IDF Updates – August 12th

IDF: IDF operational activities continue across the Gaza Strip

IDF troops are continuing to conduct precise, intelligence-based operations in the Rafah area. This morning (Sunday), IDF troops identified a terrorist cell exiting a tunnel shaft in the area of Rafah. The IAF struck and eliminated the terrorists.

In another incident, the troops also identified a terrorist cell entering a military structure adjacent to IDF troops and struck the terrorist cell in cooperation with the IAF.

IDF troops carried out a strike in the area from which projectiles were launched toward Kibbutz Kissufim yesterday (Saturday), as well as a Hamas military structure used by the Hamas’ rocket unit.

Over the past day, the IAF struck approximately 30 Hamas terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip, including military structures, an anti-tank missile launch post, and weapons storage facilities.

Attached is a video of the identification and strike on the terrorists in the Rafah area this morning: https://we.tl/t-pDpPs126Sz

Attached is a video of the IDF strikes throughout the Gaza Strip: https://we.tl/t-St3dWYyIQd

Attached are photos of the IDF activities throughout the Gaza Strip: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC11082024586


IDF: Following the initial report regarding the shooting attack in the area of the Mehola Junction on Route 90, terrorists opened fire from a passing vehicle at a number of vehicles in the area. As a result of the attack, an Israeli civilian was killed, and an additional Israeli civilian was injured and is currently receiving treatment from medical teams. IDF soldiers have begun pursuing the terrorists, blocking routes, and conducting thorough searches in the area.


IDF: Another series of exercises in the Northern Command: Combat in dense terrain, encountering the enemy and activating fire – the 646th Reserve Brigade completed an exercise simulating combat in enemy territory

In recent days, the soldiers of the 646th Reserve Brigade completed a brigade-level exercise in the northern arena. The brigade moved north for the exercise after operating in the central and southern Gaza Strip and carrying out operational activities in Judea and Samaria.

The forces practiced combat scenarios in which they improved their tactical skills, including movement in dense terrain, advancing along mountain terrain, and directing firepower in enemy territory. Additionally, the brigade trained for scenarios of evacuating wounded from the battlefield under fire and the cooperation between various units.

The exercise is part of a series of exercises conducted by ground forces in the northern arena, led by the National Center for Ground Training.

Attached is footage from the exercise: https://we.tl/t-lS0Fznhpqf

Attached are related photos: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC5760867


IDF: The Military Court has accepted the Military Prosecution’s request and extended the detention of the suspects until Tuesday to complete investigative actions.

During the hearing, the Military Prosecution stated its intention to transfer investigative materials to the defense before the investigation concludes. Consequently, the court ruled that the primary investigative materials must be provided to the defense before the next hearing, allowing the defense to prepare arguments regarding the evidentiary basis and to consider the possibility of alternative detention.


IDF: Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in northern Israel, approximately 30 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon toward the area of Kabri, a number of which fell in open areas. No injuries were reported.

The IDF is striking the sources of fire.


Joint IDF and ISA announcement:

Identities of 31 Hamas and Islamic Jihad Terrorists Confirmed Eliminated So Far in the Strike on the Military Facility at the Al-Taba’een School

Following intelligence research by the IDF and ISA, the names of 12 more terrorists who were eliminated in the strike last Saturday (10.8.24) on the military facility at the Al-Taba’een School, are revealed.

Attached are the names and photos of the 12 additional terrorists revealed: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC12082024756

Attached are the names and photos of the 31 terrorists: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC12082024786


IDF: Today (Monday), the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi, held a situational assessment and approval of plans in the various arenas, with the participation of the Deputy Chief of the General Staff, the Head of the Intelligence Directorate (J2), the Head of the Operations Directorate (J3), the Commanding Officer of the Northern Command, the Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, the Commanding Officer of the Home Front Command and other commanders from the General Staff Forum.

The Chief of the General Staff emphasized the continuation of a high level of readiness and efforts to prepare for offense and defense.

Attached is a related video: https://we.tl/t-va2dn9PcgF

Attached are related photos: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC12081400


IDF: Throughout the day (Monday), a number of projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into the areas of Ramim Ridge, Metula and Har Dov. No injuries were reported.

Earlier today, the IAF struck a Hezbollah launcher in the area of Wardiyeh in southern Lebanon.

Additionally, this morning, the IAF struck Hezbollah military structures in the area of Chihine and Jibbain in southern Lebanon.

Furthermore, IDF artillery struck to remove threats in the areas of Wadi Hamoul, Ramyeh and Ayta ash Shab in southern Lebanon.

Attached are videos of the strikes: https://we.tl/t-Ft2o19N3j6


IDF: Initial report – A report was received regarding a shooting incident in the area of Qalqilya. Details to follow.


IDF: A short while ago, a shooting attack occurred in the city of Qalqilya during which a terrorist fired at an Israeli civilian who was in the city, injuring him and two Palestinians. The Israeli civilian was evacuated to a hospital to receive medical treatment.

IDF forces conducted a pursuit after the terrorist and neutralized him adjacent to Qalqilya.

The IDF emphasizes that the entrance of Israeli civilians into Area A is dangerous and prohibited by law.


IDF: IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari:

“We take the declarations and statements of our enemies seriously. Therefore, we are prepared at peak readiness in offense and defense.”

Please find attached the translation of a briefing by the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari:
https://www.idf.il/222998


IDF: In the last few minutes, the Hamas terrorist organization published a message on Telegram in which they claimed that in two separate incidents, a hostage was killed, and two additional female hostages were injured by Hamas operatives.
We currently do not have any intelligence information that allows us to refute or confirm Hamas’ claims.
We will continue to examine and verify the credibility of the message and will update with any more information that we obtain.

A Message from Shalom