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IDF upholds jail time for soldier who expressed political view

Central Command commander: 'We will not tolerate instances in which soldiers overstep boundaries and abuse their position of authority.

IDF upholds jail time for soldier who expressed political view

'No end in sight' - IDF thwarts 300 attacks in past year

As Israel detains more terror suspects, attacks across Judea, Samaria, and other places in the country continue with no respite.

'No end in sight' - IDF thwarts 300 attacks in past year

Dozens of Arabs throw rocks at soldiers operating in Samaria

1 soldier injured after being attacked while distributing demolition orders soldiers open fire at man throwing Molotov cocktails.

Dozens of Arabs throw rocks at soldiers operating in Samaria

Givati soldier requests lighter prison sentence

The Givati soldier sentenced to military prison for taunting an activist in Hebron has asked for a lighter sentence.

Givati soldier requests lighter prison sentence

Near Hebron

Two IDF vehicles stuck, Arabs throw rock and explosives at them

Two IDF jeeps rescued after being stuck in Palestinian Arab town of Beit Ummar. Terrorists throw rocks and explosives at the soldiers.

Two IDF vehicles stuck, Arabs throw rock and explosives at them

66% of Israelis support soldiers' right not to hear women sing

New survey shows nearly two-thirds of Israelis believe soldiers shouldn't have to attend events at which women sing, unless they wish to.

66% of Israelis support soldiers' right not to hear women sing

Military police trickery:

Troops came to file complaint, MPs waited to investigate them

Soldiers who went to file complaints against their attackers were met by military investigators who were investigating them.

Troops came to file complaint, MPs waited to investigate them

The rabbi who attended seven IDF marches in two weeks

Yeshivat Lev Hatorah's Rabbi Dudi Winkler accompanied his lone soldier students, on seven different marches over the past two weeks

The rabbi who attended seven IDF marches in two weeks

Father of soldier from Hebron incident: 'My son is a hero'

The father of a soldier who confronted leftist activists in Hebron: 'I expect the chain of command to support their soldiers'

Father of soldier from Hebron incident: 'My son is a hero'

Soldiers suspended in Hebron incident: We were provoked

The soldiers filmed attacking left-wing activists claim that the footage shows only part of the incident.

Soldiers suspended in Hebron incident: We were provoked

IDF soldier suspended for punching left-wing activist in Hebron

IDF soldier documented punching activist, while another yells: "Ben Gvir will restore order here". Both soldiers suspended.

IDF soldier suspended for punching left-wing activist in Hebron

In preparation for Netanyahu:

Israel's 'Air Force One' returns to the skies

State airplane "Kanaf Tzion," grounded by PM Lapid, set to resume service within weeks.

Israel's 'Air Force One' returns to the skies

Outpost security chief fired:

Security chief accused of collaborating with Hilltop Youth

"He stymied the work of the ISA's Jewish Department."

Security chief accused of collaborating with Hilltop Youth

Arab terrorist killed as Israeli group visited Joseph's Tomb

Terror suspects arrested in raids overnight, while terrorist gunned down during attack on IDF forces securing visit to Joseph's Tomb.

Arab terrorist killed as Israeli group visited Joseph's Tomb

Hesder Rabbis:

'We advise our students not to enlist in the Armored Corps'

Rabbi Yaakov Medan and Rabbi Amichai Gordin from Yeshivat Har Etzion apologize to students after IDF cancels men-only officer's course.

'We advise our students not to enlist in the Armored Corps'

Religious leaders livid:

IDF cancels for men only training course

Religious Zionism rabbis are seething after a separate course for men in the armored brigade was cancelled by the army.

IDF cancels for men only training course

Jenin: 3 terrorists wounded in gun battle with IDF soldiers

Terrorist responsible for shooting attacks captured during raids. Three terrorists shot while attacking soldiers.

Jenin: 3 terrorists wounded in gun battle with IDF soldiers

Army Commander:

'Attack on soldier won't hurt IDF ties with Hebron Jews'

After an Israeli citizen attacked a soldier in Hebron over the weekend the commander charged with the region addresses the city's residents

'Attack on soldier won't hurt IDF ties with Hebron Jews'

Chief of Staff condemns violence against soldier in Hebron

'Shameful and criminal' attack by Israeli civilian on Israeli soldier requires 'rapid lawful response,' IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi says.

Chief of Staff condemns violence against soldier in Hebron

Watch: Haredim dance with soldiers in Hebron

Following conclusion of Shabbat in Hebron, a group of haredi yeshiva students gather to dance, lift two IDF soldiers onto their shoulders.

Watch: Haredim dance with soldiers in Hebron

Following Ariel attack:

Hundreds of permits to be revoked from terrorist's relatives

Defense Minister Gantz approves cancellation of hundreds of permits in Israel for family members of Ariel terrorist.

Hundreds of permits to be revoked from terrorist's relatives

IDF prepares to demolish home of Ariel terrorist

Security forces map home of terrorist who murdered three Israelis near Ariel, ahead of its demolition.

IDF prepares to demolish home of Ariel terrorist

Chief of Staff:

'Operation Break the Wave to continue' after deadly stabbing'

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi visits scene of stabbing attack near Ariel where 3 Israelis were murdered today.

'Operation Break the Wave to continue' after deadly stabbing'

'I see the spirit repeatedly and the spark in your eyes'

IDF awards Operational Service Award to various IDF units involved in counterterrorism activity.

'I see the spirit repeatedly and the spark in your eyes'

Soldiers kill one during suspected terror ramming attack

IDF soldiers targeted in apparent terrorist ramming attempt, opening fire and killing one and wounding another.

Soldiers kill one during suspected terror ramming attack

IDF ammo theft:

Investigation shows gaps in security, multiple false alarms

The results of the preliminary investigation into the infiltration of the Tznobar were presented to the commander of IDF Northern Command

Investigation shows gaps in security, multiple false alarms

Former Chief of Staff:

'I see no problem with the rules of engagement'

Gadi Eizenkot, MK-elect & former Chief of Staff, says party won't join Netanyahu gov't, claims 'no problem' with current open fire policies.

'I see no problem with the rules of engagement'

Ammunition stolen from IDF base in northern Israel

Circumstances of the theft are being investigated by the military police.

Ammunition stolen from IDF base in northern Israel

Historic:

In first, senior IAF official visits Kingdom of Bahrain

'Visit continues the strengthening of relations, cooperation, between IDF and militaries of the region.'

In first, senior IAF official visits Kingdom of Bahrain

For over a decade:

Lebanese farmers cross into Israeli territory to harvest olives

IDF allows Lebanese farmers to harvest in olive groves that cross into Israeli territory near a number of Lebanese villages in the area.

Lebanese farmers cross into Israeli territory to harvest olives

IDF thwarts weapons-smuggling attempt in Jordan Valley

IDF, Israel Border Police and “Yagal” Unit forces thwarted a smuggling attempt of five weapons in the Jordan Valley area.

IDF thwarts weapons-smuggling attempt in Jordan Valley

Appreciation event for outstanding soldiers in Break the Wave

Citations, Certificates of Excellence and Certificates of Appreciation given to commanders, soldiers in Operation Break the Wave.

Appreciation event for outstanding soldiers in Break the Wave

First-ever haredi hesder yeshiva enters 2nd year of operation

Netzach David, Israel's first-ever haredi hesder yeshiva, enters second year of operation, integrating Torah learning with combat service.

First-ever haredi hesder yeshiva enters 2nd year of operation

Second time in two days:

IDF thwarts drug smuggling attempt on Egyptian border

Soldiers spotted several suspects attempting to smuggle drugs over the southern border troops arrived at the scene and thwarted the attempt

IDF thwarts drug smuggling attempt on Egyptian border

Outstanding units receive citations for Operation Break the Wave

Chief of Staff: These units stood out in their counterterrorism efforts and prevented attacks on the home front.

Outstanding units receive citations for Operation Break the Wave

IDF soldiers eliminate rock-throwing terrorist in Binyamin

Several vehicles sustain damage as a result of rock-throwing on Highway 60.

IDF soldiers eliminate rock-throwing terrorist in Binyamin

Following rocket fire:

IDF attacks Hamas rocket development complex

Fighter jets strike underground military site used as rocket development and production complex.

IDF attacks Hamas rocket development complex

IDF opens roadblocks around Shechem

The roadblocks were placed last month as a response to the uptick in terrorist activity in the city.

IDF opens roadblocks around Shechem

How the generals lost the battle

IDF soldiers want to eliminate terrorists, not be subjected to progressive ideas that blame terror on "societal rifts." Op-ed.

How the generals lost the battle

Watch: Police pursue French Hill stabber

IDF publishes footage of pursuit of terrorist who stabbed and seriously wounded a Jewish man in Jerusalem a week and a half ago.

Watch: Police pursue French Hill stabber

IDF investigation finds: Soldier on leave threw stones at troops

The investigation into a recent incident finds that a soldier, working with local Palestinians, refused to leave a closed military zone

IDF investigation finds: Soldier on leave threw stones at troops

Chief of Staff visits scene of Kiryat Arba attack

General Staff Aviv Kochavi holds situational assessment after civilian murdered in shooting at store by Kiryat Arba-Hebron.

Chief of Staff visits scene of Kiryat Arba attack

IDF Officer:

"The security officer was injured. I responded with fire"

IDF officer Second Lieutenant B’ speaks about deadly terror attack near Hebron

"The security officer was injured. I responded with fire"

After deadly attack:

IDF maps house of Hebron terrorist for demolition

Brother of terrorist who murdered Israeli civilian in shooting in Hebron arrested.

IDF maps house of Hebron terrorist for demolition

Shooting attack:

Terrorists open fire towards soldiers near Shechem

Terrorists open fire from passing vehicle at a military post near Shechem. Soldiers respond by firing at two suspicious vehicles.

Terrorists open fire towards soldiers near Shechem

Elon Moreh resident attacked: IDF says it never happened

Resident says army's response to stone-throwing attack against him 'more humiliating' than the attack itself.

Elon Moreh resident attacked: IDF says it never happened

The IDF concludes:

Women will operate tanks

After a trial period that lasted several years, the female tank squad will become a permanent part of the Border Security Force.

Women will operate tanks

Lions' Den terrorist linked to shooting attack captured

Brother of Lions' Den terrorist nabbed in IDF raids, along with Lions' Den terrorist linked to Huwara shooting attack.

Lions' Den terrorist linked to shooting attack captured

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We operate professionally but are not free from mistakes'

IDF Chief of Staff speaks at ceremony in memory of fallen soldiers of the Kfir Brigade, comments on the fight against terror.

'We operate professionally but are not free from mistakes'

Har Bracha;

Civilian security coordinator suspended after altercation

IDF says security coordinator 'deviated from behavior expected from security personnel' in allowing civilian to use riot dispersal tools.

Civilian security coordinator suspended after altercation

Watch: Footage of raid on 'Lions Den' headquarters

5 terrorists, including a leader of the Lions Den terrorist organization, were killed in the raid in Shechem.

Watch: Footage of raid on 'Lions Den' headquarters

At least four terrorists dead

IDF destroys 'Lions Den' infrastructure in Shechem

Palestinian Arabs report four dead and 19 wounded in gunfire exchange between security forces and terrorists in Shechem.

IDF destroys 'Lions Den' infrastructure in Shechem

Soldiers suspended for abusing Arab

IDF soldier suspended after engaging in violence against Arab man in Hebron. Fellow soldier, officer suspended for not stopping him.

Soldiers suspended for abusing Arab

IDF Rules of Engagement gave terrorists time to murder a family

A terrorist shot into a Sukkah. IDF snipers saw him before he did so, so what kept them from shooting first? Op-ed.

IDF Rules of Engagement gave terrorists time to  murder a family

Yair Lapid’s “fight vs flight” dilemma

Contradictory revelations on the IDF service of alternate PM Lapid give the feeling that he has been less than honest with the public.Op-ed.

Yair Lapid’s “fight vs flight” dilemma

Military police probing:

Tens of thousands of rounds of ammunition stolen from IDF base

Commander appointed to conduct a systemic examination and draw lessons on the conditions that made the theft possible.

Tens of thousands of rounds of ammunition stolen from IDF base

Second suspect arrested in connection with attack on soldiers

Police announce arrest of second suspect in attack on IDF commander and his soldiers by Jews near Shechem.

Second suspect arrested in connection with attack on soldiers

IDF soldier arrested for Samaria attack on troops

The Samaria resident was arrested for allegedly being involved in the attack, police continue to search for additional suspects

IDF soldier arrested for Samaria attack on troops

Unusual incident near Shechem:

Jews attack battalion commander and his troops

IDF force which acted to disperse rioters in the Huwara area violently attacked by several Jewish residents.

Jews attack battalion commander and his troops

After terrorist eliminated:

Head of IDF Manpower Directorate visits Noa Lazar's family

Major General Yaniv Asor tells the family: The late Noa is an example and a model of the spirit of volunteerism and devotion.

Head of IDF Manpower Directorate visits Noa Lazar's family