The IDF spokesperson announced that Brigadier General K. has taken up the position of commander of the air defense array, replacing Brig. Gen. G. who served in the role for the past four years. During the handover ceremony at the Air Defense School, headed by Air Force Commander Major General Tomer Bar, Brig. Gen. K. said: "Despite the many successes we have experienced, we must not rest on our laurels. The fronts are still numerous - some are exposed and others are just waiting to erupt." According to him, "We all have a moral obligation that still stands before us - we must act and hope for the swift return of all abducted civilians and captured soldiers."