IDF

Report:

USA intelligence believes Hezbollah is rebuilding

Hezbollah is attempting to restore its capabilities and rebuild stockpiles following the severe damage from Israeli attacks.

'Exceeded his authority'

IDF Spokesman criticizes government, is immediately reprimanded

IDF Spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari criticized Knesset legislation that would grant immunity to soldiers who pass on classified information, without authorization, to the political echelon.

3rd terrorist from squad that murdered Yehonatan Deutsch arrested

Ayman Ghanam, the head of a terrorist cell that planned to carry out a terrorist attack and posed an imminent threat to Israeli civilians, arrested in Nablus hospital.

Minister Katz reveals:

IAF participated in pager explosions

The Defense Ministry spokesperson changed the text of Defense Minister Katz's remarks at the Tel Nof Airbase to omit the detail, but in the footage it released he is heard clearly mentioning the attack that wounded thousands of Hezbollah terrorists.

IDF investigation:

Hostages whose bodies were recovered were murdered by captors

The IDF found that six hostages whose bodies were recovered in August were most probably murdered in captivity, but did not rule out the possibility that they were killed as the result of an airstrike.

'Rise from this grief'

Sgt. Yair Hanania's last letter before he fell in battle in Gaza

Sgt. Hanania's family discovered a letter he wrote before he was killed in battle against Hamas in case he did not return from the war calling on them to continue to act to fix the world.

First haredi Air Force ground technical crew formed

Haredi soldiers certified as first-level technicians on F-16 fighter jets to serve at Air Force operational center.

IDF:

Hague ruling endangers IDF soldiers travelling abroad

Following warrants issued against Netanyahu and Gallant in the Hague, IDF instructs soldiers who served in Gaza to avoid leaving the country for fear of arrest.

IDF Chief in south Lebanon:

Mission is to ensure area doesn't revert to terror infrastructure

IDF Chief of Staff holds situational assessment in the southern Lebanon region. ' Here, in the first circle of closer villages, there are no operatives. What was here has been destroyed.'

Hezbollah rep. to Syrian military eliminated

Salman Nemer Jamaa, Hezbollah’s representative to the Syrian military, eliminated in IAF strike in Damascus.

IDF destroys Hezbollah tunnels, clears 'all threats' near Mt. Dov

810th “Mountains” Regional Brigade neutralizes Hezbollah underground infrastructure in Mount Dov area.

IDF establishes new unit in Golan Heights

In a formal ceremony led by Brigadier General Yair Pelai, a new unit named 'Pereh' was established to enhance operational response in the Golan Heights.

After Hezbollah mortar attack:

IAF strikes dozens of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

IDF announces that air force striking in Lebanon after Hezbollah fired 2 mortar rounds at northern Israel in first such attack since the ceasefire.

On the Law exempting Yeshiva Students from Military Service

It is a great commandment from the Torah to save a person in danger. When it comes to saving all of Israel, it is considered a clear obligatory war. The commandment to study Torah does not override the commandment to enlist in the army but the discussion about the government’s survival is a different matter and coercive conscription is not feasible

Deputy Chief of Staff in Gaza:

'Strain is evident, important to expand our ranks'

'Military efforts will intensify until Hamas is destroyed,' says Deputy Chief of Staff to combat soldiers in Gaza.'

IDF rejects Ya'alon's statements:

'Serious accusations that harm soldiers'

IDF issues a statement rejecting former Defense Minister's allegations of ethnic cleansing. 'IDF operates in accordance with international law.'

Netanyahu:

We're following situation in Syria, enforcing Lebanon ceasefire

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to new recruits for the Armored Corps, stresses, 'We're aggressively enforcing the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, any violation is met by a powerful response by the IDF.'

Israeli airstrike targets terrorists in Jenin

The IDF reported an airstrike targeting a terrorist cell in northern Samaria, linked to recent attacks.

Ballistic missile from Yemen

Sirens sounded in Shfela region

Sirens heard in Beit Shemesh, Modi’in, Ramle, Lod, and many other communities in the Shfela region. IDF says a missile from Yemen was intercepted before it crossed into Israeli territory.

Report:

Netanyahu, Katz want Halevi to step down in 2-3 months

Kan 11 News report says Israel’s political leadership wants IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi to step down around the conclusion of the 60-day trial period for the Lebanon ceasefire agreement.

Lebanon ceasefire:

IDF identifies and thwarts terrorist activity in southern Lebanon

IDF identifies terrorist activity and movement of a Hezbollah portable rocket launcher, says threat was thwarted in an IAF strike.

After Samaria attack:

Security forces operate at the home of the terrorist

IDF and Shin Bet say the terrorist, Samer Mohammed Hussein, is a former prisoner who served time in Israeli prisons over terror-related activities he carried out for the Hamas terrorist organization.

IDF Chief of Staff hints he may resign due to October 7th inquiry

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi hints at resignation after the conclusion of October 7 inquiries. He emphasized the importance of the process and commander accountability.

IDF Northern Command head:

We'll aggressively enforce ceasefire, won't let Hezbollah return

Commanding Officer of the Northern Command, Major General Ori Gordin, says IDF ready to resume combat in Lebanon if Hezbollah 'makes a mistake.'

Over 12,500 terror targets:

IDF summarizes Operation Northern Arrows

During Operation Northern Arrows, 2,500 senior Hezbollah members were eliminated and most of its launch capabilities were eliminated.

Netanyahu visits IDF Space Center

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited IDF Unit 990 and was briefed about the nation's satellites and the campaign in space, as well as future force-building processes in the field.

Updated rules of engagement

'Armed terrorists and Hezbollah operatives will be eliminated'

The IDF announced that it would act aggressively against Hezbollah and terrorists pretending to be civilians to maintain its operational achievements.

IDF Spokesman:

'Today we enforced ceasefire violations in the field'

IDF Spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari summarizes the first day of the ceasefire. ' The IDF's mission is to enforce the agreement - any violation of the ceasefire will be met with fire.'

Report:

IDF foiled Hezbollah attempt to develop chemical weapons

According to the unsourced report, the weapons were meant to be used by Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force during an invasion of Israeli territory.

1st day of the ceasefire

IDF: Violations will be enforced, will see if ceasefire will last

The IDF summarized the first day of the ceasefire and emphasized that the test of the agreement will be the enforcement against Hezbollah's violations and attempts to rebuild its war machine.

Moments before ceasefire:

IDF strikes Hezbollah's largest missile production site

Due to its proximity to Syria, the site was a central point through which thousands of weapons components and even terrorist operatives were smuggled between Syria and Lebanon.

Gaza:

Hamas terrorists fire anti-tank missiles from hospital

Hamas terrorists fired anti-tank missiles from the Indonesian Hospital at IDF troops operating in the northern Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu and Katz:

IDF ordered not to allow return to Lebanese border villages yet

PM and Defense Minister order IDF not to allow residents of Lebanese villages on the border with Israel to return to their homes yet, as stipulated by the terms of the ceasefire agreement.

Chief of Staff:

'Ceasefire enforcement will be more determined than the fighting'

IDF Chief of Staff Halevi comments on Lebanon ceasefire, says 'We are very, very determined to enforce the guidelines and bring about a completely different reality to the residents of the North.'

Military burial:

Navigator Asaf Dagan approved military burial in civilian plot

The family of combat navigator Asaf Dagan receives update from Minister of Defense: Dagan has been approved a military burial, in a civilian plot.

Sergeant Tamer Othman fell in battle in Gaza

Sgt. Othman, 21, from Kafr Yasif, a soldier in the Nahshon Battalion (90), Kfir Brigade, fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip.

Commando Brigade eliminates Hezbollah regional commander

Over the past week, the Commando Brigade identified and eliminated an armed terrorist cell, including Hezbollah's regional commander in the area. The regional commander was responsible for conducting terror operations and rocket attacks on northern Israeli communities, including Metula.

With looming ceasefire:

IAF strikes 20 Hezbollah sites in Beirut in 2 minutes

IAF strikes 20 terror targets in the area of Beirut, including an aerial defense unit center, an intelligence center, command centers, weapons storage facilities, an operations room, an artillery storage facility, and terrorist infrastructure sites.

IDF strikes more Hezbollah Executive Council control centers

Following the strikes on the terrorist command centers and the Hezbollah Executive Council control centers earlier today, the IDF conducted intelligence-based strikes on two of the council’s command centers and several other command centers.

IDF exposes Hezbollah smuggling routes via Syria

The IDF reveals a series of attacks that thwarted attempts to transfer weapons through Syria to Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Under fire:

Dramatic evacuation of injured soldier from battlefield

Logistics operations, tank repairs during combat and saving lives on the battlefield: this is how the Technology and Logistics Division functions.

Hezbollah launcher used to fire 20 rockets at Nahariya struck

The IAF conducted intelligence-based strikes on command centers of Hezbollah's coast-to-sea missiles unit, communication units, and two additional Hezbollah military command centers in the Dahieh area.

IDF strikes 25 Hezbollah Executive Council targets

Administrative and supreme body of Hezbollah targeted in airstrikes in Nabatieh, Baalbek, Beqaa Valley, Dahieh, and the outskirts of Beirut.

New ships and arms

Billions of shekels acquisition approved for IDF

Ministerial Procurement Committee approved several acquisitions including the Reshef project – the next navy corvette – as well as the acquisition of hundreds of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles.

HFC Chief at impact site:

'Resilience of the home front enables IDF to continue operating'

Home Front Command Commanding Officer Rafi Milo visited a rocket impact site in Haifa. 'The resilience and steadfast strength of the home front enable the IDF to continue operating, striking, and hitting our targets— we will persist and continue to do so.'

150 Hezbollah targets raided, dozens of terrorists killed

The 36th Division is concluding its second consecutive month in Lebanon with a lengthy roster of operational successes.

Israel transfers 17 patients out of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza

The IDF noted that, through COGAT, it has transferred 323 patients, caregivers, and medical staff from hospitals in the northern Gaza Strip over the past few weeks.

Hezbollah weapons smuggling site on Lebanon-Syria border struck

Site near Jousieh Crossing used to transfer weapons from Syria to Hezbollah through the terrorist group's 4400 Unit struck by IAF.

Hebron:

Dozens of Israelis attack Central Command chief Avi Bluth

Dozens of extremist youths cursed and shouted slogans against the IDF and pursued the Central Command chief Avi Bluth and other officers who accompanied him while declaring them "Traitors.''

IDF neutralizes explosive traps in Jabaliya

So far, approximately 300 structures, rigged with hundreds of explosives as ambushes against IDF troops have been located and neutralized.

Islamic Jihad rocket unit commander eliminated

Khalid Abu Daqqa, Commander of the Islamic Jihad's Rocket Unit, eliminated while operating inside the Humanitarian Area in Deir el-Balah in the central Gaza Strip.

5 Hamas terrorists who participated in 10/7 murders eliminated

Terrorists, including Nuhkba commander and another Hamas commander who led the massacres and kidnappings on the Mefalsim road on October 7th, eliminated.

Staff Sergeant Ron Epshtein fell in battle in Gaza

SSG Epshtein, 19 from Nesher, was a soldier in the Tzabar Battalion of the Givati Brigade. He was killed in a mortar strike in Jabaliya.

With soldiers' help:

How settlement movement leader entered the Gaza Strip

A military jeep picked up Daniella Weiss, without authorization of the top brass, and took her into a closed military zone in Gaza where she scouted out potential locations for a Jewish community.

Following death of reservist:

Chief of Staff: Team will 'strengthen operational discipline'

IDF Chief of the General Staff Herzi Halevi orders the establishment of a team of experts to examineand strengthen operational discipline in combat after Maj (Res.) Ze’ev Hanoch Jabo Erlich fell in combat in southern Lebanon.

Nine terrorists eliminated in Jenin

During a 48-hour Jenin-area counterterrorism operation: Security forces eliminate nine terrorists in ground and aerial strikes, destroy dozens of explosives, and arrest wanted suspects.

For 20 minutes

IDF monitors UAV fired from Lebanon

Sirens activated in communities in the Western Galilee. IDF monitors and intercepts UAV launched from Lebanon. Fragments from the interception fall in Nahariya, no injuries reported.

Ze'ev Erlich, scholar of the Land of Israel, killed in Lebanon

Erlich, 71, was an expert on the history of the Land of Israel. According to an initial investigation he was killed while inspecting an archeological site in Lebanon after embedding with troops without proper authorization.

Cleared for publication:

SFC (res.) Eitan Ben Ami killed in building collapse in Lebanon

Sergeant First Class (res.) Eitan Ben Ami, 22, from Jerusalem, was a soldier in the Commando Brigade's Maglan Reservist Unit.

Halevi in Lebanon:

'Our mission is clear— return residents to northern Israel'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Herzi Halevi visited southern Lebanon and held a situational assessment.