The Chief of Staff of the Israeli occupation army, Eyal Zamir, conducted a field tour in the Gaza Strip on Thursday, accompanied by the commander of the Southern Command, the commander of the 252nd Division, and a number of military leaders, according to a brief statement by the army.

During his meeting with the soldiers, Zamir stressed the importance of constant readiness, saying: “You have to be prepared and ready and train all the time. Look at the houses behind you, at the houses of Sderot, you are defending its citizens.”

He continued: "You are the first line of defense, and you bear a great responsibility, and I have complete confidence in you that you will perform your duties to the fullest."