Response to a multi-front attack and invasion of settlements: the IDF's massive exercise

The IDF launched this morning the largest military exercise in years, involving four divisions, the Air Force, and General Staff units, simulating a multi-front attack and invasion of settlements.

The IDF launched this morning (Sunday, October 25, 2026) the largest military exercise in years, involving four divisions, the Air Force, and General Staff units. The exercise focuses on responding to a multi-front attack and invasion scenarios of settlements. According to an IDF statement, the exercise was planned as part of the Operations Directorate's 2026 training schedule and examines lessons from the war. Participating forces include the Judea and Samaria Division, the 98th Division, the 96th Division, and the 210th Division. The IDF emphasized that increased movement of security forces, aircraft, and vehicles will be felt in the Central and Northern Command areas, and there is no concern of a security incident. The Air Force will practice strikes to disrupt activity within Israeli territory near settlements and major traffic arteries.