IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir paid a visit this morning to Shayetet 13, the elite Israeli naval commando unit, alongside Vice-Admiral David Saar Salama.
During the tour, Zamir received an operational update highlighting the unit’s performance and capabilities throughout the war. He also took time to engage with the commandos, commending them for their dedication and service across various combat zones.
Addressing the ongoing military campaign in Gaza, Zamir stated, “This week we are issuing tens of thousands of orders to our reservists in order to enhance and expand our operation in Gaza. We are increasing pressure in order to bring back the hostages and defeat Hamas. We will operate in additional areas and destroy all infrastructure above and below ground.”
He went on to praise the naval unit’s contribution to the broader war effort: “You, soldiers of the flotilla, are a unique unit that has operated throughout the war with distinction and brought significant achievements with your special capabilities. We will continue to strengthen the naval dimension – special operations at sea and from the sea, as part of the strategic capabilities of the IDF and the State of Israel. We have great appreciation for all our reservists, the combination of all forces together – regular, career, reserves, frontline troops, and the Home Front Command – is what we need to fulfill our missions.”
{Matzav.com Israel}