IDF

IDF Appoints First Female Navy Captain

Captain Or Cohen will be transferred to a warship as a deputy commander, and later Cohen will be given her own ship.

Ex-Chief IDF Rabbi: 'Religionization' Debate is 'Anti-Semitic'

Former IDF Chief Rabbi Ronski slams minority elitists for accusing religious of 'military revolution' at seeing religion becoming central.

Why is the Knesset Debating IDF Religiosity?

Perplexed MK Yogev reminds Knesset 'enemy is Hamas, not religious soldiers' as Jewish 'radicalization' in IDF placed on the docket.

Large-Scale Hamas Terror Cell Busted

Turkey, Qatar reportedly involved in supporting cell to carry out terror in Jerusalem; several attacks already prevented.

Setting the record straight

Gush Etzion Hit-And-Run was Hamas Terror Attack

After IDF flip-flop, media gag order lifted revealing driver who wounded three soldiers is a Hamas terrorist who planned the attack.

Terror or Accident? IDF Flip-Flops Over Gush Etzion Hit-And-Run

In dramatic about-turn likely to fuel speculation of a cover-up, military admits soldiers injured by Palestinian truck-driver were targeted.

Gaza: Hamas Fires Fourth 'Test' Rocket in Two Days

IDF says another rocket fired into the Red Sea Thursday morning, as Hamas seeks to 'increase rocket launching capabilities.'

IDF Didn't Demolish Terrorist's Home - Just His Room

IDF says it destroyed the home of the terrorist who murdered a baby and young woman - the evidence says otherwise.

IDF Snaps Into Action as Gunshots Heard on Gaza Border

Day after Jerusalem synagogue massacre, soldiers report hearing shots at Gaza border and use smoke bombs; none wounded.

IDF Demolishes Home of Baby Murderer

IDF troops demolish the eastern Jerusalem home of the terrorist who murdered three-month-old Chaya Zisel Braun and Karen Jemima Mosquera.

Ratified: Draft-Dodgers Ineligible for State Scholarships

'Draft Dodgers' Law' passes on Knesset plenum, will revoke eligibility for students who evaded IDF service for ideological reasons.

IDF Officer Loses Two Fingers in Fireworks Attack

Injury from fireworks lobbed by rioters highlights growing - and dangerous - phenomenon; IDF now allowed to open fire.

Gantz and Cohen Agree on Cooperation, End Tensions

Days after their feud goes public, IDF Chief of Staff and Shin Bet chief agree on mutual cooperation regarding Gaza.

Taking off the kid gloves?

IDF: Soldiers Attacked with Fireworks May Open Fire

Legal Advisor for Judea and Samaria gives OK to fire at the attacker in life-threatening situations.

IDF Central Command Head Says Unrest Will Get Worse

In meeting with Judea-Samaria community leaders, General Nitzan Alon warns things will get worse before they get better.

ISA: 'There Was No Warning of a War in July'

ISA explains: Intelligence reports suggested possible confrontation, but never full-scale war. No concealment of information on their part.

Tensions Boil Over in Gaza Op. Blame Game Between ISA, IDF

Benny Gantz writes to Netanyahu over ISA Chief Yoram Cohen's role in Protective Edge; PM urges officials to cooperate.

Hareidi IDF Recruitment on the Rise

13.5% of soldiers hareidi, up from 8.5% in 2004 - but hareidi cities still contributed the fewest soldiers to the Army in 2014.

Violence Continues as Arab Rioter Shot Dead Near Hevron

Israeli security forces boost presence in Judea and Samaria; Bedouin woman arrested in possession of M16 in Negev.

Residents Complain 'Arabs Threw Rocks, and the Soldiers Hid'

Givat Assaf residents fume after IDF soldiers allegedly stood by and watched an ambush, held back until the situation escalated.

Roadside Explosive Found North of Jerusalem

IDF locates bomb during drill between Psagot and Beit El in Samaria just north of the capital.

Watch: IDF Marks a Year since Typhoon Haiyan Mission

A year has passed since the typhoon in the Philippines that killed 7,000; the IDF sums up Operation Islands of Hope.

Amnesty International Report is 'Terrorist Propaganda'

Report claiming IDF 'war crimes' slammed by Israel for 'no evidence,' NGO Monitor notes group has 'radical ideological agenda.'

IDF Officer Denies Hezbollah Planning War on Israel

Threat or no threat? 'Very senior' IDF officier says 'Hezbollah is uninterested' in war against Israel - despite multiple worrying signs.

Bill: Expand Hesder Track Active Service to Two Years

Labor MK behind bill seeks to right 'historic distortion' of soldiers' rights, he claims, by scaling back state support for Torah study.

IDF Comes Under Fire Along Syrian Border

IDF routine patrol is targeted by gunfire from Syria, where rebels have taken control.

Most Senior IDF Armored Brigade Upgrades to Merkava Mark IV Tank

With an eye on Hamas and Hezbollah threat, first of 7th Armored Brigade's 3 battalions moves to most advanced tank in Israel's arsenal.

Watch: Police Seize Stolen IDF Weapons in Nighttime Op.

Border police arrest of suspects - including an IDF soldier - reveals high demand in Israeli criminal underworld for Israeli Tavor rifle.

Palestinian Teen Terrorist Was US Citizen

State Dept. urges 'calm' after revealing that 17 year-old shot dead after lobbing firebombs at Israeli civilians was an American citizen.

Drug Smugglers Responsible for Egyptian Border Attack

Six to nine armed criminals surrounded IDF patrols - who shot back and killed a number of their attackers.

IDF to Compensate Reservists for Protective Edge

Soldiers to receive up to 15,000 shekels for their time at the front; additional solutions being sought for the self-employed.

'Israel's 9/11'?

IDF Finally Admits: Hamas Planned Terror-Tunnel Massacre

Attack, potentially timed for Rosh Hashana, would have involved 200 heavily-armed terrorists and been on an unprecedented scale.

The IDF's New Mission: Teaching Immigrant Children Hebrew

Soldiers in uniform gear up for the next operation - in the classroom, where they are helping children integrate into Israel.

Hold That Phone! IDF Releases New Guidelines for Smartphones

Soldiers now expected to be respectful of their cell phone usage, both online and in public, in system designed to prevent security risks.

Israeli Society 'Isn't Ready for a Religious IDF Chief of Staff'

Rabbi Eli Sadan, pioneer of religious pre-military program, says religious-Zionists can lead the way - but through consensus.

MK Ilatov: We Have the Votes to Dump Zoabi

MK Robert Ilatov (Yisrael Beytenu) said that legislation to strip MK Hanin Zoabi of her Israeli citizenship would soon be introduced.

Annual Race Renamed in Memory of Fallen Soldier Hadar Goldin

Family members - including Hadar's wife-to-be - attended this year's 5th annual race in Moshav Benei Re'em.

IDF Commander Says Hamas Terror Tunnels Still Remain

IDF Gaza Division commander reveals IDF was caught off guard by number of attack tunnels into Israel; political echelon delayed action.

Soldier's Organs Save Six People

Lee Hasin, 19, died of a brain tumor. Unaware of his illness, his commanders had punished him for his loss of memory.

Gantz: Together, We Are Unstoppable

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz on Monday hosted representatives of all of the IDF's military wings and divisions.

Shameful: Hamas Retweets Hareidi Anti-IDF 'Pig' Cartoon

Posters portraying religious soldiers as pigs drawn up by Jewish anti-Zionists - and happily endorsed by their Islamist counterparts.

Hareidi Extremists Show IDF Soldiers as Pigs in Poster Campaign

Just days after Yom Kippur less than two months after Gaza war, hareidi extremists relaunch anti-IDF incitement.

German IDF Soldier Versus 9,300 'Israelis for Berlin'

Jew who immigrated to Israel to join combat brigade can't understand campaign asking for thousands of work visas to Germany.

Bereaved Mother Campaigns for Access to Son's Facebook Profile

Privacy or legacy? Battle being waged over fallen IDF soldier's Facebook details.

IDF Exposes Hezbollah's 'Killer Deal' for Lebanese Citizens

Spokesperson Unit loses no time in the media battle, responding to explosives on border with expose on Hezbollah's 'housing program.'

IDF Clashes with Lebanese Army on Border

IDF forces fire at infiltrator; Lebanon claims one soldier wounded in clashes.

IDF Ups Presence Near Sinai Border Amid Heightened Tensions

Southern Command deployed in response to heightened tensions between Egypt, Sinai terror groups. 'We don't take risks,' officer explains.

Soldier Critically Wounded in Gaza Operation Named Commander

Moving hospital bedside ceremony sees soldier unconscious for 11 weeks after taking sniper fire to head appointed leader of commando unit.

Parents of Soldiers: 'The IDF is Not to Blame' for Suicides

In light of report that 3 soldiers committed suicide after Gaza war, parents come out in support of the IDF and call not to besmirch it.

Israeli Socialist Movement Compares IDF to Nazis at Auschwitz

Outrage after youth movement educator's letter equating IDF soldiers with Nazis read during an Israeli high school trip to Auschwitz.

Ya'alon Criticizes Religious IDF Commander for Invoking God

Ya'alon says he would have told Givati officer to phrase his call-up message differently because IDF is 'army of all,' including non-Jews.

Report Shows Ethiopian Soldiers Still Struggling

One out of every four IDF soldiers of Ethiopian background drops out of their service before it is completed, an army report said.

Watch: When Security Forces Finally Tracked Down Teens' Killers

Testimony and footage from joint police-IDF operation to track down Hamas murderers.

Watch: Moving Reunion of Lone Soldiers and Parents after the War

After 50 grueling days battling Hamas terrorists, El Al reunites soldiers with parents in the first meeting in years for many.

IDF Officer Investigated for Smuggling Arabs Into Israel

Officer suspected of illegally issuing entry permits to Arabs from Judea and Samaria in stark breach of security.

New NBN Flight Brings Dozens to a New Life in Israel

Yet another Nefesh B'Nefesh flight arrived in Israel this week, bringing with it a new IDF soldier - from Lakewood, NJ

TV Host Let Off the Hook for Defaming IDF Soldier

TV hostess Ilana Dayan had accused IDF Captain R. of 'verifying a kill' in Gaza; court dismisses appeal for 300,000 NIS damages.

Huge Increase in Demand for IDF Holiday Prayer Services

To help satisfy the huge demand for holiday services, a group of Hesder graduates is sending volunteers to IDF bases.

Zero tolerance

IDF Vows Firm Action Against Leftist Insubordination Calls

Only a handful of leftist soldiers from intelligence unit calling for insubordination actually served in combat; IDF vows zero-tolerance.

Gaza Man Arrested Infiltrating into Israel

Man taken in for interrogation after attempting to infiltrate into Israel armed with a knife.