Defense/Security (Page 2)


Defense Minister:

IDF instructed to prepare for fighting against PA officials

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Israel to launch an all-out campaign against Palestinian Authority terror infrastructure if 'intifada' returns to Judea and Samaria.

IDF instructed to prepare for fighting against PA officials

Hezbollah launches explosive drone, Israel strikes back

IDF hits Hezbollah weapons depots in southern Lebanon after another explosive drone is launched at Israeli troops.

Hezbollah launches explosive drone, Israel strikes back

Fourth time in mere days:

19-year-old indicted for joining ISIS terror group

Indictment filed against Arab Israeli after Shin Bet investigation reveals he pledged allegiance to ISIS, consumed terrorist organization’s propaganda.

19-year-old indicted for joining ISIS terror group

Hamas bomb hits IDF vehicle, Israel strikes back in Gaza

Hamas blatantly violates ceasefire, IDF engineering vehicle drives over explosive device.

Hamas bomb hits IDF vehicle, Israel strikes back in Gaza

IDF on Jordan border:

‘The quiet is no longer reassuring’

Once considered one of Israel’s quietest sectors, the Jordan border is now facing growing smuggling and infiltration threats as the IDF reinforces its defenses.

‘The quiet is no longer reassuring’

Not standard issue:

IDF soldier’s ‘serial killer’ patch lands him in trouble

Armed IDF soldier filmed at Tel Aviv train station wearing ‘Serial Killer’ and other unusual patches; IDF says he will face disciplinary proceedings.

IDF soldier’s ‘serial killer’ patch lands him in trouble

Fake abduction report triggers major police, IDF response

A late-night call claiming three Israelis were being abducted sent police and IDF forces rushing to Hizma-only for investigators to allege the group had entered the village voluntarily and falsely reported an abduction.

Fake abduction report triggers major police, IDF response

Zamir to Israel’s enemies: Attack us, pay a ‘very heavy price’

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir oversees surprise ‘Breaking Dawn 2.0’ exercise testing readiness for multi-front war and warns enemies of an immediate, heavy price.

Zamir to Israel’s enemies: Attack us, pay a ‘very heavy price’

‘Don’t mess with us’:

Netanyahu warns Iran of crushing response

Netanyahu warns Iran against attacking Israel, says its regime is weak and faltering, and vows to complete a mission that will reshape the Middle East.

Netanyahu warns Iran of crushing response

Zamir warns:

IDF must be ready for surprise attack across all fronts

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir says Israel’s military must remain ready for a surprise attack as commanders test responses to a rapidly escalating multi-front war.

IDF must be ready for surprise attack across all fronts

Possessing a rocket

Hamas terror cell thwarted in northern Jordan Valley

The IDF announced that in a joint operation with the Israel Police and Shin Bet in the Akraba area, a Hamas terrorist cell was thwarted, 10 terrorists were apprehended and a rocket was located.

Hamas terror cell thwarted in northern Jordan Valley

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IDF moves to increase number of combat soldiers

The Medical Corps and Manpower Directorate have developed a new medical fitness classification intended to immediately expand the pool of candidates eligible for combat service.

IDF moves to increase number of combat soldiers

Called for Jihad

Terrorist turned Instagram into channel for terror incitement

A serious indictment has been filed against a terrorist who disseminated inciting content on social media, praised terrorist attacks, and called for attacks against Jews.

Terrorist turned Instagram into channel for terror incitement

IDF retaliates after Hezbollah UAV strikes

The IDF struck terrorists and infrastructure belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization.

IDF retaliates after Hezbollah UAV strikes

Report

Hezbollah abandoned Ali al-Taher Ridge on Iran’s orders

The terrorist organization withdrew from the Ali al-Taher Ridge and left it to Israeli forces rather than hand the territory over to the Lebanese Army, on orders from the Iranian regime.

Hezbollah abandoned Ali al-Taher Ridge on Iran’s orders

Ahead of High Holidays

NSC warns of increased efforts to target Israelis abroad

Heightened alert overseas: The National Security Council warns of growing threats of terrorist attacks against Israelis during the holiday period from terrorist organizations and lone attackers.

NSC warns of increased efforts to target Israelis abroad

Southern Lebanon:

Hezbollah launches two explosive drones, IDF retaliates

Hezbollah launches two explosive drones toward IDF forces in southern Lebanon. One intercepted, with no injuries reported. The IDF is striking in response.

Hezbollah launches two explosive drones, IDF retaliates

'Breaking Dawn 2.0'

IDF launches surprise exercise to test multi-front readiness

IDF launches surprise exercise to test readiness for sudden, complex, large-scale multi-front scenario. Increased movement of security forces and aircraft expected, no concern of a security incident.

IDF launches surprise exercise to test multi-front readiness

East Jerusalem man indicted over weapons deal with Hamas agent

An East Jerusalem resident allegedly sold an M16 rifle to a Hamas-linked activist accused of plotting attacks against Minister Ben Gvir.

East Jerusalem man indicted over weapons deal with Hamas agent

IDF weighs major pullback from southern Lebanon

Emerging plan would see IDF troops leave forward positions, redeploy along a new 'Gray Line' just kilometers from Israel's northern border.

IDF weighs major pullback from southern Lebanon

Hezbollah drone targets IDF troops, Israel strikes back

IDF intercepts Hezbollah drone over the Lebanon security zone before striking terrorists and weapons storage facilities used to plan attacks.

Hezbollah drone targets IDF troops, Israel strikes back

IDF strikes in Lebanon after soldiers down Hezbollah drone

IDF soldiers shoot down a Hezbollah drone targeting troops in southern Lebanon, prompting Israeli strikes in the area.

IDF strikes in Lebanon after soldiers down Hezbollah drone

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

Watch:

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