IDF

IDF deputy chief of staff meets with top US brass

Second-in-command of Israeli military visits US to deepen ties between IDF, US military.

2 terrorists arrested after firing on IDF soldiers

Terrorists shoot at IDF soldiers in Samaria. 1 terrorist hospitalized after soldiers return fire.

Security forces thwart attempt to smuggle 2.5m worth of drugs

IDF and Israel Police troops thwart smuggling attempt of 37 weapons and drugs worth 2,500,000 NIS.

Jewish interests In both Ukraine and Russia

Never forget that, thank G-d, Jews now have a place of refuge and an army to defend them. Opinion.

2 militants killed in clashes with the IDF

Security officials blame increased violence on the PA losing control of the situation and Hamas filling the vacuum.

Clashes at Joseph's Tomb

Arabs throw rocks and firebombs at IDF forces securing the entry of Jewish worshipers to Joseph's Tomb.

IDF:

Israeli vehicle breaks through checkpoint, hits troops

IDF Spokesperson’s Unit provides update on two violent incidents involving Israelis and security forces that took place near Homesh.

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IDF Chief of Staff met Qatari army chief in Bahrain

Saudi website reports Kochavi met Chief of Staff of Qatari military during his visit to Bahrain this week.

IDF Chief of Staff makes first visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain

Israel built 'security network with strategic partners,' gaining 'strategic advantage over threats in the region,' IDF Chief of Staff says.

IDF Chief of Staff arrives for visit in Bahrain

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi holds historic first visit to Bahrain.

New Israel Video e-Newsletter

New e-newsletter "Daily Israel Videos" allows subscribers to choose which topics relating to Israel they want to receive.

Cypriot military chief arrives for first visit to Israel

Israeli, Cypriot, militaries discuss shared security challenges, focus on opportunities to expand cooperation.

Dramatic video: How Iranian drones were intercepted

IDF releases new documentation, information about interception of 3 armed Iranian drones on their way to Israel last year.

IDF ends 'Witnesses in Uniform' delegations to Poland

IDF moves delegations of soldiers to learn about the Holocaust to Lithuania in contested move which may cause diplomatic crisis with Poland.

Hebron:

Arab rioters throw objects at IDF troops

PA officials report seriously wounded teen from IDF fire during riot in Hebron.

IDF: Nationalist motives behind Hizma stabbing

Second Hizma stabbing was due to nationalist motives, IDF searching for perpetrator.

Security forces thwart weapons smuggling attempt

IDF, Israel Police, confiscate 12 Kalashnikov rifles, along with cartridges and ammunition.

Chief of Staff to Yad L'Achim:

Missionaries not allowed on army bases

'No place for cult activity attempting to stab the Jewish people in the back,' Yad L'achim says.

End to coalition crisis?

Bennett to present compromise on IDF pensions

PM to present compromise on the pensions of permanent IDF personnel after Gantz boycotted Knesset votes over the law.

IDF fighters eliminate terrorist in Gush Etzion

Fighters from Maglan unit eliminate 13-year-old who threw firebombs at Israeli vehicles on Highway 60.

Firebomb throwing terrorists arrested

IDF reservists enter two PA towns and arrest four terrorists who threw firebombs towards Migdal Oz.

Will Arabs be drafted into the IDF?

MK David Amsalem files a petition with the High Court demanding that Arabs also be required to draft into the IDF.

Nancy Pelosi visits Iron Dome battery

Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the US House of Representatives, views Iron Dome battery, receives briefing on threats facing Israeli civilians.

Trilateral meeting for military cooperation held in Greece

Head of the IDF Strategic Planning and Cooperation Directorate participates in trilateral meeting with Greece and Cyprus.

Israeli F-15s escort American B-52 bomber

IDF fighter jets escort American bomber craft through Israel skies on its way from the Gulf.

IDF: Suspects crossed Gaza security fence, set truck on fire

The suspects returned to the Gaza Strip shortly after, the IDF said.

Wave of shooting attacks:

Israeli security forces eliminate 3 armed terrorists

Joint operation of IDF, Shin Bet, Border Police leads to elimination of terrorists responsible for shooting attacks in Judea and Samaria.

Officers dismissed over deadly friendly-fire incident

Investigation finds series of errors, including mistaken identity, led to friendly fire incident in which 2 soldiers were killed.

20-year-old IDF officer killed in Galilee car accident

Driver arrested after fleeing scene of deadly accident.

IDF wraps up five-day cross-corps exercise

Tanks, troops, artillery, planes, and intelligence services worked together to provide a more effective and lethal force for the drill.

Third time in a week: Attempted shooting on IDF force in Samaria

Terrorists shoot from passing vehicle at military post at entrance to Shechem. No casualties among IDF soldiers.

US dissatisfied with Israeli probe of PA Arab's death

US demands “thorough criminal investigation” into death of Palestinian Arab after IDF operation in Jiljiliya.

US military officer included in training to strike Iran

In precedent-setting move, US military officer included in IDF training to strike at Iran, demonstrating Israel's capabilities to the US.

Gantz: Fight against Jewish terrorism matter of security, morals

Defense Minister tours Samaria area along with IDF, Shabak, and Police leaders, including site where Yehuda Dimentman was killed.

Chief of Staff:

'Immoral and reprehensible' how soldiers left Arab on the ground

'Being mission-oriented does not contradict maintaining IDF values,' IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi says.

Probe of death of PA Arab:

IDF reprimands commander, dismisses two others

Chief of Staff receives investigation into death of elderly Palestinian Arab after he was arrested by IDF in Jiljiliya.

Shots fired at IDF vehicle

IDF vehicle, post, sustain damage in two separate shooting incidents.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'The IDF conducted a raid in a neighboring country'

Aviv Kochavi hints about operation that the IDF conducted in a nearby country.

Large weapons smuggling operation broken up in Jordan Valley

Over 50 weapons seized after IDF, police stop 3 suspicious vehicles traveling on Route 90.

Will colleagues of slain soldier Barel Shmueli be investigated?

IDF reportedly considering investigation of response of soldiers on Gaza border to killing of comrade during violent riot.

Joint force exercise sweeps through central Samaria city

IDF, Israel Police, and other emergency services practiced responding to multiple simultaneous incidents in one of Samaria's largest cities.

Home of accomplice in Yehuda Dimentman's murder to be demolished

Part of home of minor who assisted his cousin in murder of yeshiva student in Samaria to be demolished.

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IDF Education Force band sends love to Texas synagogue

Education Force band sings "Kol Ha'Olam Kulo" in solidarity with Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville.

Egoz unit resumes training after deadly friendly fire incident

IDF unit which lost 2 commanders in friendly fire shooting last week resumes operational activity as Chief of Staff visits.

2 soldiers hurt in accidental grenade explosion

Soldiers taken to hospital in Jerusalem after accidental grenade detonation at military base in Mishor Adumim.

IDF widow: No anger at shooter in friendly fire incident

Or Elharar, widow of Major Itamar Elharar, who was killed in a friendly fire incident, opens up a week after the tragic accident.

First publication: IDF to allow married soldiers days off

Under new regulation, married soldiers to be allowed to return home on day of mikvah immersion.

Friendly fire tragedy

'Two gunmen surprised me, so I acted immediately'

Officer who shot dead two members of his unit says he felt he was in danger and therefore opened fire.

'Ofek, come back!' A father's tears at military funeral

A thousand people attend funeral of Ofek Aharon, one of the 2 soldiers who were killed in a friendly-fire incident last night.

Tragedy at special IDF unit

Ofek Aharon, Itamar Elharar, killed in Jordan Valley incident

Serious shooting accident results in deaths of two officers during security operations in the Jordan Valley.

First publication

Demolition order for home of Yehuda Dimentman's murderer

Family of terrorist Muhammad Jaradat informed their home will be demolished following murder of Yehuda Dimentman.

Terrorist taken with victim to hospital - without handcuffs

Terrorist who committed ramming attack in Binyamin taken to hospital in same helicopter as soldier he wounded, not handcuffed during flight.

IDF investigating after elderly PA man died after being released

Military Police Criminal Investigation Division investigating after detained PA man dies after his release,

Likud MK proposes: One dunam of land to each discharged soldier

'Soldier who settles in the Negev is preferable to any land-robbing Bedouin,' MK David Amsalem says.

IDF: 31 soldiers fell in 2021

IDF releases casualty figures for the previous year.

Watch: Arabs attempt to drag tank from IDF memorial site

Arabs arrive at Brigade 7 memorial site, attempt to drag away one of the tanks stationed there.

IDF: We'll destroy floor terrorist lived on

IDF announces decision to demolish floor Yehuda Dimentman's murderer lived on, allows terrorist's family to appeal.

Helicopter crash victim laid to rest

Lt. Col. Erez Sachyani, who was killed in military helicopter crash alongside Maj. Chen Fogel, laid to rest in cemetery in Misgav.

IDF intercepts Hezbollah drone on Lebanese border

IDF forces shoot down Hezbollah drone after it crossed into Israeli territory. The incident is being investigated.

Teen with autism fulfills dream of joining IDF

Tal Or, Itamar's mother, relates story of his adoption, discovery his autism, fight to allow him to join his friends in the IDF.