IDF

IDF launches second F-35i fighter jet squadron

F-35i "Adir" fighter is the world's most advanced stealth aircraft, with real-time processing, control and situational awareness abilities.

IDF helicopter attacks tunnel infrastructure in Gaza

Attack comes in retaliation for firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza toward Israeli territory.

He got on a plane and joined the Israeli army

Rabbi Ari Abramowitz empowers lone soldier veterans to lead successful lives after serving in the Israeli army.

Benny Gantz prays for peace, especially within Israel

Benny Gantz visits girls' seminary, discusses prospects for peace, integration of haredim and Arabs in the IDF or national service.

IDF strikes Hamas in response to Gaza rocket attacks

IDF retaliates for launching of 4 rockets at Israeli territory from Gaza.

4 rockets launched from Gaza

2 rockets intercepted as Red Alert sirens blare in response to terrorist launch from Gaza.

Security forces operate in outpost near Yitzhar

IDF and Border Police officers arrive at "Kumi Ori" outpost for evacuation and demolition of two residential buildings.

Military Intelligence:

Iran will have enough uranium for a nuclear bomb in 1 year

IDF presents intelligence findings to government, Iran will have uranium for nuke in 1 year, missile to carry nuke in 2 years.

Watch: US haredim celebrate completing Talmud with IDF soldiers

Soldiers in IDF's Netzach Yehuda Battlion celebrate completion of daily Talmud cycle, together with American haredim.

Proud in Uniform: New Year of hope and contribution to society

After a yearlong journey, 9 Special-in-Uniform volunteers are inducted into the IDF and receive their soldier’s IDs.

Women in tanks:

'There's physical difficulty that's hard to overcome'

Navah Dromi, who served as IDF armor instructor, explains that integrating women into armor is problematic and wrong.

IDF continues push for female tank service

Chief of Staff approves 'next stage' in plan to integrate women into armored units, including serving in tanks.

Nearly 1,300 rockets fired at Israel in 2019

Out of nearly 1,300 rockets, Iron Dome intercepted nearly 480, and the majority of others landed in open areas, IDF report shows.

IDF launches new combat unit

IDF announces launch of new combat force dubbed the 'multidimensional unit', which army hopes will be able to 'strike enemy faster.'

Watch: 2019 in 63 seconds

Watch: IDF releases video summing up its activities in 2019, welcoming new year.

Watch: This pilot had a surprise waiting for him...

This pilot thought we were filming a video about his helicopter, but we had a surprise waiting for him instead...

Watch: IDF soldiers' surprise on a Jerusalem train

An IDF soldiers started singing a Hanukkah song on a light rail train in Jerusalem. Watch what happened next.

Female tank officers face 'physical and mental difficulties'

Women serving as tank soldiers face difficulties during service, have trouble loading missiles, source says.

Innovative laser system to intercept incendiary balloons

Light Blade system will lock on balloon or drone and laser beam will destroy it.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

IDF fighter jets and helicopters attack several Hamas targets in retaliation for rocket fire on southern Israel.

Commander: Soldiers protecting Yitzhar 'afraid, broken'

Samaria Brigade Commander holds tense meeting with residents of Yitzhar, slams 'extremism,' attacks on soldiers.

IDF: Operation Black Belt was a success

Chief of Staff reviews investigation on results of recent conflict with Islamic Jihad in Gaza in which senior terrorist was killed.

'I'm proud to be a haredi combat soldier in the IDF'

Hundreds of haredi combat soldiers participated in an event marking the 20th anniversary of the establishment of haredi combat units.

IDF's 'BaMahane' magazine closing after 85 years

Israeli military's news weekly, founded before the establishment of the state, to end publication, be merged with IDF's website.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

IDF aircraft attack underground infrastructure, naval target and terrorist compound in Gaza in retaliation for rocket fire on the south.

Bennett: Syria is Iran's Vietnam

DM Bennett, Chief of Staff Kochavi attend large-scale military exercise in the IDF Northern Command.

Victim's family:

'Killers of children should not see the light of day'

Family of Rina Shnerb, who was killed in terrorist bombing, respond to arrest of the killers.

Watch: Armed terrorist attempts to enter Israel

IDF foils attempt by terrorist to infiltrate Israel from Gaza.

Air raid sirens - helpful or harmful?

IDF debates whether to sound air raid sirens during 'quiet' periods, or only during 'war time.'

57,277 IDF veterans are recognized as disabled

Defense Ministry publishes data as Israel marks the Day of Appreciation for Those Wounded in Israel’s Wars and in Terrorist Attacks.

US military working with Israel to counter Iran

Senior IDF official meets with senior US military, Dep. of Defense, officials.

Watch: Firebomb thrown at IDF vehicle

Gazan demonstrators hurl firebombs at IDF vehicles during violent Friday protests. No one was injured.

The link between captivity by the enemy and serious illness

The Ministry of Defense announced its intention to examine the link between captivity and illnesses such as cancer and heart disease.

IDF fighter seriously injured in accident in Golan

19-year-old seriously injured after being hit by a civilian vehicle hit on near Moshav Yonatan.

German Army Chief of Staff visits Israel

Inspector General of the German Army, General Eberhard Zorn, visits Israel for the first time since taking office.

Woman jailed for desertion following disengaement

Soldier who deserted IDF in wake of Gush Katif expulsions to serve 7 months in prison, be reduced in rank.

Teen struck by lightning is IDF soldier

IDF confirms 19-year-old who was struck by lightning Sunday was soldier in middle of training exercise.

IDF troops foil weapons smuggling attempt

IDF troops thwart attempt to smuggle illegal weapons in Palestinian Authority, apprehend suspect.

Cause of IDF helicopter fire revealed

Investigation into near-disastrous helicopter fire lauds pilots for quick action which prevented any loss of life.

Soldier who deserted following Disengagement arrested

Woman who claimed trauma from forcing Jews out of their homes arrested at airport attempting to leave country.

Report: IDF falsified statistics on haredi draft

For years, IDF's statistics on haredi enlistment have been exaggerated to prevent public criticism, report says.

IDF dispatches aid delegation to Albania

IDF dispatches delegation of ten experts to Albania following the earthquake there.

IDF uses less lethal rifle in Gaza border riots

IDF using Ruger-type sniper rifle in demonstrations along Gaza border, resulting in a drop in number of fatalities.

The operation that got complicated in Khan Yunis

Al-Jazeera reveals new details about the secret operation in Gaza last year.

IDF eliminates terrorist who firebombed civilian vehicle

IDF confirms: Terrorist who hurled flaming firebombs at passing vehicles eliminated, two others arrested.

How Universities enable hijacking free speech when Jews are involved

Watch: IDF Chief of Staff inspects army bases

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi completed an inspection of 180 army bases on Thursday.

IDF demolishes homes of Dvir Sorek's murderers

IDF forces demolish homes of terrorists who murdered Dvir Sorek in stabbing attack in August.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

IDF attacks targets in Gaza after two rockets were fired toward the south. Around midnight: A false alarm in Ashkelon.

IDF grounds Yasur helicopter fleet

IAF grounds entire fleet of Sikorsky CH-53 helicopters after one of them catches fire due to engine malfunction.

IDF gears up for 'day of rage'

Arabs in Judea, Samaria call for 'day of rage' in response to Pompeo's declaration on Israeli 'settlements', IDF preparing for Arab riots.

'We were prepared for Hamas to join the battle'

IDF commander in charge of recent Gaza operation says IDF was prepared for Hamas to join fighting, correctly estimated number of rockets.

Poll: Nearly half of soldiers say 'purity of arms' harms IDF

Half of Israeli soldiers refrained from taking action in the field because they feared legal consequences, poll shows.

Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff of US Armed Forces in Israel

General Mark A. Milley of US Armed Forces visits Israel on the invitation of IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi.

IDF: Activities against Hamas will be more complex and difficult

Says north would be even more complex, because number of rockets would be 'much higher'.

France: We are committed to Israel's security

France urges Iran to refrain from destabilizing actions in Syria following IDF air strike on Iranian targets near Damascus.

Watch: Children deserve better

IDF video in honor of World Children's Day shows what Palestinian Arab children are put through.

Photos show IDF attack targeting Iranian headquarters

ISI satellite company releases photographs of the IDF attack against the Iranian Quds Force headquarters in Syria.

F35i light up the skies

Two new F35i fighters are the first to spearhead the new squadron.

Bennett sends message to Iran's leaders

"The rules have changed: Anyone who fires at the State of Israel during the day does not sleep at night."