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IDF: During a Night Operation: IDF Troops Apprehended a Weapons Dealer in Southern Syria

Overnight, troops from the 226th Brigade, under the command of the 210th Division and in cooperation with field investigators from Unit 504, completed an activity in which a weapons dealer operating in the Taranjah area of southern Syria was apprehended.

Following intelligence indications and prior surveillance, the dealer was apprehended and questioned, and the troops seized weapons that were located in the area.

Troops from the 210th Division continue to be deployed in the area, operating to prevent the entrenchment of terrorist elements in Syria, with the aim of protecting the civilians of the State of Israel, and the Golan Heights in particular.

Attached is the full announcements and visuals: https://www.idf.il/304721
IDF: IDF Activity in the Gaza Strip Continues

Guided by IDF and ISA intelligence, IDF troops continue operational activity against the terrorist organizations throughout the Gaza Strip.

In southern Gaza, IDF troops identified a terrorist cell attempting to plant explosives near IDF troops. Swiftly, an IAF aircraft struck and eliminated the terrorist.

In northern Gaza, the troops continue to operate. Yesterday (Sunday), they swiftly eliminated a terrorist who had fired at them earlier, lightly injuring an IDF soldier. In addition, artillery troops identified and eliminated Hamas terrorists in support of the ground troops.

In addition, IDF troops continue to operate in the Khan Yunis area in southern Gaza. Over the past day, the troops dismantled several significant and strategic underground infrastructure sites and eliminated terrorists who posed a threat to the troops in ground and aerial strikes.

IDF troops are operating to defend the civilians of the communities near the Gaza Strip. Over the past day, the troops dismantled tunnel shafts and eliminated terrorists who posed a threat to the troops in field.

Furthermore, in southern Gaza, the troops located and dismantled terror infrastructure sites yesterday (Sunday).
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff in a situational assessment of the IDF’s preparedness: “We are at the beginning of a new stage in the combat in Gaza - we will develop the best method, in line with the defined objectives, while maintaining the professionalism and principles that guide our operations, with the hostages at the forefront of our minds - we will do everything to protect their lives and bring them back home.”

“We must allow breathing room for IDF troops in mandatory and reserve service, creating pauses that enable us to continue the ground operation in the Gaza Strip in the most effective and optimal way, while preserving strength for the future. The next situational assessment will focus solely on the people.”


Attached is an IDF announcement regarding the General Staff situational assessment for evaluating the IDF’s operational preparedness: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC110825108349343
IDF: Commander of the 401st Brigade: “We Operated in Hamas Strongholds and Dismantled Numerous Terrorist Infrastructure Sites”; Footage From the Troops’ Activity in the Northern Gaza Strip

Over the past three months, the 401st Brigade, under the command of the 162nd Division, operated in the villages of Jabaliya and Daraj Tuffah in the northern Gaza Strip, as part of Operation “Gideon’s Chariots.”

Troops from the 401st Brigade carried out an operation to clear the area of terrorist hubs and to strike the combat capabilities of the terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip, both above and below ground.

In coordination with the Israeli Air Force, numerous terrorist targets were struck, including structures, observation posts, and launch positions that posed a threat to our forces. In addition, dozens of terrorists were eliminated in the area.

The troops, in cooperation with the Yahalom unit, dismantled dozens of tunnel shafts and several underground tunnel routes.

Troops under the Southern Command continue to operate against the terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip in order to protect the civilians of the State of Israel.

Attached is the full announcements and visuals: https://www.idf.il/304819
IDF: IDF Troops Dismantled a Structure Used to Launch Mortars at the IDF Troops

Guided by IDF and ISA intelligence, IDF troops continue operational activity against the terrorist organizations throughout the Gaza Strip.

Yesterday (Monday), the IDF, following ISA intelligence, struck several Islamic Jihad terrorists in the Deir al-Balah area.

In the southern Gaza Strip, IDF troops operating in western Khan Yunis struck and dismantled a structure from which mortars were launched toward IDF troops operating in the area.

In the northern and central Gaza Strip, IDF troops are eliminating terrorists and dismantling terrorist infrastructure in the area.

The IDF and ISA will continue to operate against the terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip.
IDF: A short while ago, a UAV launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IAF.

No sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
IDF: Today (Tuesday), in accordance with the directives from the political echelon, and as part of the cooperation between Israel, the UAE, Germany, Belgium, France and Italy, the IDF, led by COGAT, is continuing the series of actions aimed at improving the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip.

Over the past few hours, 97 aid packages containing food for the residents of the Gaza Strip were airdropped by five different countries.

The IDF will continue to work in order to improve the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip, along with the international community, while refuting the false claims of deliberate starvation in Gaza.
IDF: Armed Terrorists Operated Under the Cover of a Fake Emblem of an International Organization Placed on a Vehicle in the Gaza Strip - And Were Eliminated From the Air

The IDF announces that in a targeted airstrike last week, five armed terrorists were eliminated while near a vehicle marked with the emblem of the international humanitarian aid organization “World Central Kitchen” (WCK), despite having no affiliation with the organization, and while posing a threat to our troops.

The terrorists deliberately affixed the emblem and wore yellow vests in an attempt to conceal their activity and avoid being targeted, cynically exploiting the status and trust afforded to aid organizations.

Representatives from COGAT’s Gaza District Coordination and Liaison Office verified the information with the WCK organization, which confirmed that the vehicle seen in the Gaza Strip bearing the organization’s emblem had no connection to its operations.

In recent days, the vehicle was identified in the Deir al-Balah area, with several armed terrorists nearby that posed a threat to the troops located in the area. In response, an Israeli Air Force aircraft eliminated the terrorists.

Hamas and other terrorist organizations exploit the humanitarian effort to advance terrorist objectives at the expense of the welfare of the population in Gaza. The IDF, through COGAT, will continue to work in cooperation with international aid organizations to prevent their exploitation for terrorist purposes.

Footage of the armed terrorists who cynically and deceitfully used a vehicle marked with the WCK emblem:
https://bit.ly/46UjLCq
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff Approved the Framework for Upcoming Operational Plans in Gaza

The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, held a discussion today (Wednesday) in which he approved the main framework for the IDF’s operational plan in the Gaza Strip.

The discussion was attended by the General Staff Forum, ISA representatives, and other commanders.

During the discussion, the IDF’s actions to date were presented, including the operations in the Zeitoun area that began yesterday.
In addition, the central concept for the plan for the next stages in the Gaza Strip was presented and approved, in accordance with the directive of the political echelon.

The Chief of the General Staff emphasized the importance of increasing troop readiness and preparedness for reserve recruitment, while providing time to regroup and recover ahead of the upcoming missions.

Attached are related photos: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC7473892
IDF: Earlier today, during engineering works near Duma, dozens of Palestinian terrorists hurled rocks toward an IDF soldier who was off duty and an Israeli civilian who was present at the scene.
In response, the soldier fired warning shots into the air.

The terrorists continued to hurl rocks, and in response, the soldier fired to remove the threat, and a hit was identified.
Following this, the terrorists attempted to grab the soldier's weapon.

Upon receiving the report, additional IDF soldiers were dispatched to the scene. The incident has concluded.

As a result of the rock hurling, the civilian and the soldier were lightly injured and received medical treatment at the scene.
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, spoke yesterday (Tuesday) with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United States Armed Forces, General Dan Caine, and the incoming Commander of CENTCOM, Admiral Brad Cooper.

During the conversations, they discussed the strategic situation across the various arenas and emphasized the importance of cooperation between the United States Armed Forces and the IDF. The Chief of the General Staff congratulated the incoming Commander of CENTCOM on assuming his position.

The IDF will continue to strengthen its ties with the United States Armed Forces out of a commitment to reinforcing regional stability and enhancing coordination between the militaries.
IDF: Today (Wednesday), in accordance with the directives from the political echelon, and as part of the cooperation between Israel, Jordan, the UAE, Germany, Belgium, France, and Italy, the IDF, led by COGAT, is continuing the series of actions aimed at improving the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip.

Over the past few hours, 119 aid packages containing food for the residents of the Gaza Strip were airdropped by six different countries.

The IDF will continue to work in order to improve the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip, along with the international community, while refuting the false claims of deliberate starvation in Gaza.
IDF: The IDF and the ISA Eliminated a Deputy Commander of a Nukhba Company Who Took Part in the Abduction of Ron Sherman, Nik Beizer, and Tamir Nimrodi

On August 7th, the IDF and the ISA struck and eliminated the terrorist Abdullah Saeed Abd al-Baqin, who served as a deputy commander of a Nukhba company in Hamas' Central Jabaliya battalion.

The terrorist infiltrated Israeli territory during the brutal October 7th massacre, participated in the attack on the Erez District Coordination and Liaison (DCL), and took part in the abduction of Ron Sherman, Nik Beizer, and Tamir Nimrodi.

During the war, the terrorist advanced numerous terrorist attacks against IDF troops in the area.

The IDF and ISA will continue to operate against the terrorists who took part in the brutal October 7th massacre.

Attached is a related infographic: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC13082025492384092
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff in Lebanon: “We are operating according to a new strategic approach – we will not allow threats to grow. The achievements in the northern arena are unprecedented – since the ceasefire, over 240 terrorists have been eliminated and approximately 600 airstrikes have been carried out. We are preserving our achievements”.

“We are on the front line, we are striking proactively, and we are constantly thwarting threats. We do this in all arenas – we identify a threat and eliminate it. Our proactive approach and initiative are central to our mission.”

The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, conducted a field tour today (Wednesday) in southern Lebanon with the Commander of the 91st Division, BG Yuval Gaz, the Commander of the 769th Brigade, COL Y., and other commanders.

The Chief of the General Staff spoke with the commanders and troops, both active-duty and reserve, in the arena, emphasizing that the mission they are carrying out is significant and important. He added that thanks to their actions, the operational achievements have been preserved, enabling the continued protection of the residents in the north.

From the remarks of the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir: “The reason we are here today is because we changed the security reality in the northern arena. The achievements are unprecedented – since the ceasefire understandings, over 240 terrorists have been eliminated and approximately 600 airstrikes carried out. Today, we are preserving our achievements to protect the northern communities – this is thanks to you.
We are in the midst of a significant period; the central mission for all of us is to safeguard the security of the State, the security of the civilians, and the defense of the northern communities.”

“This morning we approved plans for achieving operational control of Gaza, and now we are in Lebanon. At the same time, we are operating in Syria, in Yemen, in Judea and Samaria, and monitoring developments in Iran. We are in a multi-arena war, adapting concepts to the threats. We are in all the arenas – launching strikes, all on our own initiative.”

We are on the front line, we are proactive, and we are constantly thwarting threats. We do this in all arenas – we identify a threat and eliminate it. Our proactive approach and initiative are at the center.
Use this period to accomplish the objective while maintaining and improving the spirit and readiness of the unit. Many more challenges lie ahead of us.

Our role is to shape our national security as we see fit. We will not go backwards. We are operating according to a new strategic concept – we will not allow threats to grow. We will work to strengthen the operational readiness of our troops and build their ability to carry out the missions.

On behalf of the residents who live here in this arena, on behalf of the IDF – I trust you, your vigilance, and your alertness.”

Attached are the full announcement and visuals: https://www.idf.il/305013
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff’s speech at the Northern Command change of command ceremony

Attached is the full speech of the Chief of the General Staff: https://bit.ly/4oA1Oza

Attached is a link to the recording of the speech: https://bit.ly/3Hyjmem
IDF: Initial report - The IDF has identified the launch of a missile from Yemen toward Israeli territory, aerial defense systems are operating to intercept the threat.
The public is requested to follow the Home Front Command’s defensive guidelines.
IDF: A short while ago, a missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IAF.

No sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
IDF: Chief of the General Staff: "Victory on the battlefield does not depend solely on military strength, but also on cohesion between the two echelons. Only in this way can we ensure decisive victory, as well as the resilience of the state the day after."

Attached is the full speech of the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir: https://bit.ly/41FSS1i

Attached is a link to the recording of the speech: https://bit.ly/45wb1zU
IDF: Today (Thursday), in accordance with the directives from the political echelon, and as part of the cooperation between Israel, Jordan, the UAE, Germany, Belgium, Italy and France, the IDF, led by COGAT, is continuing the series of actions aimed at improving the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip.

Over the past few hours, 119 aid packages containing food for the residents of the Gaza Strip were airdropped by six different countries.

The IDF will continue to work in order to improve the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip, along with the international community, while refuting the false claims of deliberate starvation in Gaza.
IDF: The IDF Struck Hezbollah Terror Targets in Southern Lebanon

A short while ago, the IDF struck several Hezbollah underground infrastructure in southern Lebanon.

The presence of the infrastructure that was struck posed a blatant violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon.

The IDF will continue to operate in order to remove any threat posed to the state of Israel.
IDF: The IDF Continues Its Operational Activity in the Gaza Strip

On August 9th, 2025, the IDF, directed by the ISA, struck in the area of Khan Yunis, and eliminated Nasser Musa, a key terrorist in the Rafah Brigade, who served as the Head of Hamas' Military Control Department.

The terrorist was responsible for the operational readiness and exercises of the Rafah Brigade, which advanced and carried out terrorist attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians during the war.

Musa was a close associate of Mohammad Sabaneh, the Rafah Brigade commander, who was eliminated in May 2025. In addition, the terrorist Nasser Musa held numerous roles in Hamas' Rafah brigade, including roles in military intelligence and the observation array.

Musa's elimination further degrades the Rafah Brigade’s operational capabilities and Hamas terrorists' abilities to carry out attacks against IDF troops in the area.

Yesterday (Thursday), the IDF struck a structure used by terrorist organizations in Khan Yunis to store rockets intended to be launched at the State of Israel and IDF troops.

Guided by IDF and ISA intelligence, IDF troops continue operational activity against the terrorist organizations throughout the Gaza Strip.

IDF troops continue to operate in Khan Yunis, where they located and dismantled a terrorist structure and eliminated terrorist cells.

In southern Gaza, IDF troops dismantled dozens of military infrastructure and eliminated terrorists from the air.

In the northern Gaza Strip, IDF troops continue to defend the civilians of the communities near the Gaza Strip. The troops eliminated terrorists and demolished tunnel shafts that posed a threat to IDF troops.

The IDF and ISA will continue to operate against the terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip.