IDF: Based on IDF and ISA intelligence, the IAF struck terrorists operating inside a compound within the Dalal School in the area of Shejaiya in Gaza City. The compound was used by Hamas as a hideout for commanders and operatives and to plan terror attacks against the State of Israel.
Prior to the strike, numerous steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including the use of precise munitions, surveillance, and additional intelligence.
The Hamas terrorist organization systematically violates international law by operating inside civilian infrastructure and exploiting the civilian population as human shields for its terrorist activities.
Joint IDF and ISA announcement:
The IDF and ISA eliminated a Nukhba terrorist who participated in the October 7th Massacre and was responsible for the recording and publication of attacks against IDF troops
In a joint IDF and ISA operation, the IAF struck and eliminated Ismail al-Ghoul, a Hamas Military Wing operative and Nukhba terrorist who participated in the October 7th Massacre.
As part of his role in the military wing, Al-Ghoul instructed other operatives on how to record operations and was actively involved in recording and publicizing attacks against IDF troops. His activities in the field were a vital part of Hamas’ military activity.
The IDF and ISA are operating in order to eliminate terrorists who participated in the October 7th Massacre and will continue to do so.
IDF: “Last Saturday, the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon fired this Iranian Falaq-1 rocket directly at a soccer field in Majdal Shams in northern Israel. 12 innocent children playing soccer on a Saturday evening were murdered as this rocket containing fifty-three kilograms of explosives hit the field. Hezbollah claimed they were not responsible for the attacks. This is a lie.”
Attached is an English video announcement of the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari regarding the Iranian Falaq-1 rocket: https://bit.ly/3SwiHMV
“Today, we can confirm that the IDF eliminated Mohammed Deif, the Commander of Hamas’ Military Wing and the architect of the October 7th Massacre.”
Attached is an English video announcement of the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari regarding the elimination of Mohammed Deif: https://bit.ly/4d66hne
IDF: The IDF eliminated the Islamic Jihad’s Deputy Head of Weapons Manufacturing; IDF troops eliminated approximately 30 terrorists in the area of Rafah
During a targeted, intelligence-based operation, the IDF eliminated the terrorist Mohammed al-Jabari, who was deputy head of weapons manufacturing for the Islamic Jihad. Al-Jabari was responsible for financing weapons manufacturing infrastructure for the Islamic Jihad in northern Gaza, the distribution of salaries and funds, and was part of attempts to restore the Islamic Jihad’s rocket manufacturing capabilities and infrastructure.
Prior to the strike, numerous steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including the use of precise munitions, surveillance, and additional intelligence.
Moreover, troops of the 162nd Division are continuing precise, intelligence-based operational activities in the area of Rafah. Over the past day, IDF troops eliminated approximately 30 terrorists during close-quarters encounters and in aerial strikes.
Furthermore, troops of the 16th Brigade began operational activities in central Gaza under the command of the 252nd Division. The troops identified a terrorist cell exiting a terror tunnel in order to attack IDF forces. Shortly following the identification, the IAF eliminated the terrorists. In addition, the IAF struck a structure in which numerous explosive devices and weapons were stored.
Attached are photos of the IDF activities throughout the Gaza Strip: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC02082411
IDF: Earlier today (Friday), a Hezbollah terrorist attempted to launch rockets toward the area of Arab al Aramshe. The launches failed and did not cross into Israeli territory.
Shortly afterward, the IDF identified the terrorist who fired the rockets in the area of Wadi Hamoul and the IAF swiftly struck the terrorist.
Over the past few hours, numerous launches were identified crossing from Lebanese territory, most of which fell in open areas. No injuries were reported.
IDF artillery struck the sources of fire.
IDF: Earlier today (Friday), the IDF Aerial Defense Array successfully intercepted a suspicious aerial target that crossed from Lebanon into the northern Golan heights. Sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
Israel Fire Services are currently operating in the area to extinguish a fire that was ignited by fallen debris from the interception. No injuries were reported.
Additionally, a short while ago, the IAF struck two Hezbollah terrorists operating within a military structure in the area of Blida in southern Lebanon.
The terrorists were struck shortly after being identified operating in the area from which the launches were fired today toward the Ramim Ridge.
Attached is a video of the identification and strike on the terrorists: https://bit.ly/3Ab03ny
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff to reserve soldiers in Gaza: let those who attack the citizens of the State of Israel know that we are ready to go far, to gather very precise intelligence, to strike and to kill
Last night (Thursday), the Chief of the General Staff, Major General Herzi Halevi, held a situational assessment in the Central Gaza Strip corridor with the Commanding Officer of the Southern Command, MG Yaron Finkelman, the commander of Division 252, BG Moran Omer and additional commanders.
Attached is a video from the remarks of the Chief of the General Staff: https://bit.ly/46wh2fY
Attached is a related video: https://bit.ly/3SzRQiS
Attached are related photos: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC8937456
Attached are the full remarks of the Chief of the General Staff: “Our message to the entire Middle East this week – those who attack the citizens of Israel, those who attack the State of Israel, we are ready to go far, know how to put in a lot of effort to gather very precise intelligence, to strike, to kill and also to take risks. We struck in Beirut and we are striking in Gaza, and we will be very strong In defense, and then we will strike very strongly. This message is very important. We cannot do these things without relying on the fact that we have reservists with a very high level of professionalism and dedication. The IDF is operating with excellence, you are operating with excellence, but we need to know that we have the patience, the determination to keep doing it right until we reach the goals of the war.’
IDF: Today (Friday), the Chief of the Defence Staff (United Kingdom), Admiral ( * * * *) Sir Antony David Radakin, met with the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi
During the meeting, the commanders held a situational assessment in which they discussed strategic security issues and cooperation in the region.
The IDF will continue to deepen its relations with the British Armed Forces out of a joint commitment to maintaining regional security and both armies’ shared interests.
Attached are related photos: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC0208202445324
IDF: The INS Atzmaut Missile Ship, of the Sa’ar 6-Class Corvette Model, Carried Out a Successful Interception as Part of a Test Using a ‘LRAD’ Long-Range Interceptor
This week, the Israeli Navy, the Ministry of Defense’s Directorate of Defense Research & Development and the Israel Aerospace Industries successfully completed an interception test using a long-range interceptor – ‘LRAD’.
The Israeli Navy’s missile ships, of the Sa’ar 6 class corvette model, which during the ‘Swords of Iron’ War were declared as operational, are equipped with wide aerial defense layers combining kinetic and non-kinetic systems. The ‘Barak Magen’ aerial defense system and the ‘LRAD’ long-range interceptor completes the Israeli Navy the ability to manage a wide variety of aerial threats.
During the test, a precise rocket was launched at a target that simulated a strategic asset at sea, the ‘Barak Magen’ system detected, tracked and classified the target as a threat and completed a successful interception process until the target was destroyed. This test is a proof of the system’s operational capability and readiness during combat.
The ‘Barak Magen’ system is an advanced aerial defense system produced by the Israel Aerospace Industries, which incorporates a multi-mission radar that enables the detection of a variety of threats, their classification by the weapon system and their interception by a long-range interceptor. The system has the ability to deal with a wide range of threats including: Ballistic, Cruise Missiles, UAVs and more.
These days, as the IDF is dealing with a variety of aerial threats, from several arenas, both near and far, the operationalization of the ‘LRAD’ long-range interceptor will strengthen the Israeli Navy’s capability to achieve naval superiority.
Deputy Commander in Chief & Chief of Staff of the Israeli Navy, Rear Admiral Guy Goldfarb: The success of the trial and the operationalization of the additional hard defense system of the Sa’ar 6 class corvette missile ships, which are currently carrying out a variety of missions as part of the combat – in the Mediterranean and Red Seas, including the aerial defense mission which will strengthen the IDF’s capabilities in the face of a variety of threats. These vessels will continue to protect the State of Israel, its strategic assets at sea and will act to preserve the freedom of navigation towards the State of Israel and the routes leading to it.
CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries, Boaz Levy: “IAI welcomes the fruitful cooperation with the Navy and the Ministry of Defense, which led to unique operational achievements of the defense systems. The company is engaged day and night in developing technologies that are adapted to conflicts in the region at this time, for the security of the State of Israel. Barak MX is an advanced air defense system based on medium-range MRAD, long-range LRAD and very long-range ER Barak interceptors. The system provides protection against a wide variety of threats, including cruise missiles, rockets and mortars, ballistics and more.”
BG Yehuda Elmakayes, Head of the research and development unit in the Directorate of Defence Research & Development: “The impressive success of the interception is a direct result of joint and long-term R&D efforts of the DDR&D, the Israeli Navy and the Aerospace Industry.
The development of the ‘Barak Magen’ system and the long-range interceptor ‘LRAD’ demonstrate our ability to deal with evolving threats and provide advanced solutions to protect Israel’s national interests at sea. We continue to invest in research and development at sea, under the sea, on land, underground, in the air, in space and in the spectrum to ensure that our troops are always equipped with the most advanced technologies that will provide them with the operational-technological advantage.”
Attached is a related video: https://bit.ly/4cgcNGG
