Monthly Archives: June 2011

Israeli Army Celebrates First-Ever Female Major General

Posted on June 23, 2011 by

Today, the IDF is proud to welcome its first-ever female Major General Orna Barbivai, who was promoted as commander of the Manpower Directorate. Her rank is the IDF’s second-highest, directly reporting to Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz, IDF chief of staff. … Continue reading →

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Israeli Civilians Prepare For Life-Threatening Scenarios

Posted on June 22, 2011 by

Today, the IDF Home Front Command played a central role in carrying out a nationwide civil-defense drill, i.e., “Turning Point 5″, throughout Israel. The drill was part of a week long exercise that trained civilians in facing various scenarios such … Continue reading →

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Following Qassam Rockets, Israeli Air Force Targets Terror Tunnel

Posted on June 22, 2011 by

An Israeli Air Force aircraft targeted an operational terror tunnel in the Gaza Strip during today’s early hours. A direct hit was confirmed, and there were no civilian casualties. Located in central Gaza, the tunnel enabled terrorists to infiltrate into … Continue reading →

Posted in Airforce, Press Releases

IDF Troops Clear Minefields For Regional Farmers

Posted on June 21, 2011 by

On Sunday, June 19, IDF soldiers in the Engineering Corps finished clearing three minefields in the Arava region–an area undergoing a mine clearance program that is creating mine-free zones for thousands of Jewish and Arab Israeli citizens. The residents living … Continue reading →

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Civil Administration Works to Reduce Harmful Impacts of Coal Production Sites in West Bank

Posted on June 17, 2011 by

The above video addresses the dilemma surrounding coal production sites in the northern West Bank, which on one hand, provide a stable livelihood for many Palestinians and their families, but on the other hand, harm public health, agriculture and the … Continue reading →

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