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IDF chief in Syria: Israel will not allow hostile forces on its borders

From Jerusalem Post · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited southern Syria, warning against hostile forces near Israel's borders.
  • Zamir stated Israel will use military power to prevent threats and maintain a buffer zone.
  • He emphasized the ongoing multi-front reality and the need for constant preparedness.

Israel's military chief has issued a stern warning against the presence of hostile forces along its borders during a visit to southern Syria. Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir, the IDF Chief of Staff, stated unequivocally that Israel will not permit such entities to establish themselves and is prepared to deploy military power whenever and wherever necessary.

We are operating in a multi-front reality in which the challenges are constantly changing and developing, and the Syrian arena is one of them.

— Lt.-Gen. Eyal ZamirThe IDF Chief of Staff described the evolving security landscape during his visit to southern Syria.

During his visit, Zamir conducted an operational assessment and toured the area, engaging with reserve soldiers. He highlighted the dynamic, multi-front nature of the current security challenges, identifying the Syrian arena as a significant concern. "We see what is happening and are monitoring the changes on the Syrian front, and we must prepare accordingly," Zamir stated.

We will not allow hostile forces to establish themselves on our borders, and we will know how to use our power precisely where and when it is needed.

— Lt.-Gen. Eyal ZamirZamir issued a direct warning regarding military action against hostile forces near Israel's border.

The IDF chief emphasized the strategic importance of preventing both terrorist threats and significant military dangers on Israel's borders. He detailed the establishment of a "forward defensive area" in Syria, designed to serve as a buffer zone for Israeli communities. "We will not allow hostile forces to establish themselves on our borders, and we will know how to use our power precisely where and when it is needed," he asserted.

We must prevent the development of terrorist threats while at the same time preventing the emergence of a significant military threat on our borders.

— Lt.-Gen. Eyal ZamirThe IDF chief outlined the dual security objectives concerning the Syrian front.

Zamir underscored the ongoing nature of the conflict, describing it as a "multi-front war" requiring constant vigilance across all arenas. He acknowledged the heavy burden placed on reserve soldiers, expressing appreciation for their service and commitment, and pledged efforts to alleviate their difficulties and those of their families. The IDF chief concluded by stressing that the entire nation owes a great debt to these reservists.

The entire people of Israel owe you a great deal.

— Lt.-Gen. Eyal ZamirZamir expressed gratitude to the reserve soldiers operating in southern Syria.
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Originally published by Jerusalem Post in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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