IDF

Min. of Ed. Attacked for Lenience with Leftist Teacher

MK Chetboun: 'Calling the IDF cruel is not a political position, but incitement against the IDF.' Min. Piron: 'No need for hysteria.'

Anat Kam Sues Haaretz for Revealing Her Identity

Kam's attorney, Ilan Bombach, speaks to Arutz Sheva about the suit; blames government for having unclear rules about reportage.

Palestinian Arab Driver Tries to Run Over IDF Soldiers

Suspect in attempted hit-and-run in Samaria flees the scene; second attempted attack on soldiers in 24 hours.

Terrorist Eliminated After Firing on IDF in Samaria

Arab terrorist shot at IDF post near Ateret, follows string of shooting attacks in Judea and Samaria.

School Official Explains Ultra-Leftist Teacher Fiasco

Superintendent Zvika Peled recounts what really happened in the case; Ministry of Education publishes official response.

MK Tibi Attacks 'Jewish Rulers' of Israel

Arab MK erupts during 'unity event', claiming 'discrimination' against Israeli Arabs and refusing to 'play nice' with the government.

IDF Kills Rioter Attempting to Break Through Gaza Border

One other Palestinian Arab rioter injured after security forces open fire in latest clashes.

15 Soldiers Injured in Patrol Boat Fire

15 soldiers injured in a fire that broke out in the water pump of a Dvora-class patrol boat.

Israel Among Ten Most Powerful Nations In World

Recent study of National Power Index ranks Israel tenth; research is composite index of factors including military and economic capability.

IDF Weighs Shortened Service for Non-Combat Soldiers

Special committee to examine the possibility of determining length of military service by importance of position.

IDF Trains Soldiers, Security Teams Again Terrorist Infiltration

Local community security forces train with IDF to protect themselves, in light of land swap negotiations during peace talks.

IDF Recruits Arrested For 'Inciting' Others to Refuse Orders

Police arrest 4 activists from Samaria suspected of 'inciting' other recruits to refuse orders to expel Jews from their homes.

Yaalon: Hareidi Brigade Successful Beyond Expectations

Defense Minister praises majority-hareidi brigade on its anniversary.

IDF Eliminates Gaza Terrorist

In joint IDF-Shin Bet operation, a Gaza terrorist who was involved in rocket attacks on Israel is eliminated.

Report: IDF Forced to Dismantle 'Spy Device' on Lebanese Border

Lebanese media outlet claims UNIFIL found the Israeli 'spy device' on the Israel-Lebanon border. The IDF remains mum.

'Mexican Standoff' Preventing Army Move to Negev

Without money, the IDF can't build new bases in the south, but the government isn't giving up the money without getting something back

Revealed: Terror Attacks Doubled in 2013

IDF: This is still nowhere near ‘Intifada’ levels of violence.

IDF Wounds Two Gazans Near Border Fence

IDF soldiers open fire after Arab protesters get too close to the border fence in Gaza and fail to comply with orders to turn back.

Officials: Gaza Ceasefire Is Dead

Defense officials reportedly view Pillar of Cloud ceasefire as moot, as barrage of rockets closes non-reinforced schools in Ashdod.

IDF Spokesman to Hamas: We Won't Hesitate to Up the Ante

"If they step up their terrorist attacks, we will not hesitate to step up our response," warns IDF Spokesman Moti Almoz.

Despite Attacks Esh Kodesh Keeps Rolling Sushi

Esh Kodesh residents open new sushi restaurant which delivers throughout Samaria, undaunted by Kusra near-lynching.

Video: IAF Strikes Blow Up Gaza Terror Sites

IAF footage shows the air strike retaliation Thursday following Gaza's missile barrage.

Plates Arrive at IDF Base Wrapped in Bible Pages

Central Command base soldiers shocked to discover plates wrapped in pages ripped from Bible; Defense Ministry launches investigation.

Supreme Court Pushes Govt. To Enlist Hareidim

Judges demand govt. speed up legislative proceedings in drafting new hareidi IDF enlistment law.

Yesh Atid No. 2 Opposed Lapid on Women in IDF

Min. Shai Piron has opined that Jewish law opposes female enlistment. Lapid threatened to fire Chief Rabbis for this position.

Far-Left Rabbis For Human Rights 'Fabricated Attack'

Rabbis for Human Rights caught lying about olive tree branches cut down in Samaria Arab village by Esh Kodesh residents.

IDF's Negev Complex to be Named After Sharon

The IDF’s training complex in the Negev, known as Ir HaBahadim, will be named after former PM.

Lapid: Fire the Chief Rabbis

Finance Minister promises to fire Israel's chief rabbis over ruling that Jewish law forbids religious girls from enlisting in the IDF.

Chief Rabbinate Says No To Religious Women in IDF

Rabbinate forbids religious female recruits, warning enlistment threatens Jewish nature of Israel. Hatnua MK Stern opposes.

Israeli Air Force Strikes Gaza in Response to Mortar Attack

IAF strikes terrorists preparing to launch rockets at Israeli towns.

IDF Lets Female Soldiers Be Kashrut Inspectors

New position opened up for female soldiers, following new Chief Rabbinate policy allowing women inspectors.

Attorney Slams Media 'Slander' of Abducted Jews

Itamar Ben-Gvir meets with Jews abducted and beaten by Arabs in Samaria; attacks IDF police complicity, media distortion of events.

Chabad 'Shluchim' to Join National Service Program

Chabad emissaries who serve in Chabad houses worldwide, will be enrolled in the state's National Service program.

'If We Withdraw from the Jordan Valley, Hamas Will Take Over'

IDF officials explain that a withdrawal from the Jordan Valley will lead to another Hamas-controlled terror state.

IDF Prevents Terror Attack in Gush Etzion

IDF soldiers arrest four terrorists with knives before they can enter the community of Migdal Oz in Gush Etzion.

IDF Commander: Arrests Prevented More Attacks

Commander of the Judea and Samaria Division says that Bat Yam terrorists were planning more bombings.

Gaza Terrorist Shot Dead Trying to Destroy Fence

Terrorists refuse orders to stop destroying security fence, one shot in leg by IDF dies of wounds Friday.

IDF Prepares for Tunnel Warfare

The IDF is planning underground combat training to prepare soldiers for new, complex style of tunnel warfare.

Figures Show Steady Decline in IDF Injuries and Deaths

IDF statistics show continuing trend of more safety, fewer killed in action.

Watch: IDF's Greatest Moments of 2013

Video showcases proud achievements of the IDF in its quest to defend the Jewish State.

Yaalon Warns Lebanon: Stop Rocket Fire From Your Borders

Defense Minister issues harsh warning to Lebanon to monitor terror activity on their borders.

IDF Deploys Iron Dome in Be'er Sheva

The IDF deploys an Iron Dome anti-missile system in Be’er Sheva in the wake of the recent escalation in terror attacks.

IDF Prepares for Gaza Escalation

IDF pauses after six counter-terror airstrikes. ‘We’re weighing our next steps,’ commander says.

IDF Worker Killed Near Gaza, PM Promises Response

Civilian worker fixing Gaza security fence shot by sniper, pronounced dead at Be'er Sheva's Soroka Hospital.

Statistics: Terror Attacks Increase As Talks Progress

Israel's Security Agency (Shin Bet) statistics for November show dramatic increase in attacks; numbers follow negotiation timeline.

Iran Boasts Successful Test of 200 KM Range Missile

During wargames Iranian Air Force jets test new long-range missiles for first time in simulated combat. Part of recent military unveilings.

Gaza Terror Attempt Foiled, Second In 2 Days

Terrorist wounded whilst placing explosive on security fence, incident comes one day after clashes leave one terrorist dead.

IDF Opens Fire in Response to Arab Violence in Gaza

One dead as soldiers open fire at Arab terrorists near the Gaza border in retaliation to violence, including the launching of a mortar.

Former MK Ben-Ari: Shalom Eisner is a Hero

"The IDF betrayed Shalom Eisner," says former MK in the wake of punishment handed down to officer who was filmed hitting an anarchist.

Hareidi Brigade Wins IDF Chief of Staff Prize

Nahal Hareidi makes history by winning the prestigious prize for the first time, enjoys sharp rise in enlistment despite Knesset debates.

Officer Who Hit Danish Activist Gets 2 Months Community Service

Col. Shalom Eisner also discharged from IDF for hitting Danish anarchist last year; Former IDF Chief Rabbi criticizes sentence.

IDF, PA Coordinate Christmas Merriment

IDF agrees to relax security so Christians living under PA can celebrate with family in Israel.

US, Germany Threaten IDF Not to Move Academies to Mt. Scopus

The US and Germany threatened to boycott IDF academies on Mt. Scopus - despite it being internationally recognized as Israeli.

One Terrorist Killed, Five Injured in Jenin Clashes

IDF forces return fire after coming under attack in Jenin. One terrorist eliminated.

Netanyahu Delays IDF Military Academy Plans for Mount Scopus

IDF military academy plans approved in 2012, passed through bureaucracy; Netanyahu delays program - probably for political reasons.

Border Killing

UNIFIL Commander: IDF Soldier's Killing an 'Isolated Incident'

Following meeting with Israeli, Lebanese army commanders, Major General Paolo Serra says blames shooting on lone gunman.

Tel Aviv Exhibit Aids IDF's Budding Artists

Association for the Wellbeing of Israel's Soldiers project offers gifted young Israeli artists a head-start after leaving the military.

Lebanese Soldier 'Hands Himself in' After Deadly Shooting

Lebanese soldier who shot dead IDF First Sergeant Shlomi Cohen spent the night 'hiding in a bush', and handed himself in this morning.

'Besieged' Gaza Gets Diesel Through Israel

Gaza, whose Hamas leaders claim is under an “Israeli siege”, receives PA-bought diesel through a border crossing with Israel.

Soldier Killed by Sniper Fire Near Lebanon

Lebanese soldier opens fire at IDF vehicle near Rosh Hanikra, on the northern border, killing Shlomi Cohen, 31, of Afula.