Israel Continues Operations in Gaza, Lebanon, and West Bank

On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, the 1069th day of the 'War of Swords of Iron' (also called the 'War of Revival'), the Israeli military (IDF) reported ongoing operations in Gaza, the West Bank (Judea and Samaria), Lebanon, and Syria. In the West Bank, IDF forces were active in several Palestinian towns, including Jenin, Na'alin, Azzun, and Hebron. Gaza is under a formal ceasefire, but the IDF maintains a buffer zone covering over 60% of the territory and conducts strikes in response to violations. In Lebanon, the IDF controls a buffer zone along the southern border and carries out strikes against Hezbollah targets. Similarly, the IDF operates in Syria, striking targets and maintaining control over a buffer zone in the southwest. The article also references a joint Israeli-American military operation against Iran that concluded on April 8, 2026, followed by continued hostilities against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Earlier on September 8, the IDF and Shin Bet announced strikes on three Hamas and Islamic Jihad weapons depots in Gaza, destroying stored rockets, Kalashnikov rifles, and other equipment. A missile launch shaft used during the war was also eliminated. The report details the origins of the war on October 7, 2023, including the Hamas-led attack on Israel, the subsequent Israeli declaration of war, and the significant casualties on both sides. It also provides a lengthy chronology of events since the war began, detailing major operations, hostage exchanges, and leadership eliminations.

The article highlights the prolonged nature of the conflict, noting that by January 2025, all living hostages had been released, and by January 26, 2026, the remains of the last Israeli killed on October 7, 2023, were returned from Gaza. It also mentions the ongoing humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza, with Hamas reportedly diverting a significant portion of the supplies. The report touches upon past Israeli actions, including strikes on Iran and operations in Syria following the fall of the Bashar Assad regime in December 2024.