Israel Engaged in Ongoing Operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Judea and Samaria
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
On October 23, 2026, the 1113th day of the "Swords of Iron" war, the IDF conducted operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Judea and Samaria. Two Israeli soldiers were killed near Hebron, prompting a large-scale operation in the area. The IDF also reported strikes in Gaza and Lebanon, and arrests in Syria. The article provided extensive historical context on the war since October 7, 2023.
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- Two Israeli soldiers, Ron Yonatan Reitman and Yuval Shay Swilem, were killed in combat near Hebron on October 23, 2026.
- The IDF conducted operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Judea and Samaria on October 23, 2026.
- Over 70 wanted Palestinians were detained in Judea and Samaria in the week preceding October 23, 2026.
- The "Swords of Iron" war began on October 7, 2023, following a Hamas attack on Israel.
- The article details various phases of the conflict, including operations and ceasefires up to October 2026.
On October 23, 2026, the 1113th day of the "War of Revival" (also known as the "Swords of Iron" war) saw the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducting operations across multiple fronts. In Judea and Samaria, the IDF continued its operations in Arab towns, with forces reported in Azzun, south of Jenin, and Yaabad. In Gaza, a ceasefire was formally in effect, though the IDF maintained control over a buffer zone covering over 60% of the strip and responded to violations with attacks on terrorists and targeted assassinations. The IDF also maintained a buffer zone in southern Lebanon and southwestern Syria, conducting strikes and operations in both countries.
On this day, two Israeli soldiers, Senior Sergeant Ron Yonatan Reitman, 23, and Sergeant Yuval Shay Swilem, 20, were killed in a battle with terrorists at the Yehuda junction near Hebron. Following this attack, a large-scale operation was launched in the Hebron area, involving the IDF and Border Police (MAGAV), with searches conducted in the homes of eliminated terrorists and suspects. Over the past week, forces in Judea and Samaria, under the guidance of the Shin Bet, had detained over 70 wanted Palestinians, including individuals linked to Hamas and Islamic Jihad, and seized dozens of weapons.
Elsewhere, the IDF reported strikes east of Khan Yunis in Gaza, with tanks shelling targets and a drone attack resulting in one death and injuries. In Syria, IDF forces reportedly made an arrest in the town of Hadar near Quneitra. In Lebanon, the IDF carried out an explosion in Kfar Tibnit. The article also provided extensive background on the "Swords of Iron" war, which began on October 7, 2023, detailing the initial Hamas attack, the subsequent Israeli response, significant casualties on both sides, the fate of hostages, and various phases of the conflict including operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, and Yemen, as well as diplomatic efforts and ceasefires that occurred between 2023 and 2026.
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