Palmachim

Squadron 193 resumes maritime helicopter operations at Palmachim base, introducing the Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk to replace the retired Atalef fleet and expand naval combat capabilities.

Israeli desalination plants have resumed partial operations after a week-long shutdown caused by algae turbidity. The state will compensate operators for filter wear, preventing major consumer tariff hikes.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited the fighters of the Air Force special units at the Palmachim base in the center of the country. To the reservists he said: "You are a central part of our capabilities, I salute you on behalf of all the people of Israel."