(Asien) Israelische Armee

[Nightwatch]

IDF calls surprise drill in tension-ridden north

The IDF launched on Tuesday a major exercise at the north of the country, calling up an entire division and some 2,000 reservists for the drill.


The IDF reportedly decided to hold the exercise in view of the sensitive security situation over the threats issuing from Lebanon and Syria. The exercise is intended to go on until the weekend.

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IAF kills Gaza terrorist linked to Eilat rocket

Terrorist named as Hitham Mashal, a rocket manufacturing expert and member of jihadist group operating in Gaza and Sinai.

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