Israeli forces operating in the Mount Hermon area stopped several Israeli citizens Thursday night who arrived at the border intending to cross into Syria. Troops prevented the crossing and detained the individuals, who were handed over to Israeli police for further investigation.
The incident is the latest in a series of similar cases in recent days along the border. The IDF issued a sharp condemnation and emphasized that such attempts constitute a criminal offense that poses a real danger to the lives of those involved.
The military said border crossing attempts directly disrupt operational activities of forces in the field. According to the IDF, these incidents divert commanders and soldiers from routine defense missions and compromise security in the area.