Israel Engages in Ongoing Operations Across Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and West Bank

On Sunday, September 20, 2026, marking the 1080th day of the "War of Revival" (also known as "Swords of Iron"), the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported continued operations across multiple fronts. In the West Bank, IDF forces conducted raids in Palestinian towns, detaining suspects. Simultaneously, the IDF maintained 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 was in effect, though the IDF controlled over 60% of the strip through a buffer zone. The IDF stated it would respond to violations by attacking terrorists, including targeted assassinations. The report detailed several specific incidents from the preceding weekend: the killing of a Palestinian in Khan Yunis, Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon, and the elimination of three Hamas operatives, including Yahya Hamduna, who participated in the October 7, 2023, attacks.

Further incidents included the apprehension of a terrorist responsible for a shooting attack near Neve Tzuf, which resulted in one fatality and one severe injury. The IDF also neutralized a terrorist attempting a vehicle ramming attack near Ganim. The report also noted ongoing operations in various Palestinian villages in the West Bank, including detentions and alleged settler violence.

The article provided extensive historical context for the "Swords of Iron" war, which began on October 7, 2023, with a Hamas-led attack on Israel. It detailed the initial atrocities, the subsequent Israeli response, casualty figures on both sides, the fate of hostages, and a timeline of major escalations and ceasefires, including operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran, as well as exchanges with Houthi forces. The report concluded by stating that despite various agreements and pauses, the IDF continues to operate in the West Bank, Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.