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Givati soldiers punished for expressing views on APC controversy

Four Rotem Battalion soldiers not present during the original incident disciplined after telling battalion commander what they thought about the case.

Givati soldiers punished for expressing views on APC controversy

‘A disgrace’

Yeshiva heads slam jailing of Givati soldiers

Senior rabbis reject IDF claims of a disciplinary problem, warning the punishment could severely damage Religious Zionist motivation to serve.

Yeshiva heads slam jailing of Givati soldiers

Israeli indicted for working with foreign intelligence agents

Shin Bet investigation finds Israeli citizen operated for foreign intelligence elements, participated in activity against Israel.

Israeli indicted for working with foreign intelligence agents

IDF foils imminent terror attack, arrests five-man cell

Five terrorists captured in Qabatiya within minutes as Israeli troops seize an M16 rifle and military equipment hidden in their homes.

IDF foils imminent terror attack, arrests five-man cell

IDF eliminates Nukhba commander who led October 7 Sufa attack

Hamas commander who led October 7 infiltration into Sufa outpost, participated in holding Israeli hostages, is eliminated in Khan Yunis.

IDF eliminates Nukhba commander who led October 7 Sufa attack

Defense Minister:

Israel to remain in Ali al-Taher until Hezbollah disarms

Defense Minister Israel Katz says IDF cleared Hezbollah terrorists from strategic tunnels at Ali al-Taher, vows Israel will remain in Lebanon’s security zone until Hezbollah is disarmed.

Israel to remain in Ali al-Taher until Hezbollah disarms

IDF smashes 30 weapons workshops in Shechem

IDF destroys 30 weapon production machines in Shechem area, searching hundreds of sites and arresting dozens of suspects.

IDF smashes 30 weapons workshops in Shechem

11 Givati soldiers freed after APC storm

Eleven hesder soldiers leave military prison after five days; five others remain behind bars as parents demand IDF chief intervene.

11 Givati soldiers freed after APC storm

Attempted attack in Jerusalem:

Terrorist tries to stab officers at Damascus Gate, is neutralized

Terrorist attempts to stab police officers and security personnel near Damascus Gate in Jerusalem's Old City. Terrorist neutralized, no police injuries reported.

Terrorist tries to stab officers at Damascus Gate, is neutralized

Blatant ceasefire violation

Fire opened on IDF troops in northern Gaza

Fire identified toward IDF forces in northern Gaza. No injuries reported, the IDF strikes in the area.

Fire opened on IDF troops in northern Gaza

IDF finishes clearing Hezbollah out of Ali Taher Ridge

IDF troops seize control of the Ali al-Taher Ridge and neutralize an Iran-funded Hezbollah underground network equipped for extended combat operations.

IDF finishes clearing Hezbollah out of Ali Taher Ridge

Minute by minute

Netanyahu reveals what the morning of October 7 looked like

Following what it described as “inaccurate reports," the Prime Minister’s Office publishes the sequence of events on the morning of October 7 - minute by minute.

Netanyahu reveals what the morning of October 7 looked like

Netanyahu to IDF brass:

Iran regime change is Israel’s ‘main task’

Netanyahu tells IDF generals Iran's regime is weaker than ever, declaring that toppling it is Israel's main remaining mission and is 'within arm's reach.'

Iran regime change is Israel’s ‘main task’

Zamir:

IDF’s new doctrine is clear - ‘No ignoring, no containment’

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir calls for expanding the military and broadening the pool of those serving, while pledging greater support for troops and reservists.

IDF’s new doctrine is clear - ‘No ignoring, no containment’

Crisis in Givati deepens: Parents step in

The parents of soldiers in the Rotem Battalion sent a sharply worded letter to IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir under the headline “Crisis of Confidence and Command Failure."

Crisis in Givati deepens: Parents step in

Israel explains why it's releasing Lebanese detainees

PMO stresses the five Lebanese detainees are not terrorists, says their release comes amid efforts to recover the bodies of murdered Jewish community leaders.

Israel explains why it's releasing Lebanese detainees

Israel to release five Lebanese prisoners in US-brokered gesture

Israel to release five Lebanese POWs, following reported progress in talks over detainees, missing persons and the northern border.

Israel to release five Lebanese prisoners in US-brokered gesture

Katz to Iran: Attack Israel, we’ll send you back to the Stone Age

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Tehran that any attack will risk devastating strikes on Iran’s military, civilian and energy infrastructure.

Katz to Iran: Attack Israel, we’ll send you back to the Stone Age

‘Next round’ is coming:

Houthis hold naval drills against Israel, US

Houthi official Mohammed Ali al-Houthi says naval drills in the Red Sea are preparations for the ‘next round’ of confrontation with Israel and the US.

Houthis hold naval drills against Israel, US

Threats of major attack

Iran implies that IRGC operatives are in Hezbollah stronghold

Iran reportedly warned the US of a major response if Israel attacks Ali al-Taher, where IRGC personnel are said to be positioned alongside Hezbollah.

Iran implies that IRGC operatives are in Hezbollah stronghold

No remorse:

Murderer of child and IDF soldier dies in custody

Atif Sabihi, convicted of murdering 14-year-old Danny Katz and IDF soldier Dafna Carmon in the 1980s, dies in hospital while still in custody.

Murderer of child and IDF soldier dies in custody

IDF drills dozens of extreme war scenarios on Syrian border

IDF's 210th Division stages massive Golan Heights exercise, drilling mass-casualty attacks, rapid-response forces and battlefield emergencies based on lessons from October 7.

IDF drills dozens of extreme war scenarios on Syrian border

Report: IDF on brink of budget crisis

IDF reportedly forced to sideline tank battalions as ammunition production lines face shutdown, officials warn of damage to military readiness.

Report: IDF on brink of budget crisis

COGAT:

'Israel supplies Gaza with 70,000 cubic meters of water daily'

Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories addresses Gaza residents directly, criticizes Hamas, and details measures taken to improve water, sewage and hygiene services.

'Israel supplies Gaza with 70,000 cubic meters of water daily'

Ex-ISA official

Hamas official could've been killed - but he holds critical info

The operation to capture the “head of Hamas’ Shin Bet" in the heart of Gaza is just the tip of the iceberg of daily Shin Bet and IDF activity inside the Strip. Former senior Shin Bet official explains.

Hamas official could've been killed - but he holds critical info

‘I will take care of Israel’

Trump reassures Israel after US strikes Iran

US President Donald Trump reassures Israel following renewed US-Iran hostilities: 'Israel should not worry. You know why? Because I’m the president, and I will take care of Israel.'

Trump reassures Israel after US strikes Iran

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IDF continues to destroy Hamas tunnels in Gaza

Since the implementation of the ceasefire agreement, troops have disabled more than 26 kilometers of underground terror tunnels east of the Yellow Line.

IDF continues to destroy Hamas tunnels in Gaza

Netanyahu at Gaza Yellow Line:

‘We are not withdrawing, we are staying’

Netanyahu visits IDF forces near Gaza’s Yellow Line, declares Israel will remain in place and vows to complete the disarmament of Hamas.

‘We are not withdrawing, we are staying’

Former Bedouin soldier indicted for plotting to join ISIS

Prosecutors say suspect studied weapons, missile and drone production, and military tactics while preparing to join ISIS in Syria or Africa.

Former Bedouin soldier indicted for plotting to join ISIS

‘Our planes are ready’

Katz warns Iran could attack on Jewish holidays

Defense Minister Israel Katz says mounting pressure on Tehran could trigger direct confrontation, stressing Israel is prepared for defense and attack in coordination with US.

Katz warns Iran could attack on Jewish holidays

IDF eliminates senior Hamas security commander in Gaza

Talal Badawi advanced attacks against troops, Israeli civilians, while working to rebuild Hamas capabilities in violation of the ceasefire, IDF reveals.

IDF eliminates senior Hamas security commander in Gaza

Hezbollah launches explosive drones at IDF, Israel strikes back

IDF downs one of two explosive drones targeting soldiers before striking Hezbollah terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah launches explosive drones at IDF, Israel strikes back

First time since June:

UAV infiltrates Israel from Lebanon

Sirens sound in the Galilee panhandle for the first time in months following suspected drone infiltration. The IDF launches interceptors at a suspicious target. No injuries reported.

UAV infiltrates Israel from Lebanon

Haredi commander heeds rabbi’s call and leaves IDF

A haredi commander serving in a classified technological unit in the IDF resigned following a direct instruction he received from a Shas Council of Torah Sages member.

Haredi commander heeds rabbi’s call and leaves IDF

Dramatic arrest:

Al Jazeera footage of Hamas security chief shot before capture

Al Jazeera publishes footage showing the moments when Hamas’s internal security commander was shot, seconds before his capture.

Al Jazeera footage of Hamas security chief shot before capture

Shin Bet raids terrorist's home

New details from the arrest of a senior Hamas official

In a joint IDF-Shin Bet operation, a terrorist working to reestablish the organization in northern Gaza was arrested and taken to Israel for questioning.

New details from the arrest of a senior Hamas official

Head of Hamas Internal Security arrested in Gaza

ISA special forces entered a structure in the Gaza City area and apprehended the head of Hamas’ Internal Security in the Gaza Strip.

Head of Hamas Internal Security arrested in Gaza

IDF strikes Hamas commander in northern Gaza to remove threat

The eliminated terrorist had advanced attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians and operated to rehabilitate the capabilities of Hamas.

IDF strikes Hamas commander in northern Gaza to remove threat

Two years later:

Police honor three officers murdered on their way to duty

Judea and Samaria District officers pause at the exact time of the 2024 shooting attack to remember three colleagues murdered on their way to duty.

Police honor three officers murdered on their way to duty

Israel confirms:

Unusual operation in Gaza, senior Hamas terrorist arrested

Defense Minister Israel Katz confirms a senior Hamas terrorist was captured in Gaza following reports of heavy gunfire and airstrikes in Gaza City.

Unusual operation in Gaza, senior Hamas terrorist arrested

Operation Roaring Lion

Live updates: Trump announces economic campaign against Iran

Days after Israel braces for escalation, US pauses strikes on Iran, returning to negotiating table. Live Updates.

Live updates: Trump announces economic campaign against Iran

New senior IDF appointments

Bar Kalifa to head Central Command

Defense Minister Israel Katz approves sweeping IDF appointments, including Dado Bar Kalifa as Central Command chief following controversy over the nomination.

Bar Kalifa to head Central Command

Judea and Samaria

Israel launches major crackdown on illegal construction

Israeli forces demolish illegal construction near the security fence and an ancient archaeological site in two-day enforcement operation in Area C.

Israel launches major crackdown on illegal construction

‘Every Jew must feel committed’

French cousins enlist in the IDF

After making Aliyah from France, cousins Gad and Elior enlist in the IDF’s Hasmonean Brigade, driven by faith, duty and a desire to defend Israel.

French cousins enlist in the IDF

Broad daylight raid:

Undercover officers nab terror suspect in Shechem

Undercover Border Police officers enter deep into Balata camp in broad daylight, surround a vehicle, and arrest a wanted terror suspect.

Undercover officers nab terror suspect in Shechem

18 million shekels:

Force 100 soldiers sue prosecutors, police and Channel 12

Three Force 100 soldiers seek 18 million shekels from prosecutors, law enforcement officials and media figures, alleging false arrest, leaks and defamation.

Force 100 soldiers sue prosecutors, police and Channel 12

‘Humanitarian aid’ truck caught smuggling nicotine into Gaza

Inspectors uncover 100 bottles hidden inside drinks at Kerem Shalom; truck seized and Israeli company’s Gaza aid permit suspended.

‘Humanitarian aid’ truck caught smuggling nicotine into Gaza

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18 infiltrators found hidden under truck after police chase

Driver smashes through crossing, hits two cars and flees before Border Police discover 18 people concealed in a false compartment beneath his truck.

18 infiltrators found hidden under truck after police chase

Israel lands massive €3b ‘Achilles Shield’ deal with Greece

Israel to build Greece multi-layered air defense network featuring David’s Sling, BARAK MX and SPYDER in largest-ever Israel-Greece defense deal.

Israel lands massive €3b ‘Achilles Shield’ deal with Greece

Yamam captures Lions’ Den terrorist in surprise Shechem raid

Wanted terrorist suspected of plotting attacks against Israelis is caught off guard at his home in a covert overnight operation.

Yamam captures Lions’ Den terrorist in surprise Shechem raid

'This is where I belong'

Haredi recruits speak about enlisting in IDF

Haredi recruits describe their decision to enlist, concerns about the changes ahead, and their determination to maintain their haredi identity and way of life while serving in the IDF.

Haredi recruits speak about enlisting in IDF

Smotrich backs Givati soldiers jailed over female paramedic

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich demands answers from the IDF after hesder soldiers were sent to military prison for refusing to enter a Namer with a female paramedic.

Smotrich backs Givati soldiers jailed over female paramedic

Hesder soldiers:

'It wasn’t an operational mission; it was just for confrontation'

Friends of 15 Rotem Battalion soldiers jailed for ten days say clash involving female paramedic was part of ongoing tensions with their commanders, including a training exercise scheduled for Shabbat.

'It wasn’t an operational mission; it was just for confrontation'

Jerusalem lynch terrorists ordered to pay their Jewish victims

Court awards NIS 180,000 to three Jews attacked by an Arab mob near the Lions’ Gate during Operation Guardian of the Walls.

Jerusalem lynch terrorists ordered to pay their Jewish victims

Givati controversy

16 soldiers jailed after refusing to board APC with female medic

Rotem Battalion commander sentences five hesder yeshiva students to 10 days in military prison for refusing to board an APC with a female paramedic. 11 others receive five-day sentences.

16 soldiers jailed after refusing to board APC with female medic

Israel Dog Unit joins IDF Haruv unit in intense overnight drill

IDU handlers and specialized search dogs trained alongside Haruv soldiers in a challenging northern Israel exercise designed to prepare for complex scenarios in hostile terrain.

Israel Dog Unit joins IDF Haruv unit in intense overnight drill