IDF detains civilians crossing into Syria

The IDF detained a group of approximately 40 Israeli civilians who crossed the border fence into Syrian territory.

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Israel-Syria border

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Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 12:04 UTC

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The Israel Defense Forces issued a statement yesterday regarding an incident near the border with Syria. Approximately 40 Israeli civilians gathered near the border fence and crossed several hundred meters into Syrian territory. An IDF force was dispatched to the scene, detained the civilians, and returned them to Israel. The military is investigating the circumstances of the incident.

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5d ago@officialrnintel

The IDF statement confirms the civilians were detained and returned to Israel.

e/eineurope · topic · T-05214cycle Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 12:04 UTC · first reported 5d ago