IDF Chief of Staff Condemns Violence Against Innocents, Boosts Forces in West Bank
Translated & summarized from Davar by baba
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir declared that violence against innocents is unacceptable and must be eradicated. He stated this during a situation assessment at the Central Command, where he also announced increased forces in the West Bank to bolster security. Zamir emphasized the IDF's readiness to counter threats and thwart terrorism, while also acknowledging the one-year anniversary of an operation to rescue hostages from Gaza.
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- IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir condemned violence against innocents, calling for its eradication.
- Zamir announced increased military forces in the West Bank to enhance security and stability.
- The IDF is preparing for potential escalation and increased threats across multiple fronts.
- The military is maintaining high readiness for offensive operations against those targeting Israelis.
- Zamir marked the one-year anniversary of an operation to rescue hostages from Gaza.
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated on Wednesday that violence against innocent people does not reflect Israeli and Jewish values and must be eradicated with all available means. Speaking during a situation assessment at the Central Command, Zamir emphasized the IDF's commitment to ensuring the olive harvest can proceed safely, while maintaining public order and the security of all populations in the area.
During the assessment, which included senior commanders from the Central Command, Judea and Samaria Division, and other units, Zamir addressed the increasing threats across various fronts. The commanders conducted a reconnaissance of the Judea Brigade area, reviewing operational challenges and the missions of divisions operating in Judea and Samaria. The Chief of Staff also approved plans for continued operational activity, stressing the importance of thwarting terrorism and preserving stability in the region.
Zamir noted that the potential for escalation has grown due to numerous alerts across all fronts and the sensitivity of the current period. To improve operational control, forces have been reinforced in all sectors, including the deployment of Division 98 to strengthen security and stability. He added that forces have been reinforced and readiness levels increased, with preparations underway to counter surprise attempts.
"In this sensitive period, we must maintain vigilance and readiness in every sector, preserve freedom of operation, and thwart threats quickly," Zamir stated. "We are pursuing and fighting terror everywhere. The IDF is highly prepared to move to broad offensive operations against any entity that tries to harm Israeli civilians."
He also referenced the operation to return living hostages from Gaza a year ago, marking the anniversary of Operation "Shuvim Gebulam." Zamir highlighted that the mission to return hostages, both living and deceased, has been the guiding principle throughout the war, with Division 98 playing a significant role in hostage rescue operations.
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