The IDF detained several Israeli civilians in the Golan Heights on Monday after they attempted to cross into Syrian terrority, the military said.

The Israelis were then transferred to the Israel Police for further handling, according to the IDF.

The military emphasized that illegal border crossings are dangerous and a "serious offense," noting that it expects Israeli law enforcement to prevent such incidents in the future.

The incident follows similar occurrences on Wednesday and Thursday when right-wing "HaBashan Pioneers" movement activists attempted to cross the border in promotion of the establishment of a Jewish settlement in the area.

Members of the HaBashan Pioneers make their way towards the Israel-Syrian border, July 5, 2026.
Members of the HaBashan Pioneers make their way towards the Israel-Syrian border, July 5, 2026. (credit: HaBashan Pioneers)

On July 5, about 100 such activists crossed into the Syrian side of Mount Hermon and were subsequently detained by the IDF.

Activists accuse IDF of 'severe violence'

In that case, the activists accused the military of using "severe violence" to detain them.

They added that the IDF confiscated their phones, despite their "complete passivity."

The movement claims its actions come amid attempted attacks by Syrian terrorists against northern Israeli communities.

"The events appear to be part of a slow but consistent deterioration and erosion of Israeli control in these areas by the terrorists and the hostile population in the area," said HaBashan.

Eli Ashkenazi contributed to this report.