1,000 Visit Ruth's Tomb in Hevron
For holiday of Shavuot, a pilgrimage to Hevron in which the Scroll of Ruth is read.
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Hareidi Enlistment Continues to Rise
New programs created as hareidi youth continue to enlist in IDF. Hareidi soldiers get their own IDF rabbi.
Help IDF Chief Cantor Choose Song to Record
Lt. Col. Shai Abramson is recording a second album. And he wants you to help his select the final song.
IDF Artillery Challenges 'Similar to Those in Iraq'
Chief Artillery Officer: "The legitimacy of our firing on Gaza is accepted with much more understanding today."
Soldiers to Fire 'Mini Iron Dome' in Enemy Territory
IDF project will allow soldiers behind enemy lines to fire missiles that intercept enemy launches.
Military Expert: More IDF Multi-Front Operations Likely
An Israeli military expert says the likelihood is growing that Israel will need to launch more multi-front operations.
GSS Cracks Terror Cells in Hevron
Israel's GSS and IDF broke up three terror cells operating in Hevron who carried out bombings, were planning kidnappings, and road attacks
IDF Officer, Soldier Wounded by Terrorist Fire
Gaza terrorists ambushed an IDF unit working near the Gaza security fence, wounding two; both evacuated to hospital
Hard of Hearing? Still a Great Soldier!
Cpl. Itai Sviri says that being hard of hearing hasn't stopped him from doing anything he set his mind to - including serving his country.
IDF to Use 'Tens of Thousands of Munitions' in Next War
Deputy Chief of Staff says IDF plans devastating first strike at enemy's weapons, command centers and infrastructure.
IDF Tries to Sway China before Talks with Iran
IDF Chief of Staff is meeting with his Chinese counterpart this week on the eve of critical talks with Iranian officials in Iraq.
IDF Hosting NATO's Surgeon-Generals
For first time, IDF Medical Corps hosting senior medical officers from NATO member countries.
Bulldozers Roll in Oz Zion, Ramat Migron
The IDF Civil Administration demolished two structures in the nascent communities of Oz Zion and Ramat Migron; six arrested in clashes
Confusion Surrounds Gaza Live Fire Incident
Gaza residents claim IDF forces wounded seven in a live fire incident in northern Gaza; IDF 'unaware' of casualties
New Project: Robots to Patrol Borders Instead of Soldiers
New project currently being developed will have robots replacing IDF soldiers on patrols along Israel’s borders.
UTJ Bill Seeks to End Conscription
UTJ chairman Israel Eichler's last ditch effort to exempt yeshiva students from IDF is a law that would create a volunteer army.
Soldiers, Police Hurt in Nakba Day Violence
Army radio reports 4 security personnel were hurt in annual Nakba Day riots featuring stones, firebombs, burning tires and explosives
Carjackers Undeterred in Samaria
The carjacking wave targeting Jewish Israelis in Samaria continues unabated as local residents try to fill the gap left by the IDF, police
IDF: Mainstream Media Ignoring Terrorist Attacks
The IDF confirms mainstream media ignore significant terrorist attacks, nine of which were virtually unreported except by Arutz Sheva.
IDF Officer Shot in 'Friendly Fire Accident'
An IDF officer is said to be in moderate condition after a soldier at a nearby checkpoint mistook him for a terrorist during a drill
IDF Warns Smartphone Apps May Be Security Threat
Smartphone apps may pose a security threat to the country, the IDF warns in a letter to soldiers and commanders.
Terrorists Fire on Jewish Motorist in Samaria
A Jewish motorist passing the Arab village of Sinjil in Samaria was fired upon; he escaped harm; IDF searching for terrorists in force
IDF Raids Ramallah Office Suspected of Terror Ties
IDF forces descended on the offices of Stop the Wall in Ramallah overnight 'in order to prevent terror activity'
Explosives Found in Jordan Valley Village
Five hidden explosive charges were found. The devices were neutralized in a controlled manner.
Bereaved Family and Officer Share Special Connection
Shalom and Esther Hazan lost four of their family members. Arutz Sheva met them, as well as the IDF officer who 'adopted' them.
Another Day, Another Carjacking Attempt in Yesha
A young woman from Elon Moreh found herself in peril on the roads of Samaria on Sunday; security remains substandard in the region
IDF Campaign Aims at Preventing Soldier Abductions
Campaign's slogan, “Don’t catch a hike. The hike might catch you,” to appear on military bases, on trains, buses and main roads.
Soldier Enlists in IDF Twice
Sgt. Efraim Disen, a combat soldier in the Nahal Brigade, completed his service and returned to U.S., then decided to do it again.
Barak’s Bribe Charges Boomerang
Ehud Barak, fighting for political survival, now faces accusations from former Chief of Staff whom he accused of involvement with bribery.
IDF Preparing to Integrate More Hareidi Soldiers
As the controversy over the annulled Tal Law continues, the IDF prepares for a new law that will expand recruitment of hareidim.
IDF Foils Third Terror Attack in Three Days
IDF arrests PA Arab teen with explosives, three days after foiling two terror attacks on the same night.
Bereaved Father Serves Instead of His Daughter
Maayan Naim was killed in a terror attack while serving in the IDF. Her father, Chaim, chose to work in the same base in which she served.
Lt. Col. Shalom Eisner to Remain in IDF
IDF Ground Forces commander Sami Turgeman has appointed Lt. Col. Shalom Eisner deputy commander of the Tze'elim Training Base.
Two Terror Attacks Foiled in Samaria
Two terrorists arrested at the Tapuach junction in Samaria, third terrorist nabbed while trying to infiltrate Elon Moreh.
IDF Launches New Submarine, a Possible Second Strike Weapon
Israel's fourth Dolphin-class submarine -- able to dive longer and go faster -- was launched from a German shipyard on Thursday.
IDF Calls Up 6 Battalions to Guard Egyptian, Syrian Fronts
The IDF has issued call up orders for six battalions to guard the Egyptian and Syrian borders, with authorization for 16 more.
Missing IDF Soldier Found Dead
The body of missing IDF soldier Netta Brand was found early Thursday. Brand was found dead near Bet Shemesh, shot to death.
Surprise Copter Drill Simulates Attack near Tel Aviv
Helicopter pilots staged a surprise drill in a simulated attack on a base near Tel Aviv. "As far as we're concerned a war broke out today.”
Hareidi MK Calls for IDF Equality: Cancel the Draft
Knesset Member Rabbi Yisrael Eichler has called for “quality in the IDF” by canceling the obligation to serve in the forces.
IDF Conducts 'Lebanon Attack' Drill
IDF forces deployed at the construction site of the wall Israel is building on the Blue Line to test its response to a possible attack there
IDF Plans to Reduce Term of Enlistment
New non-combat soldiers soon may be looking forward to a discharge four months earlier if the IDF goes ahead with planned cuts.
IDF ‘Easy Riders’ in Case of Traffic Jams
The IDF is hauling back out the motorcycles for use in case of national disasters that might cause traffic jams and delay soldiers.
English Video of Yom Ha’atzmaut Ceremonies
Jews around the world can share for the first time ever Independence Day ceremonies and awards to IDF soldiers – with English subtitles.
Video: Lone Soldiers Wish a Happy Independence Day
IDF releases a video in which lone soldiers wish Israel a happy 64th Independence Day.
Youths Break into IDF Base, Protest Treatment of Yesha Residents
Ten teenagers broke into an IDF base near Beit El to protest the evacuation of outposts in Judea and Samaria. Nine were detained.
Sbarro Orphan Awarded for Excellence in Service
Chaya Schijveschuurder is awarded for excellence in IDF service. Her parents, siblings were murdered in Sbarro attack.
Volunteers Older than the State Come to Serve in the Army
For almost 30 years, Sar-El volunteers have come to Israel from all over the world to help in IDF bases. Arutz Sheva met some of them.
Ben Ari: Eisner Was 'Stabbed in the Back'
MK Michael Ben-Ari wrote Lt. Col. Shalom Eisner a letter of support saying the Eisner affair reveals the decay of IDF morals and values
Gantz Not Ready to End Eisner's Career
IDF chief of staff Benny Gantz sought to blunt sharp criticism of his handling of the Eisner Affair; says 'I'm not ready to decide his fate'
Video Honors the IDF 'Our Brothers, Our Home'
A tribute to the brave heroes of the IDF who have protected our freedom and land for 64 years.
Rabbi Yosef: IDF Crucial for Torah Study
Rabbi Ovadia Yosef said on Wednesday that without the IDF, the notion of a yeshiva as it is understood in Israel today could not exist.
Netanyahu: When Sirens Sound, We are One Family
When Memorial Day sirens sound, “We will all become one family,” Binyamin Netanyahu said as Israel remembers fallen soldiers.
Terrorists Nabbed With Explosives at Checkpoint
For the third time in the last month, IDF security forces arrested terrorists trying to smuggle pipe-bombs through a checkpoint
'She Had Waited Her Whole Life'
Lt. Hila Bezaleli, killed in the Mt. Herzl lighting collapse, had been preparing for the Mt. Herzl ceremony since childhood
IDF Soldiers Save Life of Arab Infant
An increasing number of Arabs living in the Binyamin region of Israel have been turning to a local IDF post for emergency medical care.
Hunger Striking Terrorists Headed to Supreme Court
Two terrorists are appealing to Israel's Supreme Court after an IDF judge ruled they are 'responsible for their own state of health'.
Gaza Rockets Fired at Israel
Terror gangs in Gaza fired a rocket into southern Israel; no physical injuries or property damage was reported.
The IDF's Version of a GPS System
“Tzayad" enables IDF units to share information on locations of friendly and hostile units, much like a GPS is able to find restaurants.
IDF Turns Out the Lights for ‘Earth Day’
The IDF imposed a literal blackout for one hour Monday night to participate in Earth Day and raise awareness of a natural environment.
One Million Expected to Visit Fallen Soldiers’ Graves
One million people are expected to visit 44 military cemeteries after the 8 p.m. siren Tuesday, Remembrance Day for Fallen Soldiers.
