IAF officials report the three-day major training exercise beginning today, Monday, was planned far in advance and the event should not be interpreted as a response to any current events.

The exercise is part of the air force�s annual training events, and reservists and regular forces will take part.

Citizens may view an increase in military vehicles and air craft during the three-day event and are advised not to interpret this as anything more than a training event. Sirens may be heard in many areas as well.

(Yechiel Spira � YWN Israel)