Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Deep in Gaza's combat zones: IDF Unit 563 builds structures for soldiers


On an almost daily basis, convoys of the IDF’s Construction Unit 563 in southern Israel bring both equipment and structures to soldiers in the Gaza Strip, the military revealed on Tuesday.

The unit, which operates under the Southern Command, is divided into three sections.

“The first section evaluates the terrain and designs structures tailored to the conditions, whether deep in the combat zone or on the rear line,” Unit Commander Lt.-Col. Avital Baron said. “The execution section handles construction, sometimes even under fire, while the maintenance section is responsible for the regular maintenance of the outposts.”  (Read More)