Moshe Yaalon

Defense Minister Takes a Break for a Spiritual Boost

Amid the operation in Gaza, Defense Minister took time to write the first letter in a new Torah scroll dedicated to IDF soldiers.

Ya'alon: Much Progress Made, But More Work to Do

Defense Minister visits units on the front in Gaza on Wednesday, where he praises their success - and encourages them to stay strong.

Ya'alon: Hamas Will Understand it Was a Mistake to Attack Israel

Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon vows that Israel will continue to inflict damage upon Hamas.

Over 930 Terror Targets Hit in Gaza

Defense Minister, Chief of Staff and IAF Commander discuss details of operation after Security Cabinet meeting.

Operation Protective Edge to Ensure 'Zero Rockets on Israel'

Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett praises public, IDF for efforts - but adds that 'defense does not win wars.'

Operation Protective Edge

Ya'alon Says Operation Will Expand in Coming Days

Defense minister states IDF will step up the operation, striking Hamas 'from the air, sea and land.'

Operation Protective Edge

Ya'alon Declares 'Special Situation' After Rocket Fire

Defense Minister warns operation 'won't end in just a few days,' noting IDF preparing to expand the operation against Hamas.

Netanyahu Threatens: 'We Will Expand Operation as Needed'

Hours after funeral PM threatens Hamas, outlining three missions central to Israel's response to the murder of the three teens.

Yaalon Thanks IDF, Praises Bereaved Families for 'Steadfastness'

Bereaved families 'embody all that is good and noble in humanity,' Defense Minister says, vowing to bring kidnappers to justice.

Israel under fire

Yaalon Vows 'Strong Hand' Against Gaza Terrorists

Defense Minister speaks to Sderot mayor following rocket fire, as Israeli jets target Gaza rocket launchers.

Search for missing teens: Day 15

Yaalon Updates Teens' Parents: Still Assuming Boys Are Alive

Two weeks on, defense minister says progress made since last meeting with parents; no let up in op. until kidnappers hunted down.

Yaalon: Anyone Who Tries to Hurt Us Risks His Life

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon says that Israel will not stop searching until it finds three kidnapped Israeli youths

Ya'alon Visits Family of Teen Murdered in Syrian Regime Attack

Defense minister at home of murdered Israeli Arab teen says he 'went for day of fun with his father and didn't return. The heart grieves.'

Ya'alon Vows 'Harsh' Response to Attacks from Syria

Defense minister levels responsibility on Assad for lethal Golan Heights attack, as IDF source notes focus on search for teens.

Ya'alon: Israel Will Extract a Heavy Price from Hamas

"We will not hesitate to strike a blow to anyone who will challenge us," says Defense Minister.

Defense Minister Tells Parents: Rescue Operation is 'Unlimited'

Min. Yaalon meets the Sha'ar, Frenkel and Yifrah families, says security arms' top priority is finding their boys.

Search for Missing Teens: Day 5

Defense Minister: Search Operation Not Limited in Time or Range

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon vows IDF will hunt down kidnappers, can reach Hamas leaders 'any time and any place'.

Yaalon Vows: Hamas Will Pay for What it Did

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon on Sunday night said that Israel would make Hamas pay for kidnapping three Israeli teens

Ya'alon Orders Closure on Hevron

Following kidnapping of three students, Defense Minister orders closure on the Hevron area, border crossings to Gaza be closed.

Ya'alon Extends Occupation of Yitzhar Yeshiva

Residents of Samaria town shocked by continued seizure of yeshiva, argue heavy-handedness doesn't calm but enrage locals.

Ya'alon: We Will Respond to Every Single Attack

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon praised IDF troops for eliminating a terrorist involved in Kassam rocket attacks on southern Israel.

Ya'alon: Hamas is Planning the Next Confrontation

Hamas has thousands of rockets aimed toward Israel and is preparing the next confrontation, says Defense Minister.

Not 'Land for Peace,' But 'Land for Terror'

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon slams 'delusions' about land for peace, negotiating with Hamas in Herzliya conference speech.

Ya'alon Blasts PA's 'Campaign of Incitement'

Defense Minister says Israel is willing to talk peace, but stresses it will not compromise on its security.

Yaalon: Let's See Abbas Disarm Hamas

If Palestinian Authority chief does not take over Gaza and disarm Hamas, the reconciliation is a sham, says defense minister.

92% of Israel's Youth are Proud to be Israeli

Results of new five-year research presented by educational project show strong connection to land and Judaism among youth.

Soldiers Protest Defense Mininstry's 'Cynical' Cuts

Soldiers are shocked that the Defense Ministry would compromise the training of soldiers - and that they would tell the world about it.

Official Claims Ya'alon Open to Legalizing 'Outposts'

Defense Minister is in favor of more building, but he's being slow about it, says a Binyamin regional council official.

Activist: Yaalon Behind Harassment in Outposts

Moshe Yaalon has turned out to be a major disappointment for residents of Judea and Samaria, said the head of Kommemiyut.

Ya'alon Says Turkey Doesn't Want Normalization

Defense Minister denounces 'political' court ruling asking Interpol to arrest Israeli military; FM sources downplay request.

Ya'alon: Without 'Settlements', There's No Security

Defense Minister visits Binyamin, emphasizes that the settlement enterprise in Judea and Samaria is crucial to Israel’s security.

Ya'alon: I've Seen Plenty of Edited Videos

Defense Minister dismisses edited video which Arabs and leftists claim shows the IDF shooting two Arab youths.

PM Urges International Community 'Not To Let Ayatollahs Win'

Binyamin Netanyahu, Chick Hagel meet over concerns about Iran's nuclear program, says neither surprised about UN report.

Hagel Dismisses Reports Israel Spied on US

'I have heard about the report and I am unaware of any facts that would support it,' says visiting US Secretary of Defense.

'Ya'alon is Obsessed with Destroying Judea and Samaria'

Minister, Residents' Council attack Defense Minister over home demolitions, say Israel has joined the PA in destroying the region.

Ya'alon Pains Bereaved Families by Comparing Price Tag to Terror

Some bereaved families were upset Sunday with the Defense Minister, for focusing in speech on 'price tag terrorism.'

IDF Tightens Security at Judea-Samaria Checkpoints for Holidays

IDF closing all PA traffic into and out of Judea-Samaria from Sunday evening to Tuesday night, citing security concerns.

Yesha Officials Call on PM to 'Stop Punishing Judea and Samaria'

Yesha Council officials say they wish Peace Now building report was true, claim PM is 'punishing' Jewish communities for PA-Hamas pact.

Netanyahu Blocking New Construction, Say Judea & Samaria Mayors

PM cancels building tender hearing Tuesday, prompting frustrated mayors to accuse him of folding to US pressure.

Ya'alon: Enemies of Israel, Jews Will Stop at Nothing

Defense Minister warns world leaders to learn the Holocaust's lessons in light of recent Hamas-PA unity pact.

Wide-Scale Demolitions Planned in Revenge for Yitzhar Clashes?

Defense Minister allegedly announces intent to destroy all Jewish homes deemed as 'illegal' in Judea-Samaria - in revenge for 'violence.'

Defense Minister Warns Hamas: Keep Gaza Calm - Or Else

Moshe Ya'alon warns Hamas that the IDF will continue to fight terror.

Netanyahu Slams PA Over Hevron Murder

Netanyahu criticizes PA incitement over murder of police officer and wounding of pregnant wife. Numerous public figures respond to attack.

Defense Minister Allows Jews to Move Back into 'Peace House'

Years-long drama over Jewish house resolved Sunday. MKs hail 'victory of Justice over anti-Semitic PA.'

Uri Ariel Calls on Defense Minister to Stop 'Punishing' Yitzhar

Ariel clarifies that while extremist activity in Yitzhar 'violates the spirit of Judaism,' so does taking over yeshiva - and it must stop.

Yitzhar Community Pleads with Ya'alon: 'Leave Us Alone'

Poignant letter does not justify events in Yitzhar, but claims that state seems to be fighting 'price tag' with a 'price tag' of its own.

Military Satellite Launch 'A Testament to Israel's Capabilities'

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon congratulated the Israel Space Agency for its successful launch of the Ofek 10 satellite.

Yitzhar Clashes

Defense Minister Slams 'Domestic Terrorism' in Yitzhar

Moshe Ya'alon vows to use 'all means necessary' in crackdown on extremists in Samaria community.

All Talk and No Action in Peace Negotiations

PA demands full construction freeze to continue negotiations, says ready for 'Israel's tricks.' Defense Minister: 'I told you so.'

Yitzhar Clashes

Defense Minister Calls for Order After Yitzhar Rioting

Ya'alon emphasizes the need to stop 'violent elements' in Yitzhar, stresses that minority does not represent majority in Judea-Samaria.

Report: Another Chemical Weapons Attack in Syria?

Israeli defense officials believe Assad's forces have attacked again in Damascus - twice.

Yaalon Brands Vandalism of IDF Officer's Car 'Terrorism'

Defense Minister lashes out after suspected extremists slash tires of Brigade Commander's car following house demolition.

Israeli and USA Army Chiefs Meet in Jerusalem

IDF Chief of Staff, US Joint Chief of Staff meet in Jerusalem, emphasize strength of relationship despite political differences.

US Military Chief to Visit Israel This Weekend

Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff General Martin Dempsey to visit Israel as State Dept. still fumes over Ya'alon's criticism of US policy.

More Than Ever, Israel Must Rely Upon Itself

Hareidi IDF Enlistment

Ya'alon Promises 'No Force or Coercion' on Hareidi Enlistment

Ya'alon stresses importance of preserving hareidi lifestyle in army to new hareidi recruits, notes challenges of hareidi backlash.

Netanyahu: Iran is Dangerous, and That's No Joke

Prime Minister Netanyahu appears on satirical television show, in which he also talks about serious issues.

US, Israel to Strengthen Defense Ties Despite Ya'alon Brouhaha

US Undersecretary for Arms Control and International Security to meet with Israeli officials this week, US-Israel tensions notwithstanding.

Yesh Atid MK: Ya'alon Hurting Israel's Foreign Policy

MK Ronen Hoffman sides with the U.S. against Ya'alon, says Defense Minister should stick to defense issues.

Naftali Bennett Lauds Defense Minister for Speaking Out

Jewish Home Chairman defends Ya'alon for criticizing the US, noting 'his mouth and heart are the same' and in Israel's best interests.