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Israel’s Ramadan ‘Goodwill’ Measures for Arabs

The IDF has eased security restrictions on Gaza Arabs at the opening of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, already marked by violence

Lebanese Soldier Attacks IDF; No Injuries

A Lebanese army soldier opened fire on Israeli soldiers manning the northern border Monday. The IDF returned fire. No injuries reported.

Ramadan: Two Arabs Dead in Clash with Soldiers near Ramallah

Two Arabs in a mob attacking soldiers with rocks were killed near Ramallah Monday. In Gaza, two rockets were launched on the Negev.

Video: Kfir - Think Camouflaged!

A new IDF video describes the Kfir Brigade, the youngest Infantry Corps brigade in the Israel Defense Forces.

Deal: Chabad Men to Join Israeli Army

Leaders of the Chabad chassidic movement are to sign a deal that will see young members integrated into the IDF.

Hamas Expose: Informers Used Taxis to Help Israel

Informers of the “Zionist occupier” use taxis to report on the location of Hamas’ forces, the terrorist group reveals. More hangings ahead?

VIDEO: Israel Navy in Action

The Israeli navy has come a far way from being a crew of sailors. A new action-packed video shows commandos manning missiles – and boats.

Parents of Jenin Soldier: Justice Will be Done

The parents of a soldier slain in Jenin express confidence that despite Supreme Court ruling on “Jenin, Jenin” slander, justice will be done

New Immigrants’ Motivation Bolsters IDF

Enthusiasm and motivation of new immigrants serving in the Israeli military prompts the IDF to appoint a “Coordinator for New Immigrants.”

IDF Prosecuting Four Intelligence Officers

IDF to prosecute four field intelligence officers for shutting of critical surveillance equipment and 'putting national security at risk.'

Hesder Students Gung Ho

Hesder Students Continue Propensity for Combat Service

Hesder Yeshiva students are still avidly sought by combat units in the IDF. The feeling is mutual.

‘Oslo Generation’ Joins Army

Youths born when Israel signed the Oslo Accords with the PLO are now 18 and joining the army, highly motivated after childhood under terror.

IDF Gearing Up For September

IDF Gearing Up For September

The IDF is bolstering deployments, laying in stores of less-than-lethal munitions, and deploying cameras with units ahead of the PA statehoo

Videos: Navy Boards Gaza-Bound 'Tricky' Ship

The Navy peacefully ends the latest attempt of flotilla activists to reach Gaza and is guiding the Dignity ship to Ashdod after it tricked Greece.

‘Quiet War’ in Gaza in Sixth Day; IDF Leaflets Warn Residents

The Air Force targeted terrorists preparing to shoot soldiers early Monday and dropped leaflets warning Arabs to stay away from the security fence.

Israel Strikes Hamas Terrorists Fourth Day in a Row

The IDF strikes Gaza terrorists the fourth day in a row, sending a clear message that Israel will not tolerate the escalation of rocket attacks.

IDF Kills Fleeing Suspect in Search for Terrorists in Shechem

IDF killed one Arab north of Shechem during a search for terrorists. The military said the suspect fled and did not obey soldiers' orders to halt.

Video: Israel Teaches US Marines Counter Terror

The IDF releases video of US marines learning from Israelis. “We are learning new techniques. I love it. We want to come back,” says one marine.

Two Rocket Attacks South of Ashkelon; IDF Bombs Tunnel

Terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza attacked south of Ashkelon Saturday with two rockets, and the Air Force retaliated by bombing a terror tunnel.

IDF Admits Mistakes in Joseph’s Tomb Incident

IDF probe into May 30 incident at Joseph's Tomb determines: IDF's deployment was a mistake, police officers arrived late.

Gantz at Or Etzion: Stop the Attacks on Alon

Chief of Staff at event marking 35th anniversary of Yeshivat Or Etzion: "Condemn the acts and statements being made against Brig.-Gen. Alon."

Gantz to Make First Visit to Hesder Yeshiva

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz will visit the Or Etzion yeshiva on Wednesday, his first visit to a Hesder yeshiva since taking office.

Iran’s Tentacles Spread from Syria to Sudan: Intelligence Chief

Iran is directly helping Assad, aiding the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt and assisting Sudan, warns IDF’s Intelligence chief Aviv Kochavi.

Reservists are IDF’s Elite, Says Peres

President Peres awards reservists for excellence and tells them they are a special elite force, as civilians who still fight for the country.

Barak Suspends Netanyahu’s Plan to Return Bodies of Terrorists

Barak suspends Netanyahu’s order to transfer 84 bodies of terrorists to the Palestinian Authority because the move might hurt freeng Schalit.

Bibi Tells IDF to Hand Over Terrorist Remains for Ramadan

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu ordered the IDF to hand over the remains of 84 terrorists as a 'Ramadan gesture.'

IDF Video Outlines Goods Transferred to Gaza

The IDF spokesperson's office released an animated video outlining aid Gaza receives via Israel; recommends established channels for donations.

Meet the IDF's Very Special Unit: The Special Ed Volunteers

IDF and a school for special needs students in Jerusalem team up to give students a sense of what it feels like to serve in the army.

New Air Force Pilots to ‘Get Their Wings’

Israel’s newest Air Force pilots “receive their wings” in IDF ceremonies this week at the Negev base of Hatzerim, five miles east of Be’er Sheva.

IDF Delivers Goods to Gaza but Flotilla Leader Claims ’Blockade’

The IDF oversees the shipment of 6,000 tons of food, fuel, goods and material to Gaza every day as flotilla leaders allege a “blockade” exists.

Flotilla for War or Peace? Charges of Plot to Kill

A PR clash breaks out over Gaza flotilla, echoes of last year’s clash. Activists deny they plan to kill soldiers; did Israel sabotage a ship?

‘Money Makes the Bilin Protests Go ‘Round’

The real reason for Bilin riots is that protesters earn cash for throwing stones, says the IDF, which is relocating the fence, the supposed cause.

Israel and Hizbullah's Technology Duel

Israel and Hizbullah are reportedly in a shadowy signals intelligence and communications technology duel.

IDF: We Must Examine Any Vessels Determined to Arrive in Gaza

IDF Spokesperson's Unit about flotilla: IDF is responsible for defending the citizens of Israel and must ensure its borders are secure from terror.

IDF Mulls Releasing Oryxes, Llamas and Barbary Sheep

The military is considering putting its exotic animals out to pasture. Dogs will be ordered to stay.

Gantz Doesn't Expect War

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz said he doesn't see Israel involved in a war "anytime soon" as the nation conducts Turning Point 5.

Navy Commander: Flotilla's Goal Is to Fight the IDF

The goal of the planned flotilla to Gaza is to fight the IDF and not to bring aid to Gaza, says the Navy.

Cell Phone Firm Turns Back ’Turning Point 5’ Emergency SMS

The Orange phone system has barred Home Front Command SMS messages during this week’s national drill because of fears of damage to the phones.

Outgoing Personnel Chief Says Makeup of IDF Reserves is Changing

Outgoing Personnel Chief says that the reserve "people's army" that Israel prides itself upon is changing.

PA Criticized for Honoring Oslo Accords

The PA was criticized for coordinating Jewish visits to Joseph's Tomb after the recent visit of twelve Jewish MKs to the site.

IDF to Conduct Home Front War Drill Next Week

"Turning Point 5" drill will begin on Sunday and last for five days, testing Israel's preparedness for emergency situations.

Video: Arabs Dump Drinking Water Offered by IDF Officer

A video shows an IDF officer offering water to Arab protesters on a sweltering day. An Arab dumped the water, and other Arabs later threw rocks.

Commander's Letter Targets Soldiers who Live in Judea & Samaria

IDF’s Judea and Samaria division commander sends letter asking to investigate soldiers who live in Judea and Samaria.

Soldiers Literally Give their Blood for Israel

The expression of soldiers giving their blood for a country never is truer than in Israel, where troops give 25 percent of blood bank donations.

IDF: Hizbullah Provocateurs Incited Syrian Border Riots

The IDF released documents this week indicating Hizbullah provocateurs were planted among Syrian rioters on the Israeli border to stir up trouble.

IDF Trains Tunnel Warfare Unit

According to IDF sources the IDF is training special units to fight in tunnels in Gaza and southern Lebanon.

IDF Digs Trenches to Stop Border Assaults

The IDF has dug trenches and erected barbed wire at sensitive border areas to prevent any attempt to infiltrate on "Naksa Day” Sunday.

IDF Radio Ignores Performers' Anti-Zionism

IDF radio will continue to play songs by artists who have accused Israel of genocide, in the name of “separation of art and opinion.”

Another Demolition: This Time Ga'on Yarden

In the second demolition in one day, police destroy structures in Ga'on Yarden; 5 arrested in connection with this morning's Alei Ayin demolition.

IDF Launches Facebook-Friendly Website

The IDF website has been redesigned and upgraded, and will now be synchronized with social networks.

COS Ganz Warns of Expanded Threats: from Knife to Nuke

Israel's chief of staff warned of an expanded arc of threats from the knife to the nuclear.

IDF: Joseph's Tomb Shooting was Intentional

PA officers' gunfire aimed at Jewish worshipers was not only unjustified, but an intentional attack, IDF investigators tell Chief of Staff.

IDF Wounded Tour America

Disabled IDF soldiers tour America on a special trip taking them to New York and Washington DC.

Iran Seeks IDF Gear; Sale Thwarted

Iran attempted to purchase several former IDF helicopters, Spanish authorities report.

IDF Appoints First-Ever Female Major General

Brigadier General Orna Barbivay will be promoted to the rank of Major General and appointed Head of the Personnel Directorate.

IDF Honors Reservists

Read about reservists, the unique backbone of the IDF. Reservist Appreciation Week has just honored them, including a special Knesset session.

IDF Finds Weapons Cache Near Hevron

11 Arab suspects arrested in Judea and Samaria overnight.

IDF Soldier Wounded During Training

IDF soldier from the Kfir Brigade moderately wounded during a training accident at the Elyakim base.

IDF Shots Ward Off Ship Trying to Break Embargo on Hamas

The IDF fired warning shots Monday at a Malaysian ship steered by an ex-flotilla activist, upholding the maritime embargo on Hamas-controlled Gaza.

120 Soldiers Receive President's Award for Excellence

On Israel's 63rd Independence Day, 120 soldiers received the prestigious President's Award for Excellence from Israeli president Shimon Peres.