As part of efforts to strengthen the defense of the residents of northern Israel, forces from the 7th Brigade Combat Team, under the command of the 36th Division, conducted targeted raids in southern Lebanon over the past week to dismantle terrorist infrastructure and eliminate Hezbollah terrorists.
So far, the 7th Brigade Combat Team eliminated dozens of terrorists and dismantled dozens of terrorist infrastructure sites, including a weapons depot, a command center, and observation posts belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization.
At the same time, the Northern Command continues preparations to deploy additional troops in the coming week, in accordance with the Chief of the General Staff’s directive.
In addition, troops from the Golani Brigade have completed their deployment, and following a period of recuperation, the Brigade is prepared for orders, in accordance with the situational assessment.
The IDF emphasized that the activity of IDF troops in southern Lebanon, as part of a forward defense posture, constitutes an additional layer of protection for the residents of northern Israel.
"The IDF will continue to operate with force against the Hezbollah terrorist organization while also striking the Iranian terror regime and its proxies," it added.
Brigadier General S., Commander of the 7th Brigade, said, "The hour has come for us once again, after months of continuous fighting in Gaza. We have been called to rise and strike the enemy that seeks to harm the residents of the north."
He added, "We will strike the enemy decisively to push the threat away from our communities and ensure the eternity of Israel. The residents are relying on us. We continue together with joy, hope, and faith."