Video: Air Force Independence Day Air Show
The Israeli Air Force displayed its aircraft in an air show over most of Israel on Independence Day Tuesday.
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New IDF Photo Book ‘Answers Goldstone Accusations’
A French journalist, fed up with Goldstone’s accusations, spent more than year with IDF soldiers and produced a new book of photos.
Honoring the 'Final Remnant' Fallen
My Israel movement honors those who died to protect Israel and left no family behind.
Memorial Day: Israel's 22,867 Fallen
A total of 22,867 soldiers have fallen in battle or died during service over the course of Israel's history; 18,361 currently bereaved.
Israel Agrees to Pay Mark-Up on Sixth Dolphin-class Submarine
Israel has decided to purchase a sixth Dolphin-class submarine from Germany at full price despite objections from the IDF brass..
IDF Installing 'Black Boxes' on Tanks
The IDF has equipped many of its tanks with data recorder “black boxes” that will record vital information on the tank's movements and status.
IDF Foils Terror Attack Near Gaza
IDF identifies and shoots tank shells at terrorists who tried to place explosives near the Gaza-Israel border.
Fifty Outstanding IDF Officers are Recognized
Fifty outstanding IDF officers, from various units, received Chief of Staff awards at a ceremony on Wednesday in the Gelilot Base.
Video Song for the IDF: May G-d Bless the Soldiers
A new video song by Dov Hoschander includes moving pictures of soldiers as he sings, “HaShem, protect our men in arms as they defend our land.”
Report: Danger Lurks in a PA State
The IDF and government must take a more aggressive tack to defend Jews living in Judea and Samaria, says top defense official Moshe Hisdai.
Uzi Dayan: Give Jews Free Access to Joseph's Tomb
Maj.-Gen. (res.) Uzi Dayan believes that the Palestinian Authority policemen who opened fire on Jewish worshipers should face Israeli justice.
A Strong Israeli Army Marches on a Healthy Stomach
Napoleon said an army marches on its stomach, and the IDF is in the midst of a “revolution” in the kitchen to make the stomachs healthier.
‘Anti-Missile Trees Are Latest IDF ‘Weapon’
The IDF is planting trees to block the line of vision of Gaza terrorists firing anti-tank missiles. One problem: It takes the trees years to grow.
Government Approves IDF Move to Negev
IDF to spend 19 billion shekels on moving IDF bases to Negev from central Israel in an attempt to boost development in the south.
Ever See a Kosher Helicopter?
Sights and sounds of Pesach preparations in Israel, the only country on earth with kosher aircraft.
IDF Team to Support Belarus Blast Probe
An IDF team is helping Belarus determine what caused an explosion in a Minsk subway station during the evening rush hour on Monday.
Video: Hamas Fires Mortar Shells from Cemetery
Hamas terrorists have found a new version of the "human shield” strategy. An Israeli Air Force drone spotted a cell firing mortars from a cemetery.
Barak Offers Ceasefire if Hamas Stops Shooting
Barak says Israel will stop attacking Hamas terrorists if they stop firing on Israelis. Attacks from Gaza dwindle. Mortar shell knocks out power.
Young Israel Donates 190th Sefer Torah to the IDF
The US and Israeli branches of the Young Israel movement last week dedicated, for the 190th time, a Sefer Torah (Torah scroll) to the IDF.
Barak: Hamas is Responsible for the Escalation
Defense Minister Ehud Barak meets with IDF commanders after the escalation in terror and says: Hamas is responsible, IDF will continue to respond.
IDF Toughens Rules on Firing at Arabs
From now on, every case in which uninvolved Arabs are killed by IDF will be investigated immediately by the Criminal Investigation Division.
What Is a “Pregnant Arab Woman” Doing in a Terrorist Tunnel?
The IDF bombs two terrorist tunnels in Gaza, but foreign media rely on Hamas sources that two women, one of them pregnant, were wounded.
IDF Kills Armed Terrorist; Hamas: He Was ‘Collecting Gravel’
The IDF kills an armed terrorist near the Gaza security fence after he did not respond to warnings to stop. Hamas: He was only collecting gravel.
Israel Rewards Hamas with Building Material for Schools, Homes
Hamas still holds Gilad Shalit and cancels another ceasefire, but Israel allows transfer of material for Gaza homes and schools.
Should Goldstone Apologize? Peres Says Yes; Lieberman Says No
Peres calls on Judge Richard Goldstone to publicly apologize for his report on alleged Israeli ’war crimes.' Lieberman: I don’t need his apology.
Hizbullah Fortifying South Lebanon
Hizbullah is fortifying south Lebanon and placing bunkers and weapons caches amidst the civillian population in accelerated preparations for war.
IDF Holds Large-Scale Staff Drill
The exercise is the first under Chief of Staff Benny Gantz. It simulated a war on several fronts, including the home front and public diplomacy.
Air Force Kills Rocket Terrorist after Kassam Launch
Israel continues its policy of "zero tolerance” for rocket attacks and kills a Gaza terrorist after his cell launched a Kassam at the Negev.
IDF Bombs Terrorists After ‘Ceasefire’ Offer and Rocket Attacks
The IDF scored direct hits on Islamic Jihad terrorists preparing to attack the Negev with more rockets. At least two terrorists were killed.
Israel's Military Goes Green for "Earth Hour."
It was lights out at IDF installations for an hour on as the IDF observed Earth Hour for the fourth time - two days before the rest of the world.
Friends of IDF Holds its Annual Gala in NYC
IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz was able to participate in Tuesday night's FIDF gala via satellite, thanks to Jerusalem Capital Studios.
Yeshiva Soldiers Dance on Enlistment Day
Shushan Purim - Purim in Jerusalem - was also the day on which dozens of Hesder yeshiva students enlisted, singing and dancing, in the IDF.
Large-Scale IDF Retaliation Strikes Gaza Terrorists Bases
Israeli aircraft bombed at least six terrorist sites in Gaza overnight, retaliation for massive mortar shell attacks on the western Negev.
Yoav Mordechai Named IDF Spokesman
Brigadier General Yoav (Poli) Mordechai appointed next IDF spokesman, will replace Brigadier General Avi Benayahu.
Youth to Boost IDF Morale with 20,000 Purim Gifts
Teenagers organize the distribution of 20,000 gift packages to IDF soldiers in honor of Purim.
New System Saves Soldiers from Missile Strike - Again
The IDF's 'Windbreaker' tank defense system works again, as terrorists' anti-tank missile narrowly misses troops.
'Send Quality Soldiers to Regular Units'
Deputy Chief of Staff Yair Naveh calls for elite soldiers to join regular brigades, not commando units.
Video: Sued Arab Filmmaker Calls Soldiers ‘Dogs’
Mohammad Bakri, Israeli Arab creator of the libelous film Jenin, Jenin defaming IDF fighters, calls soldiers "roused up dogs."
MK Wilf: Hareidi Enlistment Hurts Women
While the IDF works to boost hareidi-religious enlistment, MK Wilf worries that hareidi soldiers will mean fewer female soldiers.
IDF Bombs Terror Tunnels after Rocket Attacks on Negev
‘Mini-Cast Lead II’ continues. Gaza terrorists fired a rocket, and the Israeli Air Force bombed a smuggling tunnel and two terror training bases.
Draftees' Motivation for Combat at Record High
Percentage of eligible draftees who want to fight the enemy on the field climbed 10% in three years to an unprecedented level, near 80%.
Havat Gilad Soldier Sentenced to 30 Days in Prison
The IDF soldier who said he won't return to serve so he can help restore his home in Havat Gilad gets 30 days in prison.
US Jews Bring Purim Cheer to IDF Soldiers
US Jews plan to deliver thousands of mishloach manot packages to IDF soldiers in honor of Purim, and to host a festive concert in Ariel.
IDF Boosts Integration for Ethiopian-Israeli Soldiers
Study finds the IDF's Amir course for Ethiopian-born soldiers increases motivation to join elite units.
IDF Veteran Hero: Shelling Gaza is a Joke
Brig.-Gen. (res.) Amatzia Chen: IDF's weak response to rockets on Be'er Sheva 'borders on the ridiculous.'
IDF Wounds Seven Terrorists after Attacks on Soldiers, Civilians
Israeli soldiers wounded seven Gaza terrorists Wednesday after mortars were fired at IDF positions and civilians, none of whom were hurt.
The IDF Spokesperson: From Reporting to Marketing
New book brings together the important announcements made by the IDF Spokesperson throughout Israel's history. INN TV chats with the editor.
Meet the IDF Facebook-Twitter Commando
Arutz Sheva meets the army's special team for dealing with the information war online: the IDF New Media desk.
Photo Essay: Ashkenazi and Gantz Pray at Kotel
Outgoing and incoming IDF Chief of Staff went to pray at the Kotel following a ceremony in which Gantz officially took over from Ashkenazi.
New Media Makes ‘Dry’ Information Accessible
The IDF Spokespersons Unit explains at Herzliya Conference how it uses new media to make information accessible to everyone.
Lone Soldiers Get Credit at Israeli Supermarket
Lone soldiers receive credit to purchase basic necessities at Israel’s largest supermarket chain.
IDF Medics Deliver PA Baby in 'Difficult' Birth
IDF medics were the "midwives" for a Palestinian Authority Arab woman who gave birth to a premie in the Jordan Valley early Monday.
Growing Opposition to Government on Chief of Staff Decision
Ministers and ex-commanders criticize the government for rejecting Galant, failing to extend Ashkenazi's term.
Two Rocket Attacks Break Hamas ‘Ceasefire’ Pledge
Two Kassam missile attacks on a Negev kibbutz Tuesday evening broke Hamas’ promise to halt all terrorist attacks. The IDF has not retaliated – yet.
IDF Dedicates Torah Scroll to Missing Soldiers
Torah scroll at IDF Tel Aviv base dedicated to kidnapped and missing soldiers. Ashkenazi: IDF will always take care of missing soldiers.
World Terror on Agenda as Ashkenazi Attenda NATO Conference
The IDF’s Chief of Staff will address Israel’s security challenges and world terror at NATO Conference in Brussels.
Theater Actors Train IDF Soldiers
IDF Soldiers underwent a special training program involving none other than actors who presented possible situations at military checkpoints.
5,000th IDF Soldier to Convert to Judaism
The IDF remains a major impetus to conversion to Judaism, with the 5,000th conversion to take place soon.
Should IDF Service be Mandatory for All – or for None?
As protesters gather to demand that IDF service be mandatory for all, a rival gathering demands that service be made voluntary.
A Soldier's Journey through Judaism, Christianity and Islam
Meet Korey Bronson - a young IDF soldier who was born a Jew, raised as a Christian, converted to Islam, and returned to Judaism.
