IDF

IDF hero: Female combat soldiers will lose maternal warmth

Reserve Brigadier-General discusses IDF decision to integrate women into Armored Corps, says it will impact their ability to mother.

IDF nets 9 terrorists, weapons, and terror funds in raids

Security operations overnight across Judea and Samaria net 9 wanted terrorists, firearms and cash used to fund terrorism.

Senior IDF officer: women in Armored Corps means a weaker IDF

Former ground forces commander says those who push for women's integration want to weaken the IDF.

Haredim attack soldier in Beit Shemesh

Police arrest 3 suspects for attacking haredi soldier and officer.

Women increasingly join the fight in Israel's army

Increasing number of women choose combat units, say 'what a man can do, a woman can do.'

Gazan killed in clashes along border

Gazan rioters provoke soldiers near Gaza border, ignoring orders to back away and forcing troops to open fire.

Little terror victim meets her heroes

4 year old who was injured when terrorists threw a firebomb at her family's car, met with the soldiers who captured the terrorists.

Haredi city has highest percentage of recruits to combat units

The IDF's new recruitment statistics shot that the highest percentage of recruits to combat units came from the haredi city of Elad.

Is IDF eating Hamas-grown tomatoes?

Facebook picture reveals that IDF uses Gaza-grown tomatoes.Family members of Gazan farmer express overt support for Hamas.

IDF, National Security Council defend submarine acquisition

The IDF and National Security Council responded to Channel 10 allegations of conflicts of interest regarding the acquisition of submarines.

IDF uncovers weapons cache, nabs 6 wanted terrorists

Terrorists captured in overnight raids, assault rifle, pistol, and ammunition confiscated.

Israeli army medics named world’s best in disaster relief

World Health Organization recognizes Israel as top emergency aid force in the world.

New findings in missing soldier Guy Hever's case

IDF troops identify new findings that may have belonged to Guy Hever, who has been missing since 1997.

IDF: Don't shoot female terrorists, they're not as dangerous

A new clip from IDF training calls on soldiers to use other methods to disarm female terrorists rather than shooting them.

IDF divers course completed

A ceremony marking the completion of the 110th diver's course in the IDF took place at naval command's base in Haifa.

Israeli Arabs patriotically serving in IDF

More Arabs are serving in the IDF than ever before, and the IDF hopes that that number will continue to increase.

IDF closes two weapon factories, nabs wanted terrorists

The IDF closes two weapon manufacturing factories in Jenin and Yatta, nabs six wanted terrorists.

IDF cracks down on Arab gunfire at weddings

Following dangerous incidents of Arabs firing guns in celebration at weddings, IDF takes steps to curb phenomenon and closes wedding hall.

Murder or heroism? Ex-officer arrested for shooting

Ex-IDF officer arrested after relative claims he confessed to murder. Suspect says accuser is a convicted criminal and is unreliable.

IDF to resume search for missing soldier Guy Hever

IDF to restart search for missing soldier Guy Hever, last seen in 1997 at his base in the Golan.

Kosher status of Army kitchens increasingly threatened

'Tzav 1' reports that it is becoming increasingly harder for religious IDF soldiers to uphold the dictates of Jewish law while on base.

Former Military Censor attacks Cabinet Ministers

"When our soldiers cross the border there is no room for games", said Former Military Censor.

Abandoned weapons and classified documents found at army base

Workers demolishing the Tzrifin military base discovered a large amount of weapons and classified documents out in the open.

IDF to fund academic studies for discharged soldiers

IDF unveils plans to fund academic or vocational studies for discharged soldiers drafted after July 2013.

'Soldiers' actions prevented an even worse attack'

Head of IDF Central Command praises soldiers for quick response to yesterday's terrorist shooting.

IDF raids home of terrorist, nabs brother

Home of Palestinian Authority cop responsible for Monday's shooting attack raided by IDF forces.

Arabs raid IDF outpost

Arabs broke into an IDF outpost near Yitzhar, taking advantage of the easing of travel conditions during the olive harvest.

Watch: Terror attack thwarted in Gush Etzion

Two Arab children caught near Kibbutz Migdal Oz, admit planning a stabbing attack.

Defense Minister: Educating soldiers the loftiest Zionist ideal

Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman visits base for lone soldiers and immigrant soldiers, praises education of soldiers in Zionism.

IDF soldier injured in rock attack, one terrorist killed

One IDF soldier was injured after terrorists attack IDF patrol car with rocks. One terrorist killed.

4 soldiers using Waze accidentally enter Arab-controlled area

Four soldiers using Waze wandered into Area A under Palestinian Authority control, and were rescued without incident

5 arrested for shooting at soldiers

5 Arabs arrested for shooting at IDF soldiers on Yom Kippur Eve.

Report: IDF asks Russia to revise coordination in Syria

Russian media reports the IDF approached Russia to request new coordination procedures after Russia stationed S-300 missiles in Syria.

IDF confiscates thousands of shekels used for terror

The Major General of Central Command issued an order to close a residence that was used to store weapons for terror activity in Shechem.

IDF orphans celebrate their bar mitzva without dads

10 years later, 3 sons of soldiers who fell in Second Lebanon War celebrate their bar mitzvas in an emotional ceremony.

Police did their job, but soldier ran away from terror attack

The police tracked and subdued the terrorist who committed Sunday's murders, but an armed soldier fled the scene without trying to help.

Duvdevan special unit decorated by IDF Chief of Staff

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Gadi Eizenkot announced today that the special undercover unit will be cited for it's counter-terror activity

'Jews in danger every day'

A witness to terror shooting describes the fear the attack caused and wonders why the state can't provide security.

Daughter of downed IAF pilot is left without her father

Only last week Major Ohad Cohen Nov (34) and his wife celebrated Ohad’s promotion to deputy commander of the air base.

Israeli Air Force pilot killed in F-16 crash

Israeli Air Force pilot killed in F-16 jet fighter crash. Navigator ejected and escaped unhurt.

'IDF will respond fiercely and without hesitating'

Deputy Defense Minister Ben Dahan:'IDF will respond fiercely and unhesitatingly' to attacks by Israel's enemies.

IDF commandeers Zaytouna ship

The IDF commandeered the Zaytouna ship before it arrived in Gaza. There were no injuries.

Skylark-Israel's smallest UAV

Skylark: The drone that dominates the skies of Gaza

All-female IDF unit uses miniature drones to keep an eye on Hamas activity in Gaza.

Apples, honey, and fatigues

The three soldiers tell Arutz Sheva why they are proud not to be home for the holidays.

Obama urged to probe killing of Palestinian-American teen

15 organizations call on Obama to investigate the killing of a Palestinian-American teenager by Israeli soldiers.

Soldier's death was caused by colleague playing with grenade

The IDF has concluded investigation of grenade accident in July, stating that explosion was caused by soldier playing with grenade pin.

Security alert in Jerusalem area lifted

Police and security forces deployed along main Jerusalem roads and checkpoints are being set.

Army Rabbinate neglecting mezuzahs?

NGO claims that many army bases have invalid mezuzahs - or none at all.

IDF soldier seriously injured in training accident

IDF soldier seriously injured while training at a base in southern Israel. The incident is under investigation.

Soldier lightly injured in training accident

A soldier was lightly injured in a training accident at the Adam training center.

Accused officer to begin mediation with military prosecutor

In the wake of the indictment issued against Brigadier General Ofek Buchris, the sides have agreed to begin mediation procedures.

Watch: The complex reality of the IDF

Watch a movie directed by Tzvi Fishman showing the life-threatening reality with which IDF soldiers in Judea and Samaria have to deal.

IDF standing orders affecting religious soldiers to be updated

New standing orders, drafted over 5 years, will deal with mixed-gender service, expected to discriminate between officers and soldiers.

IDF knapsack with weapons found near Hevron

An army knapsack containing classified materials and weapons was found by Palestinian Arabs on Route 35 near Hevron.

Stones and firebombs at Joseph's tomb

Hundreds of worshippers visiting Joseph's tomb greeted by firebomb-throwing Arabs.

Mother of drowned soldier: I want the officers punished

Her son's commanding officers have been demoted and rebuked, but drowned soldier's mother insists they be court-martialed.

Officers demoted after soldier drowns

An investigation into the death of a soldier results in commanding officers being relieved of their posts.

IDF reinforces presence in Judea and Samaria

In light of recent attacks, army stations additional troops in Judea and Samaria.

Lone soldiers gather for well-deserved day of fun

5,500 lone soldiers gathered for fun day at Shefayim water park.

What will Israel's next war look like?

Could Israel be facing multi-front war with hundreds of thousands of rockets targeting Israeli cities? IDF presents war scenario to cabinet.