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IDF Updates – May 2nd

IDF: Terrorists launched mortar shells at IDF troops- IAF aircraft eliminated the terrorists and struck the area of the launches

Earlier today, several mortar shells were launched at IDF soldiers operating in the central Gaza Strip. In response, an IAF aircraft, in cooperation with IDF ground troops, swiftly eliminated the terrorists who launched the mortar shells, struck the area of the launch, as well as additional terrorist infrastructure near the troops in the central Gaza Strip.

Earlier today, four remains were located in an open space in the area of Holit. No injuries and no damage were reported.

Attached is a video of the elimination of the terrorists that launched mortar shells at IDF soldiers in the Central Gaza Strip: https://bit.ly/3Wo8lBj


IDF: Chief of General Staff to Reserve Soldiers in the North: I have great appreciation for you on behalf of the IDF and the State of Israel

The Chief of General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi, conducted a tour and held a situational assessment today (Wednesday) at the Lebanese border with the Commanding Officer of the Northern Command, MG Ori Gordin, the Commanding Officer of the 146th Division, BG Yisrael Shomer, and other commanders.
During the visit, the Chief of the General Staff spoke with reserve commanders of the “Etzioni” Brigade (6), which has been on operational duty in the Western Galilee over recent weeks.

Attached is related footage: https://bit.ly/4blJceL

Attached are related photos: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC1524352

Chief of General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi
“The offensive operation in Gaza will continue with strength; its objectives are both to restore security to the communities near the Gaza Strip and to bring the hostages back home securely. You are doing an excellent job of operational defense in the north, and we are preparing for an offensive in the north. We are taking the difficult event of October 7th, we have recovered, moved forward strongly, and are making a very clear statement about our presence here going forward. The reserve force plays a significant role in this. The State of Israel, I’m saying this on my own behalf, on behalf of the IDF, and I dare say on behalf of the State of Israel and the Israeli government, has great appreciation for your extended presence here.”


IDF: Earlier today, two anti-tank missile launches were identified crossing from Lebanon into the area of Shtula in northern Israel. As a result, damage was caused in the area. No injures were reported. The IDF struck the sources of fire.

A short while ago, IAF fighter jets struck Hezbollah military compounds and terror infrastructures in the areas of Ayta ash Shab and Marwahin in southern Lebanon. Additionally, throughout the past day, IDF fighter jets struck Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure in the area of Tayr Harfa in southern Lebanon.


IDF: IAF fighter jets struck armed terrorists, terrorist infrastructure, and operational tunnel shafts; The IDF continues to operate in the central Gaza Strip

Yesterday (Wednesday), a number of launches toward IDF troops were identified in central Gaza. No injuries were reported. In response, IAF fighter jets and IDF artillery struck an operational tunnel shaft and a mortar launch post in the area from which the launches were identified.

IDF ground troops identified and quickly eliminated a terrorist cell adjacent to them in central Gaza using an IAF aircraft and artillery fire.

Additionally, IDF ground troops used a UAV to identify a terrorist entering a military structure in central Gaza which was then struck by an IAF fighter jet, eliminating the terrorist.

Throughout the past day, IAF fighter jets struck a large amount of terrorist infrastructure, including operational tunnel shafts and military structures, to assist IDF ground troops.
Additionally, an IAF aircraft struck armed terrorists that threatened the troops.

Attached is a video of IDF strikes in the Gaza Strip: https://bit.ly/3xYXcNk

Attached are photos of the IDF operational activity in the Gaza Strip: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC0205202444453430987


IDF: Overnight, IAF fighter jets struck a number of Hezbollah terror infrastructures in the area of Chebaa. Additionally, a short while ago, IDF troops identified a terrorist operating in a Hezbollah military compound in the area of Markaba. A short while afterward, IAF fighter jets struck the compound where the terrorist operated.

Attached is a video of the strike on the military compound: https://bit.ly/3QtWePD


IDF: Earlier today, IDF soldiers removed the debris of an additional surface-to-surface missile that was fired at Israel as part of the Iranian attack last month. The missile was intercepted in the area of Nahal Ye’elim, adjacent to the city of Arad.

The debris was cleared of hazardous materials and was evacuated via a crane by IDF troops, under the guidance of the IDF Home Front Command’s Southern District, along with fire and rescue forces.

The public and travelers in the area, are requested to act based on the instructions of the Home Front Command when encountering any suspicious objects. We emphasize that debris and fragments of interceptions might be dangerous, must not be touched, and be reported to the Israel Police 100 hotline.

Attached are related photos: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC020524055


IDF: Attached is the IDF Spokesperson announcement regarding new appointments to the General Staff Forum:
https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC02052024984652


IDF: Earlier today, IDF soldiers identified terrorists entering a Hezbollah military compound in the area of Ayta ash Shab in southern Lebanon. Shortly after the identification, IAF fighter jets struck the military compound in which the terrorists were operating.

Additionally, throughout the day, four launches were identified crossing from Lebanon into the area of Har Dov in northern Israel. The IDF Aerial Defense Array successfully intercepted three launches, and the other launch fell in an open area. No injuries were reported. In response, the IDF struck the sources of the launches.

Attached is video footage of the strike on the Hezbollah military compound: https://bit.ly/49WWvBq

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