Uzi Baruch

Uzi Baruch

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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.

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

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.

Chief of Staff: We have moved from failure to victory

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.

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

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.

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

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.'

Following her own dismissal, MAG submits letter of resignation

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.

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

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.

IDF announces: Gaza ceasefire renews, 30 terrorists struck

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.

Master Sergeant (Res.) Yona Efraim Feldbaum

Islamic Jihad terrorist eliminated in central Gaza

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

Islamic Jihad terrorist eliminated in central Gaza

Watch: Terrorist planning attack arrested near Beit El

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

Watch: Terrorist planning attack arrested 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.

Two Nahal Brigade soldiers fell 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.

After 738 days: All living hostages are back in Israel

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.

Hamas willing to immediately release 20 living hostages

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.

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

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.

IDF Spokesman declares: Hamas has been defeated

Watch

Watch: IDF forces begin withdrawal to Yellow Line

The IDF has begun withdrawing forces from holding points in the Gaza Strip towards the Yellow Line, as the ceasefire is set to go into effect at noon.

Watch: IDF forces begin withdrawal to Yellow Line

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: SFC (Res.) Michael Mordechai Nachmani fell in Gaza

Sergeant First Class (Res.) Michael Mordechai Nachmani, aged 26, from Dimona, a soldier in the Combat Engineering 614th Battalion, fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip. 914 soldiers have fallen since the start of the war.

Cleared for publication: SFC (Res.) Michael Mordechai Nachmani fell in Gaza

Chief of Staff Zamir in Gaza:

Chief of Staff Zamir in Gaza: 'Military pressure and a ground offensive achieved the deal'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured the Gaza Strip with senior IDF officers, reviewed forces' readiness, and said that the deal was only possible due to the IDF.

Chief of Staff Zamir in Gaza: 'Military pressure and a ground offensive achieved the deal'

Dr. Hagai Ben-Artzi:

Dr. Hagai Ben-Artzi: We are signing off on the next massacre and kidnappings

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s brother-in-law Dr. Hagai Ben-Artzi warns against deal with Hamas, says it means 'signing approval for the next massacre with our own hands.'

Dr. Hagai Ben-Artzi: We are signing off on the next massacre and kidnappings

Drones, rockets and machine guns:

Drones, rockets and machine guns: Israeli forces intercept Iranian arms shipment

The ISA and the IDF thwarted a large-scale Iranian arms smuggling attempt intended to reach terrorist operatives in Judea and Samaria.

Drones, rockets and machine guns: Israeli forces intercept Iranian arms shipment

New details emerge in Kiryat Arba shooting tragedy

IDF soldier was killed on Monday night in Kiryat Arba, by a bullet fired accidently by his friend, a Border Police officer on regular duty.

New details emerge in Kiryat Arba shooting tragedy

Two IDF soldiers seriously injured in grenade explosion in Khan Yunis

The IDF reports that three fighters were injured in an operational accident from an IDF grenade explosion in a defensive position in Khan Yunis. Two of them are seriously injured.

Two IDF soldiers seriously injured in grenade explosion in Khan Yunis

OpenAI to Use AMD AI Chips

AMD will supply AI chips to OpenAI as part of a strategic deal. OpenAI may acquire up to 10% equity in AMD.

OpenAI to Use AMD AI Chips

20 officers wounded injured in clashes with anti-Israel rioters in Barcelona

A protest in Barcelona against Israel’s Gaza policies turned violent, injuring 20 officers and leading to multiple arrests, while similar rallies took place across southern Europe.

20 officers wounded injured in clashes with anti-Israel rioters in Barcelona

IDF retakes Netzarim Corridor

Defense Minister Israel Katz said the IDF’s recapture of the Netzarim Corridor cuts Gaza in two, isolating Hamas in Gaza City as operations press forward until hostages return.

IDF retakes Netzarim Corridor

During tour of Gaza:

Chief of Staff during tour of Gaza: 'Do not underestimate the enemy, the war goes on'

The Chief of Staff spoke with commanders and combat soldiers in Gaza, conducted an operational situation assessment, and praised the forces' work in Operation Gideon's Chariots II.

Chief of Staff during tour of Gaza: 'Do not underestimate the enemy, the war goes on'

Holon residents arrested for contact with Iranian intelligence and espionage missions

The Shin Bet and Israel Police arrested two 26-year-old residents of Holon suspected of working for Iranian intelligence, carrying out surveillance missions, and attempting to recruit others. An indictment is expected in the coming days.

Holon residents arrested for contact with Iranian intelligence and espionage missions

Two wounded in ramming attack south of Jerusalem

Two individuals were wounded in a ramming attack at the al-Khader Junction on Route 60 near the southern entrance to Jerusalem.

Two wounded in ramming attack south of Jerusalem

Smotrich on Trump peace plan:

Smotrich slams Trump peace plan as ‘Return to Oslo, historic mistake’

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich harshly rejected President Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a return to Oslo illusions and warning it would repeat the failures of the past.

Smotrich slams Trump peace plan as ‘Return to Oslo, historic mistake’

Five IDF soldiers severely wounded in battle in Gaza

Five soldiers were seriously wounded in a clash with terrorists who infiltrated their position in Gaza City. Six others sustained light injuries during the evacuation.

Five IDF soldiers severely wounded in battle in Gaza

IDF eliminates terrorist who killed Yamam commander

Hamas terrorist behind Arnon Zamora’s killing eliminated in IDF-Shin Bet operation.

IDF eliminates terrorist who killed Yamam commander

Israeli-American accused of espionage for Iran

While living in Morocco, Yaakov Perl made contact with Iranian intelligence, and even came to Israel to carry out their instructions.

Israeli-American accused of espionage for Iran

Over Gaza: Failed launch towards IAF helicopter

IDF spokesman reports attempted launch from Gaza City, aiming for IAF helicopter.

Over Gaza: Failed launch towards IAF helicopter

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash fell in Gaza

Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash, 21, from Be'er Sheva, shot by sniper in northern Gaza City. The number of fallen soldiers since the start of the war stands at 912.

Cleared for publication: Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash fell in Gaza

Chief of Staff orders halt to convoys from Jordan to Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir holds initial investigation at scene of Allenby Crossing terror attack, orders stop to transfer of supplies from Jordan to Gaza.

Chief of Staff orders halt to convoys from Jordan to Gaza

IDF says it will strike Yemen in the coming hours

IDF Spokesman issues evacuation for Port of Hodeidah ahead of a strike on Houthi targets.

IDF says it will strike Yemen in the coming hours

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: 'If Hamas doesn't release the hostages, Gaza will be destroyed'

Defense Minister Katz visited the Gaza Strip and spoke with the troops taking the city of Gaza.

Defense Minister: 'If Hamas doesn't release the hostages, Gaza will be destroyed'

IDF confirms:

IDF confirms: Ground troops have begun operating in Gaza City

Two regular divisions entered the heart of Gaza City overnight, as they advance while accompanied by massive air cover.

IDF confirms: Ground troops have begun operating in Gaza City

Netanyahu confirms:

Netanyahu confirms: Intense offensive in Gaza Strip has begun

Both PM and IDF confirm that the IDF has begun operating on the ground in Gaza City.

Netanyahu confirms: Intense offensive in Gaza Strip has begun

Committee approves:

Appointments Committee approves: Tzachi Braverman named Ambassador to UK

Braverman will replace Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely, who has served as Israel’s representative in the United Kingdom for the past five years.

Appointments Committee approves: Tzachi Braverman named Ambassador to UK