Shavuah Tov, may this be a great week ahead for all of Klal Yisrael.
The IDF confirmed that three Givati Brigade soldiers from the Shaked Battalion were tragically killed R”L in combat operations in northern Gaza over Shabbat. The fallen soldiers are identified as:
Staff Sgt. Itay Parizat, 20, of Petah Tikva, HY”D
Staff Sgt. Yair Hananya, 22, of Mitzpe Netofa, HY”D
Shneur Zalman Cohen, 20, of Yitzhar, HY”D
Hashem Yinacheim!
As part of the escalating campaign in Gaza, the IDF has mobilized the Kfir Infantry Brigade to Jabalia, joining Givati and the 401st Brigade in an intensified push against Hamas forces under the 162nd Division’s command. Israeli forces have reportedly neutralized and captured hundreds of militants in this area.
In northern Lebanon, a report from Lebanese journalist Hasan Illaik stated that Israeli naval commandos conducted a raid near Batroun, south of Tripoli. The operation allegedly involved over 25 soldiers targeting a chalet and detaining a Lebanese individual before swiftly departing by speedboat. Lebanese officials are said to be investigating the incident, with surveillance footage suggesting Israeli involvement.
Meanwhile, the United States has deployed 12 USAF B-52 bombers to the CENTCOM region, expected to arrive at Qatar’s Al-Udeid Airbase and conduct flyovers above Israel. This deployment highlights increased military readiness in response to ongoing regional hostilities.
Statements from Iranian officials have escalated the rhetoric, with Iranian MP Esmail Kowsari announcing a coordinated military response against Israel alongside regional “resistance” groups. IRGC spokesman Muhammad Ali Naeini further warned of a powerful Iranian retaliation, which he said would surpass expectations, while Supreme Leader Khamenei declared a “crushing response” to actions by the U.S. and Israel.
In a related move, Jordan’s government asserted its neutrality in the conflict, with officials stating they would prohibit any warplanes, missiles, or drones from entering Jordanian airspace and would defend Jordan’s security from any potential violations.
Besuros Tovos!
