IDF: Pursuant to the Chief of Staff's directive: The 98th Division Headquarters will be activated in the Judea and Samaria area and will command the Judea and Etzion brigades
IDF activates 98th Division HQ in Judea and Samaria to bolster defense and offense amid rising tensions.
IDF statementIDF
The activation of the division’s command post in the area is a component in strengthening command and control, in order to increase defensive and offensive capabilities in Judea and Samaria. This is in light of recent events in Judea and Samaria, and the desire to increase security during this tense period. The IDF continues to hold ongoing situation assessments according to the operational picture.