The Israeli military disclosed that it executed approximately 20,900 attacks in the Middle East in 2025, with a primary focus on Gaza, Iran, Syria, and Lebanon. Throughout the year, Israel engaged in multi-front combat, leading to the mobilization of around 306,830 reservists, including 54,000 previously exempt individuals.
In Gaza, where a ceasefire commenced on Oct. 10, Israeli forces conducted roughly 19,530 attacks, as reported by the military. Gaza’s health authorities stated that Israeli assaults resulted in the deaths of at least 415 individuals and injuries to 1,152 others since October 11.
During June, Israel initiated a 12-day military operation against Iran starting on June 13, involving mutual missile strikes between the two nations, signifying a significant escalation following years of indirect conflicts. The military confirmed targeting approximately 1,500 sites in Iran and eliminating 11 nuclear scientists and 30 high-ranking officials, including Hossein Salami and Mohammad Bagheri.
The Northern Command carried out about 950 attacks, primarily in southern Lebanon, where Hezbollah sites are the alleged targets despite an existing ceasefire, and in Syria. Israeli forces ventured into Syrian territory near Mount Hermon in late 2024, followed by recurrent air and ground offensives.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas declared the inevitability of establishing an independent Palestinian state, emphasizing progress towards freedom and sovereignty. Abbas advocated for a fully sovereign Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, refugee repatriation based on international resolutions, and the Arab Peace Initiative. Israel has not yet responded to the statement.
