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Ya'alon Vows to Recover Body of Oron Shaul

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon visits the home of First Sgt. Oron Shaul, promises Israel will do everything it can to retrieve his body.

Watch: IDF Airstrike Eliminates Three Hamas Terrorists

Video footage reveals Operation Protective Edge strikes on Islamic Jihad headquarters, weapons caches and missile launch sites.

Brave IDF Soldier Asks Not to Be Decorated for Heroism

Lt. Eitan, 24 year-old who looked for Hadar Goldin in a Hamas terror tunnel, shies away from being honored, claims he's 'no hero.'

Video: What is Hamas Doing to Schools & Hospitals in Gaza?

IDF video shows how Hamas fires at Israel from schools, hospitals, mosques and cemeteries in Gaza.

IDF to Decorate Soldiers for Bravery, Courage as Operation Ends

Senior officers say a large-scale project launched to determine who will be decorated; Lt. Eitan, Shayetet 13 likely among them.

Captured Hamas Urban Warfare Manual Encourages Human Shields

Hamas 'urban warfare' manual urges terrorists to exploit IDF's desire to avoid civilian casualties, says destroying homes bolsters support.

After 28 Days, A 'Heavy Blow' for Hamas

IDF says nearly 1,000 terrorists killed, one third of rockets remain; army prepared to resume operation immediately if necessary.

Hamas Reveals Footage of Homemade Sniper Rifle

'Ghoul' rifle allegedly has two-kilometer range, terrorists say - and may have already been used against IDF soldiers.

Watch: IDF Transfers Truckloads of Goods into Gaza

IDF transfers 186 truckloads of goods into Gaza, as its Hamas rulers continue to fire rockets at Israel.

Former IDF Rabbi Speaks on Deaths of IDF Soldiers

Rabbi Avihai Ronski speaks to Arutz Sheva about the IDF and the mourning process, after difficult and emotional funeral for killed soldier.

Video: Manila Motorcade Drives to Support Israel

Vibrant motorcade includes tens of vehicles - all showing solidarity with Israel and its struggle against Hamas.

Watch: IDF Forces Expose Tunnel, Destroy Booby Trapped Building

Videos give an inside glimpse to the IDF's search-and-destroy process in Gaza.

Organization to Plant 9,000 Trees for Murdered Teens, Soldiers

Zo Artzeinu vows mass orchard project in memory of three Israeli teens, fallen IDF soldiers - to counter Hamas terrorism.

Five Soldiers Killed Near the Border with Gaza

Five soldiers killed by mortars and rockets fired at them near the border. 61 soldiers killed so far in Operation Protective Edge.

Watch: IDF Finds Terror Tunnel in Gaza Mosque

Hamas does not only use schools to store weapons and launch rockets, as the IDF discovered.

IDF Soldiers Were Killed in Booby-Trapped UN Building

Three IDF soldiers killed when explosives detonated within a booby-trapped UN building in Gaza. UNRWA yet to comment.

Watch: Battles Rage as Troops Locate Tunnels, Rocket Launchers

Combined IDF forces take the battle to Islamist terrorists in Gaza.

Meet the Unit Taking Care of Wounded Soldiers

The IDF's Yakar Unit accompanies soldiers through the entire recovery process, as revealed in special Arutz Sheva interview.

Hareidi MKs Condemn Attack on IDF Soldier in Beit Shemesh

Reservist returning home physically, verbally abused; MKs vow to treat incident 'like an act of terror.'

New York: 15,000 Rally in Support for Israel

Thousands gather in midtown Manhattan to show collective support for Israel, after pro-Palestinian protest was launched over the weekend.

10 KIA in 24 hours

Five Soldiers Killed During Attempted Terrorist Infiltration

Five soldiers were killed when Hamas terrorists breached the border from Gaza on Monday. A sixth soldier prevented abduction of a body.

Gantz to Residents of Gaza: Stay Away from Hamas

Chief of Staff asks residents of Gaza to stay away from areas in which Hamas operates, so they are not harmed by the IDF’s operations.

Names of Four Killed Soldiers Released

Four soldiers who were killed by a mortar shell near the Gaza border served in the 7th Armored Brigade of the IDF.

PA to Send Delegation for Ceasefire Talks

Delegation to include Islamic Jihad, Hamas terrorists; is a cease-fire imminent?

IDF Says it Was Not Responsible for UNRWA School Deaths

IDF confirms firing a mortar round into UNRWA school in Gaza, but says the school was empty at the time.

Two Wounded Soldiers Succumb to Their Injuries

Two soldiers who were wounded during Operation Protective Edge pass away in hospital.

Watch: IDF Sets Up Hospital for Gazans

As part of the IDF's commitment to minimizing civilian casualties, it has set up a field hospital capable of advanced medical treatment.

Israel Calls Out UNRWA for Claiming IDF Shelled School

UNRWA's claims that an evacuation of a Gaza school was prevented are untrue, says the IDF.

Parents of Lone Soldier Flown to Israel to See Their Injured Son

The parents of Moshe Hirt, who was wounded in Gaza, were brought to Israel thanks to El Al and the head of Moshe’s yeshiva.

Family of Fallen American IDF Soldier Thank Israelis for Support

Max Steinberg's family overwhelmed by outpouring of support from ordinary Israelis, stand by decision to bury him in Israel.

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Netanyahu: Gaza Operation to Continue 'At Full Strength'

Prime Minister says IDF has struck a 'significant blow' to Hamas; more than 30 'terror tunnels' located since ground op. began.

IDF Destroys 31 Terror Tunnels; 15 Terrorists Eliminated

Significant developments overnight as Operation Protective Edge enters its seventeenth day.

Watch: Funeral of American who Joined the IDF

30,000 people attended the funeral of lone soldier Sergeant Max Steinberg in Jerusalem.

Ya'alon: Much Progress Made, But More Work to Do

Defense Minister visits units on the front in Gaza on Wednesday, where he praises their success - and encourages them to stay strong.

Maps, IDF Uniforms Found in Gaza Terror Tunnels

Full 'terror kits' include not only weapons, but intelligence and disguises for attacks; IDF eliminates several terror cells.

30,000 Attend Funeral of American Lone Soldier

About 30,000 people attended funeral of Sergeant Max Steinberg hy”d, who was killed in Gaza. He only recently made aliyah from LA.

IDF Returns Fire After Terrorists Attack From Gaza Hospital

Army says IDF troops coming under fire 'for days' from Hamas and Islamic Jihad gunmen operating from Al Wafa hospital.

Transport Minister: Foreign Airlines 'Surrendering to Terrorism'

Yisrael Katz vows no Israelis will remain stranded abroad, says cancelled flights won't stop IDF from carrying out its mission.

Two IDF Officers Killed in Gaza will Be Buried Today

Funeral arrangements are announced for Lieutenant Natan Cohen hy"d, 23, of Modiin, and Dmitri Levitas hy"d, 26, from Jerusalem.

Report: Israeli Airstrike Targets Home of Hamas Arch-Terrorist

Foreign media outlets report that an Israeli airstrike in Gaza targeted the home of arch-terrorist Mohammed Deif.

Names of Six IDF Soldiers Killed in APC Sunday Released

List of IDF soldiers killed Sunday in a single armored personnel carrier revealed; one was a lone soldier from Los Angeles. One is missing.

Ongoing Fierce Fighting in Shejaiya Despite 100 IDF Strikes

Since the Gaza operation began, 3,200 terror targets have been eliminated, 180 terrorists killed and 59 tunnels destroyed.

Two More IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza

Two more IDF soldiers killed in Gaza. A total of 27 officers and soldiers killed in Operation Protective Edge so far.

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Seven More IDF Soldiers, Officers Killed

Death toll in Operation Protective Edge reaches 25 Monday. Thirty injured.

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Revealed: Hamas Wore IDF Uniforms in Latest Infiltration Attempt

Initial investigation shows IDF first mistook 'unit' in the distance as reinforcements - until they saw Kalashnikov assault rifles.

MK Regev: We Have No Other Choice

MK Miri Regev sends condolences to the families of the 13 killed soldiers, but stresses that Israel must stop Hamas’s rocket fire.

Names of 5 Killed Soldiers Released

The IDF has cleared for publication the names of five of the 13 officers and soldiers who were killed in an attack on an APC in Gaza.

IDF Creates Field Hospital for Injured Palestinians

IDF to create field hospital at Erez crossing for the sake of Gaza residents. Soldiers save terrorist’s life.

IDF Expands Gaza Ground Operation

Ground forces in large numbers join Operation Protective Edge, which is aimed at dismantling the terrorist infrastructure in Gaza.

Two More IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza

Cadet Bar Rahav, 21, of Ramat Yishai, and Sergeant Benaya Ruval, 20, of Holon, killed in Gaza Saturday night.

IDF Works to Destroy 34 Terror Tunnels

Five of the tunnels extend deep into Israel, according to IDF; more than 450 terror targets destroyed.

Watch: Hamas Places Civilians in the Line of Fire

IDF releases another video showing how Hamas deliberately puts civilian lives in danger.

IDF Hits 260 Terror Targets in Gaza

Since the ground operation in Gaza began, the IDF has attacked 260 terror targets, according to updated statistics.

Watch: Chief of Staff Briefs Generals on Ground Operation

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz holds a security assessment as the IDF launched a ground offensive in Gaza.

IDF Spokesman: We're Dealing Hamas a Powerful Blow

IDF spokesman calls on the residents of Gaza to stay away from areas in which Israeli troops are operating.

Watch: How the IDF Fights Terror in Gaza

New IDF video details how targeting techniques save civilian lives in Gaza.

New Hamas Hebrew Video Threatens IDF Soldiers

In its latest propaganda video, Hamas warns soldiers against a ground assault on Gaza.

Fighting Amalek Again

Watch: Former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Visits Front Line Troops

Rabbi Shlomo Amar blesses, prays with hundreds of soldiers; troops and officers alike thank rabbi for 'uplifting' visit.

Arab MK Stages 'Moment of Silence' for Gaza Dead in Knesset

MK Basel Ghattas's 'moment of silence' spoofs Memorial Day ceremony; many 'civilian' casualties in Gaza likely not civilians at all.