IDF

Ya'alon unfazed by insults at rally for IDF soldier

Defense Minister responds with humor to insults directed at him during rally for soldier who shot neutralized terrorist.

Cabinet meeting doesn't clarify IDF withdrawal

Netanyahu vows IDF will keep option of entry to Area A, possibly indicating withdrawal and reentry, but says no PA agreement yet.

IDF destroys home of Shlomit Krigman's murderer

IDF forces come under attack during demolition operation, but complete their mission successfully.

Netanyahu: Our soldiers are not murderers

Prime Minister responds to indictment of Elor Azariya, soldier charged with killing of wounded terrorist in Hevron.

Watch: First images of Hamas' exposed terror tunnel

IDF releases video of the Hamas tunnel found through a new technological breakthrough.

Hevron soldier indicted for manslaughter

Soldier officially indicted over incident last month in which he fatally shot an injured terrorist in Hevron.

Bearded Israeli soldiers barred from Yad Vashem ceremony

Beard saga continues: IDF commanders ban unshaven troops from Holocaust memorial, prompting suggestions of discrimination.

Cleared for publication

IDF uncovers terror tunnel from Gaza into Israel

For the first time since 2014's Operation Protective Edge, Israeli army discovers major Hamas terror tunnel stretching into Israel.

Likud MK warns 'buses will explode' if IDF withdraws from Area A

MK Nava Boker vehemently objects talks on withdrawing IDF troops from Judea and Samaria's Area A.

Newest IDF recruit: From the City of Angels to the Holy Land

David Dolgin grew up in the posh town of Beverly Hills in LA. Now he's giving up the easy life, looking to make a contribution in the IDF.

Report: IDF to pull out of Area A

Partial halting of Israel-PA security coordination could be sealed within the next few days, security official reveals.

Israel returns Arab terrorist's body due to an 'error'

Israel returns body of terrorist who tried to stab soldiers with an ax, but the IDF later says the move was done erroneously.

IDF confiscates terror funds in Ramallah; PA up in arms

Spokesman for PA prime minister condemns Israel for breaching Oslo Accords by raiding Area A - while PA itself doesn't abide by the Accords.

Hevron soldier to be indicted for manslaughter

Prosecution officially serves indictment, will be accepted by military judges despite reservations

IDF soldiers burn PA flag at checkpoint

IDF sentences two soldiers to jail over the incident.

Despite terror slowdown, IDF preparing for the worst

IDF gearing up for terror during Pesach holiday season as fears of new 'intifada' grow ahead of Ramadan.

IDF prepares to demolish home of Rosh Hashana terrorist

IDF forces prepare to demolish home of Arab rock-thrower responsible for the death of Alexander Levlovich on Rosh Hasahana eve.

'Dropped investigation against soldier - a message to the IDF'

Deputy Defense Minister welcomes decision to close the investigation against a commander who shot dead an Arab rock thrower.

Bedouin soldier murders man after nighttime brawl

Soldier, a member of Israel's Bedouin minority, indicted on murder charges; accomplice still at large.

Bring back our gear, Israel's army urges ex-soldiers

IDF amnesty yields hundreds of weapons, bags of ammunition - and some military equipment worthy of a museum - from light-fingered recruits.

Hevron soldier's remand extended by an additional week

Soldier on trial for killing a wounded terrorist will remain under 'open arrest' at IDF base for an extra week as judges consider verdict.

Liberman: There are judges in the IDF

Yisrael Beytenu chairman welcomes court decision regarding the remand of the soldier who shot a terrorist.

The soldier speaks

'If he had an explosive belt I could be dead right now'

Soldier who shot wounded terrorist finally testifies to military court, emphasizes the 'split second' decisions made in the field.

Soldier's officer corroborates suspicion that terrorist had bomb

The platoon commander who was with soldier that shot neutralized terrorist says he also suspected there was an explosive.

Family of shot terrorist threatens Israel with legal action

The family of the terrorist who was shot by a soldier in Hevron after a stabbing attack threatens to take the IDF to court.

New IDF program for autistic-spectrum youths

'Watching the Horizon' expands to the Ordnance Corps. The youths will volunteer in optics and electronics.

Soldier on trial fired the shot that killed wounded terrorist

Israeli and Palestinian pathologists confirm soldier filmed shooting injured terrorist in the head fired the fatal shot.

Soldier who shot terrorist to be released to open base

Military court orders release of soldier who shot neutralized terrorist in Hevron. He will remain jailed in an open base near Nahshonim.

Prosecution fights to keep the soldier in jail

In petition of decision to release soldier to open base, prosecutor claims to have more evidence against him.

IDF investigator's testimony backs soldier's version

Investigation officer tells court there were concerns the terrorist in Hevron had a bomb belt before soldier shot him.

Tank suffers direct hit in serious training accident

Tank hit by shell fired by another tank crew in Golan Heights - but soldiers miraculously escape injury.

IDF demolishes home of Hevron stabber

Security forces demolish home of terrorist who stabbed and killed Genady Kaufman at the Cave of the Patriarchs on December 7.

IDF chief warns soldiers to use 'appropriate force'

As controversy continues over soldier who shot wounded terrorist in Hevron, army Chief of Staff issues warning letter to soldiers.

'Hevron soldier acted according to wartime protocol'

Lawyer of soldier who shot wounded terrorist tells Arutz Sheva he expects prosecutor to accept soldier's version following judge's ruling.

'The prosecutor has no evidence against the soldier'

Attorney of soldier who shot wounded terrorist refuses to let him be tried for homicide, notes murder clause was dropped in hearing.

Ya'alon slams 'ugly' critics over Hevron shooting

Defense Minister escalates attacks against 'extremists' and 'political actors' on the Right for backing soldier who shot wounded terrorist.

Did you hug a terrorist today?

IDF officer moderately injured in shooting accident

Victim admitted to Beilinson Hospital in moderate condition; circumstances of the incident still under investigation.

Soldier who shot wounded terrorist remanded for two more days

Court orders soldier who killed neutralized terrorist in Hevron to be held for additional two days, pending verdict in controversial case.

Soldier formally charged with 'needlessly killing' terrorist

Prosecution and defense make their case in court as controversy over Hevron shooting continues; Ruling expected later Tuesday.

Bennett: Some of our leaders have lost it

Jewish Home chairman: Don't jump to conclusions while investigation into soldier who shot a terrorist is ongoing.

New bill to ban naming soldiers under investigation

Knesset bill would require military approval to print name of IDF soldier under investigation.

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'Unbearable' double standards for terrorists and Jews

Daughter of rabbi accidentally killed by soldier demands leaders 'be accountable' for silence then, uproar at terrorist's death now.

Yehuda Glick threatened for opposing killing injured terrorist

Temple Mount activist receives threatening message after publicly criticizing soldier who shot an injured terrorist in the head last week.

Watch: 'I nearly died because of IDF open-fire restrictions'

Former soldier critically wounded in suicide bombing defends soldier on trial for shooting terrorist in the head; 'He's not a murderer.'

Netanyahu defends IDF after soldier shoots injured terrorist

Prime Minister hails army's 'highest ethical values', as controversy continues over soldier who shot wounded terrorist in the head.

IDF to soldier's sister: The court will decide if he's innocent

IDF rejects statement by sister of soldier who was filmed shooting a neutralized terrorist.

Senior IDF general killed in plane crash

Brig. Gen. Munir Amar, head of IDF Civil Administration, killed in light plane crash in the Galilee.

Soldier suspended for shooting neutralized terrorist

B'Tselem activist films soldier shooting terrorist in the head minutes after he was neutralized. IDF slams 'serious incident.'

Islamic Jihad hacked into IDF drones

Charges filed against Gaza resident who hacked into IDF drones, letting Islamic Jihad view IDF's activities over Gaza.

IDF soldier collapses and dies in training

In tragic training mishap, new recruit dies day after enlisting in Givati Brigade.

Watch: Israelis murdered by ISIS in Istanbul brought home

IDF delegation lands back in Israel with the 3 Israelis murdered and 5 victims suffering considerable wounds on board.

Heartwarming: Overcoming disabilities to defend the nation

Lotan has struggled with cerebral palsy her whole life - now thanks to a special program, she is realizing her dream as an IDF soldier.

IDF snubs the Chief Rabbinate

In shocking first, top IDF brass refuses to invite Chief Rabbis to take part in event. Latest move distancing Jewish identity from army.

IDF recognizes soldier killed in Rami Levy as 'fallen in battle'

IDF changes plans to write 'fallen in a terrorist attack' on tombstone of soldier who fought terrorists bare-handed after wife's appeal.

Watch: IDF raids Palestinian weapons factory in Samaria

Shin Bet and IDF forces seize 15 makeshift assault rifles in latest raid to stamp out illegal guns which are often used by terrorists.

Hamas vows retaliation for Israeli Gaza airstrikes

After IAF responds to Gaza rocket fire with airstrikes on Hamas compound, Islamist terror group warns of 'escalation.'

'Strategic folly'

PA 'intel base' overlooking sensitive IDF base

Residents warn of disaster as IDF considers letting PA build massive complex overlooking Beit El and district army base.

Watch: IDF raid village of Jaffa stabbing spree terrorist

Army releases footage of nighttime operation, hours after Hajjah resident Bashar Masalha murdered 1 and wounded 10 others Tuesday night.

IDF: We changed beard rules to make it as difficult as possible

During heated discussion, Personnel Directorate head admits army changed rules because it didn't like seeing bearded soldiers.