Defense/Security (Page 11)


Watch: Border Police rescue Jewish man from Arab village

Border Police rescue Jewish man from Givat Ze'ev after Google Maps directs him to drive through Arab village.

Watch: Border Police rescue Jewish man from Arab village

Gaza:

Senior Nukhba operative killed in airstrike while walking

The IDF announced that Yahya Saeed Mohammad Hamdan, the head of a Nukhba cell that raided the Re'im military base during the October 7 massacre was killed in an airstrike in southern Gaza.

Senior Nukhba operative killed in airstrike while walking

IDF eliminates Nukhba commander who infiltrated Re'im on Oct. 7

IDF eliminates Yahya Saeed Mohammed Hamdan, Hamas Nukhba cell commander who infiltrated the Re'im military base during the October 7 massacre.

IDF eliminates Nukhba commander who infiltrated Re'im on Oct. 7

Civilian intelligence volunteer:

'I could have heard Hamas, my equipment was confiscated'

Refael Hayoun says he could have listened to the terrorists' communications in real time had his equipment not been confiscated months before the October 7 massacre.

'I could have heard Hamas, my equipment was confiscated'

Mass terror attack thwarted in Be'er Sheva

Four Bedouin Arabs indicted for planning mass terror attack, attacks on police and security forces.

Mass terror attack thwarted in Be'er Sheva

Footage from Lebanon:

Weapons cache intended for attacks on Israel uncovered

Golani Brigade troops uncover, destroy Hezbollah weapons depots in southern Lebanon containing launchers, missiles, explosives, and machine guns.

Weapons cache intended for attacks on Israel uncovered

'The danger is real'

New study warns: PA could carry out worse massacre than October 7

Lt. Col. (res.) Adv. Maurice Hirsch publishes new study showing Palestinian Authority security forces number over twice the size permitted under Oslo Accords, train for combat against Israel.

New study warns: PA could carry out worse massacre than October 7

Chief Rabbi: No blanket permit to break Shabbat for morale

Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber ruled that boosting soldiers' morale does not justify a blanket permit to desecrate Shabbat and urged major rulings be left to leading halakhic authorities.

Chief Rabbi: No blanket permit to break Shabbat for morale

Netanyahu: 'New challenges in the Middle East'

At the Air Force graduation ceremony, Netanyahu highlighted new regional challenges and the need to preserve Israel’s air superiority amid reports of F-35 sale to Turkey.

Netanyahu: 'New challenges in the Middle East'

'On immediate takeoff alert'

IDF Chief: 'We are prepared for action in Iran'

At the Air Force pilots graduation, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir reviewed wartime achievements, October 7 lessons and warned Israel is ready to act.

IDF Chief: 'We are prepared for action in Iran'

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad production commander

IDF strikes and eliminates Rashid Al-Qadhi, who played a central role in multiple processes within the terrorist organization’s production array.

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad production commander

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IDF destroys two Hezbollah tunnels in southern Lebanon

Troops of the 551st Brigade demolished two Hezbollah tunnels in Majdal Zoun with a combined length of approximately 200 meters and reaching a depth of about 20 meters.

IDF destroys two Hezbollah tunnels in southern Lebanon

COGAT answers Hamas:

Gaza received nearly triple required food aid

COGAT says humanitarian aid entering Gaza during the ceasefire exceeded international requirements, while blaming Hamas for distribution failures.

Gaza received nearly triple required food aid

Not waiting for Hamas

The new migration plan for southern Gaza

The Board of Peace is planning to move Gazans to areas not under Hamas control before next winter as forces on the ground have begun practical preparations.

The new migration plan for southern Gaza

Abduction scare in Gush Etzion

Police were called after an armed soldier was seen boarding a car with PA plates. Driver and soldier found to be a couple and an abduction was ruled out.

Abduction scare in Gush Etzion

IDF eliminates Hamas commander involved in October 7 abductions

The IDF and ISA eliminated a terrorist who infiltrated Israeli territory on October 7th and took part in the abduction of Israeli civilians and holding them in captivity

IDF eliminates Hamas commander involved in October 7 abductions

Golani families outraged over female singers at beret ceremony

An end-of-training ceremony for Golani Brigade soldiers at Golani Junction sparked disappointment among some religious soldiers and their families after organizers announced that women's singing would be included as part of the event.

Golani families outraged over female singers at beret ceremony

Defense Min. warns: We don't need approval to remain in Lebanon

Defense Minister Israel Katz says Israel operates in line with its strategic interests, will continue to make decisions on Lebanon security zone independently.

Defense Min. warns: We don't need approval to remain in Lebanon

Reservist soldier arrested for transferring weapons to criminals

An indictment filed this week accuses an IDF reservist of unlawfully removing his military-issued weapon from base and transferring it to another individual, allegedly for use in criminal activity.

Reservist soldier arrested for transferring weapons to criminals

Mystery from 1948 solved:

Body of War of Independence casualty located

A 15-year IDF investigation identified the burial place of Private Yaakov Zrihan, who fell in 1948, bringing long-awaited closure to his family.

Body of War of Independence casualty located

Airborne operation

Watch: IDF troops raid dozens of buildings in Jenin

Forces apprehended 20 wanted individuals, including suspects who were planning to carry out a terror attack, an arms dealer, and suspects affiliated with the Hamas terrorist organization.

Watch: IDF troops raid dozens of buildings in Jenin

'They're cuckoo'

Trump expresses doubt over Iran deal: 'I'm not seeing it'

US President Donald Trump voiced his dissatisfaction with the Iranian regime's actions and said that the US would probably conduct strikes against Iranian targets again.

Trump expresses doubt over Iran deal: 'I'm not seeing it'

Umm Al-Fahm:

Undercover security officers arrest partygoers at event

After receiving a report of gunfire at a celebration in Umm al-Fahm, detectives and Border Police officers raided the venue, seizing ammunition and arresting several suspects.

Undercover security officers arrest partygoers at event

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COGAT thwarts attempt to smuggle cigarettes in pineapples

Attempt to smuggle thousands of cigarettes into the Gaza Strip using pineapples thwarted; COGAT orders immediate suspension of company's authorization to deliver aid.

COGAT thwarts attempt to smuggle cigarettes in pineapples

Nukhba commander who infiltrated Kibbutz Nirim eliminated

IDF eliminates Hamas 'Nukhba' cell commander who infiltrated Kibbutz Nirim on the morning of the October 7 massacre.

Nukhba commander who infiltrated Kibbutz Nirim eliminated

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Palestinian woman caught trying to hide knife at checkpoint

A 45-year-old Palestinian woman from Ein Sultan, near Jericho, was arrested Wednesday morning after allegedly attempting to conceal a knife during security screening.

Palestinian woman caught trying to hide knife at checkpoint

Soldiers dispute IDF statement on elimination of terrorist

Soldiers from the 679th Brigade, operating under the 91st Division in the security zone in southern Lebanon, are challenging the IDF's account that a dog handler from the Oketz working dog unit killed a Hezbollah terrorist.

Soldiers dispute IDF statement on elimination of terrorist

Bint Jbeil: Hezbollah terrorist killed, second captured

Hezbollah terrorists open fire at IDF forces searching structure in Bint Jbeil, Lebanon; IDF fires back.

Bint Jbeil: Hezbollah terrorist killed, second captured

Tries to infiltrate, draws a knife

Border Police neutralize terrorist at Rachel Crossing

Border Police neutralize terrorist who threw rocks and raised a knife toward them after his attempt to infiltrate failed at Rachel Crossing. Suspect transferred for questioning.

Border Police neutralize terrorist at Rachel Crossing

Footage from Lebanon:

Civilian bedroom turned into arms cache

IDF troops operating in southern Lebanon uncovered weapons, explosives and Hezbollah flags hidden inside a civilian home in Tallousa.

Civilian bedroom turned into arms cache

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Two Palestinian Arabs arrested for terror incitement

Two Palestinian Arabs arrested overnight during an operation by Hetz Yehuda soldiers, after they were suspected of inciting on social media, supporting terrorism, and glorifying the 10/7 massacre.

Two Palestinian Arabs arrested for terror incitement

Bus driver's quick thinking leads to arrest of infiltrator

A public bus driver's quick thinking led to the arrest of a 16-year-old illegal entrant on Monday night, hours after the teenager was allegedly involved in a vehicle theft.

Bus driver's quick thinking leads to arrest of infiltrator

Unusual incident at Qalandiya Crossing

Border Police fire towards two suspects at Qalandiya Crossing; suspects later identified as civilian security guards.

Unusual incident at Qalandiya Crossing

Dramatic rescue:

Border Police extract 10 Israelis from Qalqilya

Border Police officers and IDF troops rescue 10 Israeli civilians who entered Qalqilya in an attempt to locate a stolen motorcycle, after dozens of Palestinian Arabs swarmed around them.

Border Police extract 10 Israelis from Qalqilya

ISA chief continues shakeup of organization

Head of the ISA David Zini is reportedly considering changes to the leadership of the agency's Investigations Directorate, including the possible removal of its current head.

ISA chief continues shakeup of organization

Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion at heart of smuggling operations

Eight soldiers in the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion charged in smuggling operations into Gaza, in which they allegedly earned tens of millions of shekels.

Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion at heart of smuggling operations

IDF eliminates Hamas training commander in northern Gaza strike

Overnight the IDF carried out an aerial strike in northern Gaza, eliminating Fadi Falah Ashour Daghmash, a commander in the training department of Hamas’s military wing.

IDF eliminates Hamas training commander in northern Gaza strike

Text of law to curb arrest of haredi draft evaders disclosed

Ahead of the second and third readings, the temporary order was published, suspending arrests and enforcement for a limited period, subject to study requirements, affidavits, and supervision of yeshivas.

Text of law to curb arrest of haredi draft evaders disclosed

IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba terrorist

IDF strikes five terrorists attempting to restore underground terror infrastructure in northern Gaza , killing a Hamas Nukhba operative from the East Jabalia Battalion.

IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba terrorist

Israeli sources: Hamas' resignation 'lacks significance'

Israeli officials rejected Hamas' resignation announcement, says terror group staging public relations maneuver to appease US while avoiding blame for violating ceasefire.

Israeli sources: Hamas' resignation 'lacks significance'

Hamas resigns - but remains in power

Hamas' government declares its resignation to allow technocratic committee to take power - but will continue to rule Gaza. Israel warns: 'Political spin.'

Hamas resigns - but remains in power

IDF finds over 150 weapons in southern Lebanon village

IDF troops uncover over 150 weapons, dismantle over 90 Hezbollah terrorist sites in Hadatha, southern Lebanon, while eliminating terrorists in security zone.

IDF finds over 150 weapons in southern Lebanon village

Watch: IAF Pilots-to-be prepare for graduation

IDF to graduate Flight Course 192 this week, after cadets completed three years of training during ongoing war.

Watch: IAF Pilots-to-be prepare for graduation

Minister Katz:

Any leader who threatens us will be eliminated

Defense Minister Katz addressed the ongoing funeral for Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and warned that anyone who goes down his path will meet the same fate.

Any leader who threatens us will be eliminated

Border Police officer investigated following Qalandiya incident

Border Police officer documented throwing stun grenade into vehicle is investigated.

Border Police officer investigated following Qalandiya incident

How October 7 reshaped the IDF

According to a report, the IDF has introduced sweeping changes to its defense doctrine, readiness plans and command structure after October 7.

How October 7 reshaped the IDF

IDF and Lebanese army prepare Hezbollah-free zone

The coordination effort is designed to create a shared operational framework and minimize the risk of friction or misunderstandings ahead of a planned pilot Israeli withdrawal from two villages in southern Lebanon.

IDF and Lebanese army prepare Hezbollah-free zone

Hamas makes surprise move

Hamas reportedly preparing to dissolve Gaza governing committee ahead of possible future arrangement.

Hamas makes surprise move

Footage from Beaufort Ridge:

Chief of Staff sends powerful message from Hezbollah tunnels

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon, enters Hezbollah tunnel network. 'Hezbollah exhausted and beaten in every battle.'

Chief of Staff sends powerful message from Hezbollah tunnels

He foresaw October 7th. Now he has a new warning

Civilian intelligence expert Refael Hayun says Hamas is getting stronger as it manages to smuggle weapons and drones into the Gaza Strip.

He foresaw October 7th. Now he has a new warning

Security officials oppose renewed Gaza offensive

Senior Israeli security officials believe Israel should prioritize Iran, Lebanon, threats, while holding off on broad offensive in Gaza.

Security officials oppose renewed Gaza offensive

IDF eliminates two Hamas commanders in Gaza

IDF kills two Hamas military commanders in separate airstrikes in Gaza, after the terrorists were involved in planning attacks against Israeli forces.

IDF eliminates two Hamas commanders in Gaza

New unit for religious women in the Air Force

Israeli Air Force approves new gender-specific combat unit for religious women, with the first recruits set to enlist in November 2026.

New unit for religious women in the Air Force

How Sinwar planned a multi-front war against Israel

Newly analyzed documents reveal the plans Sinwar proposed to Hezbollah ahead of the October 7th Massacre, which included attacks from Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan.

How Sinwar planned a multi-front war against Israel

October 7th massacre

This is how the intelligence failure happened

Major General (res.) Roni Numa, tasked with investigating failures that led to the massacre, shares how the reliance on technology caused a real-time intelligence disaster.

This is how the intelligence failure happened

Watch: Terrorist eliminated following pursuit

IDF eliminates armed Hezbollah terrorist in southern Lebanon security zone, eliminating immediate threat. Watch.

Watch: Terrorist eliminated following pursuit