Navy

Iran set to return U.S. soldiers later today

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Zarif says sailors to be returned to U.S. navy very soon.

Israeli Navy is 'ready for any threat that comes its way'

Surpirse multilevel integrated training scenario illustrates high level of readiness in the navy and commando units.

IDF readiness exercises tackle ISIS, abductions, rockets

Surprise drill ran air, ground, and naval forces through a series of 'worst case scenarios.'

Israel successfully tests 'Iron Dome for ships'

IDF holds successful test of the Barak 8 surface-to-air missile which will help secure Naval vessels.

Ya'alon Blasts Flotilla 'of Hypocrisy and Lies'

Defense minister welcomes navy action against flotilla, warns ships only aim to allow weapons to Gaza to be turned against Israeli citizens.

Navy Takes Over Flotilla Ship

IDF naval fighters board the Swedish Marianne vessel that was attempting to break the blockade on Gaza. No injuries reported.

Watch: Joining the IDF Patrol Boat Squad

Arutz Sheva accompanies the #914 Patrol Boat Squad of the Israeli Navy.

Iran Readies for War, Raises Security Level

As Iranian gears up for a possible showdown with Saudi Arabia over Yemen, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dismissed what “American threats."

Take a Sneak Peak at Israel's Secret Submarine Fleet

Israel's nuclear-capable INS Tanin able to operate deep within enemy territory - to lethal effect.

IDF Appoints First Female Navy Captain

Captain Or Cohen will be transferred to a warship as a deputy commander, and later Cohen will be given her own ship.

'Marine Intifada' Continues as IDF Arrests Gaza Fishermen

'Systematic' breaching of naval borders goes on unabated, with Israeli navy forced to open fire and arrest seven Gazans.

Marine Intifada? Skirmishes Rise Along Gaza Coast

Fisherman bait Israeli naval forces along 6-km nautical border, officers say - and may be looking to reel in intelligence, not food.

Watch: Israel Welcomes Fourth Nuclear Stealth Submarine

Netanyahu calls new INS Tanin 'a clear and pointed message to Israel's enemies'; navy flotilla welcomes most expensive IDF craft.

Israel to Receive Fourth 'Dolphin-Class' Advanced Submarine

State of the art vessel, the most expensive piece of hardware in the IDF's arsenal, will significantly boost Israel's naval capabilities.

Netanyahu Praises IDF Soldiers, Calls on UN to Investigate Hamas

Speaking before naval cadets, PM Netanyahu says the IDF is the most moral army in the world.

IDF to Decorate Soldiers for Bravery, Courage as Operation Ends

Senior officers say a large-scale project launched to determine who will be decorated; Lt. Eitan, Shayetet 13 likely among them.

The Israeli Navy's 'Silent Commandos' in Gaza

The IDF may be primarily using airstrikes to hit Hamas and other terrorists, but the navy is playing a significant role of its own.

Breaking news

IDF Calls Up 40,000 Reservists, Ordered to 'Hit Hamas Hard'

Cabinet okays massive call-up, signalling imminent ground offensive. Gaza death toll hits 14, including senior Hamas commando.

Navy Fires at Gaza Boats, Injuries Reported

IDF naval force fired at Arab boats that strayed from permitted zone. Gaza press reports two wounded by Egyptian navy.

Israel's Naval Commandos Rescue Fishermen

Shayetet 13 soldiers rescue five civilians whose fishing boat sank off Haifa.

Iran Thanks U.S. for Rescuing Fishermen

Iran's Foreign Ministry thanked the United States Saturday for rescuing 13 of its fishermen from pirates.

UK Warns Iran: 'Don't Close Strait of Hormuz'

Britain is warning Iran it may resort to military action if Tehran attempts to close the Strait of Hormuz to Western oil shipping.

Surprise Navy Drill at Haifa Port as Iran Ends War Games

The IDF staged a surprise drill at its base at the port of Haifa as Iran completed “war games” that included a threat on Israel.

100th Submariner's Course Graduates

Navy Commander tells soldiers, "From now, covertness and lethality will characterize your mission."

IDF: Maritime Terror ‘Daily Occurrence’

The IDF’s Ashdod-based Navy unit deals with terrorist activity on a daily basis, security reconnaissance commander “D” says.

Navy has New Commander: Ram Rutenberg

Rutenberg replaces Eliezer Marom who was Navy Commander for 4 years and has completed 38 years' service.

Navy Looking for ’Remote Control’ of Flotillas and Gas Fields

Israel will use unmanned drones to protect Israel’s newly discovered gas fields and is studying high-tech methods to stop future flotillas.

VIDEO: Israel Navy in Action

The Israeli navy has come a far way from being a crew of sailors. A new action-packed video shows commandos manning missiles – and boats.