IDF

Police did their job, but soldier ran away from terror attack

The police tracked and subdued the terrorist who committed Sunday's murders, but an armed soldier fled the scene without trying to help.

Duvdevan special unit decorated by IDF Chief of Staff

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Gadi Eizenkot announced today that the special undercover unit will be cited for it's counter-terror activity

'Jews in danger every day'

A witness to terror shooting describes the fear the attack caused and wonders why the state can't provide security.

Daughter of downed IAF pilot is left without her father

Only last week Major Ohad Cohen Nov (34) and his wife celebrated Ohad’s promotion to deputy commander of the air base.

Israeli Air Force pilot killed in F-16 crash

Israeli Air Force pilot killed in F-16 jet fighter crash. Navigator ejected and escaped unhurt.

'IDF will respond fiercely and without hesitating'

Deputy Defense Minister Ben Dahan:'IDF will respond fiercely and unhesitatingly' to attacks by Israel's enemies.

IDF commandeers Zaytouna ship

The IDF commandeered the Zaytouna ship before it arrived in Gaza. There were no injuries.

Skylark-Israel's smallest UAV

Skylark: The drone that dominates the skies of Gaza

All-female IDF unit uses miniature drones to keep an eye on Hamas activity in Gaza.

Apples, honey, and fatigues

The three soldiers tell Arutz Sheva why they are proud not to be home for the holidays.

Obama urged to probe killing of Palestinian-American teen

15 organizations call on Obama to investigate the killing of a Palestinian-American teenager by Israeli soldiers.

Soldier's death was caused by colleague playing with grenade

The IDF has concluded investigation of grenade accident in July, stating that explosion was caused by soldier playing with grenade pin.

Security alert in Jerusalem area lifted

Police and security forces deployed along main Jerusalem roads and checkpoints are being set.

Army Rabbinate neglecting mezuzahs?

NGO claims that many army bases have invalid mezuzahs - or none at all.

IDF soldier seriously injured in training accident

IDF soldier seriously injured while training at a base in southern Israel. The incident is under investigation.

Soldier lightly injured in training accident

A soldier was lightly injured in a training accident at the Adam training center.

Accused officer to begin mediation with military prosecutor

In the wake of the indictment issued against Brigadier General Ofek Buchris, the sides have agreed to begin mediation procedures.

Watch: The complex reality of the IDF

Watch a movie directed by Tzvi Fishman showing the life-threatening reality with which IDF soldiers in Judea and Samaria have to deal.

IDF standing orders affecting religious soldiers to be updated

New standing orders, drafted over 5 years, will deal with mixed-gender service, expected to discriminate between officers and soldiers.

IDF knapsack with weapons found near Hevron

An army knapsack containing classified materials and weapons was found by Palestinian Arabs on Route 35 near Hevron.

Stones and firebombs at Joseph's tomb

Hundreds of worshippers visiting Joseph's tomb greeted by firebomb-throwing Arabs.

Mother of drowned soldier: I want the officers punished

Her son's commanding officers have been demoted and rebuked, but drowned soldier's mother insists they be court-martialed.

Officers demoted after soldier drowns

An investigation into the death of a soldier results in commanding officers being relieved of their posts.

IDF reinforces presence in Judea and Samaria

In light of recent attacks, army stations additional troops in Judea and Samaria.

Lone soldiers gather for well-deserved day of fun

5,500 lone soldiers gathered for fun day at Shefayim water park.

What will Israel's next war look like?

Could Israel be facing multi-front war with hundreds of thousands of rockets targeting Israeli cities? IDF presents war scenario to cabinet.

IDF attacks in Syria following latest 'spillover'

Israel Air Force targets artillery positions of the Syrian regime after three projectiles hit Israel.

IDF attacks Syrian regime targets in the Golan Heights

Aircraft from the Israel Air Force strike cannons belonging to the Syrian regime after mortar explodes in the Golan Heights.

IDF drill simulates terrorist shooting attack

Large-scale exercise simulates terrorist shooting attack with casualties, IDF forces succeed in locating & arresting simulated 'terrorists'.

IDF attacks Syrian mortar launchers

Israeli Air Force launches airstrikes against mortar launchers belonging to the Syrian regime in the Golan Heights.

Meet the recipients of citations for extraordinary bravery

IDF soldiers who showed initiative and awareness in live terrorist situations recognized in special ceremony.

'I trusted Azariya with my eyes closed'

Elor Azariya's commander continued his tesimony for Azariya's defense, and noted how much he relied on Azariya in stressful situations.

IDF attacks in Syria

IDF forces attacked Syrian mortar enclavements in retaliation for mortar bombing in Central Golan Heights

'Haredi paratroopers? A dangerous enticement'

As IDF begins recruitment campaign for all-haredi paratrooper unit, draft opponent warns program is dangerous enticement to join army.

'I was afraid I was going to get blown up'

Medic takes the stand for Elor Azariya, notes the unique atmosphere of 'chaos and fear' at the scene.

Former IDF general blasts 'occupation'

"We are the champions of the occupation," charges Maj. Gen. (res.) Gadi Shamni, former head of the IDF Central Command.

'How much evil can we swallow?'

In a Facebook post, Elor Azariya's sister described the difficulties the family now faces on a daily basis.

Security forces raid radio station which incited against Israel

"Alsanabel," famous for its calls for violent terror attacks, has finally been shut down.

Near-tragedy as soldier left on shooting range fire zone

A routine visit to the firing range almost ended in tragedy when one soldier was forgotten in the fire zone.

Just testing: Soldier stabs another through bulletproof vest

While testing their new bullet-proof vests, a soldier stabbed through his friend's jacket with a Leatherman, wounding him in the abdomen.

Ambulance driver in Hevron: 'I felt terrorist posed a threat'

Presenting testimony for Elor Azariya's defense, an ambulance driver at the scene noted that he felt the terrorist was still a threat.

Bombed children of Sderot - confident soldiers of today

Sderot merits a special kind of protection - their own children, now grown up and serving in their hometowns as soldiers of the IDF.

Why is it forbidden to enter the tomb of Yehoshua ben Nun?

13 hassidim - mostly teens - who were arrested while praying at the tomb of Yehoshua Ben Nun, have been distanced from Judea-Samaria.

Watch: Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot trains with IDF

Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot let a week-long divisional exercise which included the Armoured Corps, Air Force, and infantry.

Haredi recruit thrown off bus, told to shave beard

Army regulations create pitfalls for religious recruits.

13 Gaza Operation cases against IDF soldiers closed

Army prosecutor closes 13 cases against IDF soldiers, stemming from 2014 Gaza operation. Three soldiers indicted on looting charges.

Watch: IDF's new APC in action

New 'Eitan' wheeled Armored Personnel Carrier is 'more protected, efficient, and affordable' than previous models in use by the IDF

Liberman: multiculturalism and Army don't mix

Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman to soldiers: 'a citizens' army is critical for the survival of the Jewish people.'

Conflict of interest in IDF tender for educating senior officers

Hartman Institute's involvement in educational initiatives together with the Defense Ministry may be tainted by conflict of interest.

'There was justification to open fire'

Senior officers: Scene of terrorism in Hevron for which Azariya is indicted constituted a "crisis of command" by high-ranking officers.

Chief of Staff and rabbis meet to defuse tensions

In the wake of tensions in the IDF between the army brass and the religious soldiers, IDF Head met with rabbis to repair wounds.

Neturei Karta demonstrators arrested in front of draft office

Police arrested demonstrators that had attacked them during a protest for a drafted yeshiva student who was arrested.

Teens attack police at 'draft party'

When they answered a noise complaint, police officers did not expect to find underage drinkers at a "draft party" - who attacked them.

Watch: Our soldiers speak

Arutz Sheva interviews Our Soldiers Speak, a new initiative to give actively serving IDF and police servicemen a voice to the world.

Jewish Home minister: Beard crisis is 'our job'

"Matters such as these are painful and infuriating," said Minister Uri Ariel. "There is no place for them in the IDF."

52 combat soldiers commanded to shave

"I was in shock. Why are they forcing me to choose between two values which I believe in?!" Commander freezes order pending investigation.

Haredim riot over draft-dodger arrest

Police report rioting haredim in Jerusalem near Kikar Hashabbat, after security forces arrested a youth for dodging the IDF draft.

IDF punishes soldiers for allegedly throwing stun grenade

The Israeli army on Thursday jailed one soldier and sanctioned two others for apparently throwing a stun grenade at some Palestinians.

Watch: 669 to the rescue

"Anyone who saves one life, has saved a world" - IDF rescue unit 669 works daily to save injured soldiers and civilians.

IDF arrests Hamas official in Ramallah

Overnight, the IDF arrested Hussein Muhammed Abu Kawik, a Hamas leader and member of the Palestinian election commision.

Upbeat IDF rabbinical course concludes in Old City

Amid the ongoing tension between the IDF religious division and top brass, IDF rabbis welcomed new trainees to their ranks in the Old City.