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Outgoing Golani commander orders capture of Beaufort Castle

The IDF on Thursday evening released footage of outgoing Golani Brigade commander Lt. Col. Adi Ganon at the start of the assault to capture Beaufort Castle.

From the air and sea

IDF and Shin Bet strike at the heart of Hamas’s apparatus

The IDF and Shin Bet announced that during a combined air and naval strike, senior members of the General Security apparatus of the Hamas terrorist organization in the northern Gaza Strip were eliminated.

Report: Hamas probes intelligence failures after key killings

A report says Hamas is investigating intelligence failures and security breaches following a sharp rise in Israeli operations targeting leaders.

Using 6 tons of explosives

IDF destroys over 20 terror sites in southern Lebanon

Within minutes, soldiers dismantled more than 20 Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon. Later, troops located and dismantled a booby-trapped explosives storage facility.

IDF Chief of Staff:

There is no ceasefire, we are maximizing our operational freedom

During a visit to the Haifa naval base, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir said Israel is prepared to resume operations against Iran if needed.

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Dozens of Hamas terrorists eliminated in northern Gaza

After four months of operations in the northern Gaza Strip: The 252nd Division has completed its mission.

IDF warns of troubling UNIFIL activity

IDF officials told lawmakers that UNIFIL personnel gathered intelligence on Israeli troops, with information allegedly reaching Hezbollah.

Hezbollah attacked twice within hours; Will Israel strike Beirut?

Sirens activated this morning in the areas of Manara, Kiryat Shmona, & Misgav Am. IAF intercepts UAV & 2 other projectiles from Lebanon.

Soldier arrested over “Messiah Patch" released from jail

A Nahal Brigade soldier who was sentenced to prison for wearing a patch bearing the word “Messiah" in the presence of the IDF Chief of Staff was released from military prison today after serving 18 days behind bars.

Religious Zionist Rabbis:

Supreme Court ruling on mixed service is a disasterfor the IDF

A group of senior rabbis affiliated with the Torat Ha'aretz HaTova organization has signed a strongly worded letter opposing expansion of judicial authority into matters of security, the military, and the Jewish character of the State of Israel.

Southern Lebanon:

Four soldiers wounded in explosive drone attack

Four reservists wounded when explosive drone strikes during operational activity in southern Lebanon. Soldiers evacuated for medical treatment.

Changes from war lessons

“Intelligence Directorate failed in its most important mission"

The head of the Operations Division in the Military Intelligence Directorate said that the Intelligence Directorate failed to provide warning ahead of the October 7 attack.

Brig. General questioned on suspicion of moral offenses, resigns

Brig. Gen. Yisrael Shomer, head of the IDF Operations Division, was questioned by the MPCID on suspicion of morality-related offenses.

After the ceasefire:

Home Front Command eases guidelines in the north

Following an updated situational assessment and after the declaration of a ceasefire, the Home Front Command announced significant relaxations to the safety guidelines for northern areas.

Footage from Lebanon:

Givati Brigade Commander recounts route to Beaufort Ridge Summit

Givati Brigade soldiers crossed the Litani River, eliminated terrorists, and uncovered hundreds of weapons. The brigade commander described the fighting and its significance in protecting northern Israeli communities.

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Terrorist who abducted hostages from bomb shelter eliminated

Yousef Ayesh Awad Ramadan, who took part in the abduction of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eliya Cohen, Alon Ohel, and Or Levy, has been eliminated.

Terrorist who held Oron Shaul’s body faces trial

1.5 years after his arrest, it was revealed that the terrorist provided investigators with the exact location where he had kept the body of Oron Shaul.

As fellow soldiers slept

Soldiers stole and sold assault rifles and machine guns

The Military Prosecution indicted a technician in a combat battalion who allegedly stole weapons from the fighters and sold them together with another soldier.

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IDF apprehends terrorist cell preparing to execute attack

IDF soldiers in northern Samaria apprehended three terrorists who were preparing to execute a terror attack.

Nukhba and sniper commanders:

IDF eliminates five terrorists in Gaza

IDF eliminates five terrorists from various organizations who were advancing terrorist activity and threatening troops.

Fallen doctor's haunting post on final birthday

Captain Dr. Ori Yosef Silvester, killed by an explosive drone in Lebanon, left behind a poignant message of healing, peace, and hope.

Boots for Israel:

One pair at a time, the Jewish nation stands with its soldiers

Yakir Wachstock, founder of Boots for Israel, describes how a request for 80 pairs of boots grew into a movement that has provided over 100,000 pairs to IDF reservists, connecting Jews abroad directly to the soldiers defending Israel.

Cleared for publication

Captain Doctor Ori Yosef Silvester fell in combat in Lebanon

Captain Silvester, a doctor in the Shaked Battalion (424), Givati Brigade, fell in combat in southern Lebanon

IDF Spokesman declares

"We'll keep striking throughout Lebanon, from Dahieh to Tyre"

IDF Spokesman Brig. Gen. Efi Defrin delivered a special statement from Israel's northern border following the capture of the Beaufort Ridge.

Photos:

Golani troops operating in Beaufort sector

IDF Spokesperson's Unit releases photos documenting operations by the Golani Brigade's Reconnaissance Battalion in the Beaufort area of southern Lebanon.

Breathtaking drone-footage:

Beaufort Ridge under IDF control

IDF publishes footage of Golani Reconnaissance Unit troops capturing the Beaufort Ridge in Lebanon.

IDF investigates how Hezbollah drone hit Givati Recon Unit

The IDF is investigating whether Hezbollah used advanced targeting methods after a drone strike killed Staff Sgt. Michael Tyukin and wounded four soldiers.

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The first tank to cross the Litani River on way to Beaufort

New footage released by the IDF reveals the first tank crossing the Litani River in southern Lebanon as part of the operation that led to the capture of the Beaufort Ridge.

IDF takes over Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon

IDF expands its Lebanon offensive, launching an operation in Beaufort Ridge and Wadi al-Saluki to remove Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure.

IDF tests new drone interception methods

IDF conducting operational trials on technological solutions for identifying and intercepting Hezbollah's explosive drones.

IDF reveals:

Hezbollah rockets hit church in southern Lebanon

IDF releases footage of Hezbollah rockets hitting an Orthodox church in southern Lebanon, in an area in which IDF soldiers are not operating.

IDF Chief of Staff:

Over 7,500 Hezbollah terrorists eliminated since start of war

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir says Hezbollah has suffered 'significant and unprecedented' damage, vows military to continue striking Hezbollah targets and expanding operations to protect northern communities.

Waiting to return to the battlefield:

401st Brigade commander sends message to his soldiers

Col. Meir Biderman, who was seriously wounded by an explosive drone, spoke with his soldiers over the communications system, shared details of his recovery process, and strengthened the battalions fighting on the ground.

Legitimate?

IDF troops, equipment turned into VIP tourist attraction

Foreign VIP tourists toured an active Jordan Valley military base with IDF escorts, ATVs, and operational vehicles without approval.

Chief of Staff warns against attempts to politicize military

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir addressed a command course graduation and warned against politicizing the military, saying the army’s sole mission is protecting Israel and its citizens.

IDF reveals:

Multiple top Hezbollah commanders eliminated in past two weeks

Since the start of Operation Roaring Lion, 2,500 Hezbollah terrorists have been eliminated, 800 of them were killed after the start of the ceasefire understandings.

'Sorry I couldn't protect you'

Sergeant Rotem Yanai laid to rest

Family and friends gather to pay final respects to Sergeant Rotem Yanai, who was killed in a Hezbollah explosive drone attack on a military base in the north.

Watch: Netanyahu visits Hashmonaim Brigade

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits haredi Hashmonaim Brigade, tells soldiers he hopes future haredi IDF Chief of Staff will emerge from their ranks.

Hezbollah Drone Threat:

Parents warned, IDF decided otherwise

A letter sent two months ago by parents of soldiers serving at the Goren Workshop base, where the late Corporal Rotem Yanai was killed, warned of the danger. The IDF chose to ignore it.

Blank Cheque:

Senior IDF officer flies to U.S. to secure drone solution

IDF Ground Forces chief Nadav Lotan will carry out emergency procurement with no budget limit. At the same time, Israeli defense officials have assured the public that work is underway to develop defenses domestically.

IDF strikes two senior Hamas terrorists in Gaza

The IDF announced this evening that the army struck two central Hamas terrorists in the northern Gaza Strip.

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Israel’s new next-gen strategic aircraft lands at Nevatim Airbase

The IDF has released special footage of the landing of the new KC-46 "Gideon" tanker and transport aircraft at Nevatim Air Base.

New refueling plane lands in Israel

Israeli Air Force receives first of six Boeing KC-46 'Gideon' refueling and transport aircraft.

IDF reveals: Spike in haredi enlistment

IDF publishes new data showing record number of haredi recruits, combat soldiers.

IDF confirms:

Mohammed Odeh eliminated 10 days after predecessor

Hamas and Israel confirm that Hamas military wing chief Mohammed Odeh, an architect of the October 7th Massacre, was eliminated.

Netanyahu tells Cabinet

'We're securing strategic areas & fortifying the security zone'

Netanyahu stated at the beginning of the cabinet meeting that the IDF is deepening its operations in Lebanon and fortifying the security zone.

IDF ground forces operating beyond the “Yellow Line" in Lebanon

The censor has allowed publication that IDF forces are operating beyond the Yellow Line where they were as part of the ceasefire agreement.

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IDF destroys 11 km of Hamas tunnels in Beit Hanoun

Security forces located and destroyed approximately 11 kilometers of Hamas terror tunnels in Beit Hanoun.

Upon release from PA prison

IDF arrests Ido Zoldan's murderer

Security forces arrested a terrorist in Qalqilya, a Palestinian Authority policeman who was involved in the attack in which Ido Zoldan was murdered in 2007 in Samaria.

The haredi who gave up a promotion to stay in combat service

Captain (res.) Rabbi Yehuda Weitzman, 34, a Gur Hasid, describes his journey from the study hall to full military service and a post as rabbi in the Hashmonaim Brigade.

Starting today:

Early alerts for launches from Lebanon

Home Front Command says it will provide preliminary alerts for rocket and missile fire from Lebanon when operational conditions allow, adding up to two minutes of preparation time before sirens.

Escalation continues

IDF strikes over 100 Hezbollah targets across Lebanon

The IDF said it struck over 100 Hezbollah targets overnight, including weapons depots and command centers across Lebanon.

Reservists mobilized

IDF expected to expand operations in Lebanon

The IDF has begun mobilizing reserve forces to begin amping up ground operations against Hezbollah as the terrorist organization continues to violate the ceasefire.

Award-winning soldier remembers fallen brother

At the Chief of Staff’s excellence ceremony, the brother of Ariel ben Moshe, who was killed during the October 7th massacre, delivered an emotional speech describing his brother’s relentless drive for excellence.

New strategy

Hezbollah launches 'commander hunt' using drones

An intelligence report says Hezbollah is intensifying drone attacks and targeting senior IDF commanders in southern Lebanon and along the border.

Ahead of escalation?

IDF tightens restrictions in communities in northern Israel

Home Front Command tightens defense guidelines along the northern border, reducing permissible gathering sizes starting Tuesday.

Northern Command Chief's warning to Hezbollah

Major General Rafi Milo makes it clear that Hezbollah has crossed a red line from the army's perspective. "We will not tolerate firing on the home front."

'No one will forget you'

Sergeant Nehoray Leizer laid to rest

19-year-old Sergeant Nehoray Leizer was laid to rest in his hometown of Eilat after he was killed in a Hezbollah drone strike in southern Lebanon.

IDF Chief in the north:

IDF prepared to resume combat against Iran immediately

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir approves continued combat plans in the north, vows intensified strikes on Hezbollah amid ongoing operations

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Hamas terrorist who participated in Oct. 7th massacre eliminated

The IDF eliminated a Hamas sniper who infiltrated the Zikim base during the brutal October 7th massacre.