The IDF said Wednesday that it is planning to conduct large-scale military exercises this summer in drills meant to simulate a war on multiple fronts.
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"The structure of the exercises, which are being prepared, will include scenarios on several fronts in the north and the south," the IDF said in a statement.
The exact date and nature of the exercises are still under review with coronavirus restrictions presenting a major challenge in how the military plans for the exercises.
The army said the purpose of the massive drill is "to improve the readiness and ability of the IDF."
Conscript and reserve units from each regional command, branch, and directorate will take part in the exercise, which will cover scenarios "in the air, at sea, and on land."
The drills will be observed and evaluated by representatives of the cabinet and the Defense Ministry.
"The exercises will simulate large-scale coordinated ground maneuvers behind enemy lines, based on the capabilities of the General Staff, as well as special forces operations," the military said.
In November, the IDF kicked off a surprise four-day military exercise where soldiers participated in a mock war scenario in the Gaza Strip.
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Four surprise training missions have already been organized since the appointment of Lt. Gen. Aviv Kochavi as chief of staff in January 2019.
Previous exercises included testing the military's ability to handle a West Bank kidnapping; a war against Hezbollah in northern Israel; countering a massive cyberattack, and responding to maritime threats from the north.
i24NEWS contributed to this report.
