IDF

Senior commander reveals that he is deceased hostage's uncle

Tomorrow Sahar Baruch will be laid to rest in Be'eri. He was killed in captivity during a failed Sayeret Matkal rescue operation in December 2023.

Focusing on war in Gaza:

Top US military official visits Israel for strategic talks

US Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine meets IDF Chief LTG Eyal Zamir for a joint assessment of Gaza and broader regional threats, underscoring deepening US-Israel military ties.

Binyamin region:

Sirens sound in Mevo Horon over suspected infiltration

Sirens sounded in Mevo Horon after surveillance spots three suspicious figures. Residents ordered into protected spaces as IDF forces launch searches for suspected infiltrators.

Minister Katz clarifies:

Military Advocate General was dismissed, her rank will be revoked

Defense Minister Katz stresses again that he dismissed Military Advocate General Tomer-Yerushalmi over her role in the Sde Teiman leak, after she submitted a resignation letter.

Investigation reveals:

IDF failed to protect Ein Habesor, residents fought courageously

Operational report on Ein Habesor battle reveals IDF failed to protect the community, residents credited with repelling terrorists.

US officials:

'IDF may have committed hundreds of rights violations'

A classified US report allegedly finds “many hundreds” of potential IDF rights violations in Gaza. The findings will take years to review, say officials.

New details on rescue operation in which Sahar Baruch was killed

As Sahar Baruch’s body is returned to Israel under the terms of the agreement, new details surface about the failed rescue operation. A military probe has not determined whether he was killed by Hamas or IDF fire.

Soldier probed for distributing flags of the Holy Temple in Gaza

The IDF has launched an investigation after Temple-themed flags were seen on vehicles in Gaza. A reservist who distributed them will be questioned by his commanders.

Chief of Staff

'We carry pain, shame and the duty to make things right'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir delivered address at the graduation ceremony of the IDF Combat Officer Training Course, praising the new commanders, recalling the army’s failures on October 7, and vowing the military will press on until all obligations are fulfilled.

Islamic Jihad claims:

Intelligence extracted from downed IDF UAVs

Islamic Jihad commander claims UAVs shot down in Judea and Samaria provided intelligence used in attacks on IDF soldiers.

Edan Alexander returns to the IDF; promoted to Sergeant 1st class

American-Israeli Edan Alexander, who survived Hamas captivity in Gaza, was promoted today to Sergeant 1st class in a moving ceremony attended by the Head of the IDF Personnel Directorate.

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IDF eliminates imminent threat in Gaza

IDF says it struck a site containing weapons and aerial means intended to be used in an imminent terror attack.

MAG takes leave as police probe Sde Teiman video leak

Police have launched a criminal investigation into the Sde Teiman video leak, which reportedly involves the involvement of IDF legal officials. Military Advocate General takes leave pending inquiry.

Serious incident in Rafah:

Terrorists emerged from a terror tunnel and attacked an IDF force

During an operation in the Jenina neighborhood in Rafah, IDF forces encountered gunfire from terrorists who emerged from a tunnel and fired at them.

After Hamas ceasefire violation

IDF conducts artillery strikes in Rafah

IAF aircraft fly over city of Rafah after Hamas terrorists fire at IDF troops in the city.

Watch: Terrorists eliminated outside a cave near Jenin

Drone footage shows the moment of the elimination, showing the three terrorists falling next to the cave from which they emerged.

Revealed:

Terrorists infiltrated IDF zone in Gaza during hostage handover

On the day of the hostage handover, a Hamas squad entered IDF-controlled Gaza near Shuja'iyya. Troops arrested them near Nahal Oz and were led to a Hamas HQ hidden in a mosque.

‘A staged show’:

Hamas caught faking Hostage body discovery during ceasefire

IDF reservists report that Hamas operatives violated the ceasefire by staging the recovery of a murdered hostage’s body just moments before Red Cross representatives arrived.

Near Jenin

Three terrorists who planned an attack eliminated

Yamam counterterrorism officers eliminate terrorist cell that was planning an attack near the Jenin refugee camp. The Israel Air Force strikes the cave from which the terrorists had emerged.

Chief of Staff:

'It is the time to look the failures squarely in the face'

The Chief of the General Staff. Eyal Zamir, said to the IDF Commanders’ Forum: “We convene today after two years, arriving at a pivotal turning point in the combat. Out of the great failure of October 7th, we have achieved enormous, multi-front accomplishments.”

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99th Division sums up four months in Gaza

99th Division, under which seven regular and reserve brigades operated, has completed its mission in the northern Gaza Strip. The 252nd Division has taken up operational responsibility in the sector.

IDF Chief holds first operational forum amid Gaza developments

IDF Chief Staff Eyal Zamir convenes operational forum to assess changes in Gaza, ongoing ground operations, and strategic updates, holds a panel with released hostages and bereaved families.

Two years of war - through the lens of a camera

Two years after IDF ground forces entered Gaza following the October 7 massacre, IDF publishes new footage of the forces on the ground.

New footage

How Israel struck Iran’s ballistic missile sites

Marking one year since Operation 'Days of Repentance', the IDF has released new footage from the operation, which targeted and damaged Iran’s missile capabilities.

Chief of Staff launches investigation

Severe information security breach in IDF

About two weeks after the ceasefire, a serious security incident caused by human negligence has been uncovered, resulting in a breach of information security protocols. The Chief of Staff has ordered an in-depth investigation.

IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons storage facility in south Lebanon

The facility was used by the Hezbollah terrorist organization to advance and carry out attacks against the State of Israel.

IDF confirms:

The score has been settled

The IDF and Shin Bet confirmed the elimination of eight Hamas terrorists who infiltrated Israel on October 7, including those responsible for the abductions at the Supernova Music Festival.

IDF catches suspects smuggling weapons from Syria to Lebanon

IDF troops, in cooperation with Unit 504, apprehended several suspects who attempted to smuggle weapons from Syrian territory to Lebanon in the Hermon Summit area in Syria.

Palestinian incitement:

Mein Kampf found in Islamic Charity Association offices in Hebron

IDF troops operating to thwart terror financing and confiscate incitement materials found an Arabic copy of Adolf Hitler’s manifesto in the 'charity' organization's offices.

Haredi draft dodgers complain about detention conditions

A married yeshiva student from Modi'in Illit who was arrested about a month ago for desertion says there is a spiritual danger in the military prison for draft dodgers.

MK Succot Warns:

IDF to cut defense forces in Judea and Samaria

MK Succot wrote to Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir to protest what he claimed would be a 30% reduction in IDF forces in the region.

Two haredi draft dodgers arrested in Ramla

Two haredi brothers from Ramla who did not report for IDF service were arrested. A third draft dodger evaded arrest in Be'er Sheva after refusing to open the door for military police.

VP Vance ends visit with unusual conference with IDF officers

J.D. Vance will devote the final day of his visit to Israel to meetings with the defense minister and senior IDF officials to closely review the implementation of the ceasefire agreement.

IDF considering closing haredi company

IDF considering closure of haredi 'Tomer' company in Givati Brigade, amid low enlistment.

'Thanks to you, I returned'

Watch: Captivity survivor Maxim Herkin in uniform once again

Captain (Res.) Maxim Herkin addressed an IDF ceremony wearing an IDF uniform, just over a week after being released from Hamas captivity.

Chief of Staff to soldiers: 'Go back to training for war'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir attends training session of the 91st Division, warns soldiers to 'go back to training and improving readiness for war.'

Haredim fume:

Military Police arrest yeshiva students at home for draft evasion

Two haredi yeshiva students, studying at prominent yeshivas, are arrested overnight for failing to appear for enlistment.

Bob Vylan frontman claims:

'BBC staff called my anti-IDF chant fantastic'

Bob Vylan frontman says BBC staff praised his Glastonbury set calling for death to IDF soldiers. BBC apologized for the chant and called it “unacceptable” after.

Bodies of hostages Arie Zalmanowicz and Tamir Adar returned

Hamas returns the bodies of Arie (Zalman) Zalmanowicz and Tamir Adar. The terrorist organization still holds the bodies of 13 hostages.

Concern in Judea & Samaria over reduction in defense positions

Local officials are warning about the security implications of reducing the number of territorial defense positions in Judea and Samaria due to budgetary considerations.

Explosive detonates in IDF-controlled area in Gaza

IDF investigating whether the explosive was planted recently or whether it is an old device that remains from before the ceasefire came into effect.

Al Jazeera publishes list of thousands of IAF service members

An Al Jazeera news program published a 'leaked document' with the names, photos, and information of 30,000 IAF pilots and service members.

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IDF conducts operation in Lebanon

Troops from the 810th Brigade dismantled posts belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Har Dov area.

IDF mocks Gaza journalist who eulogized terrorist

Al Jazeera photographer Fadi al-Wahidi eulogized his uncle, Taj al-Din al-Wahidi, a senior Hamas official killed in Jabalia, and was mocked online by the IDF.

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IDF forces mark Yellow Line in Gaza

Concrete barriers are being placed approximately every 200 meters, with adjustments made based on terrain conditions between each marker.

Report reveals:

Bedouin battalion soldiers involved in smuggling goods into Gaza

Soldiers from the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion allegedly smuggled hundreds of thousands of shekels worth in cigarrettes into the Gaza Strip using military vehicles and aid trucks.

Watch: IDF marks 'yellow line' border in Gaza

IDF begins placing yellow cement blocks along new 'yellow line' border in Gaza, marking where Hamas control ends and Israeli control begins.

'You have left a gaping hole'

Major Yaniv Kula is laid to rest

Nahal combat soldier Major Yaniv Kula from Modi'in, who was killed by an anti-tank missile in Rafah, was laid to rest on Mount Herzl. His father: 'Your guitar and organ have been abandoned; only the memory of your music remains.'

Hamas violates ceasefire:

PM orders strong response to attack on troops in Rafah

Hamas terrorists opened anti-tank fire at IDF forces in Rafah, IDF responds by striking in the area to eliminate the threat and dismantle tunnel shafts and military structures used for terrorist activity.

IDF confirms:

Body of Thai farmhand Sontaya Ukkharsri returned to Israel

The second body returned on Saturday night was identified as that of Thai citizen Sontaya Ukkharsri, who was murdered in the fields of Be'eri on October 7th, 2023.

Armed PA police spotted near Israeli town

Palestinian security forces entered the region of the Israeli town of Adam this evening after a mistake in coordination with the IDF.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist in southern Lebanon strike

IDF eliminates a Hezbollah terrorist in Kherbet Selem and dismantles a hostile structure in Yaroun, citing violations of Israel-Lebanon understandings.

After 2 years in captivity:

Hamas captivity survivor requests to return to IDF service

Former hostage Matan Angrest, who was released from Hamas captivity earlier this week, asks IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir to allow him to return to operational activity.

Israel to physically mark 'yellow line' in Gaza

Defense Minister Israel Katz says IDF will mark boundaries between Israeli- and Hamas-controlled areas of Gaza. 'Forces will fire on anyone crossing the boundary.'

IDF carries out series of strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

IDF struck infrastructure belonging to Hezbollah and its affiliate Green Without Borders, used for the terror organization's rehabilitation attempts.

IDF confirms:

Houthi Chief of Staff eliminated in Israeli strike

The Houthis have confirmed that their Military Chief of Staff, Muhammad Abd Al-Karim al-Ghamari, who was wounded in an Israeli airstrike, succumbed to his wounds.

Chief of Staff to 10/7 heroes

'You are the generation of victory'

The IDF Chief of Staff, Eyal Zamir, spoke with soldiers and commanders who fought in the battles on October 7 and told them, "From the brokenness and loss, your stories of heroism emerged, inspiring stories that prove there is hope. You are the generation of victory."

Next to wads of cash:

New footage of post-elimination Yahya Sinwar

One year later, IDF released footage showing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar after his elimination in Rafah by Bislah Brigade troops.

'Sorry my firstborn son'

IDF soldier Tamir Nimrodi laid to rest

Family members delivered emotional eulogies at the Kfar Saba Cemetery as IDF soldier Tamir Nimrodi was laid to rest following the return of his body from Gaza.

IDF prepares for decisive action against Hamas if war resumes

Defense Minister Israel Katz instructs the IDF to draft a comprehensive plan to defeat Hamas in Gaza should hostilities resume.