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Women in the IDF

Women in the IDF: Minister Katz directs IDF to avoid conflict with religious public

Defense Minister Israel Katz says he ordered the IDF to expand women's service while avoiding conflicts with religious values and servicemembers.

Defense Minister: Trump's pressure saved Hezbollah

Defense Minister Israel Katz claimed that President Trump's demand to link the Iran and Lebanon arenas prevented Hezbollah's collapse.

IDF destroys Hezbollah command centers

Responding to continued Hezbollah attacks on IDF soldiers, IDF takes out Hezbollah launcher, command centers.

Tearful farewell at grave of fallen soldier

A week after he was killed in a tank disaster in southern Lebanon, the family and friends of Nave Habshoosh gathered for a memorial service and farewell.

Jump in immigration from France and the US

Despite a drop of about 10,000 immigrants, the share of arrivals from Western countries increased significantly, including young families and people in in-demand professions.

Kenneth Abramowitz

Kenneth Abramowitz: ‘Mr. President, we voted for victory, not endless war’

SaveTheWest.com founder Kenneth Abramowitz tells Arutz Sheva that Jews and Christians should work together against common enemies instead of fighting each other.

Col. Richard Kemp

Col. Richard Kemp: 'Israel not a US proxy, Netanyahu will defend its interests'

Former British commander Col. Richard Kemp tells Arutz Sheva that antisemitism has created a bad situation for Jews in the UK.

UN Watch Chief:

UN Watch Chief: UN bias against Israel worsened after October 7

Speaking to Arutz Sheva, Hillel Neuer says the UN's hostility toward Israel has deepened since October 7 but insists the diplomatic battle can be won.

A year after plea for his freedom, Alon Ohel performs on stage

Talking with Arutz Sheva, Kobi Ohel reflects on watching his son Alon perform on the same stage where the family pleaded for his release from Hamas captivity a year ago.

IDF targets Hamas's financial lifeline

Hussein Qadra and Mohammed Farah were eliminated in a strike in southern Gaza, who according to the IDF, were involved in transferring hundreds of millions of shekels used to pay salaries to terrorists and finance terrorist activities.

Map of Security Zone

IDF official: Troops to stay in Lebanon as talks continue

An IDF official said troops will remain in the Security Zone in southern Lebanon to eliminate threats as negotiations with Lebanon continue.

Is this a ceasefire?

Is this a ceasefire? Hezbollah fired rockets; IAF destroys launcher

The Israeli Air Force intercepted several rockets launched today by Hezbollah toward the area where IDF forces are operating in southern Lebanon. Later, it struck the launcher from which some of the rockets had been fired.

‘We’re fooling ourselves’:

‘We’re fooling ourselves’: Dov Hikind’s sobering warning

Dov Hikind warned of rising antisemitism in the US, urged stronger support for Israel and called for greater national unity over haredi enlistment.

London Defends Israel:

London Defends Israel: Community pushes back after anti-Israel protest targets synagogue

Counter-protesters gathered in support of a UK Israeli Real Estate Fair, accusing demonstrators of intimidation and antisemitism while calling for stronger action to protect Jewish communities.

Scenarios of defense and offense: Judah Brigade prepares for the next threat

Incoming Judea Brigade commander completes his first brigade exercise to test command-and-control capabilities, stressing cooperation between forces, and coordination with residents in Judea and Samaria.

Further step in integrating haredi soldiers into Israel Air Force

About 20 technicians who completed basic technical training have been integrated into a special unit designated for haredi soldiers at the Tel Nof Air Force Base.

Revealed: IDF completes operation deep in Lebanon

Forces from IDF's 769th Brigade complete operation targeting Hezbollah strongholds in the Dibbin area in southern Lebanon.

New details:

New details: Terrorist reached within a kilometer of Margaliot before shootout

A preliminary investigation found the terrorist infiltrated from Lebanon and advanced near Margaliot before being identified and killed.

Combat-rabbi tells how he survived an explosive drone strike

'The moment I saw it lock onto me, I knew it was going to kill me,' says Rabbi Boaz Sluck, a 55-year-old reserve soldier who was seriously wounded in Lebanon, and explains why, despite his age, he refuses to give up reserve duty.

Reserve Duty:

Haredi officers operate in Jenin

Combat soldiers from the officers' and commanders' course of the Haredi Brigade operated in Jenin, detained wanted suspects for questioning, located weapons, and discovered incitement materials.

'Knocked us off our feet'

Samaria mother describes miracle after Iranian missile blast: 'Knocked us off our feet'

Reut Ben-Gigi tells Arutz Sheva about how her family escaped unharmed after an Iranian missile blast damaged homes in her community and shook residents.

IDF spokesman: We will not allow new equations

After over 20 launches from Iran and two waves of Israeli attacks against IRGC, IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin warns Israel is 'determined to remove every threat.'

JPPI Dir. Gen.:

JPPI Director General: 'Israel must invest more in Diaspora Jewry'

Dr. Shuki Friedman, Dir. Gen. of the Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI), urges Israel to invest more in Jewish education and identity-building abroad, saying the state has a responsibility to strengthen Jewish communities throughout the Diaspora.

IDF preparing for extended fighting

Following Iranian violation of ceasefire, IDF says defense system prepared for fighting with Iran to last days or even longer.

IDF Spokesperson:

IDF Spokesperson: We’re prepared for the possibility of further missile fire

Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin issues a statement following the missile barrages from Iran toward Israel, clarifying that the IDF is fully prepared to strike.

IDF:

IDF: Commander of Hezbollah engineering unit eliminated

IDF activity in southern Lebanon led to the elimination of Abd Harb, a senior commander in the Hezbollah terrorist organization, who was responsible for assembling and operating explosive devices.

Southern Lebanon:

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

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.

NBN MedEx in NJ:

NBN MedEx in NJ: 'Bringing all specialties to Israel is only a matter of time'

At the Nefesh B’Nefesh MedEx conference in New Jersey, physician assistant Raizel Raskas shared her inspiring journey toward making aliyah and discussed how healthcare professionals can help strengthen Israel’s medical system.

Footage from Lebanon:

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.

Boots for Israel:

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.

Watch:

Watch: Terrorists eliminated while launching drone

IDF forces spot Hezbollah terrorists preparing to launch drone, eliminate them in airstrike, thwarting planned attack.

Nefesh B’Nefesh at Israel parade: ‘One nation, strong and together’

Arutz Sheva joins Nefesh B’Nefesh float in Manhattan, co-founderes call on Jews to 'come home' to Israel, stressing unity among the Jewish nation.

US Congresswoman Lauren Gillen joins Celebrate Israel Parade in New York City

US Congresswoman Lauren Gillen calls for unity, support for Jewish Americans, and stronger US-Israel ties while urging opposition to hate and politicization of the event.

OU Israel Director

OU Israel Director: 'The Jewish People must continue walking with pride'

Ahead of the Israel Day Parade in New York, Rabbi Avi Berman spoke at the Arutz Sheva conference about Jewish pride, aliyah, and the challenges facing new immigrants to Israel.

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Watch: 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.

Minister Amihai Eliyahu in NY:

Minister Amihai Eliyahu in NY: 'Deep state is trying to harm anyone who is not like it'

Minister Amichai Eliyahu addressed the controversy surrounding the appointment of Esti Schreiber as Director-General of the Israel Antiquities Authority during the Arutz Sheva Conference in New York.

“Iran is here"

“Iran is here": Home Front Command reveals major shift in Israel’s defense strategy

The concept that “Iran is here" has transformed Israel’s civilian sphere into a primary target.

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Watch: 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.

This Friday:

This Friday: Join the Arutz Sheva Leadership Forum in New York

Arutz Sheva will be hosting a special event in Queens on Friday, May 29. The event will bring together Israeli officials, journalists, and community leaders in a show of support for the Jewish state.