and to maintain the security of residents. Attached are photos of IDF soldiers during the activity: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC2409202654649646

IDF: The IDF eliminated a Hamas commander who took part in holding seven Israeli civilians hostage Over the weekend, the IDF struck in the Gaza City area and eliminated the terrorist Mahmoud Abd al-Fattah Awad, a commander in Hamas' military wing. Throughout the war, the terrorist took part in holding the hostages Daniella Gilboa, Karina Ariev, Doron Steinbrecher, Naama Levy, Ziv Berman, Omri Miran, and Eitan Mor in an underground tunnel in the Gaza City area. Recently the terrorist planned and advanced terror attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians and operated to restore the terrorist organization's capabilities, in systematic violation of the ceasefire. The terrorist was eliminated from the air in order to remove the threat he posed. Prior to the strike, steps were taken to mitigate harm to civilians, including the use of precise munitions and aerial surveillance. 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.

Joint IDF and ISA announcement: Transferred over 1 billion NIS to fund terror activity: The IDF and ISA eliminated Hamas’ Head of Finance Yesterday (Wednesday), the IDF and ISA struck in the Khan Younis area of the southern Gaza Strip and eliminated the terrorist Muhammad Abu Alwan, the Head of Hamas’ Finance Department. Abu Alwan began his activities a decade ago. As part of his work in the finance department, he was involved in budgeting all of Hamas’ branches. Throughout the war, Alwan directed the transfer of more than 1 billion NIS in order to fund Hamas’ terrorist activities, making him a key figure in maintaining the terrorist organization’s rule and survival. Recently, the terrorist operated to restore the terrorist organization's capabilities, in systematic violation of the ceasefire. The terrorist was eliminated from the air in order to remove the threat he posed. The IDF and the ISA continue to focus efforts on degrading Hamas’ financial capabilities and preventing the restoration of its infrastructure and military capabilities, including eliminating terrorists and targeting networks of money changers and facilitators involved in transferring hundreds of millions of dollars. Prior to the strike, steps were taken to mitigate harm to civilians, including the use of precise munitions and aerial surveillance. The security forces 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 (Wednesday), an IDF reserve soldier was severely injured as a result of the ramming attack at a checkpoint in the Benyamin Regional Brigade. The soldier was evacuated to receive medical treatment at a hospital, and his family has been notified.

IDF: In accordance with the IDF Chief of the General Staff’s directive: 98th Division Headquarters to operate in Judea and Samaria and assume command of the Judea and Etzion Brigades Following a situational assessment and in accordance with the directive of the IDF Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, it was decided that the 98th Division Headquarters will operate in Judea and Samaria and assume command of the Judea and Etzion Brigades. The activation of the division headquarters in the area is part of strengthening command and control, in order to enhance defensive and offensive capabilities in Judea and Samaria. This comes after recent events in Judea and Samaria and the need to enhance security during this tense period. The IDF continues to conduct ongoing situational assessments in accordance with the operational situation.