IDF

Israel’s military says it has reached herd immunity to COVID

'It seemed impossible, but now it's here.' 80% of IDF personnel have been vaccinated against the coronavirus.

Over 80% of IDF staff vaccinated for COVID-19

According to army sources, 81% of all servicemen have recovered from virus or been vaccinated, with the IDF back to fully operational.

Soldier 'fought with all his might' to prevent weapons theft

Investigation concludes into incident where 2 suspects attacked soldier, stole his weapon after lengthy fight.

20 lone soldiers from one yeshiva enlist in the IDF

20 students from 'American' yeshiva in Beit Shemesh get uniforms ahead of draft. 'The yeshiva will continue to be their home here in Israel'

Firebomb attack thwarted on Route 60

Soldiers open fire on terrorists throwing Molotov Cocktails at Israeli vehicles.

IDF soldiers thwart stabbing attack near Shechem

Terrorist tries to stab soldier during arrest operation in Palestinian Arab town of Tubas. Terrorist neutralized.

Police capture two Arabs who stole IDF soldier's weapon

Police arrest two Arabs who attacked a fighter from the IDF’s Egoz Unit near Shfar'am and stole his weapon last Wednesday.

Meretz chairman supports ICC decision against Israel

Nitzan Horowitz says he supports cooperation with ICC investigation: Israel should ask itself what it could have done to prevent this.

Arabs attack IDF soldier and steal his weapon

IDF soldier suffers injuries to hand, face, after two Arab suspects attack him to steal weapon.

IDF soldier killed by stray bullet continues saving lives

IDF soldier killed when a bullet was misfired at Joran Valley base has saved the lives of 5 by donating organs - 1 a COVID patient.

IDF thwarts drug smuggling attempt on Egyptian border

IDF fighters thwart smuggling attempt on Egyptian border, seize 80 kilograms of drugs.

The disagreement between Mossad chief and IDF Chief of Staff

Mossad chief demanded bold response against Iran for attack on Israeli-owned ship, while Chief of Staff Kochavi sought moderate response.

IDF soldier wounded at military base succumbs to wounds

Yonatan Granot, IDF soldier injured by stray bullet, dies of his wounds.

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Arutz Sheva's early glance at new IDF heavy lift helicopters

Arutz Sheva was given a sneak preview of the Lockheed Martin CH-53 Stallion, the helicopters now chosen to replace the aging Yasur fleet.

Terrorists who hurled firebombs arrested

IDF soldiers arrest Arabs suspected of hurling firebombs, explosives, at Jewish town.

Details of near-fatal shooting accident at IDF base revealed

Officer was handling guns which had been returned from firing range when one went off, striking soldier in the head.

Gantz: Stopping Iran is a national mission

Defense Minister addresses graduates of IDF officers course, outlines what new nuclear deal with Iran must include.

IDF soldier wounded by gunfire on base is in critical condition

Army says that soldier seriously wounded at IDF base in Jordan Valley was shot by fellow soldier's gun.

Rise in number of IDF soldiers seriously ill with coronavirus

Number of young people infected with coronavirus is on the rise, together with number of young people in ICUs, top IDF official warns.

Soldier seriously injured at base in the Jordan Valley

The incident is being investigated by the Military Police Corps.

IDF reveals how Israeli woman crossed border into Syria

Military releases results of investigation into incident where young woman crossed border into Syria before returning in a prisoner exchange

How jihadist does God want Israel to be?

Today's halo brigade is insatiable. It sets the bar for Israel-only Israel-too high to be cleared, the better to make Israel trip. Op-ed.

IDF soldiers commit Crimes for Humanity

Research shows that there is a total disconnect between the ICC accusations against Israel and the reality on the ground. Op-ed.

New COVID guidelines for IDF soldiers

As the vaccination campaign continues, the IDF has rolled out new rules regarding health in the ranks.

MKs demand that IDF reopens hilltop community

Several members of Knesset have demanded that the executive order closing the hilltop not be renewed.

Watch: IDF runs military drills anticipating Hezbollah attack

The IDF ran simulation exercises combining air, land & sea forces amid growing belief Hezbollah may attempt attacks in the coming year.

Left wing media shocked as soldiers sing religious song

Haaretz journalist says IDF becoming 'army of G-d and literal Messianic Jews' after soldiers sing song affirming belief in the Messiah.

IDF's 'Lightning Storm' exercise concludes

Commanding Officer of the 91st Division, Brig. Gen. Shlomi Binder: "The exercise we conducted improved our preparedness against Hezbollah."

IDF demolishes home of terrorist who killed Esther Horgan

Terrorist's home to be destroyed by explosion and not a bulldozer and in broad daylight in order to deter further attacks.

IDF soldier's archeological discovery during training exercise

Rare ancient coin minted in northern Israeli city of Geva found by IDF soldier during a military training exercise.

IDF responds to ICC: We will continue to defend Israel

IDF responds to the decision of the International Criminal Court. 'The IDF fully supports and will continue to support its soldiers.'

Unvaccinated soldiers ordered to wear bright vests

Order issued, then rescinded at base of 80th Division ordering soldiers who have not been vaccinated to dress so others know to avoid them.

Joint US-Israel Juniper Falcon Exercise begins

Marking 20th year, IDF Air Force and US military hold annual bilateral exercise.

What's going on with Israel's drones? 3 felled in 3 days

IDF drones fall in Gaza, Lebanon on three consecutive days as army denies information leak to Hezbollah, Hamas.

Watch: IDF soldiers train in the rain

The IDF released footage of soldiers from the 71st Battalion participating in intensive training as rains cover northern Israel.

Chief of Staff suspends leave for 'unvaccinated' combat units

IDF units on "closed" bases prohibited from going on leave unless they are defined as "vaccinated" or "green."

Security forces foil smuggling attempt from Egypt

IDF soldiers, Israel Police unit, work together to foil attempt at smuggling millions of shekels in drugs.

Two IDF generals in quarantine after exposure to COVID carrier

Head of IDF Southern Command and head of Ground Forces were in the vicinity of an IDF officer who was confirmed to have contracted COVID-19.

'There are homes in Lebanon with guest rooms and missile rooms'

Defense Minister gives first-ever interview by Israeli minister to Alghad TV which broadcasts from Cairo.

Students offer snacks to IDF soldiers who thwarted terror attack

Students from Im Tirtzu thank soldiers for thwarting attack, distributing soda and snacks.

Soldier's parents, Emergency Council slam COVID vaccine pressure

Parents of IDF soldiers engage attorney as children 'face threats, sanctions, shaming, cancelled leave' for declining COVID-19 vaccine.

Soldier: I hit the terrorist with my rifle

Corporal L recounts fight with terrorist who attempted to stab her before he was killed by her commanding officer.

Jewish man arrested for 'throwing stones'

Samaria man, 24, is arrested for throwing stones, but released immediately afterwards. 'He did nothing wrong.' attorney says.

Court overturns Chief of Staff's decision

Aviv Kochavi, IDF Chief of Staff, decided to fire a commander - but the court overturned his decision.

Jewish youths caught after infiltrating army base in Samaria

IDF forces arrest 2 who infiltrated base and 2 others who waited for them in car.

Home of Esther Horgan's murderer to be partially demolished

Head of IDF's Central Command signs order to demolish two floors of the home in which terrorist Muhammad Kabha lived.

Female soldier seriously injured by gunfire at base in the south

Female IDF soldier seriously injured as a result of gunfire at Sayarim Base. Incident being investigated.

IDF arrests shepherd who infiltrated from Lebanon

According to army, the shepherd who was arrested is a member of a group which assists Hezbollah in reconnaissance.

New vaccines earmarked for IDF

The shipment of Moderna vaccines is expected to be sent to the IDF.

IDF medical officer talks about Doctor Day

IDF Lt Reut Sapir says that she and her soldiers try to live up to their reputation

Beginning of the end for WhatsApp?

Will WhatsApp be affected by the app's new privacy changes?

Beginning of the end for WhatsApp?

Will WhatsApp be affected by the app's new privacy changes?

IDF rejects sexual assault claims

An IDF spokesperson dismissed allegations that soldiers on peacekeeping duty had violated a female protestor.

Attempted attack on soldiers in Jenin area

IDF launches manhunt on Shabbat in search of attacker attempting shooting and ramming attack near Ya'bad near Jenin. No IDF casualties.

Watch: 7 cutting-edge technologies at the heart of the IDF

IDF introduces '7 most advanced technologies that provide us with an edge on the battlefield and assist in saving civilian lives.'

30 years since Gulf War: Defense Ministry releases archives

Videos from sites where Scud missiles struck Israel, statistics from war revealed for first time from IDF archives.

Officer and soldier injured in training accident in the south

The accident occurred at a shooting range near a military base in the south. The two were evacuated to hospital.

Suspects linked to stone-throwing attack captured

IDF, Shin Bet nab suspected terrorists linked to stone-throwing attack that left one woman injured.

Suicide was main cause of death in IDF in 2020

28 soldiers lost their lives during 2020. 9 took their own lives.

IDF identifies several suspects near Lebanon-Israel border

IDF soldiers fire in the air and drive away a number of suspects who crossed the Blue Line between Lebanon and Israel.