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June 16June 16thth – 30 – 30thth, 2010, 2010

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Defining TrendsDefining Trends

The West Bank

Sporadic attacks on Israeli soldiers and civilians continue, primarily in the

form of rock throwing and rioting but including IEDs and knife attacks. In

addition, large quantities of arms, including mortar shells, hand grenades,

‘M-1 Rifles’, a berretta pistol and knives, have been discovered on

Palestinians or turned over by Palestinian Security Forces. These incidents

reflect the repeated attempts to carry out terrorist attacks against Israel's

civilians and soldiers.

Palestinian Security Force operations in the West Bank continue and should

be encouraged but their scope and quality must be still increased. Israel will

not compromise its security and when necessary, the IDF takes actions to

prevent terrorist actions from being carried out. Terrorist attacks jeopardize

the positive development which has taken place so far in the region.

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The Gaza Strip

Defining TrendsDefining Trends

On June 20th, the Israeli government announced that its policy regarding

the Gaza Strip would be updated. With the exception of weapons, war

materiel and problematic dual use goods, the transfer of all goods will be

permitted. Transfers have already been expanded by 30% and will continue

to rise.

 

Despite this, terrorist activity continues. During the past two weeks, 5

rockets have been launched toward Israeli territory, a large amount of

explosive devices were discovered and there have been numerous attempts

of Palestinians to carry out terrorist attacks against IDF forces. This has

been accompanied by sporadic RPG and light arms attacks.

In response to rocket and mortar launchings, the IAF targeted smuggling

tunnels and a weapon storage warehouse (25.6, 28.6). The IDF will continue

to operate firmly against anyone who uses terror against the State of Israel.

Hamas alone is responsible for maintaining peace and quiet in the Gaza

Strip.

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Major Events – West BankMajor Events – West Bank

June 18th – June 22nd

June 18th – Numerous cases of rioting occurred on Friday, June 18th:

•Approximately 30 Palestinians rioted and threw stones at IDF forces near the village of Ni'ilin.

•Approximately 60 Palestinians rioted and threw stones at IDF forces in the vicinity of the village of Bil'in.

•Around 100 Palestinians rioted and threw stones at IDF forces near the community of Halamish.

June 20th - A number of Palestinian rioters threw stones at IDF forces near the community of Nahal Negohot. Later that day, a number of Palestinian rioters threw stones at IDF and BGP forces near the town of Har Gilo.

June 22nd - A number of Palestinians rioted and threw stones at IDF forces near the community of Migdal Oz.

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Major Events – West BankMajor Events – West Bank

June 23rd - The Palestinian Security Forces turned over several arms to the Israeli Police at an IDF checkpoint near the Ram-on community. In addition, a number of Palestinians rioted and threw stones at three Israeli civilian vehicles in the vicinity of Ramallah. Another case of rioting occurred an hour later in the community of Adorayim, where a number of Palestinians assaulted BGP forces by throwing rocks at their direction.

June 25th - 50 Palestinians threw stones at the security fence north of the Matityahu community and near the community of Halamish. In a similar case, a number of Palestinians rioted and threw stones at IDF forces south of the community of Migdal Oz.

In addition, an Israeli-Arab attacked BGP forces with a 10 cm. knife at a checkpoint near Ramallah.

June 23rd – June 26th

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June 8th– June 11th

Major Events – West BankMajor Events – West Bank

June 26th - 25 Palestinian rioters threw stones at IDF forces near the town of

Yitzhar.

June 28th - An explosive device was thrown at IDF forces during an arrest in

the town of Nablus. In addition, IDF forces discovered two 'M-1' rifles, a

mortar shell and a hand grenade near the community of Ma'ale Levona.

June 29th - One berretta pistol was confiscated by IDF forces during an

arrest near the community of Adora, west of the city of Hebron.

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June 1-30, 2010:

17 Rockets

Rockets and Mortars from the Gaza StripRockets and Mortars from the Gaza Strip

Yearly

February – June, 2010:

104 Total Launchings

Monthly

9

3 32

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01-05.06 10-15.06 16-23.06 24-30.06

Rockets

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June 16-30, 2010Trucks: 1,535

Supplies (tons): 34,431Medical Evacuations: 600

Fuel (liters): 1.2 MillionCooking Gas (tons): 2,101

June 16-30, 2010Trucks: 1,535

Supplies (tons): 34,431Medical Evacuations: 600

Fuel (liters): 1.2 MillionCooking Gas (tons): 2,101

Humanitarian Support – Gaza StripHumanitarian Support – Gaza Strip

Erez Crossing

Karni Crossing

Nahal Oz Crossing

Kissufim Crossing

Sufa Crossing

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IN ‘EREZ’ CROSSING

SUMGGLING ATTEMPTS AT THE CROSSINGS (ARCHIVE)

June 20th - Following a reassessment by the Israeli government, it has been decided (20/6) to liberalize the system of transfers to the Gaza Strip, in effort to aid the civilian population in Gaza. The new mechanism is a product of the two underlying goals – ensuring fundamental Israeli security interests while minimizing the impact on the local Palestinian population. Transfers have already been expanded by 30% and will continue to rise.

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Major Events – Gaza StripMajor Events – Gaza Strip

June 16th – June 18th

June 16th - An IDF mobilized patrol north of Eilat identified 11 suspects carrying two AK-47 rifles and seven bags. After the suspects crossed into Israel and ignored calls to stop, IDF forces opened fire and the suspects fled to Egypt. Subsequent searches by IDF forces revealed the body of a n armed suspect, as well as an additional weapon and seven bags of Marijuana.

IDF observations identified three Palestinian suspects with an IED in the vicinity of Kissufim crossing.

IDF mobilized patrol identified two Palestinian suspects near the technical fence near Erez crossing.

June 18th - Two Palestinian suspects were identified possibly placing an IED near Karni crossing. In addition, IDF forces identified a rocket hitting in the vicinity of Suffa crossing.

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Major Events – Gaza StripMajor Events – Gaza Strip

June 19th – June 25th

June 19th - Two armed Palestinians were identified placing what was likely

an IED on the ground near Erez crossing. Additionally, an IDF observation

point identified an IED detonating in the vicinity of Kissufim crossing.

June 21st - Two rockets landed south of Karni crossing.

June 23rd - Shots were fired at an IDF tank south of Kissufim crossing.

June 24th – During an IDF initiated activity, 12 mortar shells were fired at IDF

forces west of Beith Hanoun. Six of the shells landed in Israel, three near the

technical fence and three near Kibbutz Erez. Light arms were also fired at the

force.

June 25th – In response to the mortar fire, IAF forces attacked three targets

in the Gaza Strip, including two terrorist tunnels south of Rafah and one

weapon storage facility in Jabaliya.

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June 26th- June 30th

Major Events – Gaza StripMajor Events – Gaza Strip

June 26th - An IDF mobilized patrol identified five Egyptian suspects who had

infiltrated into Israel near the Tavas outpost. IDF forces fired several warning

shots and then proceeded to arrest four of the suspects, after one escaped

back to Egypt. IDF patrols discovered five bags of Marijuana, weighing a total

of 78.9 kg.

June 28th - An RPG rocket was fired at engineers working near Karni

crossing. IAF initiated a pinpoint attack, targeting the shooters. In addition,

IDF forces fired several shots at the driver of a Palestinian vehicle, after the

vehicle had broken through IDF checkpoint near the Shima community. IAF

forces targeted the squad, identifying a successful hit.

Later that day, 15 Palestinians rioted and threw stones at IDF forces near the

village of Migdal Oz.

June 30th - One rocket hit a factory in Kibbutz Alumim.

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Around the IDFAround the IDF

June 27th - Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United States Military, Admiral Michael G. Mullen, arrived on Sunday, June 27th, 2010, for a brief professional visit to Israel. Admiral Mullen was hosted by the Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Gabi Ashkenazi.

During the visit, Adm. Mullen held a private meeting with Lt. Gen. Ashkenazi, as well as a discussion with senior commanders of the General Staff.

June 29th - The Ground Forces officers' course completion ceremony took place at the Officer's Training School in Mitzpe Ramon, headed by the Minister of Defense, Mr. Ehud Barak and the Chief of Staff, LTG Gabi Ashkenazi. During the ceremony, the graduating cadets were granted the rank of 2nd Lieutenant.

Approximately 400 officers completed the course, after 3 months of basic training and 4 months of professional officer training.