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Yitzhar: Five Suspects Arrested over Demolition of IDF Outpost

Arrests bring total number of those detained over this week's clashes between IDF, local extremists, to seven.

Homesh Group: Govt. is Trying to Shut Down Homesh Yeshiva

The “Homesh First” group slammed the IDF's decision to cancel the annual Passover event in the Shomron (Samaria) community.

Top IDF Officer: Israelis Have Lost Faith in IDF

Whilst condemning Yitzhar extremists, top officer slams defense establishment for refusing to take decisive action against Israel's enemies.

Punishment? IDF Cancels Passover Event in Homesh

IDF cancels the annual Passover event in Homesh, but denies cancellation is connected to recent tensions in Yitzhar.

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Second Attack on Southern Israel in 24 Hours

Mortar shell lands in Sha'ar HaNegev, sounds alarm; no injuries or damage reported.

Yitzhar Clashes

Defense Minister Slams 'Domestic Terrorism' in Yitzhar

Moshe Ya'alon vows to use 'all means necessary' in crackdown on extremists in Samaria community.

Two New Arrests Amid Clashes in Yitzhar

Stone-throwing between security forces, extremists in Yitzhar overnight; more suspects arrested.

IDF Discovers Two Pipe Bombs in Jenin

While conducting anti-terror activities in Judea and Samaria and arresting five suspects, IDF locates and neutralizes explosives.

Gaza Terrorists Open Fire on IDF Forces

Terrorists shoot at soldiers near Israeli community of Kissufim by security fence; no injuries.

Liberman: Bring 'Yitzhar Hooligans' to Justice

Foreign Minister slams those who destroyed an IDF outpost near Yitzhar, says they "are not Zionists".

Minister: Outraged Yitzhar Rioters 'Unrestrained Criminals'

Yitzhak Aharonovich vows 'zero tolerance' for 'price tag,' fires at outraged residents who clashed with Border Police overnight.

Tires Slashed Again in Yitzhar as Suspect Sent Home

IDF jeep vandalized for the second time in 48 hours. Repeat offender or copycat attack?

Huge IDF Car Lease Deal Will Cut Costs, Army Says

The Defense Ministry is seeking to lease 3,500 vehicles this year - the biggest single lease deal in Israel's history

Corporal Sheetrit Elhai Killed as Army Vehicle Flips Over

IDF Corporal Sheetrit Elhai z''l dies, another soldier injured lightly, in car accident in western Galilee near Lebanese border.

Nachal Hareidi Soldiers Excel in Surprise Exercise

Soldiers in the Nachal Haredi Netzach Yehuda unit were called up for a surprise nighttime exercise, and performed very well

IDF Soldier Lightly Injured by Suspected Egyptian Smugglers

IDF confirms soldier lightly injured; reports claim incident occurred during operation to disrupt Sinai smugglers.

Israeli Teens' Initiative to Defend Zionism Goes Viral

Counter-letter to statement by leftist draft-dodgers attacking the IDF picks up steam.

Israeli Youth Renovate IDF Unit's Base

Youth from the Ma’agalim organization took on the task of renovating the front lot of a base belonging to a unit of the IDF’s Nahal Brigade.

IDF to Open New Investigation into Death of Jordanian Judge

IDF opens a new investigation into the March 10 killing of a Jordanian judge by Israeli soldiers at the Allenby border crossing.

Report: Pesach Eve Induction for Haredi Students Postponed

Induction orders sent to thousands of hared youths will apparently be postponed, a report Monday said.

Jewish Home MK Skewers 'Professional Army' Idea

MK Yoni Chetboun calls the initiative 'stupid' and says professional soldiers lack motivation. MK Feiglin is among the idea's proponents.

US Military Chief to Visit Israel This Weekend

Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff General Martin Dempsey to visit Israel as State Dept. still fumes over Ya'alon's criticism of US policy.

IDF Eliminates Terrorists Near Syrian Border

IDF soldiers shoot and hit two terrorists who tried to infiltrate into Israel in the Golan Heights.

More Than 1500 Religious Women Enlist in IDF

The trend for observant women to apply for the draft is growing - and one organization helps them serve while keeping true to Torah values.

Two Terror Suspects Nabbed Crossing Gaza Fence

Two local Arabs caught by IDF after they breached security fence; they are now under investigation.

Soldiers Dismissed in Gaza 'Friendly Fire' Shooting

IDF investigation into death of Captain Tal Nahman finds failures in the planning and execution of the operation along the Gaza border.

IDF's Response to Golan Hezbollah Attack: Shoot on Sight

IDF soldiers will now shoot on sight when they encounter suspicious-looking characters in the area of the Golan border fence.

Another IDF Emergency Helicopter Landing

For the second time in a week, an IDF helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing Thursday. No injuries were reported.

IDF Officers Dismissed Over WhatsApp Group

Group slandering elite unit's commander has real repercussions as IDF officers discharged.

Navy Vessels Destroy Smuggling Ships Bound for Gaza

Palestinian Arabs claimed the ships were carrying cigarettes - but cigarettes don't explode from gunfire.

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IDF Discovers Two Bombs On Gaza Border

IDF forces discover and neutralize explosives planted on security fence of Hamas-enclave Gaza.

'IDF More Advanced And Accurate Than Ever'

Army source reveals airstrike preparation time since 2006 dropped from half hour to two minutes, ground maneuvers key despite budget cuts.

Infiltrators Arrested for Attack Which Left IDF Soldier in Coma

Two suspects arrested in police, SWAT operation in case dating over a year old. Victim is still in a coma after savage attack.

IDF Soldiers Come under Fire from Egypt

Shots reported from Egyptian border targeting IDF forces. No one was hurt.

Shin Bet Busts Two Samaria Terror Cells

Terrorists arrested for firing on Israeli cars in Samaria, another cell broken up after attacking IDF post north of Ramallah.

Hear a Siren? Don't be Too Alarmed

IDF will test emergency sirens, as well as warning beepers and texts, in central Israel on Monday.

Mass Demonstration in Gaza Honoring Hamas Founder

Families flood Gaza City rally in honor of terrorist responsible for the deaths of 377 Israelis.

Security Officials Visit Injured SWAT Team Members in Hospital

Injured fighters hailed for 'lifesaving acts' as they recover from last night's anti-terror operation.

Hamas Threatens Israel Over Calls to Retake Gaza

Ismail Haniyeh tells rally Israel 'to pay high price' over further actions to defend itself.

IDF Slams Soldiers for Using Weapons as Purim 'Groggers'

Some IDF soldiers are in hot water for using their weapons as “noisemakers” during the reading of the Megillah.

Hamas Sends Threatening Texts to Hundreds of Israelis

Arutz Sheva journalists among hundreds of Israelis sent SMS messages containing threats of violence, kidnapping.

Details Emerge on IDF Raid

Violent confrontation between the Hamas terrorist and Israeli security forces resulted in two SWAT members injured.

Rare Footage: SWAT Operation in Jenin

Dramatic footage from a camera mounted on the helmet of a member of the SWAT team who eliminated most wanted terrorist. Watch it here.

Gaza Border Clashes Resume; Two Wounded

IDF shoots two Palestinian Arabs who attempt to infiltrate Israel.

Three Killed in Jenin Clashes

IDF soldiers wounded as clashes break out during operation to arrest 'ticking time-bomb'. Islamists call on PA to end security cooperation.

IDF Official: We Will Destroy All the Tunnels

The head of the IDF’s Southern Command says Hamas has more terror tunnels and vows that the IDF will destroy them all.

'Advanced' Hamas Terror Tunnel Was New, IDF Officials Insist

Despite Hamas claims, newly found terror tunnel contains vital equipment, has allegedly been used recently.

IDF: We Found a Terror Tunnel; Hamas: It's an Old One

IDF says it uncovered and blew up a terror tunnel from Gaza into Israel. Hamas: The tunnel is old.

IDF Chief of Staff Calls to Retake Gaza, Take on Iran

General Benny Gantz surprisingly candid in speech to high school students, admits 'classified operations' always in the works.

Report: IDF Preparing for Armed Conflict with Iran

Newspaper claims top government officials allotted billions of shekels to IDF for possible war with Iran in 2014. But is it true?

IDF Officials Arrested Over Forgery Scandal

Former aide to the IDF Chief of Staff, spokesperson, arrested after new evidence emerges in the Harpaz Affair.

Northern Command Warns: Situation with Hezbollah 'Explosive'

IDF official says Israel would not limit itself to airstrikes, use 'all of its capabilities' in the event of a 'Third Lebanon War'.

IDF Shoots Arab Terrorist Breaching Security Fence

19-year-old reportedly shot dead while sabotaging fence with two others near Hevron in Judea.

Military-Grade Weapons Cache Found Near Hevron

IDF uncovers mortars, night-vision equipment, stun grenades and more in Arab village.

Ya'alon Warns Assad Will 'Regret' Aiding Terror Against Israel

Defense minister pledges firm IDF action, after airstrike overnight hits Syrian army sites that aided explosives attack Tuesday.

IAF Strikes in Syria Following Border Incident

Several sites on the Syrian side of the Golan Heights attacked in retaliation for attack in which four soldiers were wounded.

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IAF Planes Hit Syria After Golan Blast Injures Three Soldiers

Three soldiers were injured Tuesday when an explosive device went off on the Golan Heights near the jeep they were riding in.

IDF Shoots At Terror Suspects On Lebanese Border

Day after confrontation, suspects approach border, flee at gunfire. Comes same day govt. gives Hezbollah free hand against Israel.

IDF Shells Hezbollah Position After Border Blast

An explosive device detonated near an IDF patrol on the border with Lebanon. Israel retaliates by shelling a Hezbollah position.

Islamic Jihad Warns Israelis in Hebrew: 'Get Out of Our Country'

Iranian-backed terrorist group releases video promising to 'kill or capture' Israeli soldiers if IDF invades Gaza in response to rockets.