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Watch: Israel's Independence Days through the ages

For 71 years, we have partied together in the streets on Israel's Independence Day. This year will be a little different...

If there are tears in your eyes, let them be tears of grandeur

This Remembrance Day: Remembering what we have all lost

23,816 IDF casualties from 1860 and until today

Since last Memorial Day, 42 people have been added to the list of fallen soldiers.

Watch: Arrest of terrorists plotting numerous attacks

IDF releases helmet footage of arrest of terror cell behind plots against many civilian and military targets including Teddy Stadium.

Bennett orders halt to testing Gazans for coronavirus

IDF's decision to test Gazans for coronavirus was not coordinated with Defense Ministry, report says.

Watch: IDF soldiers sing 'Ani Maamin'

Soldiers from the Sderot yeshiva, Karnei Shomron, and Gush Etzion hold their own Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony.

Terror attack thwarted in Gush Etzion

IDF fighters identify Arabs trying to throw firebombs at a military post. One terrorist shot and arrested.

Israel's Air Force to salute hospitals

Four Texan II T6 planes will hold flyovers over hospitals, saluting medical staff and healthcare system.

What happened at Metzoke Dragot? The father explains

Head of northern Torah Core group, father of one of youths accused of violating quarantine, stealing IDF equipment relates son's version.

IDF identifies damage to Lebanon border fence

IDF soldiers find damage on fence along Lebanon border. Infiltration ruled out.

Project 'Air to Breathe'

100 IDF-developed ventilators transferred to Sheba Hospital

'Allows hospitals to use their equipment and upgrade it significantly with a small, cheap addition.'

IDF not waiting: Soldiers to be permitted to take vacation

The IDF will gradually allow soldiers and fighters to take vacations starting next week.

Armed Arab infiltrates IDF base

Arab infiltrates IDF base, injures two soldiers. IDF investigating.

12 million surgical masks airlifted from China to Israel

60 tons of medical equipment now making their way from China to Israel.

Passover preparations in the IDF

Hundreds of soldiers recruited to take the place of the reservists who usually prepare for Passover on the bases.

Hospital: Officer wounded from bullet in serious condition

IDF officer wounded during shooting practice is in serious but stable condition, hospital says.

Triumph of the fighting spirit at a time of global crisis

Arutz Sheva joined an IDF commander in Judea and Samaria in a tour of his troops at a time of national and global crisis.

Mass breach of Health Ministry guidelines on Tel Hashomer base

In a picture circulated on social media, hundreds of soldiers can be seen sitting together in close quarters

Chief of Staff: Follow the rules

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi posts a video from isolation, calls on IDF soldiers to abide by the coronavirus guidelines.

IDF Chief of Staff enters quarantine

General Aviv Kochavi enters self-quarantine after meeting commander who tested positive for coronavirus.

Experiment: Dogs will detect coronavirus carriers

Ministry of Defense trying to train dogs from IDF's Oketz Unit to identify coronavirus patients by sniffing their saliva samples.

IDF attacks Hamas posts in Gaza

IDF attacks Hamas military posts and infrastructure in retaliation for rocket fire on southern Israel.

On Sunday, 500 soldiers to join lockdown efforts

Soldiers to work together with police officers to enforce coronavirus lockdown rules, close roads.

Operation Golden Guards:

IDF, defense establishment take responsibility for elderly care

IDF to map elderly population and needs, increase awareness; Minister Naftali Bennett: 'We'll rise to the challenge.'

IDF & Home Front Command working to contain coronavirus

IDF will help enforce closure if announced. Home Front running 'Coronavirus hotels.' Soldiers caring for children of hospital workers.

Watch: IDF Efforts to Fight COVID-19

Over 160 countries have been affected by COVID-19, including Israel. This is what the IDF is doing to protect Israel.

Bennett calls up 2,500 reservists to deal with coronavirus

Defense Minister approves additional call-up of IDF reservists to assist medical establishment in dealing with coronavirus outbreak.

'Coronavirus has led to reduction in terror'

Coronavirus pandemic has led to drop in hostile activities towards Israel, IDF official says.

These are the IDF's recommendations for coronavirus

Watch: IDF explains complexity of coronavirus epidemic, outlines steps to reduce infection.

Watch: The IDF’s coronavirus guidelines

Due to the worldwide outbreak of coronavirus, the IDF has implemented a series of measures to minimize the virus’ impact on the IDF.

IDF cancels reserve unit training at least until Passover

IDF announces reserve units' training will be delayed in light of the recent rise in coronavirus cases in the country.

Soldiers thwart attempted terrorist attack in Binyamin region

IDF soldiers identify terrorists preparing to throw firebombs, open fire at them and arrest them.

Defense Ministry purchases 50m worth of supplies for coronavirus

Defense Min. launches expedited procurement of medical equipment.

Senior officer briefs 18,000 Israel supporters on Hezbollah

Watch full speech of IDF Spokesman to AIPAC conference about Hezbollah's threats, Operation 'Northern Shield', and US support.

Coronavirus:

IDF March draft to proceed with no parent chaperones

IDF continues to prepare for coronavirus as about 2,000 soldiers remain in isolation. 300 soldiers complete isolation and return to units.

Rocket fired from Gaza misses mark

IDF says rocket fired from Gaza toward southern Israel explodes within Gazan territory.

Homes of Rina Shnerb's murderers demolished

IDF demolishes homes of two terrorists from squad that carried out attack near Dolev last August.

US-Israel military exercise halted over Coronavirus scare

JUNIPER COBRA Exercise cancelled following new Health Ministry guidelines on Coronavirus.

IDF General under quarantine over Coronavirus

Major General Aaron Haliva ordered to enter home isolation after returning from Italy, met with PM Netanyahu before being quarantined.

IDF announces start of 'Juniper Cobra' joint training exercise

Biennial joint military exercise between IDF and EUCOM starts today.

Watch: IDF soldiers vote in Israeli election

Soldiers have their say as country votes for the 23rd Knesset.

IDF: Attempted sniper attack in Golan Heights

IDF attacks vehicle involved in sniper attack. DM Bennett: 'Even on election day, our enemies are trying to hurt us.'

"You have one mission: win the next war"

Golani and 7th Battalion forces completed two weeks of training in the Golan Heights intended to improve their battlefield skills.

55,000 students will stay at home on Monday

IDF orders closures of areas and roads adjacent to Gaza border fence. 55,000 students will not go to school following rocket fire.

IDF soldiers open fire at Arab who tried to run them over

Suspected ramming attempt near Beit El: Palestinian Arab vehicle speeds toward soldiers, who open fire at the driver and injure him.

IDF admits to false figures in haredi recruitment

Committee investigating haredi recruitment data finds no increase in recruitment from 2014-2018.

Home Front Command: Cyber-terror the greatest threat since 1948

Commander of Home Front Command warns Israeli ability to respond militarily could be paralyzed by cyber-attacks which freeze entire cities.

IDF report:

Commander forcibly shaves soldier with knife

IDF releases report showing over 6,000 complaints by soldiers in 2019, majority of which were found to be justified.

IDF opens fire on Islamic Jihad snipers in Gaza

IDF forces hit an Islamic Jihad sniper squad which fired from the Khan Younis area in the Gaza Strip toward forces inside Israeli territory.

New IDF multi-year program has focus on Iran

IDF plan focuses on building multi-force capabilities, countering Iranian threat in new 'Tnuva' program.

Smotrich intervenes, IDF will honor Purim

Following Minister's intervention, this year all post-Purim recruitment postponed to give consideration to celebrants.

Body of Islamic operative involved in shooting found

IDF fighters locate body of suspect who carried out shooting attack near Talmon in West Binyamin.

IDF attacks Hamas military compound in Gaza

IDF attacks Hamas targets in central Gaza in retaliation for rocket fire on southern Israel.

The IDF's surprising warning

IDF warns: Terror attack happened because IDF lost intelligence information due to budget cuts.

IDF launches new 5-year program

'Tnufa' program' for 2020-2024 aims to enhance Israel's military edge, prepare for new threats.

Rocket from Gaza explodes in open area

Gaza terrorists fire rocket towards southern Israel, which lands in open area.

IDF attacks Hamas training complex

IDF fighter jets attack several Hamas terrorist targets in retaliation for rocket fire from Gaza.

Israel begins production of "Eitan" - the First Wheeled APC

The first EITANs will be operational at the end of 2021 & will be equipped with ‘Iron Fist’ advanced defense system and an unmanned turret.

Terrorist who hurled firebomb at soldier arrested

Terrorist who hurled firebomb at Border Police's Shahar Madioni, lighting his shoulder on fire, is arrested in Hevron.