Israel Continues Operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria Amid Ongoing War

On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, marking the 1089th day of the "Iron Swords" war, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported ongoing operations across multiple fronts. In Judea and Samaria, the IDF conducted raids in Arab towns, detaining suspects in areas including Balata, eastern and northern Shechem, and the village of Al-Mughayyer near Ramallah. The IDF also arrested the mayor of Hableh, Hamza Salah, east of Qalqilya, and operated in Anabta, east of Tulkarm, and Kabatiya, south of Jenin, where a local resident was injured.

In Gaza, a formal ceasefire is in effect, though the IDF maintains a buffer zone covering over 60% of the strip. The IDF reported airstrikes on a building in Gaza City's Al-Nasr neighborhood and targets in the Rimal area. Explosions of buildings were reported in Deir al-Balah, where one individual was killed by an IDF strike on Salah al-Din street.

Along Israel's northern border, the IDF controls a buffer zone in southern Lebanon and southwest Syria, conducting periodic strikes and operations. Artillery fire was directed at targets near Sarbin in southern Lebanon, and demolitions were carried out in the Al-Mansouri area. In Syria, IDF activity was reported in the western part of Ma'araya in the Daraa province.

The article also provides extensive historical context for the "Iron Swords" war, which began on October 7, 2023, with a Hamas-led attack on Israel. It details the initial attacks, the subsequent Israeli response, significant casualties on both sides, the fate of hostages, and major military operations and escalations throughout the conflict, including actions against Hezbollah, Hamas, and Iranian-backed forces. The report notes the significant displacement of civilians in Gaza and the ongoing delivery of humanitarian aid.