Israel Engages in Operations Across Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Judea and Samaria

On November 12, 2026, the 1133rd day of the "War of Revival" or "Swords of Iron War" saw continued Israeli military activity in multiple theaters. The IDF maintained control over a buffer zone in southern Lebanon and southwestern Syria, conducting strikes and operations in both countries. In Gaza, a ceasefire was formally in effect, but the IDF controlled a buffer zone covering over 60% of the strip, responding to violations with attacks on militants and targeted assassinations. Operations were also ongoing in Judea and Samaria, with the IDF active in various Palestinian towns and villages, leading to arrests.

Early morning reports on November 12, 2026, indicated IDF helicopter strikes east of Khan Yunis in Gaza, and IDF ground operations in several locations in Judea and Samaria, including Shechem, Siris, Hizma, Dir Sharaf, and Aqaba. Suspects were detained in Siris and Qalqilya. Gaza also reported artillery fire near Khan Yunis. A significant event occurred when Israeli Air Force aircraft struck the Al-Yassin building of the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Yunis. Local civil defense reported at least six fatalities and over 20 wounded, including surgeon Razik Abu-Shaira. The strike reportedly targeted an operation to eliminate a specific individual, with Hamas security official Khalid Abu Anza potentially among the deceased. The IDF had not commented on this incident at the time of publication.

The article also provided extensive historical context for the "Swords of Iron War," which began with Hamas's October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel. These attacks involved rocket barrages, border breaches by thousands of militants, mass killings of civilians, and the abduction of hundreds of Israelis and foreign nationals. Hezbollah also joined the conflict, initiating rocket fire from the north. The war resulted in significant casualties on both sides, with over 2000 Israelis killed on October 7 and subsequent days, and tens of thousands wounded. The IDF reported approximately 970 soldiers killed since the war's start, and an estimated 20,000 Hamas militants and 10,000 Hezbollah militants eliminated. The conflict saw the elimination of key leaders from Hamas and Hezbollah, including Ismail Haniyeh, Hassan Nasrallah, and Yahya Sinwar. Hundreds of thousands of Israelis were displaced from their homes. The report detailed numerous other events and operations throughout the war, including exchanges of fire with Houthi forces in Yemen, strikes in Iran, and significant operations in Lebanon and Gaza, with various phases and codenames like "Arrows of the North," "Strength and Sword," and "Chariots of Gideon."

Past developments included a prisoner exchange agreement in January 2025, followed by renewed fighting in Gaza in March 2025. The conflict also involved international mediation and diplomatic efforts, with a US-brokered ceasefire and prisoner exchange announced in October 2025, leading to the release of the last remaining hostages. The article also mentioned a joint Israeli-American operation against Iran in February 2026, codenamed "Roaring Lion" and "Epic Fury," which reportedly led to the elimination of top Iranian leaders. Ceasefires were later implemented in Iran and Lebanon, though the situation remained volatile with ongoing attempts at negotiation and the high probability of renewed conflict.