Documentation: IDF soldiers rappel from helicopter near Hebron

IDF forces are operating tonight in the city of Yatta, south of Hebron, in an operation that includes airlifting troops. Footage circulated from the scene shows a military helicopter landing forces. The Wafa news agency reports increased military presence, and residents noted they were told it was a training exercise. The IDF has not issued an official statement on the purpose of the operation.

IDF forces are operating tonight (Wednesday) in the city of Yatta, south of Hebron, in an operation that includes airlifting troops. Footage circulated on social media shows a military helicopter hovering with a rope descending to the ground, while armed figures advance on foot in the area. The Palestinian news agency Wafa reports increased military presence in the city. Local residents told the agency that military representatives informed several families that it was a military training exercise. The IDF has not yet issued an official statement regarding the purpose of the entry into the city or whether it is a routine drill or an operational activity. The operation is taking place near Hebron, an area where regular security activity sometimes occurs.