IDF

IDF Spokesperson:

'IDF now controls 40% of Gaza City'

Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin provides update on Israel’s intensified operations against the Hamas terrorist organization in Gaza City.

In northern Israel:

IDF's Mountain Brigade marks one year of operations

IDF releases new footage of 810th ‘Mountain Brigade,’ operating in Syria and Lebanon, as the brigade marks one year since its establishment.

IDF:

This is how senior Hamas officials ate in the tunnels

The IDF has released images from Hamas tunnels in Rafah showing the group's commanders dining on lavish meals while the population went hungry.

IDF doubts capturing Gaza City will dislodge Hamas

An IDF representative in the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee said the significance of capturing the city is mainly symbolic and noted that about 800,000 people remained there, according to IDF estimates.

No sirens sounded

Missile fired from Yemen falls in open area

IDF identifies the launch of a missile from Yemen toward Israeli territory. The missile falls in an open area outside Israeli territory, no sirens sounded.

IDF:

Missile from Yemen was carrying a cluster munition

A field examination concluded that the Houthi terrorist regime used a cluster surface-to-surface missile.

Chief of Staff

'We're in a decisive period, IDF’s presence is felt strongly'

At the Technology and Logistics Directorate Change of Command Ceremony today, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated: 'The war will not end until the mission is complete: the return of all our hostages and the defeat of Hamas.'

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Hezbollah terrorists eliminated in moving vehicle and on balcony

The IAF struck and eliminated local Hezbollah representative Al-Munim Musa Sweidan and a terrorist in the ‘Lebanese Resistance Brigades’ terrorist organization.

Watch: Israeli Navy, Gaza Division, conduct joint exercise

Israeli Navy and Gaza Division conduct joint exercise, aiming to strengthen defense along the maritime border.

Eliminated

Terrorist who held Emily Damari, Romi Gonen, Naama Levy hostage

Senior terrorist Hazem Awni Naeem, who held multiple roles in Hamas, eliminated.

Netanyahu to soldiers

'You’ve paid a high price, We’re facing the decisive stage'

PM says in message to the soldiers of the IDF: 'I believe in you, I believe in you, and the whole nation is embracing you.'

Help heroes in need:

Why this Gaza veteran wakes up screaming

Shomrei Yisroel has launched an emergency campaign providing professional therapy for Israel's heroes.

Chief of Staff:

'We will not stop the war until we defeat this enemy'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir Nachshonim base, says: 'Nowhere does the IDF offer anything less than decisive victory.'

IDF Reservist:

'We are going out to put an end to evil'

Hagai, a Hesder Yeshiva student and reservist in the Carmeli Brigade, shares his thoughts moments before returning to Gaza.

How the IDF is preparing for the next phase of the war

Ahead of the large wave of reservists to be mobilized to take Gaza City, the IDF has begun extensive preparations to receive the soldiers being called up and support their families.

Targeted assassinations:

10.7 terrorist and ambush organizer eliminated

The IDF and ISA announced the elimination of dozens of terrorists in Gaza, including Ahmad Abu Deif, a Hamas deputy commander, and Taleb Abu Atiwi, a Nukhba team leader from the October 7 attack.

Palestinian Arab media report a rare arrest by the IDF

Local reports claim IDF forces raided the home of Hebron Mayor Tayseer Abu Sneineh and arrested him. The IDF has yet to confirm.

Full battle timeline

Soldiers prevented Camp Yiftah from being captured

An IDF inquiry into the October 7 battle at Camp Yiftah found that quick action by the 77th Battalion prevented Hamas from seizing the base, though nine soldiers were killed.

Haunting image:

Nine-month-old Lior crawls beside his father's fresh grave

Sergeant First Class (Res.) Ariel Lubliner, age 34, who fell in a friendly-fire incident, was laid to rest, escorted by hundreds, led by his wife and nine-month-old son.

IAF downs Houthi drone over Sinai

While Houthis claim several UAVs were launched at Israel after the funeral of their PM and ministers, the IDF identified one and intercepted it.

Central Command Chief:

'Hamas is the Amalek of our time'

The commander of Central Command spoke at the change-of-command ceremony for the Judea and Samaria Division and described changes on the ground in the war.

Soldier detained for filming spoiled food on base

An IDF soldier was given 13 days of confinement for breaching base security protocols after he posted a video showing spoiled food in the base dining hall.

Serious incident:

Bomb from IAF aircraft explodes near Israeli forces

Serious safety incident in northern Gaza as Air Force bomb deviates from target.

'Threat removed':

After 5 years: IDF approves reopening of main access to Nahal Oz

IDF reopens Route 25 to Nahal Oz, removing antitank walls following elimination of threat from nearby hills.

Leading Israeli musician:

Who are you to call my son a war criminal?

Musician Nancy Brandes commented on the artists who attacked IDF soldiers in Gaza, saying: 'My son is fighting there; there is no army that is more moral than the IDF.'

Netanyahu:

Seems Hamas has no one to annouce Abu Obaida's death

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed during the Cabinet meeting that the IDF struck Hamas Armed Wing Spokesman Abu Obaida.

New details:

Abu Obaida rented Gaza hideout days before strike

A Palestinian source told Sky News Arabia that Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida was killed in a newly rented Gaza City apartment, claimed his wife and children were inside during the Israeli strike.

'Israeli hero'

Eli Shtivi reveals: Idan was in a special IDF unit

Eli Shtivi revealed his son Idan, recently recovered from Gaza, was a special unit fighter who resisted terrorists before being shot and taken.

Palestinian Arab source confirms: Abu Obaida was eliminated

Al-Arabiya cited a Palestinian Arab source who confirmed the death of Hamas Armed Wing Spokesman Hudayfa Samir Abdallah al-Kahlout, aka Abu Obaida.

Body of hostage Idan Shtivi returned to Israel

The body of Idan Shtivi was retrieved by the IDF together with that of Ilan Weiss.

IDF Chief vows:

'We will not rest until all hostages are returned'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir comments on strikes in Yemen and Gaza, pledging relentless efforts to recover hostages and confront Iran-backed terror groups: “There is no containment.”

IDF eliminates top ISIS leader in Gaza strike

IDF confirms the elimination of ISIS Gaza chief Muhammad Abu Zubaida, who led terror operations across Gaza, Judea and Samaria, and Sinai.

Sanaa:

Houthis meet for joint viewing of leader's speech and attacked

IDF says that the Chief of Staff and the Defense Minister were present at the conference hall in Sanaa that was attacked.

Abducted body of 10.7 victim Ilan Weiss returned to Israel

The IDF and Shin Bet recovered the body of Ilan Weiss, who was murdered on October 7th, from Gaza.

'Dangerous combat zone'

IDF halts daily humanitarian tactical pauses in Gaza City

As part of its preparations to expand combat operations in the Gaza Strip's central camps and Gaza City, the IDF has decided to cancel the daily humanitarian tactical pauses.

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IDF takes out Hamas terrorist cell in northern Gaza

IDF forces struck and eliminated a terror cell hiding in a building 100 meters away from troops in northern Gaza, as well as a Hamas observation post.

Reports in Yemen:

Houthi-backed Prime Minister eliminated in IDF strike in Sanaa

Yemeni media report that Ahmed al-Rahawi, the Houthi-backed Prime Minister, was eliminated in an Israeli strike in Sanaa, along with several of his associates.

The unusual case which reached the Supreme Court

Palestinian Arab in process of converting to Judaism, married to a Jew, is arrested near Hebron; IDF claims tunnel found under his home.

IDF:

IDF locate Hamas tunnel with living quarters and weapons in Gaza

IDF's 7th Brigade, Engineering Corps and Yahalom unit, together with Air Force, dismantled infrastructure of tunnel, seized arms, and neutralized several terrorists threatening Israeli forces.

Report:

Israel confiscates Turkish surveillance equipment near Damascus

According to the Saudi channel Al-Hadath, IDF special forces raided a military base on the outskirts of Damascus and discovered surveillance devices that had been planted more than a decade ago.

Israel to open two more humanitarian aid centers in Gaza Strip

Israel will complete two new aid centers in southern Gaza, raising the total to five, as over 2.3 million weekly food packages are distributed while preventing Hamas diversion.

Reports in Syria:

Dramatic IDF operation in the Damascus area

A Syrian source claims IDF troops entered a base near Damascus before withdrawing. The IDF responds: "We do not comment on foreign reports."

IDF probe reveals:

Terrorists in the hospital were the target, not just the camera

IDF troops targeted Hamas terrorists who operated a camera in Nasser Hospital. Strike timed for daylight to ensure precision, but troops fired unauthorized tank shells instead of the approved drone.

IDF, WFP leaders discuss humanitarian efforts for Gaza Strip

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir met WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain to review aid efforts in Gaza, stressing Israel’s commitment to prevent famine and block Hamas from seizing aid.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

We cannot accept a situation where not everyone enlists

During a tour to Gaza, Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir praised reservists’ contributions and emphasized Israel’s multi-front efforts, calls on all sectors of society to share the burden for the nation’s security.

'Evacuation is inevitable'

IDF issues message to residents of Gaza City

IDF Arabic Spokesman Avichay Adraee said claims of no space for evacuees in southern Gaza are false, stressing new aid zones, water lines, and tent complexes are being prepared.

Israeli, US Air forces deepen strategic cooperation

Israeli Air Force hosts American counterparts, discussing operational cooperation, training, and regional challenges, formulating joint work plan for 2026.

IDF shortens tank training to keep up with troop shortage

Due to a shortage of personnel, Armored Corps reservists will man a frontline sector using older Merkava tanks. The conversion course has been cut to just five days despite officer complaints.

Ram Battalion Commander:

'Unprecedented freedom of action in Judea and Samaria'

The commander of the raid on a Hamas currency exchange told Arutz Sheva about his personal stake in the operation.

Sirens in Jerusalem

Missile from Yemen successfully intercepted

Sirens sounded in Jerusalem and the Dead Sea areas after the IDF identifies a missile that was launched from Yemen. Missile successfully intercepted.

Hamas denies terrorists among dead in IDF hospital strike

Hamas denies any terrorists were among those killed in an IDF raid on a Gaza hospital, claims all the dead were civilians.

Report:

Six Syrian soldiers killed in Israeli strikes near Damascus

Israeli drone strikes kill six Syrian soldiers near Damascus, according to Syrian state media. The alleged attack comes amid reports of a potential security agreement between Israel and Syria. Israel has not commented.

IDF:

Min. Katz, IDF Chief of Staff agree on IDF appointment procedure

During their meeting, the two concluded the IDF's appointment procedure, which will continue to include prior consultation out of a commitment to full cooperation and strengthening the military's capabilities.

6 terrorists eliminated

IDF probe: Hamas used Nasser Hospital camera to target troops

An initial IDF inquiry found Hamas used a camera at Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis to track soldiers. The strike dismantled the threat, killing six terrorists, as the probe continues.

IDF carries out rare raid in central Ramallah

IDF and Border Police forces raided a Ramallah currency exchange tied to Hamas funding, arresting five suspects and seizing hundreds of thousands of shekels in terror funds.

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IDF conducts underground operation in central Gaza

IDF troops uncovered and dismantled two Hamas tunnels in central Gaza, sealing one with concrete, eliminating dozens of terrorists, and expanding the security zone along the border.

Canada condemns IDF strike on hospital in Khan Yunis

Canada condemns an IDF strike on a hospital in Gaza, killing journalists. Israel’s military confirmed the strike, adding it regrets harm to uninvolved individuals and is investigating.

Israeli mobbed and carjacked in Shechem

An Israeli who drove into the Joseph's Tomb complex in Shechem was attacked by a mob when his car broke down.

IDF clarifies:

SGT Yishai Urbach killed by RPG, not building collapse

The IDF clarified that Sgt. Yishai Urbach was killed by RPG fire while aiding his wounded commander in Rafah, correcting earlier reports that he died in a building collapse.

Kiryat Shmona Mayor:

'We will not be silent about the abandonment of the Galilee'

Kiryat Shmona Mayor Avichai Stern warns that the IDF withdrawal from the five positions in Lebanon is a dangerous move that could reduce security in the north.