Late IDF Commander's Secret Operation Against Syrian Border Threats Revealed
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
A secret Israeli military operation, "Gadid Tamarim," led by the late Colonel Ehsan Deksa, targeted Syrian forces near the Golan border in 2021 and 2023. The operation aimed to prevent Syrian military buildup close to Israel and potential use by hostile groups like Hezbollah. Deksa, who later fell in Gaza, was known for his strategic thinking and proactive approach to security threats. His actions are remembered as a key part of his legacy in identifying and neutralizing dangers before they escalate.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Late Colonel Ehsan Deksa led a secret operation "Gadid Tamarim" against Syrian forces near the Golan border.
- The operation involved strikes in November 2021 and August 2023 to prevent Syrian military buildup.
- The goal was to push Syrian forces away from the border and deny infrastructure to hostile groups.
- Deksa also worried about the Druze community in Syria's Sweida region.
- He was described as a strategic commander who thought many steps ahead.
A secret operation led by the late Colonel Ehsan Deksa, commander of the 401st Brigade who fell in battle in northern Gaza, aimed to thwart Syrian forces from establishing positions near the Israeli border. The operation, codenamed "Gadid Tamarim" (Date Palm Picking), involved strikes against Syrian outposts in November 2021 and a deeper attack in August 2023. The objective was to push Syrian forces away from the border and prevent the creation of military infrastructure that could be used by hostile elements, including Hezbollah. At the time, Syrian forces were setting up tents and structures in the demilitarized zone between the border fence and the Alpha Line, known as the "Barrel Line." Deksa perceived these developments as a threat requiring action, initiating raids and attacks using infantry, tanks, and guided missiles. Deksa also expressed concern for the Druze community in Syria, particularly in the Sweida region. Years after his death in Gaza, his legacy includes this proactive approach to identifying and neutralizing threats early on. His widow, Huda Deksa, described him as a strategist who could anticipate the enemy's thinking, stating he was at his peak during his tenure on the Golan Heights. A lieutenant colonel who served with Deksa noted his ability to analyze enemy intentions and think several steps ahead.