IDF

Terrorists emerge from tunnel

IDF soldier seriously injured in clash with terrorists in Rafah

4 soldiers were wounded,1 seriously, when terrorists emerged from a tunnel in eastern Rafah and confronted IDF troops.

Chief of Staff

'We are operating across all arenas, near and far'

IDF Chief of Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, conducted a field tour today in the 80th Regional Division. 'In the Negev, security and the communities are interconnected - this is a clear principle that guides our actions.'

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Edan Alexander dons an IDF uniform

A thousand Christian leaders visiting with FOZ heard powerful testimony from captivity survivors, including Edan Alexander, who wore his IDF uniform publicly for the first time since his release.

Terrorist planning attack arrested in Surif

IDF soldiers apprehended three terrorists, including a terrorist who had planned to carry out a terrorist attack.

Rocket launchers and launch tubes found near Yellow Line

Over the past week, five-barrel launchers loaded with rockets inside intended to be launched towards Israeli territory have been found in northern Gaza.

Where was the Air Force on October 7th?

The second Turgeman Commission is probing delayed IDF orders and missed warnings on October 7, examining why key decisions were not made as Hamas advanced.

Open University:

Students demand cancellation of conference on 'Revenge in Gaza'

Students from the Religious Zionist movement are demanding that the Open University cancel a conference they say criticizes IDF soldiers' conduct.

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Hashmonaim Brigade's first squad commanders graduate course

Hashmonaim Brigade's first group of squad commanders graduates course with 70 haredi future commanders to lead the brigade's next generations.

IDF reveals

Hezbollah killed Lebanese officials to hide role in Beirut blast

Hezbollah assassinated four Lebanese public figures who attempted to reveal that the August 2020 Beirut port explosion was caused by ammonium nitrate stored for Hezbollah’s use.

2 new IDF divisions

AI Division and Spectrum & Communications Division

The IDF’s C4I Corps is undergoing a major organizational overhaul, including the establishment of an AI Division that will develop information and real-time systems.

Ramallah and Hebron:

IDF raids and seals HQ of PFLP-tied 'agricultural' organization

IDF forces operated at UAWC buildings, arresting suspects, seizing incitement materials and terror funds, and sealing the sites over the organization’s declared affiliation with the PFLP.

Dramatic footage:

Terrorist draws knife, lunges at soldiers

Footage shows the moment a terrorist stabbed two soldiers as they were questioning him near the town of Ateret.

Binyamin region:

Two soldiers wounded in stabbing attack

A terrorist stabbed two soldiers at a spring outside the town of Ateret. The terrorist was eliminated.

Terrorist who rammed soldier near Hebron eliminated

The terrorist who lightly injured a soldier at the Judea Junction was eliminated after he attempted to ram troops who arrived to apprehend him.

IDF Chief:

'We will prevent terror networks from forming in Samaria'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured the Tammun-Tubas and Menashe areas, praising counterterrorism gains and ordering a full inquiry into the Yamas operation in which two terrorists were eliminated.

Islamic Jihad leader who infiltrated Nahal Oz on 10/7 eliminated

The IDF eliminated the Nuhkba leader of the Islamic Jihad terrorist organization in the Gaza City Brigade who participated in the October 7 massacre in Kibbutz Nahal Oz.

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Dramatic broad daylight arrest in the heart of Shechem

Undercover IDF, police, and Shin Bet forces arrested a Fatah-linked suspect tied to terror attacks and IEDs during a precise operation in the Shechem market.

Senior commander:

Israel reached breakthrough in detecting enemy drones

Brig. Gen. Benny Aminov says Israel is advancing interception solutions for swarm threats, including accelerated development of directed-energy weapons.

Israel announces:

Iron Beam laser system to be delivered this month

Brig. Gen. (Res.) Dr. Daniel Gold says completed Iron Beam system to enter initial operational use next year, marking a major shift in battlefield defense.

Northern border

Northern Command chief: 'We are on high alert'

MG Rafi Milo visited the Golan Heights, where he commended the troops and stressed: 'We cannot wait for the enemy to attack; we must be proactive.'

New footage:

IDF troops hunt down terrorists in eastern Rafah

IDF continues to combat the terror tunnels in the Israeli-controlled area in southern Gaza, eliminating over 40 terrorists who were hiding underground over the past week alone.

After Rafah strike

IDF examining if Janina Battalion Commander, Deputy eliminated

The IDF is investigating whether two of the terrorists eliminated in the air strike in Gaza this morning (Sunday) are the commander of the East Rafah battalion and his deputy.

IDF reducing forces in Gaza envelope, residents worried

From the beginning of January, the standby squads in communities near the border will remain with only a security coordinator and a deputy. In other communities, the reserve days of the security forces will be limited.

IDF concerned

Sensitive info may be leaked to Hezbollah through UNIFIL

The IDF has expressed deep concern in recent weeks over the possible leakage of sensitive information and valuable intelligence to Hezbollah via UNIFIL personnel operating along the northern border.

IDF:

Chief of Staff orders investigation of Hamas massacre plan

New independent review to examine how Hamas’ massacre plan was identified already in 2018 but never thoroughly investigated.

Testimonies of officers who fought in Jenin revealed

Terrorists made suspicious movements during Jenin clashes, 'kept putting their hands down, made movements as if putting their hands in their pockets,' Border Police officers who were present at the scene say.

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New footage of strikes in Iran during Operation Rising Lion

Iranian media has released footage of the moments of the Israeli strikes on the IRGC headquarters and air defense batteries.

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Syrian intelligence linked to attacks on IDF, Druze community

Israel has reportedly identified that Syrian President Sharaa’s Intelligence Directorate is linked to terror plots targeting IDF and Druze.

Yamas members questioned over Jenin shooting of two terrorists

Three Yamas fighters questioned after two wanted terrorists were shot in Jenin. DIP launched a criminal probe into the incident.

Hezbollah leader vows response to elimination of chief of staff

Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem condemns Israel’s killing of Haytham Ali Tabtabai, vowing retaliation “at the right time.”

Was sensitive info leaked ahead of Syria operation?

IDF examining possibility that information leaked ahead of Syria operation, allowing IDF forces to be ambushed.

IDF releases dramatic footage of clashes in Syria

Bodycam footage from IDF soldiers in Syria shows the clash in which six IDF reservists were injured, three of them seriously.

Jenin clashes:

Criminal investigation opened against Border Police officers

Department for the Investigation of Police opens criminal investigation into Border Police officers who shot two terrorists in Jenin after the terrorists allegedly surrendered.

Reports in Syria:

Heavy clashes between IDF and residents, two locals killed

Reports of heavy clashes between IDF forces and residents in the town of Beit Jinn, Syria. Israel has not commented so far.

Officers clarify:

Terrorists were shot after attempting to flee

Yamas officers who shot two terrorists who had surrendered say the two violated their commands and returned to the building before a threat was ruled out.

Itai Ofir assumes role of Military Advocate General

Attorney Itai Ofir enters his new post as Military Advocate General during a ceremony at the Kirya, as senior officials highlight the challenges facing the IDF and the imperative of restoring public trust.

Year of ceasefire in Lebanon:

370 terrorists eliminated, 1200 targeted operations conducted

One year after the ceasefire with Lebanon began, the IDF says troops carried out hundreds of operations, dismantled terrorist infrastructure, and eliminated over 370 terrorists.

Military secretary involved in sensitive security misstep

The IDF confirmed that Brig. Gen. Guy Markizeno’s classified cellphone was stolen and remotely neutralized, but then-Minister Yoav Gallant was never informed despite the sensitivity of the case.

One Year Later:

Hezbollah rebuilding depsite IDF ceasefire enforcement

Although the IDF has carried out hundreds of strikes in Lebanon against Hezbollah’s rehabilitation, Hezbollah is still renewing its strength in southern Lebanon.

Revealed:

How the doctor who declared Hadar Goldin dead was caught

New footage reveals how Dr. Marwan al-Hams, a Hamas doctor who declared the death of the late Hadar Goldin during Operation Protective Edge, was lured out and arrested by Israel.

Dozens of Arabs storm Israeli homestead in Samaria

Dozens of Arabs from the villages of Kadum and Beit Lid attacked residents of the Shirat Zion homestead near Kedumim, injuring the farmers and damaging vehicles and buildings.

Reservists' denounce lax discipline over October 7th massacre

Resentment continues over the symbolic punishments the Chief of Staff imposed on those held responsible for the October 7th massacre.

Border patrol:

'Practicing enemy invasion scenarios'

Border Defense Battalion Commander: ‘Our mission is to be ready for another October 7-style attack’

IDF eliminates terrorist who hurled explosive in northern Samaria

IDF troops eliminate a terrorist who hurled an explosive in Qabatiya during a broad counterterrorism operation in northern Samaria. Several explosives found in his vehicle. No IDF injuries reported.

IDF tightens cellphone regulations

Following lessons from the October 7th Massacre, the IDF will bar Android phones for any operational use and extend strict cellphone limits to lieutenant colonels.

IDF preparing for next stage of Trump plan in Rafah

Preparing for Trump’s next Gaza phase, Israel will start clearing Rafah for a humanitarian zone, while foreign forces remain unwilling to enter Hamas-controlled areas.

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First look at major IDF counterterror operation in Samaria

IDF, Shin Bet, Border Police, and regional brigades launched a major counterterrorism operation in northern Samaria, striking targets, searching dozens of structures, and seizing terror funds to prevent new terror strongholds from forming.

Chief of Staff

Leadership that recognizes failure & dares to lead change needed

A ceremony marking 52 years since the passing of the former Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, David Ben-Gurion was held today, led by IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.

Following Hamas Cyber-Op:

IDF to monitor soldiers' social media with AI

The IDF will operate a new artificial intelligence system that will monitor soldiers' public posts on social networks, aiming to prevent the exposure of sensitive information.

'We won't allow terror to take root'

Security forces launch operation in northern Samaria

IDF, Shin Bet and Border Police launch a major counterterrorism operation in northern Samaria, days after eliminating two terrorists behind deadly attacks.

Body-camera footage:

IDF soldiers eliminate murderous terrorist

Newly released footage shows the moments of the assault and shooting in the operation in which the terrorist Sultan al-Ghani - who murdered Kedumim resident Gideon Peri in August 2023 - was eliminated.

IDF general staff exercise simulates multi-front war

IDF: Assessment of readiness for a wide range of scenarios: Footage from the General Staff ‘Magen Oz’ exercise

Terrorist who murdered Gideon Perry eliminated

During a joint IDF and Shin Bet operation, forces eliminated Sultan al-Ghani, who murdered Gideon Perry with a hammer and stole his firearm and vehicle in August 2024.

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The moment the terrorist who killed two soldiers was eliminated

The police have released footage from the Yamam operation in which Ala Raouf Shetiyya, who murdered two IDF soldiers in a ramming attack, was eliminated.

IDF soldier Marom Golan killed in motorcycle accident

Marom Golan, an active-duty soldier from Ashkelon, was killed when a vehicle struck him and his motorcycle in southern Israel.

Elimination of Hezbollah CoS

White House: Trump supports Israel’s self-defense

White House Press Secretary affirms Trump’s support for Israel’s right to defend itself after the IDF eliminated Hezbollah’s Chief of Staff in Beirut, citing the group’s long history of terror operations against Israel.

Year and a half later:

Yamam eliminates terrorist who murdered two soldiers in ramming

After a year and a half of searching, Yamam forces surround the building where the terrorist who murdered SSGT Eliya Hilel and SSGT Diego Gavriel Harsaj was hiding and eliminate him in a gun battle.

Zamir slams Defense Minister’s move to halt IDF appointments

The IDF Chief of Staff’s office issued a rare rebuke of Defense Minister Katz, accusing him of politicizing the Turgeman Report and harming military readiness by freezing appointments.

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Nahal and Golani clean up Rafah, major tunnel network destroyed

Nahal and Golani forces, operating with the Yahalom Unit, dismantled hundreds of meters of Rafah terror tunnels, struck more than 60 targets, and eliminated 11 terrorists after 17 emerged from an underground route.

Chief of Staff:

'IDF is stronger and better prepared for the next war'

IDF Chief of Staff conducts surprise visit to northern border, stressing importance of increasing competence and readiness 'at all levels and across all arenas for complex surprise scenarios.'