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Terrorists open fire on Israeli police in Samaria

6 terrorists wounded after opening fire on Israeli police officers, attacking them with pipe bombs and Molotov Cocktails.

Terrorists open fire on Israeli police in Samaria

IDF announces mass training excercise to counter Hezbollah

The IDF's excercise along Israel's northern border comes at a time when tensions with Iran are at their highest in years.

IDF announces mass training excercise to counter Hezbollah

Supporting the troops

Israel’s defense is our defense, as a Jewish community here in New York and around the globe. Op-ed.

Supporting the troops

New IDF Defense Attaché to the United States enters office

Major General Hidai Zilberman took office as the Defense Attaché to the United States.

New IDF Defense Attaché to the United States enters office

In first, autistic youth to enlist in regular IDF service

New 'Titkadmu' program allows high-functioning ASD youth to enlist in regular IDF service, serve in regular units.

In first, autistic youth to enlist in regular IDF service

IDF bolsters anti-drug guidelines

According to the new set of rules, soldiers smoking marijuana may be placed on trial and lose their financial benefits.

IDF bolsters anti-drug guidelines

Report: Jordanian intelligence foiled ISIS attack on Israelis

Four ISIS operatives were arrested and convicted by Jordan after planning terror attacks against IDF soldiers, Jewish targets, report says.

Report: Jordanian intelligence foiled ISIS attack on Israelis

IDF combats drug use among soldiers

New campaign by Israeli military looks to combat drug use among soldiers, warning draftees of 'heavy price' they'll pay for drug possession.

IDF combats drug use among soldiers

IDF attacks Hamas military camp in Gaza

In response to incendiary balloon attacks, IDF fighter jets strike Hamas military camp located near civilian sites including a school.

IDF attacks Hamas military camp in Gaza

Terrorists who threw firebombs in Samaria arrested

IDF forces thwart throwing of firebombs and rocks at vehicles near Mevo Dotan. One terrorist shot, two apprehended after a chase.

Terrorists who threw firebombs in Samaria arrested

Five infiltrate Israel from Jordan

IDF troops and security forces apprehend five suspects who crossed into Israel illegally from Jordan.

Five infiltrate Israel from Jordan

Infiltrators returned to Lebanon

2 Sudanese infiltrators arrested after illegally crossing border searching for employment.

Infiltrators returned to Lebanon

Golani Brigade ready for war in Lebanon

IDF readies soldiers for the next war with a more powerful Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Golani Brigade ready for war in Lebanon

Suspected infiltration from Lebanon, IDF conducting searches

IDF soldiers conducting searches after alert received about two suspects who crossed the border from Lebanon.

Suspected infiltration from Lebanon, IDF conducting searches

Historic: Haredi soldier takes command of Negev Company

Shmuel Kirsch, a soldier from a prominent Chabad rabbinic family, becomes the first haredi commander of the Negev Company.

Historic: Haredi soldier takes command of Negev Company

Event to be held in support of hilltop outpost

'For 640 days already, we've been under military siege,' resident of Yitzhar's Kumi Ori neighborhood say.

Event to be held in support of hilltop outpost

'We will respond overtly and covertly to attacks from Lebanon'

IDF Chief of Staff responds to firing of 2 rockets at Israel from Lebanon overnight.

'We will respond overtly and covertly to attacks from Lebanon'

Watch: IDF parachutes into Slovenia in memory of WW2 fighters

Reenactment held of historic parachuting of Jewish WW2 soldiers on 100th anniversary of birth of Hannah Szenes.

Watch: IDF parachutes into Slovenia in memory of WW2 fighters

People of Israel 'will continue to fight shoulder to shoulder'

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Aviv Kohavi visits Bedouin and Druze on the occasion of the Feast of Sacrifice and thanks them for IDF service.

People of Israel 'will continue to fight shoulder to shoulder'

Female tank soldiers spring into action

First female tank combatants complete their training and begin operational employment protecting Israel's western border.

Female tank soldiers spring into action

Dozens of Hamas terrorists arrested in Binyamin region

Following extensive intelligence and operational efforts, security forces apprehend dozens of terrorists in village of Turmus Aya.

Dozens of Hamas terrorists arrested in Binyamin region

Italian chief of defense staff concludes visit to Israel

Chief of the General Staff Kochavi: “IDF cooperation is a critical component in tackling the emerging challenges in the Middle East.”

Italian chief of defense staff concludes visit to Israel

IDF, police thwart weapon smuggling attempt

Forty-three weapons were confiscated near the village of Ghajar, by IDF observation troops and Israel Police forces.

IDF, police thwart weapon smuggling attempt

IDF bids farewell to President Rivlin

Outgoing president meets 70 soldiers who he had awarded during his term in office in last meeting with IDF.

IDF bids farewell to President Rivlin

Will the IDF prosecute Hadar Goldin's comrades?

IDF reportedly considering prosecuting soldiers who served alongside Hadar Goldin who criticize the failure to return his body.

Will the IDF prosecute Hadar Goldin's comrades?

Israel and the U.S. - 'unbroken bond to protect our freedom'

The bond between the IDF and United States Army extends far beyond similar weapons systems or common enemies.

Israel and the U.S. - 'unbroken bond to protect our freedom'

'Unforeseen tragedy': 2 IDF soldiers die of unknown reasons

A senior officer and 22-year-old cadet both collapsed during routine fitness training over a 2-day period.

'Unforeseen tragedy': 2 IDF soldiers die of unknown reasons

Brigadier General Sharon Asman laid to rest

Asman passed away suddenly last Thursday, just three days after being appointed to command Nahal brigade.

Brigadier General Sharon Asman laid to rest

Watch: IDF develops new cutting-edge weapon in fight on terror

Following Israel's first 'war of artificial intelligence' with Gaza, the IDF developing a new 'smart weapon' for fighting terror.

Watch: IDF develops new cutting-edge weapon in fight on terror

IDF strikes Gaza terror sites

IDF strikes rocket launcher, weapon manufacturing site.

IDF strikes Gaza terror sites

IDF cadet dies in training

Shili Westland, a cadet in the IDF's Training Base 1, has been declared dead following an unspecified medical incident on base.

IDF cadet dies in training

IDF attacks Hamas weapons manufacturing site in Gaza

Attack carried out in response to firing of incendiary balloons into Israeli territory.

IDF attacks Hamas weapons manufacturing site in Gaza

Tragedy in IDF: General dies during training

IDF Brigadier General Sharon Asman suddenly collapsed and died during a combat fitness drill just after taking command of the Nahal Brigade.

Tragedy in IDF: General dies during training

Knesset approves law permitting IDF to revoke girls' exemptions

Committees to investigate whether girls are religious enough for an exemption, even though law only requires kashrut & Shabbat observance.

Knesset approves law permitting IDF to revoke girls' exemptions

Israel Dog Unit breaks the siege of Evyatar

With a new command center up and running and the IDF moving in to support them, the Israel Dog Unit works to make Evyatar safe for good.

Israel Dog Unit breaks the siege of Evyatar

'We will consult our friends, but will act when needed'

Prime Minister Bennett speaks at IAF course graduation ceremony: Our enemies know we do not hesitate to act when needed.

'We will consult our friends, but will act when needed'

IDF successfully tests 'ground-breaking' anti-drone laser system

Israel MoD successfully completed its first-ever series of interception tests employing an airborne, high-power laser system.

IDF successfully tests 'ground-breaking' anti-drone laser system

Israel's evolution into a Force-Multiplier for the USA

Unlike NATO, South Korea and Japan, Israel has extended the strategic arm of the US with no need for US military personnel. Op-ed.

Israel's evolution into a Force-Multiplier for the USA

Clearing Evyatar would cost 10 million ILS

The IDF is insisting upon destroying Evyatar, despite the hefty price tag on such an operation

Clearing Evyatar would cost 10 million ILS

IDF Chief of Staff to make first visit to the United States

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi will meet with top US army and defense officials.

IDF Chief of Staff to make first visit to the United States

IDF attacks Hamas targets following balloon terrorism

In response to arson balloons launched from Gaza, IDF strikes military compounds and a rocket launch site belonging to Hamas.

IDF attacks Hamas targets following balloon terrorism

IDF to stop mapping terrorists' homes

New technological tools remove need for soldiers to enter homes to map them for demolition.

IDF to stop mapping terrorists' homes

Soldier hurt thwarting weapons smuggling at Jordanian border

IDF foils attempt to smuggle weapons across border with Jordan. Suspects arrested.

Soldier hurt thwarting weapons smuggling at Jordanian border

IDF on alert ahead of Flag March, Iron Dome ready

Israel prepares to respond if Hamas makes good on threat over celebratory march in Jerusalem.

IDF on alert ahead of Flag March, Iron Dome ready

They fired towards the Gaza border - and were removed from IDF

IDF: Commander who ordered tank to fire at uninvolved Gazans near border will be removed from his position.

They fired towards the Gaza border - and were removed from IDF

Brig. Gen. Winter summoned over conversation with Bennett

Chief of Staff summons high-ranking general over conversation with then-cabinet minister Bennett during 2014 war.

Brig. Gen. Winter summoned over conversation with Bennett

Concerns of Bedouin violence force IDF to alter commander course

IDF cancels plans to hold navigation week in open areas in south - due to concerns of Bedouin violence.

Concerns of Bedouin violence force IDF to alter commander course

Suspected infiltration at northern border

Flares fired following suspicious movement near fence on Lebanese border. Locals asked to remain in their homes.

Suspected infiltration at northern border

The IDF no longer 'kills' terrorists - it 'thwarts' them

The word 'kill' no longer appears in IDF opening fire regulations. PC trumps state security, organization says.

The IDF no longer 'kills' terrorists - it 'thwarts' them

A time to killl, a time to heal

An Israeli Navy SEAL's book about his journey back to civilian life, his love for Israel, and how he now heals others. Review.

A time to killl, a time to heal

Watch: Top pop singer performs with Special in Uniform

Eden Ben Zaken, Israel’s favorite pop star, sings hit song accompanied by soldiers with disabilities.

Watch: Top pop singer performs with Special in Uniform

Amazon employees urge company to sever ties with IDF

More than 500 employees of Amazon sign letter calling on the company to sever business contracts with the IDF.

Amazon employees urge company to sever ties with IDF

Terrorists who threw firebombs at Binyamin region home arrested

IDF and Shin Bet forces capture squad of terrorists who threw firebombs at a home in the Oz Tzion outpost near Givat Assaf.

Terrorists who threw firebombs at Binyamin region home arrested

'Corner shot' rifle & missile interceptors - top IDF inventions

With Israel having to maintain a qualitative over the Arab states at its borders, the IDF continues coming up with new ideas to stay ahead.

'Corner shot' rifle & missile interceptors - top IDF inventions

Netanyahu approves entry of humanitarian equipment into Gaza

Hadar Goldin's family livid: The Israeli leadership has simply lost its moral compass and the ability to distinguish between good and evil.

Netanyahu approves entry of humanitarian equipment into Gaza

IDF: Hamas' 'improvements' over the past 14 years

The IDF says Hamas has made some 'improvements' since Gaza was handed over to them in 2005.

IDF: Hamas' 'improvements' over the past 14 years

Op Guardian of the Walls:

200 terrorists killed, 62 miles of terror tunnels destroyed

IDF summarizes Guardian of the Walls operation, adds: "We did everything we could to make sure evil people didn't come out of this alive."

200 terrorists killed, 62 miles of terror tunnels destroyed

IDF: Sky News should follow us instead of posting fake news

IDF responds to report Israel blocked aid to Gaza which left out fact terrorists fired mortars at aid convoy.

IDF: Sky News should follow us instead of posting fake news

IDF Spokesman:

'We're taking out Hamas' weapons stashes - from Gaza bedrooms'

Sometimes there is collateral damage, but "any other country would just bomb the entire block."

'We're taking out Hamas' weapons stashes - from Gaza bedrooms'

Rocket fire continues, IDF intensifies attacks in Gaza

Defense Minister orders IDF to speed up operational plans and focus on destroying the underground array in Gaza.

Rocket fire continues, IDF intensifies attacks in Gaza