Yaron Finkelman appointed new commander of IDF Southern Command
Major General Finkelman takes over for outgoing commander Eliezer Toledano.
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News and updates about Southern Command
IDF takes new measures following its inquiries into 2021 Gaza operation
Following three incidents during Operation Guardian of the Walls, the IDF took a series of command measures.
IDF launches surprise drill in the south
More than 3500 reservists will be mobilized for an extensive logistical drill in Israel's southern commands.
IDF commander: Barel Shmueli fired 7 bullets before he was shot
"There's no such thing as security without casualties," says commander of Gaza border region. "Nothing wrong with open-fire regulations."
PM: Hamas will receive blows it didn't expect
Netanyahu visits Southern Command as rockets continue to rain down, promises harsh response against Hamas, Islamic Jihad.
'Terrorists now know we can hit them wherever they hide'
PM holds security meeting with DM Bennett, military leaders at Southern Command headquarters, noting: "The equation has changed."
Netanyahu: We have renewed policy of targeted killings
PM holds security assessment at southern command, warns violent confrontation with Gaza not over.
Rethinking military kitchens
Southern Command completely remodels the base's kitchen, introduces far richer, more varied menu.
Gaza terrorists threaten head of Southern Command in video
'Al-Mujahideen Brigades' releases video showing commander responsible for Gaza region in sniper crosshairs, and threatening action.
'Our mission is not over until we return the soldiers'
Chief of Staff addresses recent challenges faced by Southern Command. 'While Hamas invests in terror, the IDF stands as a defensive shield.'
Officer responsible for losing classified plans imprisoned
IDF imprisons officer for 28 days after a top-secret document detailing IDF war plans against Hamas 'stolen' from Southern Command.
'Now is the time to hit Hamas'
Brigadier General (res.) Tzvika Fogel says Israel has nothing to gain by pushing off inevitable confrontation with Hamas terrorist group.
Watch: IDF Southern Command simulates terrorist infiltration
The IDF Southern Command in coordination with police and emergency bodies conducted a simulation of various terrorist infiltrations.
Southern Command: Hamas is ready for the next war
Southern Command chief, Eyal Zamir, at a conference for southern residents explained that Hamas is preparing for the next round of fighting.
President Rivlin visits the Gaza border
President Rivlin reviewed military operations in the Southern Command, and thanked the soldiers for their 'sophistication and power.'
IDF holds surprise drill in the Gaza region
General staff drill to take place in southern region, with residents likely to feel heavy presence of vehicles and jets.
IDF Ups Presence Near Sinai Border
Southern Command deployed in response to heightened tensions between Egypt, Sinai terror groups. 'We don't take risks,' officer explains.
IDF Official: We Will Destroy All the Tunnels
The head of the IDF’s Southern Command says Hamas has more terror tunnels and vows that the IDF will destroy them all.
IDF Cmdr. 'Surprised' by Quick Halt to Rocket Fire
The head of the IDF’s Southern Command says he was “surprised” at how quickly the rocket fire from Gaza stopped last week.
IDF Not Ruling Out Gaza Ground Offensive
The head of the IDF’s Southern Command says that the option of a ground operation in Gaza remains on the table.
Gov't Plays Defense against Gaza Attacks
Cabinet will approve fortification of Gaza Belt communities. Soldier still in serious condition after attack.
'It's Not Over Till It's Over', Says IDF Commander
Major General Tal Russo, commander of IDF Southern Command, predicts the latest escalation is far from over.
Facing Sinai Terror: Elite Unit's New Commander
The unit was founded two years ago, when the terror threat from Sinai became a pressing problem.
Officer: Egypt 'Works Tirelessly' against Terror
Col. Tal Hermoni: "Terrorists infiltrated under foggy conditions. Attack could have been worse."
Back to Normal on Southern Border
IDF no longer thinks there is a terrorist on the loose. Two or three terrorists were killed by Golani.
Fallen IDF Soldier Receives Posthumous Citation
First Sergeant Moshe Naftali, who was killed in a terror attack near Eilat, received a citation from the Head of Southern Command.
General: IDF Readying New Tools against Gaza
Southern Command Head Maj. Gen. Russo: Israel's south was the first to feel the brunt of "Arab Spring."
IDF 'Granite' Vehicle Debuts
New field intelligence vehicle – based on a Ford model – is to arrive in the south for tests.
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