IDF

'On high alert year-round'

Chief of Staff cancels IDF leaves

Newly-appointed IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announces dramatic move after investigations show Hamas took advantage of IDF leaves that resulted in fewer available personnel on October 7.

IDF attacks Hamas forces suspected of violating ceasefire

The IDF shot and bombed several Hamas terrorists suspected of violating the ceasefire in northern Gaza.

Smotrich:

'IDF is deluding the Cabinet'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich accused the IDF of not sharing relevant information with politicians.

IDF Confirms:

Draft target of 4800 haredim in one year cannot be met

The Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee held a discussion on the haredi draft law today, evaluating economic incentives for recruiting yeshiva students into the IDF.

In first working meeting:

Zamir and Netanyahu discuss return to war

The new IDF Chief of Staff ordered the Southern Command commanding officer to make changes to the attack plan so that the next ground maneuver would be more effective.

Brigadier General Effie Defrin appointed as IDF Spokesman

Defrin, a combat commander, fought and was wounded in the Second Lebanon War. In his last position, he served as the commander of the IDF International Cooperation Division.

Watch:

IDF Chief of Staff tours Syrian buffer zone

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir visited and conducted a situational assessment in the buffer zone in Syria together with commanders.

The only IDF unit not investigated

Almost all IDF units were investigated following the 10/7 massacre, except COGAT, the unit that shaped Israel's policy in Gaza.

New Chief of Staff announces surprise exercise

After unexpectedly conducting an exercise in Gaza during a visit to the Strip, newly-appointed IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has ordered another surprise element to test the readiness of IDF forces to deal with infiltration scenarios into bases and outposts.

Daniel Hagari's farewell:

'We'll continue to remain professional'

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari bids farewell to his subordinates after agreeing with Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir that he will step down.

Chief of Staff calls surprise exercise in Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir arrives in Gaza, calls surprise exercise. 'We must be ready for any scenario, it's not a question of 'if,' but of 'when' such an attack will happen.'

Despite sensitivity:

IDF to secure Jewish entry to gravesite on Lebanese border

IDF's Northern Command preparing for significant operation to secure entry of Jewish visitors to gravesite of Rav Ashi on Israel-Lebanon border.

Chief of Staff to troops:

'Always be ready and alert, you are our stop line'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir met with the soldiers of the Netzah Yehuda Battalion and conducted training exercises with them in the field.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We must defeat Hamas, we are preparing to return to battle'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir met with local leaders in the Gaza envelope and pledged: 'The hostages are our top priority.'

Tulkarm:

IDF dismantles drone and explosives production laboratories

Soldiers of the Kfir Brigade located a weapons storage facility containing approximately 100 pipe bombs, eight explosive devices, and a system for detonating explosives.

Defense Minister threatens:

'Hamas will witness IDF's strength as never before'

'We'll leave no stone unturned until we bring back all our fallen,' Defense Minister Israel Katz promises at IDF memorial ceremony.

New appointments in senior IDF positions

In a special appointment discussion, new appointments were made to senior command positions in the IDF, including commanders of brigades, military attachés and senior officers in the various directorates.

Minister Katz:

US President's support is a strategic asset that we must maintain

Minister of Defense Israel Katz addressed the General Staff Forum on Wednesday in its first meeting after Eyal Zamir assumed the position of Chief of Staff.

Ramadan concessions:

Removal of checkpoints set up after terror attacks

Despite the recent escalation in the region, the IDF enacted a series of concessions in Judea and Samaria, including the removal of checkpoints and the prohibition of patrols in villages.

Watch: Hamas leader in Jenin eliminated

Footage taken from helmet cam of a Border Police officer shows successful elimination of Hamas leader in Jenin Isser Saadi.

Chief of Staff Zamir:

'Hamas not yet defeated, mission is not yet complete

Incoming IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir awarded rank of Lieutenant General as outgoing Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi steps down. Watch.

Military analyst:

IDF's Oct. 7 inquiry shows criminal investigation is needed

Military analyst Yossi Yehoshua slams defense echelon's inquiries into failures which led to the October 7 massacre, calls for criminal investigation.

Strengthens online presence

IDF launches platforms in Turkish

Amid regional developments, the IDF Spokesperson launches official accounts in the Turkish language, thereby expanding the IDF’s digital presence to seven different languages.

Kibbutz Nahal Oz:

Local forces, civilians held back 1st wave, IDF failed

IDF investigation into the attack on Kibbutz Nahal Oz on 10/7 reveals the terrorists infiltrated the kibbutz in waves, the command system collapsed, and the IDF was not prepared for a large-scale attack.

In 2 hours on:

Netiv HaAsara attack: 3 terrorists murdered 17 residents on 10/7

The IDF investigation into the October 7th attack at Nativ HaAsara reveals that on that morning, 3 terrorists managed to massacre 17 civilians and kidnap more over a period of two hours.

Terrorist fires at soldiers at entrance to Homesh

Terrorist eliminated after opening fire on IDF troops at checkpoint near Burqa. No casualties reported.

Counterterrorism in Samaria:

Hamas chief in Jenin eliminated

Undercover Border Police officers, together with IDF soldiers from the Menashe Brigade and ISA intelligence, eliminated the head of the area's Hamas branch Isser Sa'adi, at the end of an exchange of fire.

Israel strikes senior Hezbollah officer

An Israeli source reported the killing of a senior Hezbollah officer with a drone strike on a vehicle in near Tyre.

Head of Operations Directorate retires from IDF

In a meeting held between the head of the Operations Directorate, Maj. Gen. Oded Basyuk, and the incoming Chief of Staff, Eyal Zamir, Basyuk requested to retire from the IDF after about four years in office.

IDF orders removal of mobile synagogue at Latrun

Civil Authority and IDF's Central Command order removal of mobile synagogue from Latrun Junction - with no warning.

Nahal Oz investigation:

Hamas knew how vulnerable IDF outpost near border was

Warrant Officer Ibrahim Kharuba, who fell while protecting female observers, told them, “It was my greatest honor to die for you and the State of Israel.”

Kfar Aza probe:

IDF failed to protect, local team kibbutz, residents fought alone

The investigation into the events at Kibbutz Kfar Aza on October 7 reveals serious deficiencies in defense and control during the battle, alongside the extraordinary heroism of the security volunteers and residents who fought the terrorists.

New haredi brigade concludes first training cycle

The Hashmonaim Brigade is intended as a destination for 'God-fearing haredim' and includes a number of special regulations intended to preserve a haredi lifestyle while in uniform.

February in Judea and Samaria:

Forces eliminate over two dozen terrorists, arrest hundreds

Over the past month, security forces in Judea and Samaria eliminated approximately 25 terrorists, apprehended 350 wanted individuals, seized 120 weapons, and destroyed hundreds of explosives.

Senior IDF Officer:

'We see no reason to prepare for Egyptian attack'

Brigadier General Itamar Ben-Haim told residents of southern Israel that the IDF does not anticipate an Egyptian attack at this stage.

Bereaved father:

Anyone who is found responsible must go to jail

Itzik Bonzel, father of Amit, who fell in Gaza, demands setting up a special prison unit for those responsible for the 10/7 massacre, including government ministers and IDF senior commanders.

Unseen force:

Israel preparing to conquer Gaza and eradicate Hamas

Incoming IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reportedly preparing more aggressive plan to deploy 50,000 troops to Gaza to defeat Hamas once and for all.

IDF:

Hezbollah financier who purchased weapons eliminated

Mahdi Ali Shaheen, a Hezbollah terrorist who had been coordinating terrorist transactions for the purchase of weapons on the Syria-Lebanon border in violation of the ceasefire. eliminated.

Chief of Staff on inquiries:

'Responsibility is mine, I was the commander on 10/7'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi addresses IDF commanders during a meeting in which inquiries into the events of October 7th were presented. 'I make sure, every single day, multiple times a day, to look failure in the eye.'

October 7th probe:

IDF misinterpreted Hamas' capabilities and intentions

The IDF's investigation into the October 7th Massacre uncovered how the defense ministry built its failed security approach and how Hamas deluded Israel.

PMO to IDF:

'Why were Oct. 7 investigations not presented to PM?'

Gvura Forum chairman, who lost his son in battle on October 7, expresses anger that the families of those who were killed during the massacre were not allowed to examine the results of the investigations before they are to be publically released.

Helmet cam footage:

This is how a terror attack was thwarted at the last minute

Terrorists caught in Shechem while traveling to carry out an attack found to possess two loaded M16s ready for use, alongside vests, masks, and ammunition.

IDF strikes significant Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon

The IDF says it struck Mahran Ali Nasser Al-Din, who played a significant role in Hezbollah’s weapons smuggling operations.

Judea and Samaria:

Forces arrest 19 in overnight operations

IDF, ISA, and Israel Police forces conducted counterterrorism activities on Tuesday night in Judea and Samaria. 19 wanted individuals were apprehended and seven guns were confiscated.

Lookout's mother:

'She continued reporting after terrorists infiltrated'

Mother of fallen IDF lookout Sergeant Yael Leibushor, says recordings reveals that her daughter 'picked herself up with the most confident voice, continued reporting while they were in the post.'

'The leak is a disgrace'

IDF's unusual request following the outrage of bereaved families

Families of female lookouts blast the leak of the IDF investigation of October 7 failures to the media before it was presented to them. The IDF is calling on media outlets to refrain from publishing partial information.

Extensive strikes

IDF attacks targets in southern Syria

IDF strikes military targets in southern Syria including command centers and multiple sites containing weapons. Defense Minister Katz: We will not allow southern Syria to turn into southern Lebanon.

Another Gaza violation:

Maritime vessels violated restrictions, IDF attacked

IDF identified several vessels that violated security restrictions in the Gaza maritime space and fired at them.

Miracle in Samaria:

Major bomb attack against security forces thwarted

Bomb with 100 kg of explosives dismantled before it could be used to commit a significant terrorist attack.

1200 shelters to be installed near northern border

The Ministry of Defense has announced significant upgrades to the defenses of 17 towns near Israel's border with Lebanon.

False identification:

Interceptor launched at aerial target in Golan Heights

Sirens sounded in the southern Golan Heights due to a suspicious aerial target which was later determined to be a false identification.

IDF detains two suspects who crossed into Israel from Jordan

IDF troops launch searches after identifying footprints near the border in the Dead Sea area, detain two suspects near the border who are believed to be migrant workers.

IDF forces on high alert in snowy border areas

IDF forces stationed on Israel's northern border operate under extreme weather conditions, defending Israel against threats from Syria and Lebanon - in the snow.

IDF ups readiness on Gaza Border

According to the IDF, readiness was increased in light of several alerts. 'There are currently no changes to the Home Front Command guidelines,' the IDF stated.

Netanyahu to new officers:

'We will defeat the monster, Hamas will not rule Gaza'

Netanyahu held up a photo of the Bibas family, who were murdered in captivity in Gaza, and stated: 'Against this we fight, and we must and can defeat those monsters - we will defeat them.'

During the funeral:

IDF reveals footage of Hassan Nasrallah's elimination

As IAF jets flew over a funeral ceremony for the Hezbollah leader, the IDF published footage of his demise.

In complex mission:

Arms smuggling ring from Jordan exposed

The ISA and Police uncovered a substantial smuggling ring from the Negev and Judea and Samaria that would smuggle large sums of weapons from Jordan to Judea and Samaria.

Defense Minister:

'Palestinians will not be allowed to return to refugee camps'

Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered the IDF to prevent Palestinians from returning to several refugee camps in Samaria.

1st time in over 20 years:

IDF tanks operate near Jenin

For the first time since Operation Defensive Shield in 2002, an armored force is operating in the Jenin area as part of Operation Iron Wall.

Israel Magen Fund:

Rapid Response - From ATVs to Emergency Gear

The Israel Magen Fund quickly supplied critical equipment to soldiers after the October 7th attack, ensuring they had essential gear like fire-fighting tools, helmets, and supplies.