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Knesset approves larger defense budget for soldier relocation

In a controversial move the Knesset approved an extra 2.5 billion NIS for the defense budget, to provide for negev relocation

IDF chief warns Hezbollah: 'We stand ready for any challenge'

'Enemies know if they try to undermine Israel's security - they face serious consequences,' Eizenkot stresses at IDF award ceremony.

New IDF program enlists haredim - and teaches them a trade

New 'Olive Saplings' initiative enlists hareidi soldiers to 'appropriate' positions that help the IDF - and teach them a useful trade.

IDF soldier wounded by misfired bullet

Soldier hit by ejected bullet in Gush Etzion and evacuated to hospital, IDF investigating the circumstances.

IDF preparing to demolish home of Jerusalem stabber

Engineers map home in Azaria village of terrorist who stabbed soldier in central Jerusalem.

IDF soldier dies after eating granola on base

Shalev Hazan suffered a severe allergic reaction after eating granola with nuts at the Military Police Corps base last week.

Officer wounded in Gaza to take command of elite Egoz Unit

Two years after suffering serious injures in Gaza war, Lt. Col. Roy Levy will take command of the elite Egoz Reconnaissance Unit.

Report: IDF notified reservists their unit closed via WhatsApp

Soldiers livid after they say their own commander was not informed of the move. IDF denies blunder.

Christian-Arab Israeli soldiers celebrate Christmas

Jerusalem celebrations highlight rise in Christian IDF recruits, with Father Naddaf hoping they can become viewed as patriotic Israelis.

In the footsteps of their father, US twins become IDF medics

They immigrated together from the US, buried their father, and never gave up on their dream to follow in his footsteps.

Israel's war widows and orphans

An inside look into the IDFWO, the organization in charge of the unsung heroes of the State of Israel.

IDF orders northern farmers to steer clear of border fence

In wake of Samir Kuntar elimination, IDF has received 'hot warnings' of attacks targeting Israeli farmers near border with Lebanon.

Joyride ends badly for four IDF soldiers

After stealing off-road military vehicle from a base and crashing into a tree, three soldiers suffer injuries; IDF investigating.

'Breaking the Silence has crossed the line into sabotage'

Yair Lapid and 600 IDF reservists join forces in fight against extremist anti-Israel NGO 'Breaking the Silence'.

IDF troops foil car attack in the Binyamin region

Arab terrorist tries to run over soldiers near Ofra but is shot dead. Large knife is discovered in the vehicle.

Qalandia: Terrorists arrested amid violent riots

Israeli security forces seized weapons and detained suspected terrorists in overnight raid in Palestinian town north of Jerusalem.

Explosive thrown at IDF forces patrolling Gaza border

None injured in attack on Golani Brigade soldiers at border; Israeli forces respond with mortar fire.

Three soldiers wounded during terror arrest operation

Three soldiers lightly wounded while arresting terrorists in Qalandia. It is believed they were wounded by friendly fire.

'Let me enlist!' French oleh sleeps outside base

Moving protest: 32-year-old new immigrant and 2-time triathalon 'Ironman' vows to sleep outside rain or shine until he is allowed in IDF.

Bennett bans 'Breaking the Silence' from Israeli schools

Education Minister bars extremist anti-IDF NGO from schools, days after Defense Ministry imposes similar ban on entering IDF premises.

Soldiers punished for heckling Arab reporter

Three soldiers who made faces and noises while an Arabic reporter spoke on camera get 14 days without leave.

IDF preparing to demolish homes of teen terrorists

Homes of two teen stabbers in the Hevron area secured ahead of demolition.

BDS lies when it calls our brave IDF soldiers “war criminals.”

IDF dropout rates soar; men twice as likely to drop out

One in six men and one in twelve women do not finish their mandatory service; 'emotional distress' a primary factor.

Ya'alon bans 'Breaking the Silence' from engaging with IDF

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon orders that members of leftist organization not be allowed to enter IDF camps.

IDF to call up 4 battalions to reinforce Judea-Samaria

Two reserve units, two regular IDF units to be deployed at the beginning of 2016, in first call-up since terror wave began.

Details emerge about Arab IDF soldier who joined ISIS

Soldier served in the IDF's elite Givati Brigade, was estranged from his family over joining the army.

Group: PTSD a big problem in the IDF

PTSD is a problem in the IDF, not just the US Army - and a group of veterans wants some help in dealing with it.

New weapon scopes for IDF soldiers

New Mepro-M5 red dot sight scopes to enter IDF units in the upcoming weeks

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Soldiers demand Rivlin not give 'BDS engine' his approval

Reserve duty commanders protest outside Presidential Residence, urge Rivlin not to attend radical leftist conference in NY.

Watch: Emotional Hanukkah candlelighting in 3 continents

Jewish teens from New York, Munich light candles with 150 IDF orphans over video feed.

Druze soldier jailed for leaking army secrets

Corporal jailed and demoted for giving civilian classified info about IDF activities on Israeli-Syrian border.

Dramatic video shows IDF mission to rescue wounded Syrian rebels

Rare video highlights controversial Israeli policy to treat rebels fighting Assad - many of whom are themselves sworn enemies of Israel.

Top Religious Zionist military yeshiva high school to close

Defense Ministry confirms Or Etzion yeshiva high school military dormitory will close due to budget cuts.

'Training medics in combat will save lives'

IDF reveals plans to train medics in basic combat procedures and deploy them to the front lines in future wars.

IDF to phase out APCs after deadly war incident

Deaths of 7 IDF soldiers during Protective Edge have spurred movement to replace APCs with wheel-based vehicles - possibly with US aid.

IDF preparing to demolish three terrorist homes

IDF forces arrest three Hamas terrorists in Jenin, map terror homes to be able to destroy them in deterrent.

Terrorists fire on IDF vehicle from Gaza

Engineering Corps vehicle damaged by small arms fire from Gazan-based terrorist in latest breach of tense ceasefire.

IDF soldiers' salaries to increase by 50 percent

Government approves substantial pay raise for IDF soldiers; 'No more appropriate time than on eve of Hanukkah,' says Netanyahu.

'Red warning lights'

Attorney exposes IDF and radical leftist group's close ties

Lawyer representing combat soldier reveals he found radical anti-IDF group consulted by police, allowed to tamper evidence.

IDF demolishes home of planner of Henkin murders

IDF troops demolish the home of Rajab Ahmed Mohammed Aliwa, head of the terrorist cell who murdered Rabbi Eitam and Naama Henkin.

IDF readiness exercises tackle ISIS, abductions, rockets

Surprise drill ran air, ground, and naval forces through a series of 'worst case scenarios.'

IDF lets HIV-positive recruits enlist for first time

Despite concerns about blood contact and infection, IDF scraps longstanding policy on HIV-positive recruits, but only in non-combat roles.

IDF holds surprise drill in the Gaza region

General staff drill to take place in southern region, with residents likely to feel heavy presence of vehicles and jets.

Coming home: Vast majority of 'lone soldiers' making aliyah

90% of IDF volunteers from the Diaspora move to Israel permanently after their service - and they're bringing their families with them.

Ex-IDF Chief Rabbi demands coalition crisis over IDF decision

Closing the Jewish Awareness department of the IDF is a red flag for Rabbi Ronsky.

IDF gets ready to destroy three terrorist homes

In late night mission, special forces map out homes of those behind recent serious attacks in preparation for demolition.

IDF officer who called to arm PA won't be punished

Official postulates Ya'alon's refusal to rebuke Maj. Gen. Roni Numa shows Central Command had backing on 'bizarre proposal.'

Repeat of Oslo?

IDF asks state to arm PA Security Forces

Influx of weapons in Oslo were used by PA in terror war against Israel, but military again asking to arm PA forces, give more work permits.

After deadly attacks, Gush Etzion taking no chances on security

Gush Etzion Regional Council tells Arutz Sheva how it's protecting residents from unrelenting Arab terrorism.

Terrorist dies in shootout with IDF

Arab terrorists conduct drive-by on IDF jeep outside Shiloh, return fire kills one and wounds two others.

Deterrence in action: IDF blows up terrorist's home

Watch as special forces detonate home of Danny Gonen's murderer in the dead of night.

IDF demolishes home of Danny Gonen's murderer

Home of terrorist who shot Danny Gonen dead last June demolished. Three Arabs killed shooting at soldiers.

In bid for better health, IDF may drop pastrami, hot dogs

In wake of WHO report on cancerous effects of processed meats, Israel's army may be rethinking its weekly menu.

Watch: Israeli agents pose as Arab family in daring operation

To arrest terrorist stabber holing out in Hevron hospital, IDF undercover unit disguises as Arab family, including pregnant woman.

IDF soldiers in hot water for protesting low wages

Army taking disciplinary action against soldiers for taking part in social media campaign against Knesset's vote to reject pay raises.

New storm around soldier who besmirched IDF on German show

Popular Facebook page demands soldier who spoke out against the IDF be dismissed from the army.

'I fought to be a combat soldier, now I'm fighting for life'

Orel Ozeri recounts horrific car-ramming attack that left her in a coma for two weeks and her dream to become IDF chief of staff.

Palestinian sites incite to murder IDF hero

Soldier commended for eliminating three Arab terrorists in two weeks targeted after IDF showed his face to the media.

Hollywood celebs raise $31 million for IDF soldiers

Actors and singers take part in massive FIDF event, showing 'amazing support of Hollywood elite and Jewish community' for Israeli soldiers.