IDF

12 wanted terror suspects and weapons dealer arrested in Samaria

12 wanted suspects were taken into custody throughout Samaria. Illegal weapons dealers detained next to Shechem, weapons seized.

IAI signs massive weapons deal

Israel Aerospace Industries will supply missile defense systems to the tune of $550 million to an undisclosed country in Asia.

3 Gaza terrorists eliminated

IDF aircraft strike at Gaza terror cell which approached Israeli security fence. 3 terrorists reported killed.

Netanyahu welcomes nomination of new IDF Chief of Staff

Netanyahu says Maj.-Gen. Aviv Kochavi is a worthy candidate for IDF Chief of Staff.

Hamas terrorist killed in clashes near Ramallah

Security forces open fire at rioters who threw rocks at them in Na'alin. One of them, a Hamas terrorist, killed. Three officers injured.

Who is Major General Aviv Kochavi?

A profile of the intellectual and enigmatic officer who will become the IDF's next Chief of Staff.

IDF helps rescue Jordanian children trapped by flood

Israeli Air Force assisting in rescue of children trapped in Jordanian bus by flood waters after request by Jordanian government.

Watch: Israel's Navy SEALs practice freeing ship from terrorists

A rare look into the elite Shayetet 13 naval commandos and the methods they use to take over a hijacked ship.

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.

Gaza rocket explodes in southern Israel

Sirens heard in the Eshkol and Merhavim Regional Councils in the Gaza envelope. IDF says Iron Dome was activated.

'No more eulogies in Gaza area'

Head of Southern Command at ceremony for new head of Gaza Division: 'Our advantages over our enemies are clear and tangible.'

Arab rioter killed in Samaria clashes

One killed in Samaria after rioters shoot fireworks at IDF soldiers during army operation.

IDF captures suspect who aided Barkan terrorist

Israeli forces apprehend Palestinian Authority resident who aided Barkan terrorist, helped him hide following deadly attack.

Army: No shots were fired at Israeli soldiers in Hevron district

Army investigation into reported shooting attack on IDF soldiers suggests no shots were actually fired at soldiers.

Round of officers appointed to rank of colonel

Female Lt. Col. Tal Caspi to head 2020 Administration in Computer and Defense Division and be promoted to full colonel.

Belev Echad dinner brings together Fauda stars, Jewish activists

Belev Echad Dinner to honor stars of “Fauda,” as well as Shay and Lisa Zach, Raz Budany, and Alison Wolfson.

10,000 Arabs take part in weekly Gaza riots

IDF says Hamas acted toward restraint in weekly Gaza border riots, stresses that "it is expected that terrorism will stop."

Talking Turkey

'Everything that was struck was destroyed'

IDF general says Hamas will 'find it difficult' to replace facilities destroyed in response to rocket attack on Be'er Sheva.

'This is what a home hit by a rocket looks like'

Watch: IDF Intl. Spokesman takes viewers on a tour of the Be'er Sheva home hit by a Gaza rocket.

Watch: Gaza terror cell eliminated in IDF strike

Footage shows terrorist cell in northern Gaza Strip preparing to fire rocket at Israel - only to be eliminated in airstrike.

Terrorist killed as IDF launches airstrikes after rocket attack

Israel hits 20 terrorist positions across Gaza Strip after rocket hits Israeli city. One terrorist reported killed.

'Sovereign country can't tolerate constant attacks'

Be'er Sheva mayor demands government provide solutions, says sovereign country cannot allow constant attacks.

Ron Arad in never before published photos

IDF publishes photos of navigator Ron Arad from the time of his military service, on the 32nd anniversary of his capture.

IDF to demolish home of Barkan terrorist

Home of terrorist responsible for shooting attack in Barkan industrial zone to be demolished, IDF announces.

'Close Abbas in his Ramallah headquarters'

Islam expert Prof. Moshe Sharon calls on Israel to take a firm hand not only against the PA chairman, but also against Hamas.

500,000 youth hikers walk 'in soldiers' footsteps'

Program encouraging teens to enlist in IDF combat units to launch for its 15th year, bring students to sites on Golan Heights.

Free birth control pills to be distributed to female soldiers

Goal is to reduce number of female soldiers choosing abortion. Last year, abortions cost IDF over 4 million shekels.

'They cut the security fence and placed explosive devices'

Soldier who identified the incident on the Gaza border over the weekend recalls what took place.

IDF: We thwarted mass breach of the security fence

IDF officer details how Gazans hurled explosives, attempted to cross into Israel en masse.

IDF apprehends Gazan infiltrator

Gazan who entered Israel without weapons transferred for questioning.

Gaza border incident:

Terrorists detonated explosive along border fence

Investigation of incident along Gaza border finds 20 terrorists placed explosive device along the fence, detonated it and broke in.

IDF kills Gaza terrorists who infiltrated Israel

Terrorists detonate bomb on the Israel-Gaza border fence, attacked an IDF position inside Israel.

IDF Chief of Staff to address Friends of IDF gala in NYC

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces to celebrate ‘A Night of Heroes’ marking Israel's 70th year of independence.

Watch: Terrorist nabbed following stabbing attack

Terrorist who stabbed two IDF soldiers located and arrested in joint operation of IDF, police, Border Police, and Shin Bet security agency.

Samaria terrorist captured

Security forces capture 19-year-old Palestinian Arab terrorist who carried out stabbing attack near the Samaria Regional Brigade base.

IDF to reconsider decision sparing Old City terrorist's home

The military had previously decided not to demolish the home of Adiel Colman's killer after deciding that the terrorist was mentally ill.

Netanyahu:

'It's not worth trying us'

After Israel destroys Hamas tunnel, Netanyahu says terrorists wasting their time trying to dig into Israel. 'It's not worth trying us.'

'No shame in preserving Jewish majority in Galilee'

Defense Minister Liberman lays cornerstone for new IDF rehabilitation and maintenance center in Nazareth Illit.

Religious Zionist general to be Liberman's IDF secretary

Controversial IDF officer Brig. Gen. Ofer Vinter becomes an aide to Defense Minister after years of being held back for promotion.

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 Presents: What it takes to be a great leader

What does it take to become a great leader? Current and past chiefs of the IDF General Staff give their answers.

Gaza Division receives Certificate of Appreciation

IDF Chief of Staff recognizes Gaza Division's dedication, awards it Certificate of Appreciation.

Supporters of FIDF to cycle across Israel

Supporters of Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) gearing up for an intense six-day bicycle ride through Israel this month.

Court hands would-be terrorist 7.5 years in prison

Be'er Sheva court sentences Israeli-Arab to 7.5 years in prison for planning to carry out terror attack against IDF soldiers.

IDF won't buy vegetables from Gaza

IDF no longer purchasing vegetables from farmers in Gaza, Tulkarm, report says.

Bereaved family boycotts murder trial

Family of Staff Sergeant Ronen Lubarsky boycotts murder trial for terrorist after understanding that terrorist won't get the death penalty.

Watch: IDF forces operate in Barkan terrorist's village

Security forces operate in village where Barkan terrorist lives, arrest several suspects.

Barkan shooting attack

Relatives of terrorist arrested, home raided

IDF soldiers arrived at the house of the terrorist in the village of Shweika, mapped the building and carried out interrogations and arrests

IDF Chief of Staff visits forces stationed on Gaza border

Senior IDF commanders visit Gaza border area, assess security situation.

IDF blocks roads near Gaza border ahead of clashes

About 20,000 Gaza Arabs are expected to participate in riots along the fence.

Islamic Jihad vows to oppose cease fire

Islamic Jihad gets a new leader, vows to thwart all political plans aimed at "eliminating the Palestinian problem."

100,000 see IDF's strength

'Our IDF' exhibition concludes after Sukkot. 'The public received a glimpse of the army's strength and tasted the innovation of the IDF.'

Is the IDF woefully unprepared for war?

Amid fight between Chief of Staff and IDF's Ombudsman over military's readiness, State Comptroller debates opening probe of his own.

IDF searches for child terrorist after attempted knife attack

Knife terrorist, 8, attempts to carry out attack before escaping the scene.

Troops attacked in Qalqiliya

Soldiers neutralize firebomb-throwing terrorist, provide him with first aid.

Gazans with knife caught infiltrating Israel

IDF catches 2 terrorists attempting to cross security fence with knife from Gaza.

IDF most vegan army in world

1 out of 18 soldiers declare themselves vegetarian; in three years number of IDF vegans increased 20-fold.

Security forces map terrorist's home

Israeli security forces map out home of terrorist who killed Duvdevan soldier in May.

Record number of female religious soldiers

Defense Ministry reveals 15% increase in religious women enlisting in IDF through midrashot program.