40 years ago, during Yom Kippur, Israel faced one of the biggest challenges of its history. On October 6, hundreds of thousands of troops, thousands of tanks and fighter jets attacked simultaneously, surprising Israel at its northern and southern frontiers. Syria and Egypt were determined to get back what they had lost during the Six Day War. For the 40th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War, follow our series and learn about the major milestones of the conflict.
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40 Years Since the Yom Kippur War #1: The First Strike • IDF Blog | The Official Blog of the Israel Defense Forces
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40 Years Since the Yom Kippur War #1: The First Strike • IDF Blog | The Official Blog of the Israel Defense Forces