IDF Returns Israeli Civilians Who Crossed Into Syrian Territory Near Mount Hermon
Three Israeli civilians crossed into Syrian territory near Mount Hermon on the evening prior, according to an IDF spokesperson. The military located the individuals and returned them to Israeli soil, where they were handed over to police for further processing. The IDF described the incident as a serious disruption to operational activities and a threat to the security of IDF forces operating in the area. The civilians, identified as members of the "Pioneers of Bashan" group known for frequently crossing the border, claimed they had entered Syria to pray.
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