Hamas will pay increasingly heavy prices
Minister of Defense Israel Katz approved the operational plans to continue operations in Gaza and stated: 'Our main goal is to bring the hostages home.'
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Haredi battalion eliminates sniper who tried to kill them twice
Minister of Defense:
IDF soldier found dead on military base
Ronen Portnoi was found lifeless last Saturday on an IDF base. Military police are investigating the circumstances of his death.
Gaza:
Hamas terrorist who also worked for Al Jazeera eliminated
IDF and ISA eliminated terrorist sniper Hossam Basel Abdul Karim Shabat, who was also employed by Al Jazeera.
Using a missile and a drone
Terrorist who planned attack in immediate time frame eliminated
Yamam and IDF forces operating in Qalqiliya eliminated a terrorist who intended to attack Israeli citizens in the immediate time frame.
To Serve or not to Serve
Moshe Rabeinu served in the army; Yehoshua served in the army; King David served in the army. These holy heroes of the nation were great in military prowess and great in Torah.
IDF strikes military capabilities at Syrian military bases
For the second time in recent days, the IDF strikes military capabilities that remained at the Syrian military bases of Tadmur and T4.
Incident in Susya:
Anti-Israel filmmaker arrested on suspicion of throwing rocks
Director Yuval Abraham claims that Hamdan Ballal, co-creator of "No Other Land," was attacked by Jews and then arrested by soldiers. IDF spokesperson clarifies that Ballal was arrested on suspicion of throwing rocks at IDF troops.
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IDF strikes pickup trucks used in massacre
The IDF and ISA struck over 100 pickup trucks used to infiltrate Israeli territory, murder, and abduct Israeli civilians as well as other terrorist purposes.
IAF destroys dozens of Nuhkba Force vehicles in Gaza
Air Force destroys vehicles used by terrorist organizations in an effort to disrupt the maneuverability and logistics of the terrorists.
IDF confirms:
Precise strike on key Hamas terrorist in Nasser Hospital
The military stressed that the strike was conducted following an extensive intelligence-gathering process and with precise munitions, in order to mitigate harm to the surrounding environment as much as possible.
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36th Division prepares to join fight in Gaza
Over the past months, the division has completed several months of operational activity in the northern arena.
IDF eliminates two top Hamas military commanders
Ahmad Salman ‘Awj Shimali was responsible for operations, planning the offensive strategy, and building the brigade's force in preparation for 10.7.
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IDF troops operate in Gaza - dozens of terrorists eliminated
IDF forces have been conducting widespread operations in the Gaza Strip, alongside strikes from the air and sea, during which they destroyed missile launchers and eliminated terrorists.
Hesder yeshiva students celebrate at IDF induction center
Hesder students celebrate at IDF induction center, en route to service in the armored corps
IDF concludes encirclement of Tel al-Sultan in Rafah
Overnight, troops encircled the area, eliminated several terrorists, and conducted a targeted raid on a terror infrastructure site that was used over the past few months as a command and control center of Hamas terrorists.
IDF drafts next generation of combat fighters
IDF drafts next generation of combat fighters, 'significant strengthening of forces with 1,133 new immigrants, 709 lone soldiers, 393 residents of Gaza border.'
IDF issues warning of expanded military action to Gazans
IDF spokesman in Arabic issues urgent evacuation warning for Tel Sultan in Rafah.
Live dispute:
IDF reservists are not majority of anti-government protesters
Hebrew U. Prof. Danny Orbach claims media trying to create misrepresentation that majority of IDF reservists support the opposition.
France condemns Lebanon rockets, urges Israeli restraint
France calls on all parties to respect the commitments in ceasefire agreement, after rockets are fired from Lebanon and Israel strikes targets in Lebanon in response.
External team to implement lessons of October 7th massacre
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has announced that a group of reservist officers will be responsible for implementing lessons learned from the lengthy investigative process that the IDF carried out regarding the massacre.
IDF strikes Syrian military bases to neutralize threats
IDF strikes military strategic capabilities that remained at the Syrian military bases of Tadmur and T4, says it "will continue to act in order to remove any threat posed to the citizens of the State of Israel".
Missile from Yemen intercepted outside Israeli territory
Sirens sounded in localities across central Israel, Jerusalem and the Shfela regions following a launch from Yemen. IDF says a missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IAF prior to crossing into Israeli territory.
IDF strikes Hamas launcher near humanitarian area in Al-Furqan
IDF strikes launcher from which two projectiles were launched toward Israeli territory in the area of Al-Furqan in northern Gaza. "This is further evidence of Hamas' systematic exploitation of civilians."
Head of Hamas' Military Intelligence in southern Gaza eliminated
IDF and Shin Bet announce they conducted an intelligence-based strike on Thursday and eliminated terrorist Osama Tabash, who planned and coordinated targets and infiltration objectives during the October 7th Massacre.
After being ignored
IDF lookouts to be integrated into intelligence array
As part of the lessons learned from the October 7th Massacre the Intelligence Directorate's Unit 9900 has begun passing intelligence information directly to the lookouts' operations centers.
Gush Etzion:
The soldiers preventing the next October 7th
The commander of the Tavor Battalion speaks to Arutz Sheva about his troops' operations in the area of Husan, the arrests, and the preparations for the most extreme scenarios.
IDF expands ground operation to Rafah
IDF troops have begun conducting ground activity in the area of "Shabura" in Rafah, the military announced.
IDF Chief of Staff:
'When we talk about defeating Hamas, it means everywhere'
IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir held an operational situational assessment in Judea and Samaria and stressed that the mission to destroy Hamas is in effect in that region as well.
Defense Minister:
'Military pressure is affecting Hamas's position'
Defense Minister Israel Katz holds a security situational assessment with the IDF Chief of Staff, approves continuation of military operation in Gaza.
Head of Hamas General Security Forces eliminated
The IDF eliminated Rashid Jahjuh, the head of Hamas' General Security Forces, the unit responsible for exposing 'collaborators,' safeguarding Hamas senior members and assets within Gaza and abroad, and suppressing opposition to Hamas' rule.
'Whole Companies Gone':
Significant decrease in reserves mobilization
As fighting resumes in Gaza, the IDF reports that there has been a decline of nearly 30% in reservist enlistment.
Phones with Hamas-supporting material smuggled into IDF base
2 workers were caught illegally concealing phones containing material supporting Hamas and ISIS into the Tel Nof airbase.
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IDF ground troops return to Gaza
IDF troops began targeted ground activities in the central and southern Gaza Strip. As part of the ground activities, the troops expanded their control further to the center of the Netzarim Corridor.
Two senior Hamas officials eliminated in Gaza airstrikes
The IDF and ISA struck dozens of terror targets and eliminated two more senior Hamas officials: Yasser Muhammad Harb Musa and Muhammad Al-Jamasi.
At IDF base:
Caracal suspected of biting soldiers caught on Mount Harif
Caracal suspected of biting IDF soldiers near Mount Harif is caught by Nature and Parks Authority supervisor and taken for examination at hospital for wild animals.
Refusing IDF service:
Left wingers praise dismissed IDF officer
IDF announces dismissal of non-combat officer from reserve duty after he supported refusing combat service on social media.
Brigade commander:
'IDF preparing for security challenges in 2025'
Brigade commander, Shai Babad, sends special memo to combat soldiers, reviewing the anticipated security challenges and missions in 2025.
After 2 months of quiet:
Ballistic missile launched at Israel from Yemen
Red Alert sirens activated in Be'er Sheva, Dimona, and more cities in the Negev as missile fired from Yemen intercepted before reaching Israeli airspace.
IDF dismisses reserve combat navigator who refuses to serve
IDF announces termination of service of a combat navigator after he refused to serve due to government policy.
Head of Hamas government in Gaza eliminated
Essam al-Da'alis, Head of the Hamas Government and the most senior figure of authority in the Gaza Strip, eliminated in surprise airstrikes.
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The IAF's surprise airstrikes on Hamas in Gaza
IDF publishes footage from today's airstrikes on Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists in Gaza.
Confirmed:
Palestinian Islamic Jihad spokesman eliminated in IDF strike
Islamic Jihad confirms that that Naji Abu Sayif, known as Abu Hamza, was eliminated in an IDF airstrike on the Nuseirat "refugee" camp in central Gaza.
3 suspects arrested, weapons seized in raid in Shechem
Overnight, IDF, ISA, and Israel Police forces began operating in Shechem (Nablus) as part of the ongoing counterterrorism operation in northern Samaria.
Special security meeting:
Netanyahu considering next steps after surprise attack in Gaza
Home Front command is calling on Israelis around the country to be prepared for the possibility that the fighting would affect areas beyond the Gaza envelope.
Ceasefire ends
Israel launches surprise attack in Gaza
Dozens of targets struck from the air, senior officials eliminated. Hamas claims over 400 dead. Educational activity in communities near Gaza cancelled.
Hamas confirms:
Hamas 'Prime Minister' among terrorists killed in surprise attack
Gazans reported over 300 deaths in the extensive strikes including several senior Hamas political figures.
Hamas preparing for a raid?
Defense establishment identifies unusual incident in Gaza
The defense establishment has identified an unusual incident in Gaza in recent days, which may indicate preparations for an attack or raid.
Ceasefire violation?
Bullets hit vehicle near northern border, IDF investigating
Bullet holes were found in the windshield of a car in Avivim. An initial IDF investigation found that the bullets were shot in the air during a funeral for a terrorist in Maroun al-Ras and were not purposely aimed at Israeli territory.
IDF welcomes three new fighter jets
Three new F-35i "Adir" fighter jets landed at Nevatim Air Base and will join the 116th squadron.
UNRWA gear found in terrorist weapons cache in Samaria
IDF soldiers located a weapons storage facility in Nur Shams. Among the many weapons and ammo, the troops found an UNRWA vest.
Serious mishap in IDF:
Senior officer loses classified documents in parking lot
Senior officer loses classified documents in Ramat Gan parking lot; a civilian who passed by handed them to a security guard in the building, who reported the incident to the police and IDF.
Soldiers dismissed for firing at Gaza during Megillah reading
Several soldiers were disciplined following the publication of a video in which they fired at Gaza each time someone read Haman's name.
IDF eliminates 2 Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon
Terrorists serving as lookouts for Hezbollah eliminated after 5 terrorists from Hamas cell eliminated in Gaza.
In northern Gaza Strip
IDF eliminates terrorist cell in Beit Lahia area
IAF strikes a terrorist cell in the Beit Lahia area, including a terrorist who infiltrated Israel during the October 7th massacre.
Defense Minister:
'One-sided draft notices are a failure'
Defense Minister Israel Katz criticized the intention of the IDF to send 14,000 additional recruitment orders to haredim by May.
IDF suspends soldiers who fired into Gaza during megilla reading
Reservists film themselves firing towards Gaza as Haman's name is mentioned during a reading of the Scroll of Esther, with one wearing a clown hat instead of a helmet and vest.
Samaria:
IDF searches for suspects after alert in Harasha
Sirens warning of suspected infiltration of terrorists sounded in community of Harasha in the Binyamin region. IDF says a number of suspects who were identified near the community fled after fire was opened at them. Searches continue.
Defense Minister:
IDF will remain at security points in Lebanon indefinitely
Minister Israel Katz says the IDF will remain at 5 locations in southern Lebanon as long as this is necessary to prevent Hezbollah from threatening the residents of northern Israel.
10/7 attack on Nir Oz:
6 hours of kidnapping & murder, IDF arrived after terrorists left
Investigation into the October 7 attack in Nir Oz finds serious failures by IDF to understand the scope of the attack and send forces to protect the town.
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