IDF

Brig. General suspected of illegal weapons possession

Senior officer has rifle, pistol, ammunition, and washing machine in container he took from base to base.

IDF revamps promotion timetable

IDF will promote soldiers to First Sergeant earlier as a result of the shorter period of mandatory service

IDF to distribute improved infantry boots to all soldiers

IDF to give all of its soldiers coveted boots that were previously only granted to combat infantry and special forces units.

Syrian rockets fall in Golan Heights

Four rockets fall in Golan Heights, IDF responds by targeting Syrian military.

IDF soldier injured in rock attack near Bethlehem

Soldier attacked during operation to confiscate vehicles and money intended for the families of terrorists.

Bandage discovered in croissant at IDF dining hall

IDF kitchen closed after soldier bites into croissant - and finds a bandage inside.

'The Knesset does not have authority to investigate NGOs'

Knesset legal adviser says MKs do not have authority to establish commission of inquiry into foreign funding of NGOs working against IDF.

IDF operation closes 8 illegal, inciting, Arab media outlets

IDF and Shabak arrest 18 wanted terrorists, close illegal media outlets which support and incite to terror attacks.

Soldier killed in training accident granted officers rank

IDF Chief of Staff posthumously promotes Avinoam Cohen, who was killed when an IDF vehicle overturned during a training accident last month.

IDF rabbis will no longer read Book of Joshua at swearing-in

IDF decides that army rabbis will no longer read from the Book of Joshua at swearing-in ceremonies.

IDF adding new jump wings

The IDF's legendary jump wings are getting a makeover.

Watch: Female soldier harassed by extremists at anti-draft rally

Female IDF soldier attacked by extremists at Monday's anti-draft rally in Jerusalem.

Haredim arrested for draft dodging at routine traffic stop

Police stopped two haredi men at a routine traffic stop and took them into custody after realizing they were listed as draft dodgers.

IDF officers arrested amid massive fraud investigation

12 suspects, including two IDF officers, arrested amid suspicions they defrauded army of millions of dollars.

Decibel wars: Drums vs mosque muezzin

Residents of Jewish town beat drums outside Arab village which blasts muezzin calls at unbearable levels.

Hummer overturns near Lebanon border

Four soldiers injured when military vehicle overturns in the north. Accident under investigation.

IDF works to preserve history

IDF forces stationed at holy sites and tombs of biblical figures protect worshipers and ancient sites during High Holidays.

'Once in 669, always in 669'

Elite special operations unit unites its past and current soldiers.

Haredi soldier accused of weapons trafficking

Soldier from Netzach Yehuda battalion allegedly stole grenades, bullets and riot control devices.

No indictment after female soldier dies in army prison

IDF soldier jailed for drug offenses died after collapsing in army jail. Despite former athlete's sudden death, no indictment expected.

IDF attacks Hamas post in Gaza

IDF tank attacks Hamas observation post in southern Gaza in retaliation for rocket attack.

'An all-female tank will not operate in Lebanon'

IDF Ground Forces Commander says mixed-gender combat units are for patrolling peaceful borders, not intended for war.

With a gun in one hand and a camera in the other

Meet the soldiers who document top-secret IDF activities. 'You can already see the results of the work on the ground.'

Poll: Rightists, secular Jews most attached to Israel

Survey says Israelis see right-wingers, secular Jews as identifying strongest with Israel. Arabs, haredi Jews seen as least attached.

Liberman, Eizenkot authorize selected Arab entry

Defense Minister, IDF Chief of Staff allow PA Arabs doing 'essential jobs' into Israel despite IDF closure for Sukkot holiday,

IDF arrests two Arabs along Gaza border

Two Palestinian Arabs taken for questioning after crossing the security fence in southern Gaza.

IDF catches Arabs carrying assault rifle near Otniel

IDF forces caught two Palestinian Arabs with an assault rifle hidden in a coat next to the village of Otniel.

Tonight: Closure on Judea and Samaria, Gaza

IDF shuts border crossings ahead of Sukkot holiday, will not allow entry of Palestinian Arab laborers.

Officer responsible for losing classified plans imprisoned

IDF imprisons officer for 28 days after a top-secret document detailing IDF war plans against Hamas 'stolen' from Southern Command.

Female soldier held in army prison dies

After collapsing while being held in army prison, female soldier dies.

'In the next confrontation, the enemy will pay a heavy price'

Defense Minister Liberman: The next confrontation, if it breaks out, will take on a completely different character.

General forbids Sunday Torah classes at IDF base

General Aharon Haliva puts an end to popular weekly Torah class held every Sunday at IDF training base.

Driver rams solider, policeman

Traffic authorities order speeding vehicle to stop, driver rams into them and escapes.

Meet the Skunk

Anticipating holidays consistently marked by disturbances, IDF forces train with strategic game-changing vehicle.

'When nature is cruel, it is time for humanitarian action'

PM Netanyahu welcomes IDF delegation home from Mexico, praises them for showing the world 'the true face of Israel.'

Is equality more important than operational ability?

Forum for IDF Fortitude reveals statistics on injuries women suffer during combat training.

Iran developing new precision missiles

Syrian missile factory believed to be bombed by Israel contained missiles capable of striking within meters of target.

IDF delegation leaves disaster stricken Mexico

71 man IDF team heads home after providing disaster relief in Mexico following devastating earthquakes.

'Avshalom Armoni was the soul of the Yeshiva'

Friends remember Lieutenant Avshalon Armoni as full of life, a dedicated Torah scholar, and an excellent commander.

Tragedy in the Golan:

IDF officer, soldier killed in training accident

Two killed, four injured in training accident in Golan Heights.

Three suspects arrested in Har Adar terror attack

IDF arrests 3 Arabs suspected of helping carry out deadly attack in which 3 Israelis were murdered, including brothers of the terrorist.

Soldier wounded in southern Israel

IDF soldier moderately wounded by bullet that was discharged during an exercise. The incident is being investigated.

6,300 lulavs and etrogs for IDF soldiers

Sorting of about 6,300 lulavs and etrogs to be used by soldiers during holiday season taking place this week..

'Security report has regrettably become a political tool'

PMs Office responds to war preparedness report published today: 'Citizens of Israel know Netanyahu leads an intelligent policy.'

Foreign Affairs & Security Committee: Gaps in war preparedness

Subcommittee for Defense Doctrine and Force Building publishes report on war preparedness; two members refuse to sign.

IDF grounds 'Sky Rider' drones

Reconnaisance drone fleet grounded following repeated crashes in Judea and Samaria.

Watch: IDF troops training with paintball guns

The IDF often uses paintball guns during training missions to simulate live fire.

Army Radio vs the IDF?

Army Radio 'exposes' IDF base protecting road leading to Jewish town from rock and firebomb attacks.

Soldier loses consciousness in military prison

Female IDF soldier evacuated to hospital after losing consciousness in Prison Four in Tzrifin.

Czech Army wants to buy Israeli APC

According to reports, the Czech army has requested purchase of Namer APC, considered one of the world's most advanced.

WATCH: IDF delegation in Mexico

IDF rescue delegation aids earthquake recovery in Mexico.

IDF sends aid delegation to Mexico

IDF delegation of approximately 70 people departs for Mexico to aid in the relief efforts following devastating earthquake.

IDF guides rename Temple Mount

IDF booklet claims Binding of Isaac occurred '4,000 years ago, behind the Western Wall.'

'We'll protect Israeli airspace on Rosh Hashanah'

Commander of the unit that intercepted UAV from Syria: My soldiers and I are prepared for the holiday.

'I'm ashamed, the soldiers don't deserve this'

Minister Miri Regev criticizes the selection of the movie "Foxtrot" to represent Israel at the Academy Awards.

Watch: Unmanned aircraft shot down over northern Israel

IDF destroys drone aircraft which penetrated Israeli airspace over Golan Heights.

We love you, IDF, but you are not well

The IDF is embarrassing itself in attempts to placate the radical feminists and their demand for women in combat roles. Analysis.

Watch: How does IDF commander tell his soldiers he is a father?

Reservists make up 71% of IDF forces.

'Lowering the bar put Israel's security at risk'

Reserve Colonel says IDF's insistence on equality is harming its fighting abilities.

Classified report: IDF isn't prepared to fight Syria

Likud MK refuses to sign report because it criticizes PM Netanyahu.