Cooperation between the Israeli Air Force and ground forces in southern Lebanon has been ongoing since the start of the operation targeting the Hezbollah terror group and its infrastructure.
Since the beginning of the ongoing targeted operation against Hezbollah, the Israeli Air Force has struck more than 2,000 targets in support of ground forces in southern Lebanon, using fighter jets, combat helicopters, and remotely piloted aircraft.
"Israeli Air Force control centers and personnel maintain direct communication with ground forces, accompanying operations across various areas, directing troops in the field, and eliminating threats, at times within close proximity to the troops," the IDF noted.
As part of strengthening joint, multi-domain cooperation, the Commander of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, conducted a situational assessment at the Northern Command alongside the Commanding Officer, Maj. Gen. Rafi Milo.
The commanders discussed operational plans moving forward, and Israeli Air Force officers received an updated operational overview of forces on the ground and requirements for the continuation of the operation.