The IDF Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, conducted a comprehensive security assessment yesterday (Sunday) at the Lebanon border in preparation for the upcoming holiday period. During the operational tour, the Chief of Staff met with senior Northern Command officers, including Northern Command Chief Major General Uri Gordin, 91st Division Commander Brigadier General Yuval Gaz, and other senior commanders.

Chief of Staff Zamir reviewed the security situation along the northern border and familiarized himself with the operational plans prepared for continued activity in the region, both on the defensive and offensive fronts. The visit took place against the backdrop of ongoing tension along the Lebanon border and the heightened readiness of IDF forces in the area.

In his meeting with regular and reserve forces operating in the sector, the Chief of Staff expressed his deep appreciation for their dedicated and professional activity. "We are continuing our campaign to strengthen defense while showing initiative and offensive capabilities", said Zamir, emphasizing the importance of a multi-dimensional military response to security challenges in the sector.

Zamir particularly praised the reserve soldiers: "If there is something wonderful about the people of Israel, it's you", he said, and promised: "We will do everything to strengthen the reserve system in all contexts". The Chief of Staff emphasized the crucial role of commanders in maintaining high motivation: "People continue to show up thanks to your leadership – the commanders".

Additionally, the Chief of Staff clarified that the IDF is strictly adhering to security guidelines for civilians in the area. Zamir emphasized the instructions whereby the IDF does not allow civilians to conduct excursions beyond the international border, but only within the territory of the State of Israel, and in places where excursions have been held in the past, in accordance with the current security situation assessment.

The operational tour was conducted as part of the IDF's efforts for optimal preparedness ahead of the approaching holiday period, while maintaining a high level of readiness and providing rapid response to any possible scenario in the northern sector. The security system continues to monitor developments on the ground and adapt its operational activity according to the situation.

Photo: IDF Spokesperson