Israel trains new civilian security squads for 67 Gaza border communities

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In response to heightened security concerns following the October 7 Hamas attack, Israel is implementing a new training program for civilian security squads in communities near the Gaza border. This initiative aims to bolster local defense and preparedness against potential threats.

Israel is expanding civilian security preparedness in communities near the Gaza border through a new training program led by Magen 48, a non-profit civilian-led initiative, in cooperation with the Israel Defense Forces. The program, created after the October 7 Hamas attack, trains local volunteer armed response teams in tactics, medical support, and community defense. The post Israel trains new civilian security squads for 67 Gaza border communities appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.