The Israeli Navy's fleet of missile boats carried out "extensive" exercises over the past

The Israeli Navy's fleet of missile boats carried out "extensive" exercises over the past week, the IDF says, as the military prepares for potential war in the north.

The IDF says the Navy drills simulated fighting in the northern maritime theater, and some exercises were carried out alongside the Israeli Air Force, including the 193rd Squadron which operates the AS565 Panther helicopters, primarily used for missions at sea.

Among the scenarios that were drilled included foiling drone attacks, aerial rescue operations from vessels, and refueling the missile boats at sea, the IDF says.