Oketz

Watch: Oketz dog leads IDF to rocket-filled Hamas tunnel

Dramatic bodycam footage shows Oketz Unit military dog searching Hamas terror tunnel in southern Gaza before troops uncovered dozens of rockets and destroyed the underground route.

Soldiers dispute IDF statement on elimination of terrorist

Soldiers from the 679th Brigade, operating under the 91st Division in the security zone in southern Lebanon, are challenging the IDF's account that a dog handler from the Oketz working dog unit killed a Hezbollah terrorist.

IDF soldiers:

Dismissal of dog handler left us without crucial support

An Oketz Canine Unit soldier was dismissed from Gaza after refusing an order to send his dog to inspect a terrorist’s body, fearing harm to the animal, soldiers now forced to enter buildings without a dog.

Bodycam footage:

Naval commandos raid compound intended for infiltration of Israel

While searching the compound, soldiers located underground infrastructure and hideouts equipped with logistical and medical supplies for prolonged stays, military tents, and pits stocked with weapons.

'He's part of the squad':

The Oketz unit's working dogs save lives in Lebanon

Many a soldier in Gaza and Lebanon owes his life to a four-legged friend from the Oketz unit.

Oketz dog caused uproar

Oketz dog caused uproar and returned for burial in Israel

An Oketz dog was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists, who killed it and boobytrapped it with explosives to injure IDF soldiers. Before dying, the dog attacked a Gaza resident and caused an uproar.

Disaster prevented:

Hamas captured Oketz K-9 dog, IDF soldiers took action

Hamas terrorists killed an Oketz K-9 Unit dog, which was sent to track them down, and planted explosive charges in its body to injure the soldiers. Their vigilance prevented a disaster.

Report:

IDF refused to supply canine, soldiers were killed as a result

Soldiers requested a canine from the Oketz Unit to assist in locating explosives. The IDF did not supply the dog, and several soldiers were killed when an IED exploded.

Watch:

Dog locates terrorist who is then killed by troops

IDF commandos continue to attack targets throughout Khan Yunis.

'We are trained and ready for this kind of incident'

The commander of the IDF rescue brigade recounts the effort to save victims of the Gaza building collapse disaster.

Moving video:

IDF K9 reunites with wounded handler

R. a soldier in the IDF's Oketz K9 unit who was wounded by shrapnel in the Gaza Strip, was reunited with his dog at the Soroka Medical Center.

The dogs who fight terrorists:

IDF canine unit detects and neutralizes threats in Gaza

Oketz Unit dogs such as Patrick and Toy accompany troops on the ground in the Gaza Strip.

K-9 Unit dog cameras:

This is how a Hamas tunnel network was destroyed

IDF troops conducted operational activity in Issa area of Gaza City, destroyed tunnel network and numerous Hamas headquarters.

Experiment: Dogs will detect coronavirus carriers

Ministry of Defense trying to train dogs from IDF's Oketz Unit to identify coronavirus patients by sniffing their saliva samples.

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.

Why does IDF K-9 unit train in Ramle Market?

Special from the IDF K-9 (Canine) Unit on National Dog Day

IDF takes disciplinary actions following Qalandiya incident

Several commanders in Oketz unit punished following incident in which two soldiers accidentally entered Palestinian village.

Netanyahu: PA Hails Terrorist Killers, Accuses IDF of War Crimes

At Hanukkah lighting ceremony with elite IDF soldiers, PM warns they face 'darkness' of extremist Islam 'which is striking all around us.'

Watch: Elite IDF Canine Unit Helps Search for Kidnapped Teens

Sniffer dogs from army's elite Oketz unit search Hevron, surrounding countryside for clues to boys' whereabouts.

Israel Scrambles to Prepare the Fish in Final Passover Rush

When Israeli Jews reach the Passover seder, some of their fish will swim in chametz-free ponds. Others will join their guests at the table.

This Pesach For Families Who Have It All, An Israeli Dog Resort

Looking for something special to give your pooch for Pesach? How about a vacation in the Judean sun with skills training?

IDF on High Alert in the Golan Heights, Israel-Syria Border

IDF forces are on high alert in the Golan Heights as opposition forces begin to aim at a new target: Israel.

IDF Soldiers Arrest Syrian Teen who Enters Israel

IDF soldiers from the “Oketz” canine unit arrest a 17-year-old Syrian teen after he crosses the Israeli-Syrian border.

Israel's Military Dogs Get Kosher Food for Passover

Even the dogs in Israel's army are being fed with “kosher for Passover” food this week.