IDF

Lt. Col. Avishai Harer identified as officer found deceased

Lt. Col. Avishai Harer from Kochav HaShahar is the officer who was found in his home on Saturday without signs of life.

Kiryat Arba

Following residents’ complaints, IDF responds to gunfire

Following an inquiry by Arutz Sheva, the IDF responded to reports of sustained gunfire from the direction of Jabal Johar toward Kiryat Arba.

IDF cancels training for dozens of combat units

Despite the government’s approval of the defense budget, the Ground Forces have decided to freeze training for approximately 25 units, out of concern over potential future cuts.

Duvdevan soldier moderately wounded in Shechem

During IDF activity in Shechem, an IDF soldier was moderately injured as a result of shots that were fired toward the soldiers

IDF officer found lifeless

Lieutenant Colonel found lifeless in central Israel, investigation opened.

After failed projectile launch

IDF eliminates senior Hamas terrorists

IDF identifies senior Hamas terrorists eliminated in strikes in Gaza in the past 24 hours after a failed projectile launch toward Israel. In addition, terror infrastructure was destroyed.

Footage from Mount Hermon: 'Alpinists' complete unique exercises

In a series of unique training exercises under complex terrain conditions, troops from the Alpinist Unit complete operational preparations at the summit of Mount Hermon. Watch.

Egyptian ship infiltrates Israeli waters, IDF responds

An Egyptian vessel briefly entered Israeli waters and failed to heed calls to stop, prompting IDF deterrent measures before it changed course and returned to Egypt.

Near Shavei Shomron

Arabs injured in attack, 3 Jews arrested

About 20 masked Jews entered the village of Beit Lid in Samaria), threw Molotov cocktails at vehicles and set several of them on fire.

Thousands of Arad rifles purchased for civilian responders

Advanced Arad assault rifles and Meprolight M5 sights were distributed to members of civilian emergency response squads nationwide.

IDF initiative to tap olims' hidden potential

The IDF, together with the Ministry of Aliyah and Absorption and the Jewish Agency, launched a new initiative enabling olim aged 26 and older to integrate into meaningful military service roles.

IDF strikes Hezbollah and Hamas terror infrastructure in Lebanon

IDF carries out precision strikes on Hezbollah and Hamas sites in Lebanon, targeting weapons facilities and terror infrastructure embedded in civilian areas.

Operational accident

Golani Brigade soldier seriously injured in southern Gaza

Soldier from the 13th Battalion seriously injured in an operational accident in southern Gaza, evacuated to hospital for treatment.

Reserve soldier dies suddenly from stroke

Ran Hirschorn, a platoon sergeant and father of two, passed away after collapsing due to a sudden stroke.

Northern Israel:

Officers' training cadet wounded in training accident

A cadet from the Officers' Training School Gefen Battalion was severely injured as a result of a training accident at an IDF base in northern Israel.

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Hamas supporters snagged in the dead of night

Helmet-cam footage shows Yasam officers arresting two Palestinian Arabs who allegedly uploaded posts encouraging attacks on Israelis.

Counterterrorism to saving lives:

A mission that defines the Shahar Battalion

Maj. M., deputy commander of the Shahar Battalion, describes shifting seamlessly between counterterrorism operations and urgent rescue missions under missile fire, driven by a deep sense of national and moral mission.

IDF:

House of terrorist who murdered Mordechai and Aviv demolished

IDF, Shin Bet, Border Police, and Prison Service forces demolish the house of the terrorist who murdered Mordechai Shimshon and Aviv Maor.

Breakthrough:

Yeshiva students to be trained as welfare officers

The first group of yeshiva students today enrolled in a course for IDF welfare officers being held with strict gender separation and other changes to make it suitable for a haredi lifestyle.

Record enlistment to haredi IDF tracks

The IDF informed the Knesset that a record number of haredi soldiers have enlisted, with hundreds already serving in combat and support roles, as debate continues over the Defense Service Bill.

Not terror-related

13-year-old boy injured in hit-and-run in Binyamin region

After footage from cameras was reviewed and an initial investigation by intelligence officials was conducted, it appears that the boy was injured as a result of a hit-and-run accident, not a nationalist-motivated incident.

2 KM of tunnel routes destroyed in the northern Gaza Strip

The Northern Gaza Brigade, in cooperation with the Yahalom Unit, dismantled a Hamas underground tunnel route, approximately two kilometers in length, in the area of Beit Lahia.

After October 7: Massive military exercise in southern Israel

IDF's Division 80 holds exercise simulating infiltration into communities and military bases, evacuation of injured, aerial aid, and managing command of events, implementing lessons learned from the October 7 massacre.

Brig. Gen. Amit Saar laid to rest

Brig. Gen. Amit Saar, who died at 47, was laid to rest in a military ceremony. The head of military intelligence eulogized him as 'A commander for whom sincerity and truth were a core principal.'

IDF strikes Hezbollah training compound

The IDF struck Hezbollah terror infrastructure sites in several areas in southern Lebanon.

In one week:

IDF confiscates a million shekels from terrorist organizations

IDF, Shin Bet carry out widespread counterterror operations across Judea and Samaria, arresting 100 wanted terrorists and confiscating dozens of terror drones.

Arms smuggling route to Bedouin communities exposed

In a wide-ranging affair that came to be known as the Southern Route, a network of arms dealers was exposed that supplied weapons to the southern communities of Rahat and Segev Shalom.

'We Thought It Was A Drill':

IDF drone operator recounts October 7th massacre

An IDF UAV operator returned from a trip to Asia - directly to the shift on the morning of October 7th, 2023.

Terror death toll falls in Judea and Samaria amid IDF crackdown

Terror attack fatalities in Judea and Samaria dropped to 20 in 2025, down from previous years, amid intensified IDF operations and enforcement.

10/7 in Judea and Samaria

Defense Minister's warning: Prepare for an attack

Defense Minister Israel Katz said sustained IDF operations cut terror by over 80%, ordering preparations for possible October 7-style attacks in Judea and Samaria.

Chief of Staff: In 2026, we'll implement lessons from the war

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks at Ground Forces' conference, promises coming year will see improved readiness, integrating lessons from October 7th massacre, and supporting both reserve and career service members.

IDF summarizes 2025

From elimination of Mohammed Sinwar to senior Iranian officials

IDF summarizes 2025: Around 21,000 strikes and the elimination of senior leaders from Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Iranian regime.

IDF punishes soldiers for serious misconduct in Binyamin village

The IDF confirmed that Paratroopers entered Deir Dibwan without authorization and vandalized Palestinian vehicles, calling the incident severe and sentencing involved soldiers and commanders to prison.

IDF omits important detail

Smuggling drone only caught after third trip

A police official told the Knesset that a drone smuggling weapons from Egypt crossed the border twice before being intercepted, a detail omitted from the IDF’s official report on the incident.

Rise in suicide rates:

IDF reports 151 soldier deaths in 2025

The Israel Defense Forces released its 2025 casualty report, and expands mental health programs and resilience initiatives to support soldiers during and after service.

'We will not donate':

Donors from US will donate to Torah institutions that support IDF

Jewish donors from US will only support Torah institutions that support IDF: 'because of our commitment to Torah.'

Heavy rains expose Hamas terror tunnel near Gaza border

Heavy rains caused a ground collapse in northern Gaza, leading Golani Brigade troops to uncover a Hamas terror tunnel about 800 meters from the Israeli border that had previously gone undetected.

IDF Chief to senior commanders:

'The IDF must learn its lessons from the war'

Senior commanders reviewed October 7 war inquiries, multi-year planning and readiness measures as the IDF moves to implement lessons learned.

IDF cuts spokesman subscription to Haaretz

The IDF Spokesperson's subscription to Haaretz was halted in line with a government decision from November 2024 calling on government bodies to sever ties with the newspaper.

New base in Samaria town emptied during Disengagement

Twenty years after the Disengagement Plan, the Menashe Brigade headquarters is leaving Ein Shemer and returning to central Samaria.

IDF Admits:

Draft law does not meet IDF needs

The head of the IDF's Manpower Planning and Management Division warned at a Knesset hearing that the proposed haredi draft law does not fulfill the army's needs for the next two years.

IDF signs trilateral cooperation plan with Greece and Cyprus

IDF signs trilateral military cooperation plan with Greece and Cyprus, including joint exercises, training, and strategic dialogue, with the goal of enhancing stability and security in the Eastern Mediterranean.

55th Brigade completes 100 days of reserve duty in Southern Syria

The troops of the 55th Brigade have completed over 100 days of operational activity in the area and have successfully concluded their mission.

IDF seals home of terrorist who murdered 2 in north

In the village of Qabatiya, IDF forces completed sealing off the home of the terrorist who carried out the ramming and stabbing attack in the north over the weekend.

Draft pilot test almost launched

IDF considered recruiting thousands of children of foreign workers living in Israel. A small pilot, with Population Authority and Tel Aviv Municipality, did not materialize, due to legal, political and other considerations.

Recruitment fair in Jerusalem scheduled on a fast day

Jerusalem IDF recruits are angered that an important day was scheduled on the Tenth of Tevet fast, alleging insensitivity toward the religious and haredi public.

Security forces seal Beit She'an terrorist's house

Dozens of suspects from the terrorist's city were arrested for questioning, and his house was sealed as a prelude to demolition.

Weapon stolen from soldier who fell asleep on a bus

Police arrest suspect in his 40s, recover weapon stolen from IDF soldier.

Following double terror attack: IDF prepares to enter Qabatiya

Beit She'an terrorist identified as 37-year-old Ahmad al-Roub, a 37-year-old Qabatiya resident, Defense Minister orders Qabatiya terror infrastructure decimated.

'Authorized to attack':

IDF releases communications from helicopter interception

IDF releases radio transmissions after attack helicopter intercepts two drones that attempted to infiltrate Israeli territory. 'It exploded! We have a kill.'

Watch: Unique military exercise in Judea and Samaria

IDF completes first-of-its-kind military exercise in Judea and Samaria, integrating aircraft and ground forces.

Drama near Hebron:

Border Police soldier enters PA territory

A civilian reports seeing a woman in uniform entering an Arab vehicle near the Elias Junction, prompting an intensive search operation by Border Police and IDF forces.

2nd time in under 2 weeks

Soldier killed by gunfire at base in north

An IDF soldier was killed in shooting at a base in the north - less than two weeks after a previous incident in which another IDF soldier was killed in shooting at a base in the north.

IDF bids farewell to the name 'Swords of Iron'

In accordance with the government’s decision, the Chief of Staff instructed the IDF to stop using the name "Swords of Iron" and to switch to "War of Redemption."

IDF probes shooting and ramming incident involving reservist

IDF claims serious incident near Dayr Jarir a severe violation of authority and terminates reservist's service.

Face of terror in Gaza

Mortar shells found hidden in children's blankets

The Northern Gaza Brigade destroyed terrorist infrastructure in the northern Gaza Strip, eliminated terrorists and located hidden weapons.

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First time combat helicopter intercepts drones

The IDF reports that for the first time, drones were intercepted by an IAF combat helicopter.

Lessons From Iran War:

Home Front Command to change shelter standard

The changes will include clear markings for doors, reinforcement of interior walls, and making shelter doors resistant to small-arms fire.

Samaria:

Undercover Israeli forces arrest terrorists planning an attack

The elite undercover Duvdevan unit raided several PA towns overnight, arresting a terror cell actively preparing to attack Israeli targets.

Netanyahu warns Iran:

'We do not seek confrontations, but we remain vigilant'

Thirty-five new aircrew members received their wings at Hatzerim Airbase as Israel’s leaders praised the Air Force’s central role in defending the nation during ongoing regional challenges.