The Israeli military announced ground maneuvers near the Israel-Gaza Strip border, saying the drill would take place on Monday and Tuesday.
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The IDF said that explosions could be heard in communities in the area, stressing however that the movement of civilians will not be affected by the drills.
In recent weeks, the military has conducted a series of military exercises involving combat planes over the Mediterranean and warships in the Red Sea, in order to prepare for different "scenarios" facing Iran.
The exercise, part of a wider readiness effort simulating scenarios in which a conflict with the Palestinians evolves to include hostilities on the northern border with Lebanon and Syria and even beyond, was scheduled to take place in May 2021 but was postponed due to Operation Guardian of the Wall.
A military official told Israeli media on Sunday that the drill seeks to prepare for combat "near and far."
Part of the month-long war games held by the IDF in May saw dozens of warplanes stage maneuvers over the Mediterranean Sea to simulate long-distance, refueling, and resupply flights, as well as strikes against what the military called "remote target."
According to the Israeli press, the exercise simulated a large-scale attack against Iran, in particular against nuclear sites.
The military confirmed that it is "continuously preparing and training for multiple scenarios including threats from Iran."
Part of the exercise took place off Cyprus, as well as in residential areas on the eastern Mediterranean island.
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Also within the framework of these maneuvers, the Israeli army conducted an exercise with two warships and a submarine in the Red Sea to "achieve maritime superiority" and "maintain freedom of action in the region."
The Israeli military's strategic plan for 2022 identifies Iran as the top threat, not only because of its nuclear program but also its developing armed drone and missile capabilities.
i24NEWS contributed to this report.
