IDF

Exposed:

Samaria Hamas cell prepared underground prison for hostage

Security forces uncovered a Hamas-linked cell that carried out deadly attacks, plotted an abduction, and dug a tunnel intended to imprison an Israeli hostage.

Bodycam footage:

IDF special forces capture terrorist commander on Mount Dov

In a nighttime operation in Lebanon, IDF troops apprehended a cell commander of the terrorist organization 'Lebanese Resistance Brigades'

Lt. Col. S's transformation

The commander who gave up an overseas career to build a new unit

When the October 7 massacre occurred and the war with Hamas broke out, Lt. Col. (res.) “S" was working in a prestigious position abroad-but he decided to return to Israel and establish a battalion tasked with defending the eastern sector.

Clashes in Lebanon:

Hezbollah terrorist squad eliminated, IDF soldier lightly wounded

Terrorists launched an anti-tank missile toward the forces. In a swift response, the troops engaged and eliminated the terrorists in a ground encounter.

After attempts to rebuild:

Iranian military industry suffers major blow

IAF strikes a major plant where the Iranian regime developed and produced explosive materials for a variety of weapons.

'Direct hit, Alpha, well done'

Watch: Loaded rocket launcher destroyed in Iran

IDF publishes footage of a strike on a ballistic missile launcher that was loaded and ready to be used for missile launches toward Israeli territory.

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Tunnel shaft from which 8 terrorists emerged destroyed

The Golani Brigade's combat team forces eliminated eight terrorists and destroyed a compound where the shaft from which they emerged was located.

Soldier stopped on main highway to help drivers and was run over

A soldier, on his way to operational activity in Lebanon, stopped on Route 6 to help the drivers of a broken-down vehicle and was hit by a passing car, 'He paid with his life for his willingness to help.'

Southern Lebanon:

Radwan Force terrorists surrender to infantrymen

Givati Brigade soldiers in southern Lebanon identified several armed Hezbollah Radwan Force terrorists who were planning to fire an anti-tank missile; the terrorists subsequently surrendered.

IAF drops over 100 bombs on regime headquarters in Tehran

In widescale wave of strikes, IDF targeted several Iranian regime security organization headquarters and bases, as well as key weapons manufacturing sites.

Old bombs discovered in forgotten bunker now being used on Iran

Thousands of bombs originally intended for Egypt decades ago are now being used by the IDF in strikes on Iranian regime targets.

IDF Chief on Lebanon:

Operation has just begun, in the end, Hezbollah will remain alone

IDF senior command approves advancement of targeted ground operations in Lebanon, with IDF Chief Zamir declaring, 'This is a prolonged operation, and we are prepared for it.'

IDF probing whether soldier fire killed man in Misgav Am

The IDF is investigating whether Ofer Moskowitz was killed by misdirected artillery fire, after initial reports blamed Hezbollah fire.

IDF strikes weapons production sites and headquarters in Tehran

Israeli Air Force struck Iranian military bases, weapons sites, and intelligence headquarters in Tehran as part of efforts to weaken regime capabilities.

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IDF strikes Lebanon's coastal highway bridge over the Litani

Following IDF evacuation warnings, IDF strikes bridge to prevent Hezbollah from transporting reinforcements and arms to southern Lebanon.

Homesh ramming suspect surrenders

The suspect who fatally rammed an Israeli teen near the Samaria town of Homesh over Shabbat has turned himself in to Israeli forces.

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Ten Hezbollah terrorists killed in Lebanon

IDF forces continue targeted raids on Hezbollah military structures in southern Lebanon, destroying infrastructure and seizing supplies.

Two waves of strikes

IDF destroys key Iranian weapons factories and missile launchers

The IDF intensifies its strikes on Iran’s military infrastructure, targeting factories and missile launch sites.

Ground military action:

Golani troops are here, for the People of Israel

Golani Brigade forces, under Division 36, carried out ground operations in southern Lebanon, destroying terror infrastructure and eliminating terrorists with air support.

Indictment:

Reservist in Iron Dome unit passed intel to Iran

IDF reservists serving in Iron Dome unit for contacting Iranian agents, carrying out security tasks in exchange for payment.

130 targets hit

IDF strikes Iranian ballistic missiles and UAVs

IDF strikes over 130 Iranian targets, including missiles and UAVs, in order to weaken Iran's defenses and missile capabilities.

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Four terrorists eliminated in northern Gaza

In two separate incidents, IDF forces identified armed Hamas terrorists approaching troops and worked to eliminate the threat.

'One of the most significant strikes'

Watch: IDF destroys Iranian ships on the Caspian Sea

For the first time, the IDF targeted Iranian targets on the Caspian Sea, striking naval vessels and infrastructure.

By The Numbers:

Who are the IDF's reservists?

A new report shows most reservists are employed, and more than half earn above the national average wage.

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New footage of IDF ground operations in Lebanon

IDF releases footage of 36th Division troops operating in southern Lebanon

Finding, detecting, eliminating

A look at IDF Field Reconnaissance operations in Lebanon

Since the beginning of Operation Roaring Lion, IDF soldiers have identified and eliminated dozens of Hezbollah terrorists and dismantled dozens of terrorist infrastructure sites.

IDF confirms:

Hezbollah-controlled gas stations targeted in overnight strikes

The IDF struck gas stations belonging to the al-Amana Fuel Company, a fundamental economic infrastructure that supports Hezbollah's military capabilities.

IDF: Hezbollah preparing rocket barrages toward Israel

The IDF warned that it has identified preparations by Hezbollah for rocket barrages toward Israel, stressing that forces are on high alert and acting to thwart the emerging threat along the northern border.

Minister Katz:

'Larijani and Soleimani joined Khamenei in the depths of hell'

Defense Minister Israel Katz announced Tuesday morning that two senior Iranian figures were eliminated overnight, following a situation assessment with top Israel Defense Forces officials.

Top Iranian officials dead

Dramatic night of eliminations in Iran

IDF confirms Basij Commander Gholamreza Soleimani eliminated. Top Iranian official Ali Larijani also among targets; battle damage assessment ongoing.

Tehran, Shiraz, and Tabriz:

Combined wave of strikes on missile sites and command centers

Israeli jets struck Iranian command centers and missile sites in Tehran, Shiraz, and Tabriz, expanding efforts to weaken regime capabilities.

36th Division joins ground operations in southern Lebanon

IDF troops launched limited ground operations in southern Lebanon to strengthen border defenses and counter Hezbollah threats.

Amid Iranian launches

IDF strikes in Tehran and Beirut

The IDF targets infrastructure in Tehran and Beirut. Sirens sound in central and northern Israel after launches from Iran that were intercepted without casualties.

Western leaders warn:

'Israeli ground offensive in Lebanon will have consequences'

Leaders of Canada, France, Germany, Italy and the UK condemn Hezbollah attacks on Israel but warn that a major Israeli ground offensive in Lebanon could have severe consequences.

Rock attack thwarted

Unit 636 snipers eliminate two terrorists in Samaria

Unit 636 snipers spot three terrorists throwing rocks at Israeli vehicles on a main road near Sinjil and open fire, eliminating two of them.

IDF Chief

'Hezbollah is in a war of survival, pressure on it will grow'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited the Northern Command, conducted a situation assessment with the commanders, and said that Hezbollah is in a war of survival.

Dramatic Footage

Nukhba terrorists identified - and eliminated in a vehicle

The IDF attacked and eliminated a terrorist cell that was planning a terrorist plot against forces in the Gaza Strip. Among the dead were Nukhba terrorists who participated in the October 7 massacre.

New footage:

Israeli F-35 jets make their way to bomb Iran

The IDF has published new footage of Adir F-35i fighter jets en route to strike Iranian regime targets.

Operation Roaring Lion:

This is how Israel struck Iran’s missile and defense systems

IDF publishes data on Operation Roaring Lion, which began after extensive intelligence preparation, a surprise opening strike, and widespread damage to the military and security capabilities of the Iranian regime.

Footage from Iran:

UAV squad attempts to flee - and is picked off

IDF publishes footage in which an aircraft struck a UAV site and subsequently eliminated UAV cell members fleeing from one of the structures.

IDF strike IRGC, Basij targets in western Iran

According to the IDF, the headquarters served the regime’s bodies to manage the ongoing activities and to advance terror attacks against the State of Israel and additional countries across the Middle East.

IDF refutes claim: No shortage of interceptors

IDF officials reject a report claiming a shortage of ballistic missile interceptors, stressing preparations for prolonged fighting.

IDF reveals:

Brother of Michigan terrorist was Hezbollah commander

According to the IDF, Ayman Ghazali's brother, Ibrahim, was responsible for managing weapons operations within a specialized branch of the Badr Unit and was eliminated in an IAF strike.

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Iranian soldiers reached UAV launch site and were killed

The IDF struck a UAV storage site in western Iran and killed soldiers who fled the site after the strike.

IDF demolishes home of Gush Etzion terrorist

IDF forces demolished in Dura the house of the terrorist who carried out the shooting in Gush Etzion, in which Yehoshua Aharon Tuvia Simcha was killed.

Two shepherds injured by riots over Shabbat

Dozens of Arab rioters attacked two Israeli shepherds in separate incidents over Shabbat in Sameia and Gush Etzion.

Air Defense Soldier:

'I just protected my own home'

Commanders at the Arrow missile battery Ein Shemer describe a heavy sense of responsibility and preparations for a campaign with Iran.

Operation Roaring Lion:

Over 350 Hezbollah terrorists eliminated so far

The IDF says it has eliminated over 350 Hezbollah terrorists, including senior commanders, in its ongoing Operation Roaring Lion.

Israel Air Force drops leaflets with QR codes over Beirut

Lebanese army claims that an Israeli aircraft dropped leaflets over Beirut containing QR codes for WhatsApp and Facebook, which allegedly lead to an Israeli intelligence unit responsible for recruiting agents.

Drill: Terrorist infiltration and missile strike on town

The IDF held a large-scale exercise yesterday in the area of the Jordan Valley Brigade for various emergency scenarios.

IDF strikes Iranian targets in three cities

The Israeli Air Force destroyed a strategic site for ballistic missile production in southern Iran and hit Revolutionary Guard command centers in the western part of the country.

IDF strikes bridge on the Litani River

The IDF attacked the A-Zararia bridge on the Litani River, which had served as a central crossing point for Hezbollah operatives from northern Lebanon to the south.

IDF strikes Hezbollah’s command centers across Lebanon

IDF targets Hezbollah infrastructure in Lebanon, including command centers, to counter terror threats. Efforts made to minimize civilian harm, with precision strikes and advance warnings issued.

'Thanks for saving my son'

Smotrich's moving hospital visit

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visits Galilee Medical Center to thank staff who treated his wounded son and fellow soldiers.

Bodycam footage

IDF troops raid Hezbollah compounds in southern Lebanon

IDF troops conducted targeted night operations and dismantled terrorist infrastructure in Hezbollah compounds in southern Lebanon.

Special footage from Tehran:

IDF hits Iranian units deployed to suppress protests

The Israeli Air Force struck Basij forces and roadblocks across Tehran after identifying their deployment, targeting units involved in suppressing protests.

IDF Chief in the north:

The campaign in Lebanon will not be short

IDF Chief Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir reinforced Northern Command forces and said Israel will continue striking Hezbollah and Iran as the multi-front war intensifies.

Indictments dropped in Sde Teiman affair

The IDF announced that the indictment in the affair was dropped after evidentiary difficulties, the release of the detainee to Gaza, the investigation of the leaks, and concerns about the defendants' right to a fair trial being violated

IDF admits: We erred

IDF admits Hezbollah terror group planned to launch waves of missiles and UAVs, but intelligence and offensive attacks thwarted two-thirds of the planned launches.

IDF Spokesman:

'Your AI is as stupid as you are'

IDF Arabic spokesman Avichay Adraee denounced a Hezbollah video of a missile strike in Israel as a digital forgery.