IDF

'Thanks to you, I returned'

Watch: Captivity survivor Maxim Herkin in uniform once again

Captain (Res.) Maxim Herkin addressed an IDF ceremony wearing an IDF uniform, just over a week after being released from Hamas captivity.

Chief of Staff to soldiers: 'Go back to training for war'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir attends training session of the 91st Division, warns soldiers to 'go back to training and improving readiness for war.'

Haredim fume:

Military Police arrest yeshiva students at home for draft evasion

Two haredi yeshiva students, studying at prominent yeshivas, are arrested overnight for failing to appear for enlistment.

Bob Vylan frontman claims:

'BBC staff called my anti-IDF chant fantastic'

Bob Vylan frontman says BBC staff praised his Glastonbury set calling for death to IDF soldiers. BBC apologized for the chant and called it “unacceptable” after.

Bodies of hostages Arie Zalmanowicz and Tamir Adar returned

Hamas returns the bodies of Arie (Zalman) Zalmanowicz and Tamir Adar. The terrorist organization still holds the bodies of 13 hostages.

Concern in Judea & Samaria over reduction in defense positions

Local officials are warning about the security implications of reducing the number of territorial defense positions in Judea and Samaria due to budgetary considerations.

Explosive detonates in IDF-controlled area in Gaza

IDF investigating whether the explosive was planted recently or whether it is an old device that remains from before the ceasefire came into effect.

Al Jazeera publishes list of thousands of IAF service members

An Al Jazeera news program published a 'leaked document' with the names, photos, and information of 30,000 IAF pilots and service members.

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IDF conducts operation in Lebanon

Troops from the 810th Brigade dismantled posts belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Har Dov area.

IDF mocks Gaza journalist who eulogized terrorist

Al Jazeera photographer Fadi al-Wahidi eulogized his uncle, Taj al-Din al-Wahidi, a senior Hamas official killed in Jabalia, and was mocked online by the IDF.

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IDF forces mark Yellow Line in Gaza

Concrete barriers are being placed approximately every 200 meters, with adjustments made based on terrain conditions between each marker.

Report reveals:

Bedouin battalion soldiers involved in smuggling goods into Gaza

Soldiers from the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion allegedly smuggled hundreds of thousands of shekels worth in cigarrettes into the Gaza Strip using military vehicles and aid trucks.

Watch: IDF marks 'yellow line' border in Gaza

IDF begins placing yellow cement blocks along new 'yellow line' border in Gaza, marking where Hamas control ends and Israeli control begins.

'You have left a gaping hole'

Major Yaniv Kula is laid to rest

Nahal combat soldier Major Yaniv Kula from Modi'in, who was killed by an anti-tank missile in Rafah, was laid to rest on Mount Herzl. His father: 'Your guitar and organ have been abandoned; only the memory of your music remains.'

Hamas violates ceasefire:

PM orders strong response to attack on troops in Rafah

Hamas terrorists opened anti-tank fire at IDF forces in Rafah, IDF responds by striking in the area to eliminate the threat and dismantle tunnel shafts and military structures used for terrorist activity.

IDF confirms:

Body of Thai farmhand Sontaya Ukkharsri returned to Israel

The second body returned on Saturday night was identified as that of Thai citizen Sontaya Ukkharsri, who was murdered in the fields of Be'eri on October 7th, 2023.

Armed PA police spotted near Israeli town

Palestinian security forces entered the region of the Israeli town of Adam this evening after a mistake in coordination with the IDF.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist in southern Lebanon strike

IDF eliminates a Hezbollah terrorist in Kherbet Selem and dismantles a hostile structure in Yaroun, citing violations of Israel-Lebanon understandings.

After 2 years in captivity:

Hamas captivity survivor requests to return to IDF service

Former hostage Matan Angrest, who was released from Hamas captivity earlier this week, asks IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir to allow him to return to operational activity.

Israel to physically mark 'yellow line' in Gaza

Defense Minister Israel Katz says IDF will mark boundaries between Israeli- and Hamas-controlled areas of Gaza. 'Forces will fire on anyone crossing the boundary.'

IDF carries out series of strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

IDF struck infrastructure belonging to Hezbollah and its affiliate Green Without Borders, used for the terror organization's rehabilitation attempts.

IDF confirms:

Houthi Chief of Staff eliminated in Israeli strike

The Houthis have confirmed that their Military Chief of Staff, Muhammad Abd Al-Karim al-Ghamari, who was wounded in an Israeli airstrike, succumbed to his wounds.

Chief of Staff to 10/7 heroes

'You are the generation of victory'

The IDF Chief of Staff, Eyal Zamir, spoke with soldiers and commanders who fought in the battles on October 7 and told them, "From the brokenness and loss, your stories of heroism emerged, inspiring stories that prove there is hope. You are the generation of victory."

Next to wads of cash:

New footage of post-elimination Yahya Sinwar

One year later, IDF released footage showing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar after his elimination in Rafah by Bislah Brigade troops.

'Sorry my firstborn son'

IDF soldier Tamir Nimrodi laid to rest

Family members delivered emotional eulogies at the Kfar Saba Cemetery as IDF soldier Tamir Nimrodi was laid to rest following the return of his body from Gaza.

IDF prepares for decisive action against Hamas if war resumes

Defense Minister Israel Katz instructs the IDF to draft a comprehensive plan to defeat Hamas in Gaza should hostilities resume.

Two years after he fell

Captain Daniel Perez laid to rest

'We have learned that the Jewish nation might be the smallest nation in the world, but we are the biggest family,' says Rabbi Doron Perez, Daniel's father, calling for unity in the Jewish nation.

'You were always on my mind'

IDF Chief of Staff meets with released hostages

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir met with the returned hostages Matan Angrest and Eitan Horn at Ichilov Hospital

Soldier dances in yeshiva with plush Torah scroll found in Gaza

Yonatan Buzgalo, a student at the Karnei Shomron hesder yeshiva and an IDF soldier, returns to yeshiva bearing a plush Torah scroll found in Gaza.

Four slain hostages returned to Israel

Red Cross receives coffins containing the bodies of 4 hostages from Hamas, brings the coffins to the IDF.

IDF prepares for Hamas provocations during hostage release

Israel is preparing for Hamas provocations during the coming night and up to the actual release of the hostages from captivity.

Newspaper delivery triggered terror alert in Kochav Hashachar

A local newspaper distributor in Kochav Hashachar was identified as a terrorist last Friday. Residents remained in their homes for about three hours until the mistake was clarified.

IDF Chief:

Israel has defeated Hamas after two years of war

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir announced Israel’s victory over Hamas after two years of war, calling it an existential triumph and pledging lasting security for Israel.

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IDF troops operate on new ceasefire lines in Gaza

The IDF reported that troops continue operating in the area to remove any immediate threat to the soldiers.

7th Armored Brigade commander:

Our mission is not over, we continue to ensure Israel's eternity

'We will continue to ensure the eternity of Israel,' says 7th Armored Brigade commander, on completion of redeployment as part of the cessation of fighting,

Mixed-gender guard shifts at the Cave of the Patriarchs

Religious soldiers from Givati's advanced training course complained they were assigned to guard shifts alongside female Border Police officers, contrary to their religious way of life.

IDF commando brigade concludes Gaza operations

At a ceremony marking the end of the Commando Brigade’s mission in Gaza, IDF's 98th Division commander BG Guy Levy vows forces will remain on alert 'until all our hostages return,' praises troops’ resilience.

The highest sukkah in Israel

The military rabbi of the IDF post on the peak of Mount Hermon sends holiday greetings from the highest and northernmost sukkah in Israel.

IDF Spokesman declares: Hamas has been defeated

Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin hailed the redeployment along the 'yellow line' as a milestone, praised soldiers’ bravery, recalled 914 fallen, vowed continued defense, and warned the war is not over.

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Troops deploy on new lines while singing and dancing

As the ceasefire came into effect, troops from the Nahal Brigade took their new positions on the lines determined in President Trump's plan.

Security forces searching

Suspected infiltration in Kochav Hashachar in Binyamin region

Report received of a suspect who attempted to break into a house in Kochav Hashachar. IDF troops are searching the area alongside additional units.

Two Years Later:

Released terrorist killed trying to carry out attack

An attacker who about two years ago assaulted a Jewish shepherd was killed last night planting an IED near an Israeli farm.

The last elimination before the ceasefire?

At least four Hamas terrorists were killed in a strike in Gaza City, and dozens more were trapped under the rubble of the collapsed building.

Chief of Staff Zamir in Gaza:

'Military pressure and a ground offensive achieved the deal'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured the Gaza Strip with senior IDF officers, reviewed forces' readiness, and said that the deal was only possible due to the IDF.

Ahead of ceasefire:

IDF on high alert ahead of potential Hamas attacks and abductions

IDF Chief of Staff orders military to be prepared for any scenario, fearing Hamas may exploit final hours before ceasefire to carry out attacks on Israel or IDF forces.

IDF clears armored cars to be removed on Ashkelon-Sderot line

The rail line will return to full regular service after a lengthy period on a special schedule, enabling increased frequency to the western Negev.

Drones, rockets and machine guns:

Israeli forces intercept Iranian arms shipment

The ISA and the IDF thwarted a large-scale Iranian arms smuggling attempt intended to reach terrorist operatives in Judea and Samaria.

Expert team to investigate Gaza accident that wounded 3 soldiers

The IDF announced the establishment of a team of experts to examine the operational accident in southern Gaza, in which three reserve soldiers from Brigade 6 were injured by a grenade explosion.

Report:

The Chief of Staff's mistaken command on October 7th

New inquiry reveals the IAF did not make decisions independently on October 7, failing to attack hundreds of terrorists infiltrating Israeli territory. 'No intelligence, no preparedness.'

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IDF conducts intense operations in Judea and Samaria

Forces arrest suspects, seize arms and incitement materials, and destroy a pipe bomb in simultaneous operations across Judea and Samaria.

Ex-IDF investigator:

Military Police raid retaliation for criticizing Oct. 7 cover-up

Former IDF War Investigations head Oren Solomon says Military Police raided his home to smear his name, claims former Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi influenced investigations of October 7th massacre.

'He told me, ‘I forgive him''

Father of suspect recounts tearful meeting with victim's father

The father of the Border Police officer who accidentally shot his friend, IDF soldier Yosef Chaim Rabuch, said the act wasn’t intentional. Both fathers wept together and spoke of forgiveness.

IDF intercepts Gaza Flotilla, detains 150 activists at sea

Israeli Navy intercepts nine boats, arrests 150, attempting to breach blockade of Gaza.

IDF thwarts weapons smuggling attempt from Syrian territory

IDF foils a cross-border arms smuggling from Syria, arresting two suspects and seizing five firearms.

IDF on highest alert ahead of Sukkot holiday

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir raises alert level to the highest state during Sukkot, focusing on defense, operational drills, and air force readiness to ensure security during the holiday period.

Severe Criticism:

Does Minister Katz's use double standards?

Military correspondent Doron Kadosh reports that senior IDF officers 'express shock,' claiming that appointments that should have been based on professional considerations, have become political.

Haredi draft-dodger arrests continue despite protests,

Despite haredi protests, the IDF and Israel Police have continued to arrest haredi draft dodgers, including at Ben-Gurion airport.

MK Avi Maoz:

'Mixed feelings about hostage deal'

Noam Party Chairman Avi Maoz expresses concern about the implications of the deal to release the hostages, but still defines it as 'the best agreement for Israel in the current situation.'

IDF in Gaza:

IDF eliminates multiple terror cells in Gaza City strikes

The IDF strikes and eliminates several terrorist cells in Gaza City, including those preparing mortar and anti-tank attacks. One soldier was lightly injured and evacuated for treatment.

Soldier dedicates Torah scroll in memory of fallen commander

Hundreds attended the ceremony dedicating a Torah scroll in memory of the late Maj. (res.) Netanel Hershkovitz, a year after he fell in battle in the Gaza Strip.