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IDF Chief Halevi Announces Combat Operations in Syria as Fourth Front

Dec 8, 2024, 04:24 PM

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have expanded their military operations to include a fourth front in Syria, as announced by IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi. Addressing the Golani Brigade recruits, Halevi stated that the IDF is now fighting in Judea and Samaria, Gaza, Lebanon, and starting tonight, also in Syria. He emphasized that the main battle front will shift to Syria, with ground troops deployed into Syrian territory last night. Halevi also highlighted the IDF's readiness to prevent any threats from reaching Israel's borders, ensuring that local factions do not direct actions towards Israel. This development marks a significant escalation in the region's conflict dynamics.