Ground Forces

Israel to buy dozens of JLTV tactical vehicles in $26m deal

Israel’s Defense Ministry sign $26 million deal to acquire dozens of JLTV armored tactical vehicles for IDF ground forces, including maintenance and sustainment support.

IDF cancels training for dozens of combat units

Despite the government’s approval of the defense budget, the Ground Forces have decided to freeze training for approximately 25 units, out of concern over potential future cuts.

Chief of Staff: In 2026, we'll implement lessons from the war

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks at Ground Forces' conference, promises coming year will see improved readiness, integrating lessons from October 7th massacre, and supporting both reserve and career service members.

IDF:

The facility that will train IDF soldiers for next war

The IDF unveiled a new training complex in the Golan Heights designed to simulate combat in Lebanon. Senior commanders stressed the facility’s role in boosting readiness and praised reservists as 'the best of Israeli society.'

IDF Chief: Ground forces key to Victory in multi-front war

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir visits Ground Forces, unveils plans to expand ground capabilities, integrate advanced robotics, and prioritize lessons from urban warfare.

New IDF appointments:

Dozens of officers appointed to new positions

Chief of Staff and Minister of Defense approve appointment of dozens of officers to key positions in intelligence, ground forces, and Home Front Command.

IDF Ground Forces commander to resign position

Major General Tomer Yadai, considered to be a candidate for the position of Deputy Chief of Staff, announces decision to step down, effective in the near future.

'Something we've dreamt of':

IAF carried out 10,000 cooperative airstrikes since war began

According to the IDF, the cooperation between the ground forces and IAF is one of the most prominent elements in the IDF’s ground operation.

IDF Comptroller: The ground forces are prepared for war

After examination by three committees, the IDF is convinced of its readiness for war and is committed to narrowing existing gaps.

Senior officer denies claims IDF not ready for war

Despite IDF ombudsman's warning's over IDF's depleted state, high ranking officer tells Arutz Sheva that such charges are baseless.

Is Israel ready for another war?

Is IDF ready to fight a war? Chief of Staff says army at highest preparedness, but recent report by former top general suggests otherwise.

'IDF at record fitness for war'

Commander of ground forces slams IDF ombudsman's claims that army not ready for war. 'IDF is in best position to fight in decades.'

Chief of Staff: Our purpose is to protect Israel and win wars

Major-General Kovi Barak in as new IDF Ground Forces commander, replacing Major-General Guy Tzur.