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IDF intercepts drone attempting to enter Gaza from Israel

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An explosive drone launched by Hezbollah is seen near the Israeli border with Lebanon during a Hezbollah attack in northern Israel, May 19, 2026. Photo by Ayal Margolin/Flash90.
An explosive drone launched by Hezbollah is seen near the Israeli border with Lebanon during a Hezbollah attack in northern Israel, May 19, 2026. Photo by Ayal Margolin/Flash90.
(Oct. 26, 2026 / JNS)

The Israel Defense Forces said on Monday that overnight, troops had intercepted a drone attempting to cross from Israeli territory into the Gaza Strip.

After identifying the drone, the drone was intercepted inside Israel, the military said on X.

The drone’s contents are being examined, the army added.

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