Israel Continues Operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and West Bank

On Sunday, September 20, 2026, marking the 1080th day of the "War of Revival" (also known as "Iron Swords" War), the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported ongoing operations across multiple fronts. In the West Bank, IDF forces conducted raids in Palestinian villages, leading to arrests. The IDF maintains control over a buffer zone in southern Lebanon and southwestern Syria, conducting strikes and operations within these territories as needed. In Gaza, a formal ceasefire is in effect, though the IDF controls a significant buffer zone within the sector. The IDF stated it attacks terrorists in response to violations of the ceasefire and conducts targeted assassinations.

Early morning reports on September 20 detailed IDF activity in the West Bank, with forces operating in Al-Mughayyer, north-east of Ramallah, and in the village of Asira al-Shamaliya, north of Nablus, resulting in arrests. IDF units were also active in Asira al-Qibliya, south of Nablus, and in Aqaba, north of Tubas. Additionally, operations were reported in Azzun, east of Qalqilya, and Al-Mahfiya, west of Nablus, with one suspect detained. Palestinian sources also reported casualties from an attack by Israeli settlers near Al-Lubban ash-Sharqiya, south of Nablus, with military presence noted at the scene.

The "War of Revival" began on October 7, 2023, with a large-scale Hamas attack from Gaza, involving rocket barrages and the infiltration of thousands of militants into Israel. This attack resulted in over a thousand civilian deaths, hundreds of security personnel killed, and hundreds taken hostage. The conflict subsequently expanded with Hezbollah engaging from Lebanon. The article details the initial Hamas attack, the subsequent Israeli declaration of war, and significant casualties on both sides, including over 2,000 Israelis killed and approximately 970 IDF soldiers lost. It also notes the elimination of key terrorist leaders, including Ismail Haniyeh, Hassan Nasrallah, and Yahya Sinwar, and the extensive use of rockets and drones by various groups. The article also references disputed casualty figures from the Gaza Ministry of Health, with an external report suggesting Hamas inflated numbers. The ongoing conflict has displaced hundreds of thousands of Israelis and Palestinians, with significant humanitarian aid entering Gaza, though Hamas is accused of diverting some of it. The report also touches upon past Israeli operations in Iran, Syria, and against Houthi targets in Yemen, as well as various phases of the war in Gaza and Lebanon, including ceasefires and prisoner exchanges.