Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Reported After 4 Days of Escalation
A ceasefire between Israel and Gaza terrorists, brokered by Egypt, has begun as of 1:00 (Israel time).
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IDF Hits Second Terror Cell in Five Hours
The IDF announced it had eliminated a two-man terror cell seeking to launch rockets into Israel – including a senior terror leader.
IDF 'Ready for Ground Operation' in Gaza
IDF commanders are ready 'for any development' in Gaza including a 'ground operation,' but senior officials say it is unlikely.
Rocket Fire a 'Dramatic Development'
The IDF says the quantity and rate of fire from Gaza is unprecedented; notes terrorists are actively using civilians as human shields.
IDF Strikes Rocket Squad – 2 Terrorists Killed
IAF pilots eliminated a terror squad preparing to fire rockets at Israel's southern communities from deep within civilian areas of Gaza.
Twitter Pictures Defaming IDF Proven False
Two photos tweeted in past 24 hours, which have been circulation accusations against the IDF, have been proven to be completely false.
IDF Ground Invasion Option ‘On the Table’
The IDF is trained and prepared for a ground invasion of Gaza, but it won’t happen in the immediate future, says its spokesman.
Soldier Found Dead near Gaza
Soldier’s body found near Gaza. The apparent cause of death: poison gas.
Air Force Eliminates Three-Man Rocket Squad
The IDF Monday continued pre-emptive and pinpoint strikes, wiping out a three-man terrorist cell preparing to launch missiles.
Iron Dome Foils 90 Percent of Missiles
The Iron Dome system has intercepted 90 percent of missile attacks on urban centers during the latest rocket bombardment from Gaza.
Israel Rules Out Ground Assault
Israel has ruled out a ground assault to stop missile attacks, which continued Sunday morning despite Hamas’s proposal for a ceasefire.
IDF Investigating Yatta Shooting
The IDF are investigating an incident wherein a wounded soldier, fearing for his life during an attack, killed one and wounded another
Video: Soldiers, Dogs and Robots in Urban Warfare
A new IDF video shows the elite “Yahalom” urban combat unit preparing for battle with the help of dogs and robots.
Olim Send Purim Gift Baskets to IDF Lone Soldiers
New immigrants to Israel (Olim) already are helping out the IDF by packing Purim gift baskets for other olim who are “lone soldiers.”
IDF Camouflage Creates ‘Disappearing Soldiers’
The IDF has re-defined the term “disappearing soldiers,” who are being trained to blend in with the environment to avoid enemy detection.
Missing 19-Year-Old Soldier Located Safe and Sound
19-year-old Eshel Silberstein, missing since Saturday, located in Eilat. Military Police to probe his disappearance.
IDF Thanks Cities that Lead in Enlistment
IDF Manpower head thanks the heads of cities, councils that lead in enlistment. Topping the list: Modiin, Har-Adar, Gan Rave.
Hundreds Search for Missing IDF Soldier
Hundreds began searching Sunday for 19-year-old Eshel Silberstein, missing since leaving home Saturday to return to his base.
Demonstrators: End Mandatory IDF Service
Demonstrators in Tel Aviv call to change the mandatory military service, turn the IDF into a professional volunteer army.
Flying Lions Return to Route 12
The "flying lions" command training battalion returned to secure Route 12 this week following its re-opening.
Recovering Soldier: 'It Was a Lynching'
One of the soldiers brutally assaulted by an Arab mob in Haifa over the weekend said he feared for his life as his attackers chanted 'Jew'
IDF Kills Terrorist in Sinai Border Shootout
The IDF killed one of several terrorists in a shootout at the Sinai border overnight, a day after foiling another bomb smuggling attempt.
Soldiers Donate Hair to Children with Cancer
Hair salons are offering soldiers free haircuts, on condition that the cut hair will be used for wigs to benefit children with cancer.
American Master Chefs Cook Up for IDF
If an army marches on its stomach, as Napoleon once said, Israel is in good shape. “Birthright” chefs cook for soldiers.
‘Signs of Change’ to Help Deaf Soldiers
The IDF starts a special sign language course to help commanders communicate more effectively with deaf soldiers.
Israel's Junta – IDF Overrules Barak in Sansana
The High Planning Council of the IDF Civil Administration has rejected a plan already approved by Israel's elected leaders.
IDF Expected to Re-Open Negev's Route 12 on Sunday
For the first time since the deadly bus ambush that killed 8 Israelis in August, the IDF will open a closed stretch on Route 12 to Eilat.
Video and Photos: Paratroopers Conclude 'War Week'
Soldiers in the advanced training unit of the IDF’s Battalion 90 concluded their “War Week” in a final drill using live ammunition.
Hareidi Leader: Yeshiva Students Must Avoid IDF at All Costs
Top hareidi religious Rabbi Shmuel Auerbach has issued a ruling that yeshiva students 'must lay down their lives' rather than enter the IDF.
Turkey Announces Purchase of 100 F-35s
Ankara announced it plans to purchase 100 F-35 joint strike fighters in a move that could erode Israel's regional air superiority.
Court Bans ‘Tal Law’ for Religious Exemptions from IDF
Most political leaders welcome the High Court ruling Tuesday night that the “Tal Law” for religious exemptions from the IDF is illegal.
Alert Soldiers at Egyptian Border Foil Mega-Bomb Attack
Alert soldiers foil a massive bomb attack on Israelis by discovering a huge bomb terrorists were smuggling across the Egyptian border.
IDF Spokeswoman to Diaspora: Together We Can Influence the Media
IDF Spokeswoman Lieutenant Colonel Avital Leibovich meets American Jews in Israel, calls to work together to influence foreign media.
Four IDF Officers: Once Together, Always Together
Lt. Yonatan Peretz, along with three friends, studied at a religious military academy and is now headed to the IDF's Golani Brigade.
IDF Arrests 12 in Ramallah and Hevron Overnight
IDF forces arrested 12 overnight as counter-terror operations in Judea and Samaria continue.
IDF Teaches Hand-to-Hand Combat to Fight Terrorist Kidnappers
The IDF is focusing on hand-to-combat training for soon-to-be officers in the face of high motivation by terrorists to kidnap them.
Relinquish Dual Citizenship to Serve in the IDF?
Soldiers in some elite units in IDF will be forced to forfeit dual citizenship in order to receive security clearance.
MKs, Officials, Decry Leftist Hevron Tour for Top IDF Officers
Senior officers in Israel's top security college toured Hevron - led by members of a far-left group. Officials on the right were furious
IDF Arrests 2 Hamas Leaders in Samaria
IDF forces entered Tubas in northern Samaria after midnight and arrested two Hamas leaders.
Hamas Says Gaza Fuel Crisis Within 72 Hours
Officials in Gaza say the enclave with go dark in 72 hours and blame Israel - even as the IDF keeps goods flowing to them.
IDF Visits Schools on Safe Internet Drive
A cadre of IDF officers visited Israel's schools to teach children about safe Internet usage for International Safe Internet Day.
Hareidi Soldiers Forced to Hear Lecture Given by Female Soldier
Hareidi-religious soldiers complain that contrary to guidelines they were forced to attend a Tu B'Shvat lecture given by a female soldier.
Want To Be an IDF Commando? Think Twice
Being an IDF commando sounds like a great thrill, but first you have to march with 50 pounds on your back in the hills of Jerusalem.
Dead Soldier's Uncle Says IDF Whitewashing Failure
The family of Dvir Moore Onikvoski, 20, who died at Soroka on Tuesday says the IDF is trying to cover up a serious failure.
Commander Who Forgot Soldier in Ramallah Dismissed
Lt. Colonel Muli Cohen was dismissed from command of the 74th Armored Brigade for leaving a soldier behind in Ramallah.
IDF Soldier Dies Unexpectedly at Soroka
A soldier training to enter the IDF's elite Sheldag unit died a sudden and unexpected death after complaining of 'weakness.'
Eldad Vows Filibuster Over Security Services Law
MK Aryeh Eldad says the government plans to turn the IDF into 'a cheap labor pool' and is playing dirty to make it happen.
Senior IDF Officer Suspended for Leaving Soldier Behind
Commander of an IDF mechanized infantry unit suspended for leaving one of his soldiers behind in a village near Ramallah.
IDF Convoy Finds Shelter in Breslov Colony
The Breslau Colony of Yavniel raced to fulfill the virtue of hospitality by giving food and shelter to an IDF unit caught in a storm.
IDF Soldier Left Behind in Ramallah
The IDF is investigating a 'serious operational failure' that saw a lone soldier left behind in Ramallah; local Arabs helped him to safety.
Jewish Pilgrims Allowed into Awarta Overnight
IDF soldiers escorted some 400 Jewish worshipers to the tombs of Eleazar and Itamar in Awarta overnight.
IDF Shoots Gaza Man NearSecurity Fence
A Gaza man who refused to heed warning shots was shot by IDF forces manning the Gaza security fence.
‘Lone Soldiers’ in IDF Now Include Hareidi Youth
The term “lone IDF soldier” usually refers to olim without families in Israel but now includes hareidi youth rejected by their families.
Video: Lone Soldiers Help Lone Soldiers
The Lone Soldier Center was founded by a group of former lone soldiers who help current lone soldiers with their needs and struggles.
IDF: Preparing the Next Generation
IDF Emergency Situation Instructors are coming to a school near you to ensure children are prepared for the vicissitudes of life in Israel.
IDF Arrests 5 in Qalqiliya Overnight
For the third time in a month IDF forces entered the Arab village Qalqiliya looking for suspected terrorists; arresting 5.
IDF Re-Arrests Shalit Deal Terrorist
Mamun Ismail Salame Stut has become the first terrorist released under the deal to free Gilad Shalit to be re-arrested for terror activity.
Gaza: Bomb Detonated at Soldiers, None Hurt
Terrorists detonated an explosive device as IDF soldiers combed an area near Gaza.
Israeli Arab Indicted for Planning Terror Attack on IDF
An Arab from Shechem granted citizenship under the 'family reunification law' has been indicted for planning a terror attack
Blind Terror Victim: I Am an IDF Soldier Like Everyone Else
Oren Almog says he serves in the IDF “like everyone else.” There are a few differences: Terror cost him his eyesight – and five relatives.
