IDF

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We’re doing everything to defeat Hamas'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir inspects Gaza, praises troops, honors fallen soldiers, and vows to dismantle Hamas while intensifying joint operations with Shin Bet.

Deep in Gaza City:

Bodycam footage shows 98th Division's operations

Troops from the 98th Division are expanding operations in the dense and complex environment of Gaza City. During one of the activities, troops identified and eliminated a terrorist armed with an RPG.

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Hamas combat compound with stolen humanitarian aid destroyed

כוחות חטיבת 401 פעלו היום בעומק עזה, איתרו והשמידו מתחם לחימה מאויש שכלל מטענים, רימונים ונשק גנוב.

IDF Spox. reveals:

'Brutal murderer' Nukhba commander eliminated

IDF and ISA eliminated Wael Mutrieh, a Nukhba platoon commander in Hamas’ Shati Battalion in the Gaza City area, who took part in the infiltration of the Nahal Oz Outpost bomb shelter on 10/07/23.

Day after UAV strike in Eilat:

Dozens of Houthi terrorists estimated dead in strikes on Yemen

A total of approximately 20 aircraft dropped over 65 munitions on seven targets, including five occupied command centers and two weapons warehouses.

'My heart is torn'

Maj. Shahar Netanel Bozaglo is laid to rest

Maj. Shahar Netanel Bozaglo was laid to rest in Migdal Haemek; his widow parted from him: 'I am sad that I won't get to see you as a father and that our son won't be raised on your lap.'

Cleared for publication:

Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash fell in Gaza

Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash, 21, from Be'er Sheva, shot by sniper in northern Gaza City. The number of fallen soldiers since the start of the war stands at 912.

Terrorists open fire from Shifa hospital

IDF troops continue to engage Hamas terrorists in Gaza City, dismantling terror infrastructure.

Chief of Staff in Gaza:

'On Jewish New Year, we will bring security, defend, and prevail'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured southern Gaza City and called on residents: 'Rise up and break away from Hamas - it is responsible for your suffering.'

Maj. Shahar Netanel Bozaglo killed in RPG attack in Gaza

Major Shahar Netanel Bozaglo was critically wounded when terrorists fired an RPG at his tank and later succumbed to his wounds.

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IDF soldiers neutralize terrorist in Gaza

The IDF releases footage of the 401st Brigade neutralizing a terrorist in Gaza, after a battle where an officer was seriously wounded.

Close quarters battle in Gaza City: Commander severely wounded

A close-quarters gun battle broke out in Gaza City's Sheikh Radwan neighborhood after terrorists assaulted IDF troops. Multiple terrorists were eliminated.

'You are Israel’s eternity'

Chief of Staff's New Year's blessings ring out across IDF

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reached out by radio to IDF units operating in all arenas, sending his wishes for the new year.

Netanyahu

'We need to destroy the Iranian axis'

PM meets Defense Minister, Chief of Staff at the IDF headquarters, stresses, 'we are determined to achieve all of our war objectives' in the coming year.

Bereaved brothers recruit for reserve duty in Gaza

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, the Chief of Staff met with reserve duty soldiers in the Yiftah Brigade, who reported for the third time to duty and are currently fighting in Gaza.

Watch: Deputy commander of Hamas' naval police eliminated

In joint operation by Israeli Navy and IAF, deputy commander of Hamas' Naval Police is eliminated.

Ahead of the holidays:

Unusual reinforcement of security forces across all regions

IDF announces unusual reinforcement of forces across all areas of Israel, ahead of holiday season.

Maj.Gen. Avi Bluth:

'We have enormous challenges, but I am extremely hopeful'

Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth marks 35 years of the Judea and Samaria Regional Brigade, praising its role in thwarting threats while addressing ongoing challenges in Gaza, the north, and the West Bank.

Haredi draft evaders:

IDF amnesty sparks outrage over release of haredi draft evaders

IDF confirms haredi draft evaders will be released early under its routine holiday amnesty, but critics say the move shows poor judgment while tens of thousands of troops are serving on the front lines.

IDF:

More than half a million Gazans have left Gaza City

The IDF reports that so far, more than 550,000 Gazans have left Gaza City and moved southward.

IDF Spokesman:

‘Threats from every direction’ as war expands on multiple fronts

IDF Spokesman Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin warned of multi-front threats, detailed Hamas’s exploitation of Gaza civilians, and vowed to fight until the hostages return home.

Zamir to wounded troops:

'We will fight the next battle with you, the battle of recovery'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir visited wounded soldiers at Sheba Medical Center, praising their courage, willpower, and spirit while saluting the medical teams caring for them.

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36th Division enters Gaza City

In recent days, dozens of terror targets in the Gaza Strip were struck in order to separate the combat area and allow the ground troops to enter the area.

IDF

Terror cells eliminated from air and sea

In the past 24 hours, terrorist cells have been eliminated, terrorist command centers and infrastructures have been destroyed, and IEDs hidden against IDF forces have been neutralized.

IDF:

A year since Northern Arrows: The severe blow to Hezbollah

IDF concludes a year since Operation Northern Arrows, which began with a widespread attack on Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon and led to severe damage to the organization's capabilities and elimination of its senior commanders.

How IDF robotic vehicles destroy Terror infrastructure in Gaza

Since the start of the operation in Gaza City, the IDF has been operating dozens of robotic armored personnel carriers to destroy terrorist infrastructure.

Israeli-born chef in US targeted by antisemitic hate campaign

Celebrity chef Guy Vaknin, who served in the IDF, says he received anonymous messages targeting his children and his businesses were vandalized, amid a campaign accusing him of “vegan-washing” Israel.

10 IDF soldiers injured in Humvee rollover near Gaza City

Ten IDF soldiers were lightly injured in the accident. They were evacuated to Barzilai Hospital in Ashkelon.

IDF:

Hamas looted trucks of baby food

The Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories said that over the weekend Hamas gunmen fired at a UN team operating in the southern Gaza Strip.

Southern Lebanon:

Top Hezbollah commander eliminated in IDF strike

The IDF announces it eliminated a Hezbollah commander and another terrorist in southern Lebanon. The strikes also hit a vessel used for intelligence gathering, targeting terror infrastructure.

Failed infiltration:

IDF detains four foreign nationals near Jordanian border

IDF troops stop four foreign nationals who attempted to cross into Israel from Jordan. The incident follows a deadly attack at the Allenby Crossing that left two Israelis dead.

Back to the front lines

Captivity survivor Edan Alexander: I am rejoining the IDF

Former hostage Edan Alexander gives his first public remarks. He thanks his supporters, calls for the release of remaining hostages, and announces his plan to rejoin the IDF.

Ground maneuver: Body camera footage of a soldier in Gaza City

Division 162 forces continue intensive operations in Gaza City.

Netanyahu to combat soldier: 'You prevented a greater disaster'

PM Netanyahu met Sergeant S. of the haredi Hasmonean Brigade who acted heroically during the terrorist attack at Ramot Junction in Jerusalem, 'You saved many people and prevented a greater disaster.'

IDF briefing: Gaza combat expands, 1,200 targets struck

In a detailed press conference, BG Effie Defrin addressed IDF combat losses, expanding operations in Gaza, regional threats, and continued efforts to bring hostages home.

IDF strikes Radwan Force weapons storage facilities in Lebanon

The IDF struck several weapons storage facilities belonging to the 'Radwan Force' in southern Lebanon.

4 soldiers killed by explosive in Gaza

4 soldiers and cadets were killed and 3 were injured when the Hummer they were riding in hit an explosive device in a neighborhood in the Rafah area.

Deaths of Kehati and Erlich

IDF to charge Ex-Golani Chief Yarom

The IDF announces plans to prosecute Col. (res.) Yoav Yarom for reckless homicide in the deaths of Sgt. Gur Kehati and Ze’ev Erlich during a Golani operation last November.

Samaria regional council:

Eitan Avner Ben-Yitzhak fell in battle in Gaza

The Samaria Regional Council announced on Thursday that Eitan Avner Ben-Yitzhak, from the town of Har Bracha, fell in battle in Gaza.

IDF continues cautious advance into Gaza City

Israeli forces are advancing carefully with a focus on learning the terrain and disrupting Hamas command structures.

IDF chief observes ground troops in Gaza City with UAV operators

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured Palmachim Air Force Base, commending air crews and UAV operators for providing critical defensive and offensive support in Gaza.

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Successful test of Iron Beam laser defense system

Defense Ministry says the laser defense system 'proved its effectiveness in a complete operational configuration by intercepting rockets, mortars, aircraft, and UAVs across a range of operational scenarios' and will be deployed by the end of the year.

Hesder combat soldiers assigned to units with female soldiers

Combat soldiers in the Hesder program were recently assigned to regiments under the Ya’ara Division in the Home Front Command—regiments that include female soldiers from mixed-gender units. One soldier described difficulties during his service, saying, “We reached an impossible situation.”

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IDF forces enter Gaza City in a 'fateful and decisive attack'

IDF publishes documentation of Division 98 forces' entry into the heart of Gaza City as part of Operation Gideon Chariots II, 'We will go forth in unity and strike the enemy with force.'

Chief of Staff

'Hamas has been struck & weakened, we'll go on into its defeat'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir addresses the operation in Gaza City. 'In this campaign, we are working to defeat a terrorist organization that declares above all else that its goal is to eliminate the existence of the State of Israel.'

IDF Spokesperson

'Hamas turned Gaza City into the largest human shield in history'

IDF Spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin issued a statement on the expansion of fighting in Gaza City and the Israeli attack in Yemen.

IDF strikes Houthi targets at Yemen port

The IDF has begun striking Houthi targets in Yemen. Earlier, an IDF spokesperson issued a warning in Arabic to residents and staff at the Hodeidah port, calling on them to evacuate immediately.

Chief of Staff:

'Its on your shoulders now'

The Chief of the General Staff conducted a field tour during the 98th Division’s operation in Gaza City and held a situational assessment with commanders on the ground as the next phase of Operation Gideon's Chariots began.

'The three are in the truck'

Watch: Two terrorists eliminated in Qalqilya

In a joint nighttime raid in Qalqilya, the IDF, police, and Shin Bet eliminated two terrorist arms dealers, seized a Carlo submachine gun, and arrested two more suspects.

IDF says it will strike Yemen in the coming hours

IDF Spokesman issues evacuation for Port of Hodeidah ahead of a strike on Houthi targets.

Defense Minister:

'If Hamas doesn't release the hostages, Gaza will be destroyed'

Defense Minister Katz visited the Gaza Strip and spoke with the troops taking the city of Gaza.

Significant changes to IDF religious guidelines

New IDF guidelines will expand prayer time, adjust Shabbat leave, and require Chief Military Rabbi approval for kashrut, aiming to strengthen rights of religious soldiers.

IDF confirms:

Ground troops have begun operating in Gaza City

Two regular divisions entered the heart of Gaza City overnight, as they advance while accompanied by massive air cover.

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Knesset comittee begins with prayer and Psalms for IDF

Following the announcement that the IDF has commenced its ground offensive into Gaza City, the Interior Committee began today with a reading of Psalms for the success and safety of the IDF.

Netanyahu confirms:

It has begun

Both PM and IDF confirm that the IDF has begun operating on the ground in Gaza City.

IDF operation expands:

Airstrikes target Gaza City ahead of ground maneuver

Reports of IDF tanks entering Gaza City, alongside intense overnight airstrikes. Minister Katz: "Gaza is burning. We will not relent or turn back until the mission is complete."

IDF & ISA:

21 senior Islamic Jihad terrorists eliminated in Gaza

The IDF and the ISA reveal 21 tenior terrorists from the Islamic Jihad terrorist organization who were eliminated.

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IDF continues to topple Hamas terror towers in Gaza City

Throughout the day, the IDF struck multiple high-rise buildings in Gaza City, which were used by Hamas.

IAF aircraft runs into unusual mid-flight incident

An IAF cargo plane carrying 50 passengers was forced to land after a bird broke one of its windows.

Gaza City:

IDF strikes two high-rise buildings used by Hamas

According to the IDF, Hamas terrorists planted intelligence gathering means and positioned observation posts in the building.