Operation Olive Branches

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Netanyhau, Gallant welcome ‘Operation Olive Branches’ back from Turkey

February 14, 2023

“The entire people of Israel followed your rescue operation with great excitement. You went on behalf of the country and you brought great honor to the State of Israel,” said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other high-ranking officials attend a ceremony welcoming back the IDF's humanitarian delegation that was dispatched to Turkey following massive deadly earthquakes, Feb. 13, 2023. Credit: Haim Zach/GPO.

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‘Operation Olive Branches’: Israel rapidly provides earthquake disaster relief

February 13, 2023

Israel was among the first nations to provide humanitarian assistance to disaster victims in Turkey—extending its track record of saving lives.

IDF personnel prepare the search and rescue team for Turkey. Credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit.

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