Defense/Security (Page 3)


Thousands of Haredim enlist

A look at the IDF’s new service tracks

The IDF is presenting its range of dedicated tracks - from Paratroopers and Hasmonean Brigade combat soldiers to intelligence researchers and personnel in technology and logistics.

A look at the IDF’s new service tracks

Rom Braslavski responds to terrorist’s complaints to Ben Gvir

The National Security Minister visited a prison where female Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists are incarcerated and heard complaints about worsening conditions

Rom Braslavski responds to terrorist’s complaints to Ben Gvir

COGAT reveals: Between 20-30% of Gaza aid isn't food

Hundreds of trucks carrying food, medical supplies and water infrastructure equipment entered Gaza through Israel, while 150 residents departed for third countries, official data reveals.

COGAT reveals: Between 20-30% of Gaza aid isn't food

Violent clashes in Qusra

Clashes erupt in Qusra, Jalud, after Israelis begin to hit back following rock attack by local Arabs.

Violent clashes in Qusra

IDF strikes Hamas commander hiding in Gaza hospital

Hamas commander planning attacks against troops and Israeli civilians, working to rebuild Hamas capabilities in violation of ceasefire, is eliminated while hiding in hospital.

IDF strikes Hamas commander hiding in Gaza hospital

IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba commander, sniper in Gaza

Two Hamas terrorists advancing attacks against troops and Israeli civilians, working to rebuild Hamas capabilities in violation of the ceasefire, are eliminated in Gaza.

IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba commander, sniper in Gaza

From yeshiva to the intelligence front

As part of the "Headstart Intelligence" project, members of the haredi sector were recruited for intelligence research roles in Brigade 146.

From yeshiva to the intelligence front

IDF conducts precise strike against terrorists in the Jenin area

IDF drone strikes vehicle carrying three terrorists, including head of a terrorist network in Jenin who was planning attacks, amid heightened security tensions and increased alert levels in Judea and Samaria.

IDF conducts precise strike against terrorists in the Jenin area

October 7 terrorist, Islamic Jihad commander eliminated in Gaza

IDF strikes in Gaza eliminate a Hamas commander who participated in the October 7 massacre and an Islamic Jihad commander accused of continued attacks.

October 7 terrorist, Islamic Jihad commander eliminated in Gaza

Shin Bet foils ISIS plot targeting Temple Mount, IDF base

Two Israeli Arabs, including a 16-year-old, arrested after swearing allegiance to ISIS, planning attacks on Israeli security forces.

Shin Bet foils ISIS plot targeting Temple Mount, IDF base

Syrian media: IDF strikes in Damascus countryside

Syrian media reports IDF troops struck near Beit Jinn with two shells. No official confirmation from Israel.

Syrian media: IDF strikes in Damascus countryside

Outgoing Mossad Chief's strong message to Iran

Outgoing Mossad chief Dedi Barnea calls for escalating economic, diplomatic, and operational measures against Iran: “This regime will fall."

Outgoing Mossad Chief's strong message to Iran

Terrorist who held 3 hostages captive eliminated

The IDF struck and eliminated Ismail Mohammed Ibrahim Barim, a commander in Hamas’ military wing, who held hostages Edan Alexander, Matan Zangauker, and Avera Mengistu

Terrorist who held 3 hostages captive eliminated

Katz threatens

'Ultimatum has ended, every launch will be met with force'

Defense Minister announces that the ultimatum has expired and makes clear: Every launch of balloons or kites from Gaza will be considered an act of terrorism and met with force.

'Ultimatum has ended, every launch will be met with force'

The threat to Yair Netanyahu: What really happened?

Israeli security officials clarify why Yair Netanyahu's security was increased.

The threat to Yair Netanyahu: What really happened?

Ceasefire violation:

Hezbollah launches explosive drones at IDF troops

IDF downs drone after Hezbollah targets soldiers in southern Lebanon security zone; no injuries reported.

Hezbollah launches explosive drones at IDF troops

IDF chief raises alert, orders Judea and Samaria reinforcements

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders heightened readiness ahead of holidays, warns IDF faces threats from Iran to Gaza.

IDF chief raises alert, orders Judea and Samaria reinforcements

Manual for draft evaders?

Controversial IDF video quickly deleted

IDF removes an AI-generated video explaining how haredi draft evaders can resolve their status and travel abroad, admitting it violated spokesperson guidelines.

Controversial IDF video quickly deleted

Sinwar’s bodyguard eliminated:

IDF takes out two October 7 Nukhba terrorists

Two Hamas terrorists who invaded the Re’im camp on October 7, including Yahya Sinwar’s bodyguard, eliminated after planning new attacks.

IDF takes out two October 7 Nukhba terrorists

‘Blood libel against IDF soldiers’

Katz demands action against former MAG

Defense Minister Israel Katz orders IDF Chief Eyal Zamir to revoke Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi’s rights and exhaust all military measures in the Sde Teiman leak case.

Katz demands action against former MAG

40 years, one mission:

How Israel finally brought Yehuda Katz home

A decades-long intelligence investigation, repeated missions behind enemy lines and one crucial focus on his tank ultimately helped Israel bring Yehuda Katz home.

How Israel finally brought Yehuda Katz home

‘National disaster averted’

Yair Netanyahu details Iranian assassination plot

In a complaint demanding an investigation into journalist Ori Misgav, Yair Netanyahu claims an Iranian terror squad reached his Miami home thanks to information Misgav shared.

Yair Netanyahu details Iranian assassination plot

New details:

IDF Rabbi permitted co-ed mission, Givati soldiers still refused

New details reveal Givati soldiers refused to board an APC with a female paramedic despite the brigade rabbi’s approval, leading the IDF to cancel the urgent mission.

IDF Rabbi permitted co-ed mission, Givati soldiers still refused

The phenomenon endangering drivers in Samaria

Nine Palestinian Arab adults and minors are apprehended at Tzofim Junction as local officials demand sustained action against roadside panhandling.

The phenomenon endangering drivers in Samaria

Stabbing attack foiled, pregnant terrorist arrested

IDF troops apprehended a 38-year-old pregnant terrorist after information was received regarding her intention to carry out a stabbing attack.

Stabbing attack foiled, pregnant terrorist arrested

IDF probe backs reservist:

PA forces illegally detained Israeli in Area C

IDF investigation finds PA forces unlawfully detained reservist Shlomo Rosenthal at an unauthorized Area C roadblock, contradicting the initial official account.

PA forces illegally detained Israeli in Area C

Golani Brigade dismantles 400 terror sites in southern Lebanon

Troops have dismantled more than 400 terror infrastructure sites and located numerous weapons, including anti-tank missiles, surface-to-air missiles, explosive devices, Kalashnikov rifles, and mortars.

Golani Brigade dismantles 400 terror sites in southern Lebanon

‘Torah strengthens the spirit’:

IDF Chief’s message to yeshiva students

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir shares how his wounded grandfather cried out ‘Shema Yisrael’ in battle, and tells yeshiva students that Torah strengthens the IDF’s spirit.

IDF Chief’s message to yeshiva students

IDF destroys Hamas ambush position meters from Gaza hospital

Terrorists eliminated as IDF strikes Hamas position near Kamal Adwan Hospital and a school, where weapons were stored and attacks were being planned.

IDF destroys Hamas ambush position meters from Gaza hospital

Exclusive:

Katz intervenes after Givati soldiers punished

Defense Minister Israel Katz vows to address controversy after yeshiva soldiers confined to base for 21 days over refusal to enter APC with female paramedic.

Katz intervenes after Givati soldiers punished

Soldier blasts Bennett over Madma memorial demolition

A soldier who secured Tzvi Succot’s controversial Madma visit says troops supported the demolition and rejects claims that the tour endangered them.

Soldier blasts Bennett over Madma memorial demolition

“Now I’m calm"

Footage of rescue of Israeli who accidentally entered Ramallah

A Holon resident mistakenly entered Area A in the Ramallah area and contacted the police emergency hotline. Border Police officers located his vehicle and quickly rescued him unharmed.

Footage of rescue of Israeli who accidentally entered Ramallah

The price of terror stipends

Major raid on homes of released terrorists

Security forces raided properties belonging to released terrorists who received salaries from the Palestinian Authority, seizing vehicles and tens of thousands of shekels.

Major raid on homes of released terrorists

Givati soldiers punished after refusing to ride with female medic

Three Givati soldiers reportedly refused to board a Namer carrying a female medic, citing rabbinic instructions. All soldiers in their platoon were sentenced to 21 days of confinement.

Givati soldiers punished after refusing to ride with female medic

Report: Iranian assassination target - Yair Netanyahu

A US official claims that a cell acting on behalf of the regime in Tehran stayed in the Miami area, closely monitored the Prime Minister’s son’s daily routine, and gathered intelligence on him.

Report: Iranian assassination target - Yair Netanyahu

Dramatic moment in captivity

Rom Braslavski: “I was afraid, but I didn’t hesitate"

Captivity survivor Rom Braslavski recounted the moment in captivity when he was forced to reveal his identity as a soldier - about six months after the murderous attack. “I realize I’m done for."

Rom Braslavski: “I was afraid, but I didn’t hesitate"

New report reveals

How PA schools celebrated the October 7 massacre

A special report presents quotes from ceremonies, assemblies, and events held in Palestinian Authority schools honoring the heroism of Hamas terrorists on the day of the October 7 massacre.

How PA schools celebrated the October 7 massacre

Hamas kites:

First step in psychological warfare

Dr. Schleifer, expert in psychological warfare, says the seemingly innocent kites launched from Gaza are the beginning of a planned and systematic Hamas effort to condition Israel.

First step in psychological warfare

Chief of Staff in Gaza:

'We will dismantle Hamas'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir says IDF will continue dismantling Hamas and demilitarizing Gaza: ‘Those who took part in the 10/7 massacre will be hunted down until they are all eliminated.'

'We will dismantle Hamas'

Katz’s message to Syrian Pres. from Mt. Hermon summit

Defense Minister visits IDF troops at the summit of Mount Hermon and sends a message to Damascus: “As long as there are threats, the IDF will remain here."

Katz’s message to Syrian Pres. from Mt. Hermon summit

'A clear warning'

Watch: IDF strikes Hamas weapons sites in mosques

IDF launches series of strikes targeting five Hamas weapon storage facilities and a launch site inside mosques and alongside humanitarian infrastructure in the Gaza Strip.

Watch: IDF strikes Hamas weapons sites in mosques

Arab recruitment to Israel Police plummets

Official figures show a sharp decline in Arab recruitment to the Israel Police, as ministry officials point to stricter vetting and Hebrew requirements.

Arab recruitment to Israel Police plummets

Sledgehammer in hand

MK Sukkot demolishes terrorist monuments

MK Tzvi Sukkot takes a sledgehammer to monuments honoring terrorists near Yitzhar, saying authorities failed to act despite his earlier demands.

MK Sukkot demolishes terrorist monuments

Northern Jerusalem:

IDF and police evacuate UNRWA compound

IDF, Israel Police, and Jerusalem Municipality began evacuating the UNRWA in Kafr Aqab.

IDF and police evacuate UNRWA compound

Yeshiva student arrested in late-night military raid

Military Police officers in civilian clothes raided a family home in Haifa late at night and arrested a 22-year-old yeshiva graduate.

Yeshiva student arrested in late-night military raid

Israel’s demand: Stop kite terrorism

An urgent Israeli demand was conveyed to the Board of Peace to address the launching of terror kites within three days in order to prevent a major military escalation in the Gaza Strip.

Israel’s demand: Stop kite terrorism

Attack by PA forces

Victim recounts ordeal to Arutz Sheva: 'Kicked me in the face'

IDF reservist Yisrael Rosenthal recounts to Arutz Sheva his assault and detention by Palestinian Authority security forces in Area C and calls for action.

Victim recounts ordeal to Arutz Sheva: 'Kicked me in the face'

Terror attack foiled

IDF arrests son of terrorist slain last week

IDF and Shin Bet forces arrest Jenin terrorist Imam Hazzam, who allegedly planned an attack after his father was eliminated during a stabbing attempt.

IDF arrests son of terrorist slain last week

IDF destroys Hamas weapons caches in Gaza mosques

According to the IDF, dozens of rifles were stored inside the Shati and Deir al-Balah area mosques in violation of international law.

IDF destroys Hamas weapons caches in Gaza mosques

Netanyahu

'Iran tried to assassinate one of my children'

Netanyahu revealed this evening that Iran has attempted to assassinate one of his children, after Iranian state TV threatened President Trump's son.

'Iran tried to assassinate one of my children'

'Israel returns to containment'

Additional kite from Gaza found in Gaza envelope

Fifth kite from Gaza lands in Israeli territory, found in Nahal Oz. Regional Council Chairman: 'Israel is returning to its policy of containment and reactivity instead of initiative.'

Additional kite from Gaza found in Gaza envelope

‘They beat and kicked me’:

Reservist recounts detention by PA Forces

IDF reservist says PA officers beat him, sprayed him with pepper spray, seized his weapon and took him handcuffed into Ramallah after stopping his car in Area C.

Reservist recounts detention by PA Forces

Netanyahu, Katz presented with data showing decline in terrorism

The Prime Minister and Defense Minister held a situational assessment at Central Command. Minister Katz: “The number of terrorist attacks in Judea and Samaria has fallen to levels we have never seen before."

Netanyahu, Katz presented with data showing decline in terrorism

In three months

13 kilometers of terror tunnels destroyed in Gaza

Paratroopers Brigade troops completed their defensive and infrastructure-clearing missions along the “Yellow Line." The tunnel in which the late Lt. Hadar Goldin was held was also destroyed.

13 kilometers of terror tunnels destroyed in Gaza

‘Hamas stops at nothing’:

Drugs found hidden in Gaza aid supplies

World Central Kitchen staff discover 600 grams of hashish and 162 grams of illicit substances hidden inside humanitarian aid supplies in Gaza.

Drugs found hidden in Gaza aid supplies

IDF officer injured in accidental shooting at military base

IDF officer moderately injured by accidental gunfire at Combat Engineering School in the Arava; Military Police launch investigation.

IDF officer injured in accidental shooting at military base