Chief of Staff Zamir:
"On the eve of Yom Kippur we increased the forces in the field and put forces on standby for an immediate launch.
On the holy day, while the people of Israel gather for Yom Kippur prayers - the IDF continues to stand guard.
The IDF is on high alert, deployed and prepared with increased forces in all sectors and so also during the fast. Our mission is clear and ongoing - to thwart terrorism, to act decisively in the face of any threat and to protect the citizens of the State of Israel."