IDF

IDF-PA Security Summit Ahead of Statehood Bid

IDF commanders met with their PA counterparts ahead of the PA statehood bid at the United Nations to prevent "errors."

IDF’s ‘Skunk’ to Go Aerial to Prevent Violence

The IDF has been using the power of bad odor to keep violence at bay; now the “skunk” will come from the air as well.

Gantz: Readiness is a "Moral Obligation"

Amid a tulmitous Mideast, IDF chief of staff Benny Gantz tells soldiers readiness is a "moral obligation."

Israel Exporting ‘Green Energy’ UAV

The IDF’s “green energy” unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) named the Birdeye runs on electricity and is being purchased by foreign armies.

IDF: Preparation, Restraint as September 20 Approaches

IDF reservists are retrained in restrained, non-violent response in preparation for possible PA statehood bid riots.

IDF Trains for ‘Tunnel Combat’

The IDF is training combat soldiers in underground tunnels to fight terrorists who use tunnels to attack and kidnap soldiers.

IDF Calling Up Reserves Ahead of PA Statehood Bid

The IDF Central Command raised its alert level amid reserve call ups as the PA statehood bid at the United Nations nears.

Soldiers Thank Heroic Bus Driver: ‘You Saved Us’

Soldiers held a ceremony to honor long-time bus driver Avi Belevsky, whose quick response saved lives during a terror onslaught.

Ex IDF Education Head: Religious Zionism Getting 'Too Religious'

Former IDF Education head Stern, known for criticism of religious Zionists, called for end to their “move to the far religious right”.

Israel Allows PA to Acquire Anti-Riot Gear

Israel has allowed the PA to acquire ant-riot gear, in preparation for possible rioting.

Second Round of Demolition in Migron

Police destroy two more structures in Migron, make arrests. For the first time, some in Migron call on soldiers to refuse orders.

Soldier Sues: IDF Can’t Force Culture

Soldier expelled over concert row brings case to the Supreme Court. Controversial concert part of issue of national importance, he says.

US Jews Fight in IDF, Remember 9/11

American Jewish IDF soldiers, only eight years old at the time of 9/11, remember the tragedy while fighting for their Jewish homeland.

Another B'Tselem Claim: IDF Denies Arabs Right to Protest

Yet another anti-IDF report by the radical B'Tselem group claims that security forces deny PA Arabs the right to protest.

Bereaved Mother's Response to 'Price Tag'

The mother of a soldier killed in war calls his commander to apologize for 'price tag' vandalism.

200th Torah Scroll Dedicated to the Jewish People's Army

A restored Torah scroll from the Holocaust was donated to an IDF base near Tel Aviv. It is the 200th scroll donated to the IDF.

Rabbi: Religious Cadets Unfairly Ejected from Course

Four IDF soldiers were thrown out of an exclusive cadet course over a point of Jewish law - unfairly, says Rabbi Haim Druckman.

Vandals Strike IDF Army Base in 'Price Tag' II

Vandals strike again in another “price tag” attack at an IDF army base discovered Thursday morning, at the Binyamin Brigade base.

Turkey Mulls Expulsion of IDF Attache as Next Diplomatic Act

Turkey is mulling its next diplomatic move with Israel, as local media reports the Erdogan government may expel Israel's military attache.

GSS Cracks Hamas Network

Israel's GSS cracked a Hamas network in Judea and Samaria, which was planning kidnappings and suicide bombings.

Torah Scroll from Ashes of Holocaust to IDF

Young Israel donates 200th Torah scroll to IDF Thursday. Scroll, saved from the ashes of the Holocaust, goes to IDF base near Tel Aviv.

IDF Holds Military Exercises in the Eastern Negev

The IDF is holding “extensive” military exercises Monday night and Tuesday throughout the day in the eastern Negev.

Top General Expects 'Islamic Winter'

IDF Home Front Command chief Maj. Gen. Eyal Eisenberg says the 'Arab Spring' may bring an 'Islamic Winter' - and War.

Navy Looking for ’Remote Control’ of Flotillas and Gas Fields

Israel will use unmanned drones to protect Israel’s newly discovered gas fields and is studying high-tech methods to stop future flotillas.

Wounded Anti-Terrorist Dog Back at Work

Mako, the dog wounded by Gaza terrorists who killed his handler and who neutralized the terrorists, is back in action.

IDF Moves to Protect Naval Commandos

The IDF has moved to protect the commandos involved in the Mavi Marmara boarding action following the release of the UN Palmer Report

After 6 Years, IDF Academy 'Otzem' Gets a Home

The Otzma pre-IDF academy gets a home six years after Gush Katif expulsion.

Israel Deploying Warships in Red Sea - Iran Following Suit

The IDF has deployed two warships to the Red Sea near the Egyptian border as Sinai terror alerts pour in; Iran plans to follow suit.

IDF Soldiers: Our Ambulance was Attacked with Molotov Cocktail

Video: Soldiers tell of the incident in which they were attacked by Arabs while on their way to treat Arabs wounded in a traffic accident.

IDF's New Solution to Sniper Fire

The IDF has a new solution to sniper fire, the Israel Defense site reveals.

IDF Rescues Arab Mother and Baby from Gaza Rocket Attack

The IDF rescues an Arab woman and baby daughter after they received medical care in Israel and then were caught in Hamas terror.

IDF and Chrysler Roll Out New All-Terrain Jeep

An IDF-Chrysler venture has unveiled the improved version of the “Sufa’ (Storm” all-terrain jeep that can maneuver in sand and water.

Hamas’ Definition of Ceasefire – Two Mortar Shell Attacks

Hamas continued to uphold its version of a new “ceasefire” by firing two mortar shells at a Gaza Belt community Wednesday.

First Updated Sufa III Jeep Delivered to IDF

An updated Sufa jeep will make IDF patrols and urban welfare easier and more efficient.

Hamas Funds Highway 12 Terrorists, IDF Says

Hamas, which distanced itself from last week’s deadly attacks north of Eilat, in fact funds and supports the terrorists, the IDF reveals.

IDF Arrests 120 Terrorists in Judea and Samaria

The IDF rounded up 120 terrorists, mostly from Hamas, in Judea and Samaria Saturday night during rocket attacks on southern Israel.

IAF Eliminates Terrorist Squad in Northern Gaza

Israel Air Force fighter jets eliminated a terrorist squad in northern Gaza soon after they launched an attack on southern Israel.

IDF Releases Guide for Civilians as Rockets Wound 6

The IDF has released guidelines for civilians in Israel's south as Gaza terror escalates. Six wounded in attack on yeshiva.

IDF: Grad Intercepted Near Ashkelon

As Minister of Defense and IDF Commander gave press conference, gunfire was heard. One person said severely injured.

Dragnet on Eilat, Checkpoints in Be'er Sheva

The IDF has asked the public to avoid the Eilat area for the time being, and allow security, rescue forces to work.

Terror Alerts On Your Mobile Phone

The IDF Homefront Command plans to test an SMS terror-alert system for residents of Israel's front-line communities.

Leahy Says Report on Cutting Funds to Israel Inaccurate

Sen. Leahy says a Haaretz report about bill to halt aid to elite IDF units is “full of inaccuracies”; bill “is not aimed at Israel.”

Budget Battle: Defense vs. Benefits

Upset in Defense Ministry as government weighs cuts to pay for benefits. “This could bring us back to 2006.”

IDF Solution for September Violence: Give the PA More Guns

The IDF has formulated a response to potential violence after the PA statehood bid in September. One suggestion: give them more guns.

Video: ‘Bravo, IDF’ Elderly Tell Soldier-Musicians

New York-born violinist Ori Wissner-Levy helps the IDF spread cheer as part of a special project for musicians who serve in the army.

New Record: 104 Soldiers Make Aliyah in One Flight

The IDF is to get 104 new soldiers on a single aliyah flight; 120 children to arrive on same plane.

IDF's 'Shiluvim' Program Doubles

The 'Shiluvim' program, with two years of active duty and two of Torah study, proves popular as enlistment doubles in one year.

Visit by China’s Chief of Staff Warms Up Ties with Israel

China’s top general flew into Israel Sunday for a rare visit that will include observing the IDF’s Urban Warfare Training Center.

Report: IDF Drones Over Kurdistan?

Iran's Press-TV claims Israel is operating drones over Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region without permission from Baghdad.

IDF Welcomes 62,000 PA Arabs to Jerusalem for Ramadan

Easing of IDF restrictions has allowed 62,000 PA Arabs to visit Jerusalem since the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Senior U.S. Army Officer: We Have Much in Common with the IDF

Video: Lieutenant General Mark P. Hertling, commanding general of the U.S. Army Europe, visits Israel.

Cost of Living Protests Reach IDF: 11 Soldiers Abandon Mission

For the first time, protests over the high cost of living have reached the ranks of the IDF, a report Thursday said.

Hamas: IDF Bulldozer Knocked Out Communications

Hamas claims an IDF bulldozer damaged a communications cable causing a telecommunications blackout in Gaza.

Reserve Recruiting in September? ‘No Need,’ Says IDF Spokesman

IDF Spokesman says he doesn't believe reserve soldiers will be needed to combat Arab riots in September.

EU Wants Inquiry into Deaths

EU Wants Inquiry into Death of Arabs at Kalandia

”We call on Israeli authorities to exercise restraint and conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.”

'G-d' – Out of IDF Prayer

'G-d' Taken Out of Military Prayer

Chief of Staff approves committee's recommendation to restore the pre-1967 version of the military Yizkor.

Video: Paratroopers Brigade - Warriors Who Win!

The Paratroopers Brigade is mainly involved in counter-terror operations, such as detonating terrorists’ homes. Watch them in action!

Video: What is the IDF's Ordnance Corps?

A new video by the IDF Spokesperson's Office explains all about the special Ordnance Corps.

Video: Meet the IDF's Tammuz Missile

IDF publicly shows the Tammuz missile, an electro-optic missile which ensures direct hits on terror targets.

IDF Soldiers Join US ‘Wounded Warriors’

Six wounded IDF soldiers biked and ran with hundreds of US "wounded warriors” in New York, one year after the US troops visited Israel.