The Israel Defense Forces announced a pre-planned military exercise Tuesday morning in the Zikim Beach area. The drill will involve increased movement of security forces, vehicles, and vessels, with gunfire and explosion sounds expected. The military stressed there is no security concern and the exercise is part of the 2026 training program.
The IDF Spokesperson announced Monday evening that a pre-planned military exercise will take place Tuesday morning in the Zikim Beach area. The drill is part of the 2026 training program. Residents in the area may notice increased movement of security forces, vehicles, and vessels, as well as sounds of gunfire and explosions. The military emphasized that the exercise does not indicate a security incident and was scheduled in advance.
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