IDF Chief of Staff Says Prepared to Resume Combat Immediately
On the 19th local time, the Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces, Aviv Kochavi, stated that the IDF is closely monitoring the situation in Iran and maintaining a high state of readiness, prepared to resume operations immediately.
Kochavi made this statement during a situation assessment meeting held in the West Bank, noting that the IDF detected projectiles launched towards the southern Aqaba region of Jordan that day, and the IDF's air defense systems remain on alert. He emphasized that the IDF is ready to resume operations at any time and will strike back with "determined resolve" against anyone who "harms Israel." (Reporter: Wang Yin)
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is on high alert and ready to resume operations immediately in response to threats from Iran. On the 19th, the IDF detected missiles launched towards southern Aqaba, Jordan, and emphasized its commitment to counter any actions that threaten Israel's security.
- IDF Chief of Staff stated the military is on high alert.
- IDF is monitoring the situation in Iran closely.
- Missiles were detected heading towards southern Aqaba, Jordan.
- IDF air defense systems are on standby.
- IDF is prepared to respond decisively to any threats against Israel.