![]() Golani commander: Eliminating the enemy is a supreme valueIn letter to Golani Brigade, Colonel Barak Hiram expresses distress at having to retire soldier "but that's the way it is in Golani."![]() Golani fighter who failed to shoot terrorist removed from dutySoldier thought terrorist intended to stab him, but erred in failing to respond to firebomb attack.![]() Video shows IDF fighter refraining from firing at terroristVideo posted to social media shows IDF fighter seemingly afraid to open fire at terrorist who threw a firebomb at him.![]() Watch: The Golani Brigade's helicopter arrestSoldiers from IDF's Golani Brigade end Menashe Region operation with two helicopter arrests, conducted together with IAF's Sqadron 123.![]() 'We didn't sleep until the terrorist was captured'Family of murdered soldier Amit Ben Yigal observe the village of Ya'bad where Amit was killed during operational activity.![]() Hunt for terrorist who murdered soldier continuesIDF continues search for terrorist who murdered Sgt. Amit Ben Yigal in a block-throwing attack last week.![]() IDF forces operate in village where Sgt. Amit Ben Yigal was murderedMore than 10 suspects arrested from building where rock was thrown. Suspects taken to interrogation. Fighters continue searches.![]() Wounded lone soldier to lead Jewish Agency Memorial Day ceremonyJewish Agency chairman Isaac Herzog and Golani soldier Ori Hemo, who was hurt in Jerusalem ramming attack, to light memorial torch.![]() "You have one mission: win the next war"Golani and 7th Battalion forces completed two weeks of training in the Golan Heights intended to improve their battlefield skills.![]() Suspect arrested in ramming of 12 soldiersIDF, police, and Shin Bet arrest man who ran over Golani soldiers in Jerusalem overnight.![]() Despite terror attack: Golani recruits continue trekHours after ramming attack that left 12 of their comrades injured, IDF recruits continue inauguration trek in Jerusalem.![]() Watch: Golani soldiers at the Western Wall after the attackMany Golani IDF soldiers gathered at the Kotel for a ceremony and prayer hours after their comrades were injured in a ramming attack.![]() From jail to the IDF's Golani BrigadeMeet Tvivo Desta, who was in prison as a minor - but now received his Golani Brigade beret in the IDF.![]() Show of support for IDF at entrance to YitzharResidents of Yitzhar denounce overnight attack on IDF soldiers in which one fighter was injured.![]() Golani fighters refuse order while on call in GazaNine soldiers who were posted to Tze'elim refused to participate in a training drill and were sent to 20 days' detention.![]() Letter to Benny Gantz from mother of Golani fightersMother of six, four of whom fight in Golani Brigade, pens open letter to Benny Gantz following comments on decision to endanger soldiers.![]() Officer requests male soldier and crosses HaaretzGolan Formation Commander Col. Avinoam Emunah explained inconvenience serving with woman, receives male replacement.![]() The Golani Brigade prepares for warTop infantry brigade finishes week-long exercise training it for war against Hezbollah.![]() By day, at night, on the mountain, and in the valleyGolani fighters carry out grueling training throughout country constantly preparing to receive the order. Photo essay![]() 'Excited and nostalgic'Mothers of Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul arrive at induction center, speak with mothers whose sons enlisted in Givati and Golani brigades.![]() 'The brown beret makes my heart flutter'Israel Prize laureate Miriam Peretz congratulates soldiers for enlisting in Golani Brigade.![]() Legendary IDF battlefield tours impart Israeli fighting heritageIDF Appreciation Day for 1948 fighters for State and IDFs 70th anniversary. 'Their work was important once and is important to this day.'![]() IDF officer demoted after encouraging soldier to kill himselfSoldier in training threatened to kill himself, only to receive encouragement from officer, leading soldier to pull the trigger.![]() Golani fighter writes to all of usGolani fighter astonished, disappointed at righteous indignation over sniper video, salutes comrades defending border against Hamas attacks.![]() Golani Brigade receives new recruits todayNew recruits arrive this morning at training base for Golani fighters.![]() 'Being a fighter is not a job, it's a personality'Six hundred new Golani soldiers complete basic training and learn an important life lesson.![]() 'He saved lives - in life and in death'Organs of elite combat soldier killed in road accident on Highway 6 transplanted in six people overnight. Funeral this afternoon.![]() Soldier injured in Highway 6 car accident diesShiloh Siman Tov, 23, Sayeret Golani soldier seriously injured in vehicular accident last week, dies of his injuries.![]() Golani Reconnaissance Battalion finishes punishing exerciseGolani Brigade's elite special forces battalion wraps up tough five-day exercise mimicking actual combat situations.![]() IDF soldier imprisoned for kicking an ArabIDF soldier who kicked an Arab during riots in Hevron sent to prison for 20 days, removed from combat duty and reassigned.![]() MK blasts soldiers making blessing 'at taxpayers' expense'Zionist Union MK cries 'religionization,' citing Golani battalion's visit to Western Wall after Operation Protective Edge.![]() Satmar Rebbe's great-grandson becomes IDF officerChaim Meisels, who is the Satmar Rebbe's great grandson, graduated IDF Officer School on Wednesday.![]() Watch: PM Netanyahu speaks to mother of lone soldierPM visits Golani base on Golan Heights, meets lone soldier, and calls soldier's mother to tell her how proud he is.![]() 'An all-female tank will not operate in Lebanon'IDF Ground Forces Commander says mixed-gender combat units are for patrolling peaceful borders, not intended for war.![]() New Netzach Yehuda commander recipient of top bravery awardIncoming haredi battalion commander Nitai Okashi received bravery award in 2007 for tackling a terrorist preparing to throw a grenade.![]() Officer critically injured in 'Protective Edge' promotedShai Siman-Tov, who was critically injured after a tunnel collapse, is recognized for his long journey back to the IDF.![]() New Commander of Golani Brigade: Colonel Shai KlapperBorn in Kfar Saba, grew up in Sha'arei Tikva, studied at Shavei Hevron Yeshiva. Participated in many operations, received citation.![]() Hundreds swarm to grave of Othniel Ben KenazOver 400 Jews swarm tomb of Biblical judge located in Hevron Arab neighborhood.![]() Watch: Golani soldiers train on Golan HeightsFollowing threats by Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, IDF holds division exercises on Golan Heights, bordering Syria and Lebanon.![]() Defense Minister: Golani exercise our response to all threatsDefense Minister Avigdor Liberman visits Golani brigade exercise comprised of engineers, tanks, artillery.![]() Golan Heights sirens raised but no hits detectedGolan Heights sirens raised but no artillery hits were detected.![]() 'The thin line between criminals and terrorists'Nighttime raid arrests Arabs who robbed Jewish farmers; IDF commander warns 'today's thief is tomorrow's murderer.'![]() Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked --- Tough Girls Don’t DanceHer flaw? She tells the truth.![]() Why is the Knesset Debating IDF Religiosity?Perplexed MK Yogev reminds Knesset 'enemy is Hamas, not religious soldiers' as Jewish 'radicalization' in IDF placed on the docket.![]() German Soldier Versus 9,300 'Israelis for Berlin'Jew who immigrated to Israel to join combat brigade can't understand campaign asking for thousands of work visas to Germany.![]() Golani Troops Say Gomel Blessing at KotelSoldiers of hard-hit brigade leave front for first time in operation, say blessing recited after safely emerging from danger.![]() IDF to Decorate Soldiers for Bravery, CourageSenior officers say a large-scale project launched to determine who will be decorated; Lt. Eitan, Shayetet 13 likely among them.![]() Killed in Action: The Faces of the Golani HeroesSeven of 13 combat soldiers who were killed in the close fighting at the Battle of Shejaya have been identified.![]() Feiglin: End Misplaced Pity That Endangers TroopsIn order to avoid risking the lives of Gaza Arabs, the IDF has been risking the lives of IDF soldiers, and that has to stop, said MK Feiglin![]() Soldier Declares 'Sit in Jail, Don't Expel Jews'Combat soldier taking part in internet protest over demolitions tells media: 'going blindly after illegal orders will bring a Holocaust.'![]() Parts of Gaza Fence Still Down 1 Week After StormHoles in fence have been presenting major security risk, IDF soldiers say; IDF spokesman denies claims that breaches have remained open.![]() Soldier Arrested for 'Price Tag' to House ArrestMagistrate's court accepts motion filed by legal aid group citing lack of evidence; soldier returns to unit tomorrow.![]() Golani Soldier Nabbed over 'Price Tag Attack'Petah Tikva court extends soldier's detention by one day; accused of writing anti-Arab graffiti on Afikim buses. Suspect denies the charges.![]() Yaalon: Combat Units ‘Likely to Be Called Up Soon’Defense Minister hints at major operation during a visit to the Golan.![]() IDF on High Alert on Israel’s Syrian BorderIDF forces are on high alert in the Golan Heights as opposition forces begin to aim at a new target: Israel.![]() Op-Ed: IDF Soldier on Singer's Anti-IDF SongArmy Radio did not allow singer Izhar Ashdot to perform his libelous song about IDF soldiers - who guard his life. Why was that criticized?![]() IDF Soldiers Scrambled in North for Surprise DrillIDF soldiers scrambled without warning early Wednesday for a surprise drill designed to test their “fitness and readiness” in the north. |