military exercises

Special footage: Netzach Yehuda soldiers complete exercise

IDF soldiers from Battalion 941, suspended from operational action following conflict with CNN journalist, complete professional training exercise.

Watch: Gaza Division's largest exercise since October 7 massacre

Under fire and while fighting in Gaza, IDF's Gaza Division holds largescale, comprehensive exercise focusing on response to multi-casualty incidents, combined enemy attacks.

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IRGC launches missile drills amid regional tensions

IRGC launches missile and air‑defense drills across Iran amid concerns of possible escalation with Israel.

After October 7: Massive military exercise in southern Israel

IDF's Division 80 holds exercise simulating infiltration into communities and military bases, evacuation of injured, aerial aid, and managing command of events, implementing lessons learned from the October 7 massacre.

Watch: Unique military exercise in Judea and Samaria

IDF completes first-of-its-kind military exercise in Judea and Samaria, integrating aircraft and ground forces.

IDF general staff exercise simulates multi-front war

IDF: Assessment of readiness for a wide range of scenarios: Footage from the General Staff ‘Magen Oz’ exercise

Chief of Staff:

'IDF is stronger and better prepared for the next war'

IDF Chief of Staff conducts surprise visit to northern border, stressing importance of increasing competence and readiness 'at all levels and across all arenas for complex surprise scenarios.'

Infiltrations and urban combat

A glimpse into the IDF's massive exercise in Judea and Samaria

The IDF wrapped a landmark exercise uniting two divisions and multiple agencies, simulating over 40 terror-related scenarios and refining rapid-response strategies in light of October 7.

Saudi spokesman:

'We participated in military exercises with Iran'

Saudi defense ministry spokesman confirms Saudi Arabia recently participated in military exercises with Iran and other nations in the Sea of Oman, but says no other exercises are planned at this time.

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Iran and Saudi Arabia preparing for joint military exercises

Commander of Iran's navy says Iran and Saudi Arabia are preparing for joint military exercises in the Red Sea. The report has not yet been confirmed by Saudi Arabia.

Head of US Central Command participates in annual IDF drill

Commander of US CENTCOM participates in situational assessment as part of the IDF’s annual exercise “Firm Hand.”

Juniper Oak Exercise of IDF and US Central Command concludes

Exercise tests US-Israeli readiness and improves interoperability of both militaries to enhance their ability to counter regional threats.

North Korea:

'South Korea-US drills are an open provocation'

North Korea's military blasts recent South Korea-US military exercises.

Taiwan holds military drills in response to Chinese threat

Taiwan holds military drills in response to Chinese military exercises simulating an invasion of the island.

US, Israeli Air forces to simulate attack on Iran

US Air Force to provide refueling to Israeli aircraft during joint simulation on attack on Iran as part of 'Chariots of Fire' exercise.

Bennett, Gantz participate in IDF 'Chariots of Fire' exercise

IDF engages in one of the longest military exercises in its history.

What's in it for the US in its "foreign aid" to Israel?

Why the annual US' $3.8bn to Israel constitute a most productive investment in – not foreign aid to – Israel. Opinion.

Message to Iran: Israel, UAE, Bahrain, USA hold drill in Red Sea

This is the first naval drill Israel has publicly held with Gulf states since the Abraham Accords were signed last year.

Starting Nov. 7:

Iran to conduct massive military exercise

'Any attack will receive a crushing response,' top Iranian military official warns.

US helicopter carrier docks in Israel for military exercise

US troops to participate in 2-week counter-terrorism training exercise with Israeli counterparts.

Iran's army begins exercises near border with Azerbaijan

Artillery, drones and helicopters take part in military drills, the which come amid tensions with Israel.

IDF joins Greece and other countries in joint-military exercise

Greek citizens, simultaneously preparing to truly open its borders to international tourists for the first time in what seems like forever.

IDF to hold large-scale exercise in Cyprus

Month-long exercise to include week-long Cyprus component, stretching IDF capabilities and capacities to the limit.

IAF increases presence in northern Israel

Surprise Israeli Air Force exercise 'Vered Hagalil,' focused on improving IAF combat readiness in northern region, begins.

Watch: IDF soldiers in Samaria prepare for war

From drive-by shootings and bomb attacks to full-scale war, IDF forces in Samaria prepare for every contingency during military exercises.

Military exercise in southern Israel

IDF schedules three-day military exercise in Ashkelon.

Watch: IDF conducts massive military exercise in north

Following discovery of terror tunnels on border with Lebanon, Israeli army holds largest exercise in years, with land, air, and sea units.

The exercise that will strengthen IDF-US Army relations

IDF and US Army complete the joint Juniper Falcon 2019 military exercise.

Watch: Israeli Navy trains for combat

Elite Shayetet 3 unit destroys 'enemy vessel' with ship-to-ship missiles in training exercise.

Watch: Elite 'Oketz' unit trains for war

Soldiers practice raids, combat in built-up, open and underground areas, thwarting infiltrations, locating bombs, and seizing weapons.

IDF to simulate conquering Gaza City

IDF's Division 162 simulates conquering city of half a million.

Panic in Tel Aviv

Surprise military exercise near Tel Aviv causes residents to panic, call the police.

Soldier wounded during military exercise

Soldier was evacuated to the hospital in moderate condition. Circumstances are being investigated.

Watch: Massive military exercise simulates regional emergency

A broad-based military divisional exercise took place this week near Gaza.

Israel, United States to hold bilateral military drill

Joint Juniper Cobra drill between the United States and Israel to take place later this month.

IDF, US Rehearse for Iran Missile Attack

About 5,000 soldiers take part in simulation of missile attack from Gaza , Lebanon, Syria and Iran.

Hagel Meets US, Israeli Soldiers

Chuck Hagel gives troop talk to U.S. and Israeli troops taking part in the Juniper Cobra 14 exercise at Hatzor Airbase.

Five Air Forces in Israel for 'Blue Flag' Drill

Israel is hosting a major air defense drill in which the air forces of the U.S., Greece, Poland, Italy, and Israel will conduct exercises

Obama Canceling Joint Exercise with Egypt's Army

In broadcast from vacation home, U.S. President "strongly condemns" violence in Egypt.

Israel and Cyprus to Hold Joint Military Exercise

Israel will send warships to the eastern Mediterranean for a joint military exercise with Cyprus on April 25, reports a Cypriot daily.

Russia Launches Surprise Military Exercise in Black Sea

Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched a large-scale surprise military drill to test battle readiness in the Black Sea.

Photos: Givati's Finest in Paintball Drill

Givati Brigade commandos simulate urban fighting in what they say is the best way.

Haredi Battalion in First Exercise in Golan

Netzach Yehuda battalion spent Hanukkah in an intense exercise on the Golan Heights.

Israel, Greece Conduct Joint Military Exercise

The Israeli Air Force and the Greek Air Force recently concluded a two-day joint exercise on Greek soil.

Peres: US Friendship With Israel Deters War

President Shimon Peres conducted a working meeting with US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Martin Dempsey on Monday

U.S.: Defense Drill with Israel 'a Great Success'

IAF officer says joint air defense drill sends a deterrent message to "the other side," presumably Iran.

Video: IDF Exercise in Golan

Soldiers were called up from their homes and from service in Judea and Samaria, showed up speedily.

Live Artillery Fire in Golan as IDF Drill Draws to an End

Two divisions taking part in pre-Yom Kippur exercise in Golan Heights. Syria informed that there are no hostile intentions.

US, Egypt Conducting Joint Military Exercises

U.S. planes landed in Egypt Tuesday for a joint exercise, the first since the fall of Hosni Mubarak.

Iran Holding Large Scale Military Exercise

Iranian Army Air Defense Force commander: exercise next month to involve all air defense systems.

Golani Soldier Run Over by Tank Dies of his Injuries

Sgt. Yehonatan Ben Yishai, critically wounded 3 days ago in the Golan Heights, has passed away.

Video: Nahal Brigade, Aged 30, Holds Intensive Drill

Nahal soldiers march 70 km. through mountainous territory, before going to Judea and Samaria.

IDF Artillery Challenges 'Similar to Those in Iraq'

Chief Artillery Officer: "The legitimacy of our firing on Gaza is accepted with much more understanding today."

IDF Rehearses Crossing River under Fire

Engineering reconnaissance unit to use new infantry bridge to ford stream rapidly while under enemy fire.

Video and Photos: Paratroopers Conclude 'War Week'

Soldiers in the advanced training unit of the IDF’s Battalion 90 concluded their “War Week” in a final drill using live ammunition.

Iran Conducting More Exercises in Straits of Hormuz

Iran is conducting yet more military exercises in the Straits of Hormuz