IDF

'Very serious military failure'

Father of fallen soldier demands answers

In an Arutz Sheva interview, Yuval Shai Svilem's father alleges serious IDF failures, including a faulty weapon and dangerous deployment, and demands answers.

Judea Junction shooting

Dramatic footage: Soldiers rush terrorists and eliminate them

New IDF surveillance footage shows soldiers charging at terrorists and eliminating them during a deadly gunfight near Hebron that claimed two soldiers' lives.

IDF:

Vast majority of olive harvests proceed peacefully

IDF reports 220,000 dunams harvested across Judea and Samaria, with most coordinated activities proceeding peacefully despite recent violent incidents.

30 minutes to stop terror attack: IDF and Shin Bet foil plot

Acting on precise Shin Bet intelligence, IDF troops arrest a suspected terrorist within 30 minutes, foiling a planned attack believed to target Route 60.

500 searches, just two guns?

Questions raised over IDF Hebron operation

IDF forces search over 500 locations and arrest 50 suspects in Hebron following a deadly shooting, but the discovery of just two guns raises questions.

'I'm willing to go to prison':

Bereaved father issues ultimatum

At Sgt. Yuval Shai Svilem's funeral, his sister vows to remain strong, his father demands deportations, and Ben-Gvir recalls meeting the fallen soldier.

IDF eliminates two terrorists who transferred millions to Hamas

The IDF and ISA say the two terrorists helped funnel millions of shekels from Iran and Turkey to Hamas' military wing. A weapons storage facility in central Gaza was also destroyed.

Fearing surprise attack, IDF reinforces troops

The IDF is reinforcing troops, raising alert levels, and suspending leave. A two-day drill will take place in northern and central Israel.

Ahead of elections:

IDF restricts Palestinian workers' entry into Judea and Samaria

The IDF announces restrictions on Palestinian Arab workers entering communities in Judea and Samaria and the Jordan Valley. All land crossings will close on Election Day.

After shooting attack

IDF, Shin Bet launch counterterrorism operation in Hebron

Israeli security forces launch a targeted counterterrorism operation in Hebron following the Judea Junction attack that killed two IDF soldiers and wounded others.

IDF chief at attack scene:

'We are at the highest level of readiness'

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir says soldiers killed in the Judea Junction shooting prevented a more serious attack, vows to pursue those responsible and reinforces troops in the area.

Cleared for publication:

Ron and Yuval fell in shooting attack near Hebron

Staff Sergeant Ron Yonatan Roytman and Sergeant Yuval Shai Svilem fell in combat on Friday morning during the shooting attack at the Judea Junction.

Helmet camera footage:

Dramatic gunfight with Hebron terrorists

Helmet camera footage shows a security officer pursuing terrorists and exchanging gunfire after a shooting attack near Hebron wounded five Israelis.

IDF soldiers revive 700-year-old Jewish tradition

Carmeli Brigade troops ascended Mount Betarim, reviving an ancient Jewish tradition ahead of Shabbat Lech Lecha: reading God's promise to Abraham, blowing the shofar and praying for victory and peace in Israel.

Soldier recounts terrorist attack

"I felt a bullet hit my helmet and lowered my head"

A soldier who participated in the exchange of fire with the terrorists at Yehuda Junction described the moments of the encounter, the bullet that struck his helmet, and his attempt to calm a fellow soldier.

Chief of Staff: Soldiers' actions prevented even greater tragedy

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir following the shooting attack at Yehuda Junction: "The terrorists were eliminated by a deputy battalion commander and a company commander."

Terrorists eliminated

Two IDF soldiers killed in shooting attack near Judea Junction

5 Israelis injured in a shooting attack carried out by multiple terrorists near Judea Junction, one of them critically. Two terrorists eliminated following a manhunt and an exchange of fire.

Head of Popular Resistance Committees in Khan Yunis eliminated

IDF and Shin Bet eliminate Ramadan Muhammad Ashahada Diab, who was involved in planning attacks against Israeli forces and rebuilding Hamas' military capabilities in violation of the ceasefire.

Near diplomatic crisis

IDF strikes just miss Lebanese troops

An out-of-control Israeli robotic APC prompts airstrikes that mistakenly targeted a Lebanese Army vehicle; no injuries were reported, IDF investigates.

Brad Lander detained during unauthorized olive harvest

Far-left New York congressional candidate says Israeli forces detained him and dozens of activists during an olive harvest near Bethlehem. IDF explains security concerns and coordination requirements.

Netanyahu and Katz warn: Iran will burn

Netanyahu calls for toppling Iran's regime as Katz warns of devastating retaliation, expanded Israeli control in Lebanon, and no withdrawal from Gaza.

IDF issues election warning to hesder yeshiva students

Even while studying at yeshiva, hesder students remain subject to military rules on political activity. The IDF has clarified what they can, and cannot, do during election season.

IDF eliminates terrorist who planned attack killing four soldiers

IDF, ISA, eliminate Nukhba terrorist involved in planning explosive attack that killed four soldiers from IDF's Battalion 52 last year.

From the front lines to the ballot box: IDF soldiers begin voting

From Mount Hermon to Eilat and across Israel's borders, IDF soldiers begin casting their ballots at 850 military polling stations, including mobile stations for troops on operational missions.

IDF eliminates senior Hamas security official in Gaza City

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Akram Bassam Shaaban Yassin, a senior Hamas official responsible for protecting the terrorist organization's leadership.

Historic milestone in IDF:

First haredi officer course completed by Hashmonaim Brigade

Fifteen cadets graduate as Hashmonaim Brigade’s first officers. Chief of staff says they are breaking new ground in integrating haredim into the IDF and building the brigade’s command echelon.

Hamas terrorist involved in abduction of Shani Louk eliminated

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated a Hamas terrorist who participated in the abduction of Shani Louk during the October 7 massacre.

High alert

The Chief of Staff's pre-election message

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir visited a large-scale Gaza Division exercise and warned that Israel's enemies continue planning attacks despite suffering heavy blows.

IDF develops new test that could change who gets recruited

The IDF is developing a new assessment to uncover hidden talents and open military career paths to candidates who may have been overlooked by traditional recruitment screening.

Southern Lebanon

Over 540 terrorist infrastructure sites destroyed

IDF soldiers operating in the southern Lebanon security zone in recent weeks destroyed more than 540 terrorist infrastructure sites and located more than 150 weapons.

64,000 haredi draft dodgers could face tougher penalties

The IDF is weighing a major crackdown on haredi men who ignored draft orders, including shortening the threshold for criminal prosecution and exposing more draft evaders to potential prison sentences of up to six months.

IDF exposes Lebanese Army failures against Hezbollah

Months after Lebanon’s army claimed it had addressed a Hezbollah weapons site in southern Lebanon, the terror group was caught removing weapons and military equipment in the region.

Millions taken from IDF?

Major wartime fraud investigation exposed

Police arrest 21 IDF personnel and civilian contractors in nationwide raids over suspected wartime fraud involving millions of shekels and military fuel.

Family of fallen soldier alleges IDF failures in Lebanon

The father of a 21-year-old soldier killed in a Humvee rollover demands answers, alleging the vehicle traveled without an escort and that critical procedures may have been violated.

Katz: IDF ready to destroy Hamas, demilitarize Gaza

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns time to destroy Hamas 'approaching,' says IDF is 'prepared' to demilitarize Gaza.

'No administrative detentions'

Katz backs IDF, puts responsibility on police

Defense Minister Israel Katz insists police, not the IDF, must handle Jewish rioters in Judea and Samaria, rejecting calls to restore administrative detention despite recent violence.

IDF on highest alert, reinforces forces ahead of elections

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders leave restrictions, increased commander presence, and additional troop deployments across multiple fronts to ensure Israel's elections proceed safely.

IDF eliminates three Hamas terrorists in Gaza strikes

IDF eliminated three Hamas terrorists in northern Gaza who were involved in weapons production, military engineering and efforts to restore the terror group's capabilities, in violation of the ceasefire.

IDF salutes thousands of lone soldiers serving in combat roles

The IDF Personnel Directorate, FIDF, and Association for the Soldier honor 2,000 lone soldiers serving in combat roles, many of whom have no family in Israel. The average age of enlistment is 21.

IDF cancels leave on Election Day amid fears of Iranian attack

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders troops to remain on duty during Israel's October 27 elections amid fears of a regional escalation involving Iran or its proxies.

Watch:

Arabs found crammed in trunk attempting to enter Jerusalem

After finding that the driver of the suspicious Renault was unauthorized to enter Israeli territory, IDF and Border Police forces opened the trunk and found three more illegal entrants.

Under the radar: IDF's surprising move in Lebanon

The IDF is allowing Lebanese and Syrian workers to enter agricultural areas within the security zone in southern Lebanon to harvest olives, in coordination with and under the supervision of Israeli troops.

Secret transcripts expose Netanyahu's clashes with top brass

Newly revealed war cabinet transcripts expose explosive disagreements between Netanyahu and Israel's security chiefs over Gaza, Hezbollah, Syria, and decisions that shaped the course of the war.

IDF: To remove the threat

IDF eliminates Nukhba commander who infiltrated Re’im on 10/7

The terrorist infiltrated the Re’im Base during the October 7 massacre and recently advanced attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians, in violation of the ceasefire.

Two years later

IDF reveals Sinwar's orders before October 7

Marking two years since Yahya Sinwar's elimination, the IDF releases a handwritten document in which the Hamas leader ordered terrorists to document atrocities on October 7.

Draft evaders barred from civil service jobs

Following the attorney general’s directives, the Civil Service Commission is reinstating enforcement of the ban on hiring draft-eligible individuals who have not regularized their status.

IDF and ISA:

Two Gaza terrorists involved in weapons smuggling eliminated

IDF and ISA eliminated two terrorists who facilitated the smuggling of weapons and military equipment into Gaza.

Letter by Sinwar's son:

'I want to hold a Kalashnikov and shoot Jews'

Two years after Yahya Sinwar's elimination, the IDF reveals a letter from his 10-year-old son expressing longing for his father and a desire to shoot Jews.

Bound for Attacks on IDF

Hezbollah admits ownership of Lebanese-seized explosives

Hezbollah admits explosives seized in Lebanon belonged to the group, claiming they were intended for attacks on Israeli forces and demanding their return.

Ben Gvir unveils plan to amend IDF's ethical code

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir proposes replacing IDF's 'Purity of Arms' principle with 'Righteousness of Arms,' emphasizing victory over enemies and Jewish moral values.

IDF fails to intercept Hezbollah drones over Lebanon

Hezbollah launched three reconnaissance drones into southern Lebanon's security zone over the past two weeks, IAF failed to intercept two of them but withheld details from the public, Galei Zahal report says.

Two arrested

Extremist protesters attempt to storm IDF building near Bnei Brak

Violent clashes erupt near Bnei Brak as dozens of extremist protesters attempt to force their way into a building housing an IDF unit responsible for integrating haredi soldiers.

Exclusive interview

The rabbi's decision that saved an IDF officer's life on Oct. 7

A day before completing 12 years of military service, Major Y. received an urgent call to report to the Gaza Division headquarters. His community's rabbi urged him to stay and defend his neighbors instead.

IDF starts reviewing acts of heroism for October 7 medals

The IDF has launched a process to evaluate acts of heroism during the battles from October 7 until the beginning of the ground offensive in Gaza.

IDF

Over 100 terrorists eliminated, 8 km of tunnels destroyed in Gaza

The 99th Division completed 4 months of operations in northern Gaza, eliminating terrorists involved in the October 7 massacre and hostage captivity, and dismantling Hamas infrastructure.

Israel to acquire 12 advanced Apache attack helicopters

Following government approval, Israel's Defense Ministry moves to finalize an agreement with the Pentagon for 12 Boeing Apache Echo helicopters, with deliveries expected early next decade.

IDF Chief of Staff:

Potential for escalation has grown, ready for every scenario

LTG Zamir warns of increased potential for escalation across multiple fronts, condemns violence against innocent civilians during the olive harvest season.

Exposed:

The 'charities' that serve as terrorist offices

IDF and Shin Bet forces arrested five operatives in raids on groups in Ramallah and Yatta accused of serving as financial and organizational arms of Hamas and the PFLP.

Bodycam footage:

IDF foils terror attack in northern Samaria

IDF and Shin Bet forces arrested four Islamic Jihad terrorists in Qabatiya and Arraba, foiling a planned attack in northern Samaria.

Northern Israel UFO panic

IDF reaches conclusion on mystery object

The IDF says the unidentified object that entered Israeli airspace was likely a balloon or hot-air device, not a drone, and probably posed no threat.