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

On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the 1083rd day of the "Iron Swords" war, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported ongoing operations across multiple fronts. In the West Bank, the IDF conducted raids in Arab villages, while in Lebanon, it maintained control over a "buffer zone" in the south. The IDF also carried out strikes and operations in Syria, where a reserve brigade completed a three-month mission near the border.

In Gaza, a ceasefire is formally in effect, though the IDF controls a buffer zone encompassing over 60% of the territory. The IDF stated it attacks terrorists in response to ceasefire violations and conducts targeted assassinations. On this day, the IDF reported an airstrike near a bakery west of Deir al-Balah in central Gaza.

A car-ramming attack occurred on Route 443, injuring one soldier, with the assailant subsequently neutralized by security forces. Separately, the IDF announced the elimination of Muhammad Abu Aluan, identified as Hamas's head of financial operations, in Khan Younis. The Gaza Ministry of Health confirmed his death but did not comment on his alleged involvement in terrorism.

In the West Bank, police arrested a resident of Samaria on suspicion of inciting terrorism and supporting militant groups. The IDF also conducted a nighttime operation in the village of Kafr Qallil, detaining a wanted Fatah activist, identified by local sources as Palestinian police Colonel Majdi Amr.

The IDF's ongoing activities include operations in various West Bank locations such as Nablus, Tulkarm, and Hebron, with reports of detentions and clashes. In southern Lebanon, the IDF reportedly shelled targets near Mansouri and Khiam.