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'Serious mishap'

Are Terrorists Infiltrating the Jordanian Border?

IDF caught off guard as two people breach border in Negev and disappear into car - what is blocking new fence to stop terrorist incursions?

Israeli, UK, US Spies Cooperated to Monitor Iranian Leaders

Document leaked from NSA contractor Edward Snowden reveals trilateral arrangement between NSA, GCHQ, and IDF's 8200.

Report: Hezbollah Antitank Attack Was Preventable

Initial investigation reveals that Military Intelligence warned the Northern Command about retaliatory attack which killed 2 soldiers.

Major Haredi Organization Bans IDF Costumes on Purim

Badatz Eida Haredit claims it's parents' 'duty' to prevent encouraging 'draft decree' for mandatory IDF service, slams IDF 'melting pot.'

Expert: Haredi IDF Service Now an Unstoppable Force

More members of the haredi community are joining the army than ever, according to Yonatan Bransky of the Netzah Yehuda group.

Watch: Supporting Israel - in the Middle of Baghdad

How's that for hasbara? Anonymous activist posts video declaring his support for Israel and the IDF - in the middle of Iraq's capital city.

'False Arrest' of IDF Soldier from Samaria During Demolition

Honenu condemns violent arrest of soldier from Adei Ad during clashes at demolition in the town, says release proves it was pretext.

Eizenkot to Replace Gantz as IDF Chief of Staff

Long 'changing of the guard' ceremony to involve stops in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv - and Gantz's last visit on base in uniform.

Commander: November Hit-and-Run Was a Terror Attack

Officer at the scene insists that Nov. hit-and-run was a deliberate attack, based on evidence on-site. Why did IDF claim otherwise?

Operation Protective Edge a 'Success'

Outgoing IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz deflects criticism at gov't over summer war - and predicts another conflict in the north.

Benny Gantz Meets with Netanyahu Before Stepping Down

PM thanks IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz for 'excellent service' over four-year term; Gantz will step down Monday.

A hostile press?

Who Were the 'Journalists' Killed in the Gaza War?

Charges of 'war crimes' have abounded, but new research reveals 'journalists' the IDF supposedly killed were in fact terrorists.

Rivlin to Gantz: 'You Have Led the IDF to the Highest Peaks'

President Reuven Rivlin says farewell to IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz, praises staff for decision-making during Gaza war.

Special Feature

From Brooklyn to Israel's Front Line against Hamas Terror

What moves a 35-year-old father of two to drop everything and join the IDF reserves? 'I knew I had to go.'

IDF Completes the Destruction of a Captured Gaza Terror Tunnel

IDF wipes out all remaining routes of tunnel that was initially disabled in operation Protective Edge.

Arutz Sheva interview

'Miracles' Under Fire in Gaza

Adir Ovadia given citation for taking out three terrorists with his bulldozer while under fire; religious articles survived 'from heaven.'

Shas Founder Calls to Return Occupied Yeshiva 'Stolen' by IDF

Ze'ev shown Samaria yeshiva turned into base for nearly a year, urges 'return the stolen property,' compensate for lengthy 'exploitation.'

IDF to Charge Soldiers with Looting During Gaza Op

Military Advocate General to charge soldiers for four incidents of looting during Operation Protective Edge pending a hearing.

'Israeli Blood is Cheap' in UN Security Council

UN ignores deaths of IDF soldiers completely in condemnation of Hezbollah missile attack, sparking outrage from Israeli officials.

Netanyahu: Iran 'Trying to Open Front' from Golan Heights

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon meet with northern commanders - and say IDF will fight terrorism threats.

Mine Blast Along Syrian Border Injures IDF Officer

Land mine detonates during IDF work on border fence; officer in serious condition.

Haredi Extremists Step Up Incitement Campaign against IDF

Arab incitement against Jewish soldiers? No, its a flier put in mail boxes by haredim refusing to enlist dehumanizing haredi soldiers.

Rabbis Urge Soldiers to Refuse Orders to Occupy Yeshiva

Almost a year after IDF seized Od Yosef Chai Yeshiva in Yitzhar, Samaria, struggle against 'theft and desecration' steps up a notch.

No Shame: Grieving Family of Slain IDF Soldier Robbed

Dor Chaim Nini's family home broken into despite clear signs marking a family in mourning; father: they have no conscience.

Iranian Website Targets Top IDF Officials

Website thought to be close to Iranian security establishment targets officials blamed for IAF airstrike, adds identifying details.

Lieutenant Eitan Fund: This Award is for All of Us

Lieutenant awarded second highest IDF honor for service during Operation Protective Edge says the award belongs to entire unit.

Piron: Enlist Brawling Ponevezh Yeshiva Students as Riot Police

Former Education Minister Shai Piron took to twitter to advocate for IDF enlistment following yeshiva brawl and haredi protests.

'I Did What Was Expected of Me'; IDF to Honor for Gaza Bravery

53 awards for outstanding bravery to be handed out tonight at special ceremony; recipient recalls desperate 40-min battle.

Heroism: Soldier Entered Hamas Terror Tunnel Alone

Sgt. Ohad receives citation of honor for bravery during Gaza op, entering active tunnel with only a pistol to gather intel.

Video: From the Eyes of A Soldier - First Person View of the IDF

Spectavular viral video shows IDF soldiers in action in the air and sea, and on the ground.

Pictures: Haredi Troops Brush Up Their Skills in Major Exercise

With the sounds of war echoing from the north, the all-religious Netzah Yehuda battalion take part in its major biannual training drill.

Netanyahu: No Terrorist is Immune to Israeli Strikes

'We have proven that nobody is immune from our intention to foil attacks against us,' Netanyahu warns.

IDF Chief of Staff Gantz: Do Not Underestimate Our Enemies

Speaking at IDC Herzliya, IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz addresses threats to Israel and the need for peace negotiations to calm the region.

Arabs with Knives Try to Enter Israel from Gaza

IDF soldiers nab three Gazans with knives who tried to infiltrate into Israel.

IDF Knew Golan Attack Was Coming, Preparations Failed

Har Dov anti-tank missile strike was anticipated but checkpoint was moved to another exposed spot; barriers placed but after attack.

'Dor Always Gave Money to Soldiers Who Didn't Have'

Hundreds pay last respects to soldier killed by Hezbollah on northern border; 'with soldiers like this, no power in world will defeat us.'

Hezbollah attack

'Where You Should Have Buried Me, I Bury You'

Funeral of Major Yochai Kalengel, 25, killed in Hezbollah's attack on the IDF Wednesday, held at Moutn Herzl Cemetery in Jerusalem.

Canada Condemns Hezbollah Attack On 'Region's Only Democracy'

Canadian FM John Baird calls Hezbollah a 'brutal terror group bent on Israel's destruction'; supports Israel's right to self-defense.

IDF Resumes Search for Hezbollah Tunnels

After a temporary shut down, following Hezbollah's attack on an IDF convoy Wednesday, soldiers resume scanning the area for terror tunnels.

Ya'alon Warns: Israel Has 'Zero Tolerance' For Terror

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon warns: attacks from 'rogue states' will not be tolerated, especially after successful IAF strike.

Killed IDF Soldiers Named

Soldiers killed in today's Hezbollah attack identified as Maj. Yohai Kalangel and Sgt. Dor Nini.

'Hezbollah Started this Round, They Should Know Better'

MKs and party leaders urge strong IDF response to Hezbollah attack Wednesday night, say Israel must provide deterrence.

Liberman Calls For 'Disproportionate' Response Against Hezbollah

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman urges IDF to respond fiercely to Hezbollah attack, 'as if it were the US or China.'

Netanyahu Warns Hezbollah 'Look What Happened to Hamas'

Netanyahu holds emergency meeting over Hezbollah attack on Har Dov, as airports and sites close in north.

Ya'alon Calls Strike on Assad Targets a 'Clear Message'

Defense minister threatens 'heavy price' on Assad regime and terrorists, following IDF strike on Syria after Hezobllah Golan rocket attack.

B'Tselem Report Slams 'Unlawful' War in Gaza

Radical leftist group releases report, claiming Israeli policy was to strike civilians, downplaying Hamas's role in hiding behind residents.

IDF Attacks Syrian Artillery in Retaliation for Rocket Attacks

IDF attacks artillery targets belonging to the Syrian army, in retaliation for earlier rocket attacks on the Golan region.

IDF Source Reveals Golan Rockets Fired by Hezbollah

Senior source reports IDF response destroyed source of two rockets that hit Golan Heights, fire came from territory controlled by Assad.

Escalation?

Report: IDF Digging Trenches Along the Syrian Border

Northern Command digging trenches to prevent infiltration attempts as border tensions heat up.

Leftist IDF Refusers to Be Dishonorably Discharged

Unit 8200 soldiers who protested Operation Protective Edge in Gaza to be dismissed.

'Soldiers Go Home and Hug Their Moms, But I Can't'

Seven months after aliyah, Meir Ginsburg explains to Arutz Sheva how he fell in love with Israel and decided to be an infantry soldier.

Northern border tensions

IDF: Security Situation in the Galilee Calmed

Residents of Rehes Ramim told to stay indoors as IDF scan for infiltrators; IDF says threat has been neutralized.

Israel on alert

Amid Rising Tensions, IDF Closes Roads Along Lebanon Border

Tanks join Iron Dome batteries along Israel's northern border, following airstrike which killed senior Hezbollah, Iranian commanders.

Jewish Home Candidate Opposes Women's IDF Service

#17 candidate Sarah Eliash sparks some controversy after Army Radio reveals old interview stating that she accepts Rabbinate ruling.

Watch: Elderly Arab Woman Puts on Show for Leftist Journalists

In the latest incident of “Pallywood”, an elderly Arab woman filmed "crying" to the cameras as IDF troops evacuate a business in Hevron.

Report: IDF Deploys Iron Dome on Syrian Border

IDF mum on Iron Dome deployment along border, as Israel braces for possible retaliation from Hezbollah for airstrikes.

Northern Residents Forced to Find Investors to Do IDF's Job

Western Galilee residents say that the IDF has been ignoring reports of Hezbollah terror tunnels - and have decided to act.

Cannon barrage for Hezbollah

Watch: IDF Prepares for Hezbollah's 'Invasion'

The same day Nasrallah threatens to conquer the Galilee, IDF Artillery Corps drills on Golan to turn Lebanese terrorists into cannon fodder.

Female IDF Soldier Wounded by Arab Rock-throwers

Arab terrorists hurl rocks at Israelis and riot near site of the clash where PA minister Ziad Abu Ein died of a heart attack.

'It is Forbidden to Treat Soldiers like Criminal Suspects'

Rabbi Ariel slams talk of investigation of IDF for 'Hannibal Protocol'; blood of civilians who don't leave war zone 'on their own heads.'