One of Yaltam’s most important activities is rescue and recovery in all of Israel’s aquatic and underwater areas, including the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, Sea of Galilee, rivers and more.
As Hezbollah continues to threaten Israel, the Israeli Navy is ready to operate at any given moment, strike whenever necessary, and defend Israel's shores.
Among those apprehended is Mahmoud Bakir, a senior smuggler who works with terror groups in Gaza. His arrest constitutes a significant operational achievement.
Thanks to IDF counterterrorism measures, civilians can continue to enjoy underwater activities at Rosh Hanikra, an enchanting tourist site bordering Lebanon.
It’s not just terrorist infiltrations from Lebanon for which this unit is responsible, but also civilian rescue missions and the protection of economic resources.