Israel Defense Forces (14 April 2024)
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Israel Defense Forces (14 April 2024): IDF: Attached is an English video announcement by the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: https://bit.ly/3xChRGV
“Iran has launched a direct attack from Iranian soil toward the State of Israel. We are closely monitoring Iranian killer drones that are en-route to Israel sent by Iran.
This is a severe and dangerous escalation. Our defensive and offensive capabilities are at the highest level of readiness ahead of this large- scale attack from Iran. Together with our partners, the Israel Defense Forces is operating at full-force to defend the State of Israel and the people of Israel. This is a mission that we are determined and ready to fulfill.”
IDF: IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: “Iran has launched unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from its territory toward the State of Israel… Continue to act responsibly and calmly, as you have done so far, and be sure to follow the guidelines. The IDF is prepared and ready across all its defensive and offensive systems; we have prepared for a variety of scenarios in advance.”
Please find attached the translation of a briefing by the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: https://www.idf.il/191920
Attached are archive materials of the Aerial Defense Array of the Air Force: https://bit.ly/3xEzeXG
Attached are archive materials of aerial targets intercepted by IAF aircraft: https://bit.ly/3Q0O40Q
IDF: Commanding Officer of the Home Front Command: “We are ready and strong, in both defense and offense; Continue to follow the guidelines”
Video announcement by the Commanding Officer of the Home Front Command, MG Rafi Milo: https://bit.ly/4aVwTGa
Video from a situational assessment led by the Commanding Officer of the Home Front Command: https://bit.ly/3Q4h0VQ
Full remarks:
"We have been at war on several fronts for over six months.
Throughout the war we have faced and have confronted a large number of challenges in a very wide variety of threats, we learned and improved - we are prepared and strong in both defense and offense.
In light of the situational assessment, we have decided to change the defensive guidelines.
Starting tomorrow, throughout the country, there will be no educational activity. Also, gatherings of over 1,000 people are prohibited.
You are required to continue to vigilantly adhere to the guidelines, they may change based on the situational assessment.
So far, your conduct and adherence to the guidelines has been exceptional, keep it up - it saves lives.
The Home Front Command is deployed and prepared throughout the country.
The alert system is prepared and ready, together with the heads of the authorities and the emergency response organizations - we will overcome this challenge."
IDF: In accordance with the situational assessment, residents of the northern Golan Heights, the area of Nevatim, Dimona, and Eilat are required to stay near protective spaces until further notice. Upon the activation of sirens, it is required to enter into a protected space. If there is no protected space, it is required to find the most protected area possible. In any case, it is required to wait ten minutes, and no less. We ask the public to follow the instructions of the Home Front Command regarding the situation and wait for additional instructions.
Attached is a link to the full instructions: https://www.oref.org.il/12767-en/Pakar.aspx
IDF: Attached is a video announcement of the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, regarding missiles launched from Iranian territory: https://bit.ly/3vQWvVy
English translation of the announcement:
A short while ago, Iran launched missiles from its territory toward the territory of the State of Israel. Please be alert and act according to the Home Front Command’s guidelines. The Home Front Command's alert system can provide real-time alerts in areas of danger.
I remind you that no matter where the threat is launched from, when an alarm sounds you must enter the shelter and wait there for no less than ten minutes. We will update in real-time if you are required to stay there for a longer period. The Aerial Defense Array is fully operational and is intercepting threats wherever required, even at this very moment. At this time, numerous IAF planes are in the air, ready to counter any threat.
You may hear explosions from interceptions or debris falling.
Since there are a variety of threats, the alerts may be issued across wide areas.
I urge you to refrain from spreading unverified rumors and reports.
Please stay updated with the announcements of the IDF Spokesperson and the official guidelines of the Home Front Command.
Continue to act responsibly and calmly as you have been and adhere to the instructions.
We are strong and capable of handling this event.
The IDF will do whatever it takes to protect the citizens of the State of Israel.
In the next hour, I will appear here again and provide updates on any developments.
IDF: The vast majority of missiles launched from Iran were intercepted outside of the State of Israel's borders. A short while ago, dozens of surface-to-surface missile launches from Iran were identified approaching Israeli territory. The IDF Aerial Defense Array successfully intercepted the majority of the launches using the "Arrow" Aerial Defense System, together with Israel's strategic allies, before the launches crossed into Israeli territory. A small number of hits were identified, including at an IDF base in southern Israel, where minor damage was caused to infrastructure. Over the past few hours, many dozens of hostile aircraft, as well as dozens of cruise missiles, from Iran were identified approaching Israeli territory and intercepted. Dozens of IAF fighter jets are currently operating to intercept all aerial threats approaching Israeli territory. The IDF is deployed on all fronts, prepared, and continuing to defend Israeli territory. Video of the activities of the Israeli Air Force Operations Center from the last few hours: https://bit.ly/3VYKojZ
Video of the readiness of the Israeli Air Force from the last few weeks: https://bit.ly/3xCQlJm
IDF: IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: “An hour ago, Iran launched dozens of surface-to-surface missiles toward Israeli territory. The vast majority of the missiles were intercepted outside of the State of Israel's borders by our Aerial Defense Array.”
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Translation of a briefing by the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: https://www.idf.il/192215
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi, is currently conducting a situational assessment at the Israeli Air Force Operations Center in the Kirya with the Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, the Commanding Officer of the Operations Directorate, and the Commanding Officer of the Intelligence Directorate. During the situational assessment, the defensive and offensive activity of the last few hours were presented, as well as plans for the continuation.
Related video: https://bit.ly/3UkkGFy
IDF: A short while ago, IDF fighter jets struck a number of military structures in a complex belonging to Hezbollah's Radwan Forces in the area of Jbaa in southern Lebanon. Earlier during the night, IDF fighter jets struck Hezbollah military structures in the areas of Khiam and Kfarkela.
Video of the IDF strikes in the areas of Khiam and Kfarkela: https://bit.ly/3Q3p4pM
IDF: Attached is footage of the landing of the ‘Adir’ fighter jets on their return to the Nevatim Airbase after their aerial defense mission: https://bit.ly/3xDCken
IDF: IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: “Last night, Iran initiated an attack against Israel, launching over 300 threats of various types. The Iranian threat met the aerial and technological superiority of the IDF, along with a strong fighting coalition - which together intercepted the overwhelming majority of the threats. 99% of the threats launched towards Israeli territory were intercepted - a very significant strategic achievement.”
Translation of a briefing by the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: https://www.idf.il/192307
Photos of the return of the planes after the interception mission: https://idfanc.activetrail.biz/ANC14043234
IDF: A short while ago, in response to the launches that were fired toward northern Israel overnight, IDF fighter jets struck a significant Hezbollah weapons manufacturing site in the area of Nabi Chit, deep inside Lebanon.
Video of the strike: https://bit.ly/4aFcEwI
IDF: Dozens of aerial threats launched from Iran were intercepted; footage of the interception of UAVs and cruise missiles. Last night, the Israeli Air Force, along with strategic partner nations, successfully intercepted dozens of aerial threats that were launched from Iran toward Israeli territory. Dozens of Israeli Air Force aircraft were deployed in the skies on a mission to protect the nation's airspace and successfully intercepted UAVs and cruise missiles.
Video of the interception of UAVs and cruise missiles by Israeli Air Force fighter jets:
Video of the Home Front Command and IAF activity:
IDF: Following a situational assessment, the Home Front Command’s defensive guidelines remain unchanged and in effect up until tomorrow, Monday, 15.04.2024, at 23:00 Israel time. Home Front Command's defensive guidelines: https://www.oref.org.il/12487-15896-en/Pakar.aspx
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff spoke with the Commander of the U.S. Central Command: The close cooperation between the militaries throughout the war has led to the formation of a strong defensive coalition that proved itself last night. The Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, spoke this morning (Sunday) with the Commander of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), General ( ) Michael Erik Kurilla. The Chief of the General Staff expressed great appreciation for the joint defensive effort in thwarting and intercepting the Iranian attack toward Israel. LTG Halevi added that the close cooperation between the two militaries throughout the war has led to the formation of a strong defensive coalition that proved itself last night. The Chief of the General Staff asked General Kurilla to convey his deep appreciation to the U.S. forces for their cooperation and high-quality effort. The strategic partnership of the IDF and the U.S. Armed Forces is significant for maintaining regional stability and security in the Middle East. Additionally, the Chief of the General Staff held a situational assessment with members of the General Staff Forum.
Related images: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC71404
IDF: In accordance with the situational assessment, the IDF is calling up approximately two reserve brigades for operational activities on the Gazan front. Their calling will allow the continuous effort and readiness to defend the state of Israel and the security of civilians. Over the past hours, IAF fighter jets and additional aircraft struck Hezbollah military compounds and terrorist infrastructure in the areas of Kfarkela, Maroun El Ras, and Markaba in southern Lebanon. In addition, a Hezbollah observation post was struck in the area of Matmoura. Throughout the day, IDF soldiers struck targets to remove threats in the areas of Ayta ash Shab and Souaneh in southern Lebanon.
Video of IDF strikes in southern Lebanon over the past few hours: https://bit.ly/3UeQ34b
IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: “Even while under attack from Iran, we have not lost sight—not for one moment—of our critical mission in Gaza to rescue our hostages from the hands of Iran’s-proxy Hamas. Of our moral duty to do everything in our power to bring 133 hostages home.”
English briefing by the IDF Spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari: https://bit.ly/4aTofrp
Full transcript of the briefing: “Last night, a defensive coalition of Israel and its international partners successfully thwarted a large-scale attack from Iran. Iran and its proxies launched approximately 350—suicide drones, cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and rockets—from Iran, Iraq, Yemen, and Hezbollah in Lebanon—towards Israel. With approximately 60 tons of warheads and explosive materials. But the threat from Iran was met with the aerial, operational, technological, and intelligence—superiority of a united defensive coalition of international allies—led by the United States—Together with Great Britain, France, and other partners. Together, we intercepted 99% of the threats to Israel. Together we thwarted Iran’s attack. Iran’s unprecedented attack—was met with an unprecedented defense. This was the first time—that such a coalition worked together against the threat of Iran and its proxies in the Middle East. Even while under attack from Iran, we have not lost sight—not for one moment—of our critical mission in Gaza to rescue our hostages from the hands of Iran’s-proxy Hamas. Of our moral duty to do everything in our power to bring 133 hostages home. Hamas recently rejected the hostage release proposal offered to them by the mediators. Hamas and Iran want to ignite the Middle East and escalate the region. We are still on high alert and assessing the situation. Over the last few hours—We approved operational plans for both offensive and defensive actions. We will continue to protect the State of Israel and—together with our partners—We will continue to build a more secure and stable future for the Middle East.”
IDF: Last night, the Israeli Air Force, together with our strategic partner countries, successfully intercepted dozens of aerial threats launched from Iran towards Israel. The IAF deployed dozens of aircraft into the sky on an aerial defense mission to protect the country's skies, and successfully intercepted unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs) and cruise missiles. Out of hundreds of launches, only a few missiles crossed into the territory of the State of Israel causing only minor damage to infrastructure at the Nevatim Airbase near the runway and to a road in the Hermon area. The functionality of the Nevatim Airbase was not affected, aircraft continued to take off and fulfill their defense and offense missions - even during the night, and throughout the day. IDF soldiers deployed in all arenas are prepared and are continuing to defend the State of Israel.
Photos of the damage to the road in the Hermon area: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC14042458
Photos of the damage to the Nevatim Airbase: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC14042357
Video of the damage to the Nevatim Airbase and continued aircraft activity: https://bit.ly/3W2orjZ
Video of UAVs and cruise missiles intercepted by IAF fighter jets: https://bit.ly/4cU2Q3j
Map showing the Iranian launches into Israeli territory last night: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC14042422
IDF: A short while ago, IAF and Israeli Naval forces identified a suspicious aerial target that crossed from the Red Sea into Israeli airspace.
An Israeli Navy missile ship successfully intercepted the target using the "C-Dome" Defense System. The target was monitored by IDF forces and did not pose a threat. No sirens were sounded according to protocol. No injuries were reported and no damage was caused.
IDF: Two interceptions within a week: UAV approaching Israel was intercepted using the "C-Dome" Defense System. Earlier this evening, in coordination with the Israeli Navy and the IAF, a Sa'ar 6-class corvette missile ship successfully intercepted a UAV that approached Israeli territory from the southeast using the "C-Dome" Defense System.
Video of the UAV interception earlier this evening: https://bit.ly/4bcyzez