Saturday, December 7, 2024

In unusual step, IDF announces aerial and ground reinforcements in Golan Heights


Due to the ongoing internal conflict in Syria, the IDF has announced it is reinforcing aerial and ground forces in the Golan Heights, which borders Syria.

This follows a situational assessment carried out on Thursday and Friday by the IDF General Staff and Northern Command.

IDF troops are deployed along the border and the IDF is monitoring developments. It added in its statement on Friday afternoon that the army is prepared for all scenarios, both offensive and defensive.


The political-security cabinet also announced that it will meet on both Saturday evening and Sunday, Israeli media reported on Friday. Citing sources, Israeli media added that the cabinet will deal "mainly with Syria."  (Read More)