The IDF has taken action to deter suspects who posed a threat to its soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip, Israel's military announced on Wednesday evening shortly after the incident.
An IAF aircraft fired warning shots at a suspicious vehicle traveling north from central Gaza without undergoing inspection. The vehicle entered an area that was unauthorized for passage under the agreement, violating the agreed-upon framework, yet it continued moving north.
Additionally, IDF forces carried out warning fires in multiple locations across Gaza to deter individuals approaching them who posed a threat to troops in the area.
The military expressed its commitment to upholding the terms of the agreement to secure the return of the hostages, stating it "is prepared for any scenario and will continue to take any necessary actions to thwart any immediate threat to IDF soldiers."
Hours before Gazans were allowed to travel north on Monday, IDF Spokesperson in Arabic, Col. Avichai Adraee, released approved routes for residents of the Gaza Strip by foot and by vehicle.
The current framework forbids Gazans from approaching IDF forces in all their locations and positions.
Hostage release ceasefire
The IDF permitted Gazans to travel north—provided they only used approved routes—once the release of hostage Arbel Yehoud was secured.
Currently, Arbel is set to be released alongside Agam Berger and Gadi Moses later today.
The IDF urged Gaza residents to follow its instructions and to avoid approaching deployed forces in the area.