Uzi Baruch

Operation Behind the Back

Operation Behind the Back: The naval raid that exposed Hezbollah's secret unit

Shayetet 13 commandos arrested a Hezbollah terrorist working under civilian cover to create a naval unit for the terrorist organization.

Ra'ad Sa'ad, an architect of the October 7 massacre, is eliminated

IAF eliminates Hamas terrorist Ra'ad Sa'ad in targeted attack in Gaza City. Sa'ad was considered Hamas' second-in-comand in Gaza.

Rabbi Zalman Melamed:

Rabbi Zalman Melamed: Whoever doesn't study must enlist, that's the stance of the Torah

In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Beit El Yeshiva Dean Rabbi Zalman Melamed calls for a conscription law that does not exempt those who do not study Torah full-time.

Ready to use rockets found in Tulkarm

An ISA investigation revealed the involvement of terrorists behind recent explosive attacks in Tulkarm; rockets and extensive weaponry were seized in a related IDF operation.

Chief of Staff:

Chief of Staff: 'Gaza's yellow line is the new border for offense and defense'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir tours Gaza, promising IDF will not allow Hamas to re-establish itself. 'We have extensive operational control, we will remain on the defense lines.'

Bodycam footage:

Bodycam footage: IDF concludes major operation in northern Samaria

IDF forces concluded a two-week counterterrorism mission in northern Samaria, eliminating six terrorists, arresting suspects, and seizing weapons and major terror funds.

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: Roman Gofman to be appointed Mossad chief

The Prime Minister chose his military secretary for the role of Mossad chief. Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman will replace David Barnea at the end of his five-year term in June.

Operating room footage:

Operating room footage: Rare intestinal transplant performed at Beilinson Hospital

A rare and complex intestinal transplant was performed at Beilinson Hospital - the third such procedure ever completed in Israel.

Suicide Attack Stopped:

Suicide Attack Stopped: Negev resident indicted for planned bombing inspired by ISIS

A Negev resident is accused of conducting training, preparations, and attempts to obtain weapons as part of planning an attack against soldiers in Be'er Sheva.

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

Minister Bezalel Smotrich to Arutz Sheva: 'The law is intended for genuine conscription'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says that the internal disagreements surrounding the Draft Law can be bridged, declaring: ‘The law is not political.'

Terrorist who rammed soldier near Hebron eliminated

The terrorist who lightly injured a soldier at the Judea Junction was eliminated after he attempted to ram troops who arrived to apprehend him.

Watch: Paratroopers discover and destroy weapons cache in Jenin

During northern Samaria counterterror operation, IDF Paratroopers uncover explosives, ammunition, and terror materials in Jenin, destroy the weapons on site.

IDF releases dramatic footage of clashes in Syria

Bodycam footage from IDF soldiers in Syria shows the clash in which six IDF reservists were injured, three of them seriously.

In the service of Hamas:

Arab Israelis transfer weapons to Judea and Samaria - in the service of Hamas

ISA uncovers network of Israeli Arabs who transferred weapons, funds, to Judea and Samaria under direction of Turkey-based Hamas terrorist.

Chief of Staff:

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.'

Operation Black Friday

IDF Confirms: Hezbollah military chief Haytham Ali Tabataba'i eliminated in Beirut strike

IDF confirms that Hezbollah's Chief of Staff Haytham Ali Tabataba'i was eliminated in a Sunday afternoon airstrike on Beirut's Dahieh suburb.

Soldiers involved

Authorities bust cross‑border weapons ring involving IDF personnel

A month‑long joint operation by Lahav 433, Shin Bet, and the IDF uncovered a major Syria-to-Israel weapons smuggling ring involving IDF soldiers and Syrian suspects, with indictments expected.

Supreme Court rules:

Supreme Court rules: State must enact punitive measures against draft evaders

The Supreme Court has ordered the state to enact criminal enforcement as well as economic sanctions against haredi draft evaders.

One murdered in combined terror attack in Gush Etzion

Terrorists rammed their vehicle into pedestrians, exited it, and attempted to stab additional victims.

IDF:

IDF: Hezbollah’s assassination unit murdered Lebanese politician

IDF’s Arabic-language spokesman revealed that Hezbollah’s Unit 121 assassinated Elias Hasrouni, 70, a senior leader of the Lebanese Forces party in Bint Jbeil and a vocal opponent of Hezbollah, staging his death as a road accident.

Bodycam footage:

Bodycam footage: Terror attacks thwarted, Hamas cell arrested

In joint operation, security forces thwart terror attacks, arrest 50 terror suspects.

Neta Halevi, 7, killed in traffic accident in Shadmot Mehola

Neta Halevi, age seven, was killed Thursday morning while riding his bike on his way to school.

Defense Minister orders closure of Galei Zahal radio station

Defense Minister Israel Katz decides to close Galei Zahal radio station; broadcasts will cease by March 1, 2026.

'Captain Ella' considered for IDF Arabic spokesperson role

The likely candidate to replace Avihai Adraee is Lt. Col. Ella Waweya, deputy head of Arabic communications in the IDF Spokesperson's Unit, known as 'Captain Ella' online.

IDF probe review uncovers major gaps in October 7 investigations

Expert panel reviews 25 IDF inquiries, exposing systemic flaws, intelligence gaps, and failures in organizational culture in military preparedness ahead of the October 7th attack.

Defense Minister Katz appoints Adv. Itai Ofir as Military Advocate General

Defense Minister Yisrael Katz announces the appointment of Adv. Itai Ofir as the new Military Advocate General, replacing Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, who was removed from her position.

Chief of Staff: We have moved from failure to victory

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks at the start of a conference for commanders of reserve combat troops, says Israel is starting a new chapter, moving to the next stage of the battle.

Two Years Later:

Two Years Later: Nitzan Alon to leave Prisoners and Missing Person Command

Maj. Gen. (res.) Nitzan Alon will end his role as head of the Prisoners and Missing Persons Command after requesting to conclude his service.

Chief of Staff to Military Prosecutors:

Chief of Staff to Military Prosecutors: 'I have confidence in you despite officer errors'

The Chief of Staff met with senior military prosecutors this evening to review the many significant events that have recently taken place in their corps.

Following her own dismissal, MAG submits letter of resignation

Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi admits to approving leaks in Sde Teiman case, resigns from position. 'I bear full responsibility.'

Zamir to new commanders:

Zamir to new commanders: We will not tolerate any breach that endangers Israel’s security

In his address at the Combat Officer Training Course graduation, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir reminds newly minted commanders that the war continues, the mission remains unfinished and they must carry both pride and responsibility into action.

IDF announces: Gaza ceasefire renews, 30 terrorists struck

IDF concludes series of 'significant strikes' in Gaza following Hamas attacks on IDF troops which left one soldier dead.

Master Sergeant (Res.) Yona Efraim Feldbaum

IDF confirms that Master Sergeant (Res.) Yona Efraim Feldbaum was killed in a clash with Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip.

Islamic Jihad terrorist eliminated in central Gaza

IDF confirms elimination of Islamic Jihad terrorist planning immediate attack on Israeli troops.

Watch: Terrorist planning attack arrested near Beit El

In widescale counterterrorism operation, Duvdevan reservists arrest suspected terrorist near Beit El.

Two Nahal Brigade soldiers fell in southern Gaza

Major Yaniv Kula, 26, and Staff Sergeant Itay Yavetz, 21, fell in battle in southern Gaza.

After 738 days:

After 738 days: All living hostages are back in Israel

After 738 days, Hamas is no longer holding any living hostages; the 13 last living hostages have been handed over to the Red Cross, and the other seven are already in Israel. Some of the deceased hostages will be returned to Israel in the afternoon.

Hamas willing to immediately release 20 living hostages

Wall Street Journal reports that Hamas has announced its willingness to release the 20 living hostages on Sunday.

Bereaved father and husband:

Bereaved father and husband, Yoel Tzur: 'I trust the government and security forces'

After hearing that one of the murderers of his son and wife is due to be released, Yoel Tzur talks about his feelings, fears, and hopes for the day after the release of the hostages.

IDF Spokesman declares: Hamas has been defeated

Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin hailed the redeployment along the 'yellow line' as a milestone, praised soldiers’ bravery, recalled 914 fallen, vowed continued defense, and warned the war is not over.