IDF

Terrorist Killed in Gun Battle with IDF Soldiers

Terrorist fatally wounded after attacking IDF checkpoint in Jordan Valley and later dies of wounds; soldiers unharmed.

'Attack on IDF Ambulance Undermines Druze Community'

Counterterrorism expert who lives where attack took place says that ambush harmed the Druze cause itself.

Lynching of Syrians on IDF Ambulance May Have Been Premeditated

IDF soldier notes that rumors of an incident near Majdal Shams surfaced in the hours preceding the lynching.

Haredi Extremists Attack, Smear Feces on Haredi Soldier's Home

Extremists target hassidic resident of Beit Shemesh who enlisted into the army, demand he leave the city; police launch investigation.

Four Soldiers Wounded as Hummer Flips

Overnight training exercise near Dimona marred by overturned hummer, as soldiers flown by helicopter to hospital.

Vizhnitz Rebbe Orders Youths to Enlist in IDF

In dramatic turnaround on previous decision, Vizhnitz yeshiva students told to enlist all together on a special day after long negotiations.

Druze 'Lynching' on IDF Ambulance Tipped Off by Soldier?

IDF investigation indicates soldier passed info to Druze assailants, and that soldiers tried to defend the wounded Syrians.

Top IDF General to Soldiers: Stay Off WhatsApp!

IDF general warns too many officers communicating with their soldiers via social media in potential risk to army.

Netanyahu: We Will Bring Druze Lynchers to Justice

Both Netanyahu and Ya'alon vow crackdown on citizens taking the law into their own hands after Syrian casualty killed by Druze mob.

Wounded Syrian Killed in Druze Attack on IDF Ambulance

Crowd of Israeli Druze descend on ambulance carrying wounded Syrian refugees.

IDF Soldiers Counter Stories of Gaza Abuse With 'Our Truth'

'Our Truth' is grass-roots movement of IDF soldiers who want the world to know what it is really like to defend Israel.

IAF Chief: 'No Restraint' in Next Lebanon War

IAF General Amir Eshel adamant that Hezbollah's 'immoral tactics' won't prevent Israel from attacking civilian areas in next Lebanon war.

Watch: IDF Muslim Soldiers Send Ramadan Greetings

Following PM Netanyahu's Ramadan message, IDF Arabic spox joins Muslim officers breaking fast to issue message of peace.

Expert: Israel Didn't Commit War Crimes in Gaza

NGO Monitor's legal advisor dismisses accusations that Israel committed war crimes in Gaza.

Interview

'Not Every Civilian Death Equals a War Crime'

Int'l law expert Adv. Ido Rosenzweig explains why the onus is on the IDF to investigate last summer's war - and dispels key misnomers.

Ben-Dahan to Soldiers: Prove Israel is World's Most Moral Army

Israel is an army that whose basis is morality – no matter what outside organizations or countries say, said Rabbi Eli Ben-Dahan.

MKs: Why Do Markets Destroy Food When People Are Hungry?

Leftover food makes up some 40% of the “trash” thrown away each day in Israel, Knesset members were told Wednesday.

300 Grenades Stolen and Sold by IDF Soldier

Soldier gets 7.5 years in jail for serial pilfering of gas and stun grenades which he sold on the black market.

IDF Declares 'Closed Military Zone' in Golan, Then Cancels

Area in north-eastern Golan shut off as IDF says it is following Syrian fighting, but shortly afterwards IDF cancels the move.

IDF to Establish New Cyber Command

Chief of Staff announces that IDF will form a cyber command to combat new challenges in online warfare.

Watch: 'World Wants to Tie Both Our Hands Behind our Backs'

Deputy minister Hotovely and foreign ministry director Dore Gold present report vindicating IDF's fight against Hamas terror last summer.

Congress Approves Millions in Extra Aid for IDF Missile Defense

Bipartisan move secures hundreds of millions in funds for Israeli short- and long-range missile defense systems.

Karma: Arab Terrorist Dies after IDF Jeep Flips On Top of Him

Palestinian terrorist attacks IDF jeep with explosive device - and ends up underneath it.

Family of Gaza Children Livid Over IDF's Cancellation of Probe

Family of four Gaza children killed in an airstrike on a beach angry over IDF's closure of a probe into the incident.

Israel Closes Probe into Gaza Beach Bombing

IDF drops proceedings over a bombing of a Gaza beach where four children died during last summer's war.

Int'l Legal Experts Slam IDF - For Over-Warning Gazans

Experts from US, Germany warn IDF 'legal zeal' sets dangerous precedent tying hands of democracies fighting terror.

Dempsey: I Couldn't Imagine a World Without US-Israel Alliance

In final visit to Israel as US Army chief, Martin Dempsey hails crucial alliance. Yaalon warns: 30 terror groups operating in Syria alone.

UN Leaves Israel Off Child Rights Blacklist

After pressure from Israel to keep off and NGOs to put on, Ban Ki-Moon decides not to place IDF on 'List of Shame.'

Top US Officials Briefed by Radical Anti-Israel NGO

In a first, Breaking the Silence briefs White House and State Dept. officials on its allegedly false testimony against the IDF.

IDF Rabbi Pulled From Traditional Kotel Ceremony

Kotel rabbi to demand answers on status quo change, as chief education officer replaces rabbi amid report of weakening rabbinate.

Watch: Soldiers of IDF's Elite Unit 669 Finish Their Training

First-person footage shows new recruits to elite search and rescue unit complete training on land, sea and air.

Eizenkot Works to Weaken Military Rabbinate's Authority

In wake of ham sandwich controversy, IDF sources say Eizenkot intends to limit Military Rabbinate's involvement in educational activities.

Eli Ben-Dahan: We Will Respond to Every Rocket

Deputy Defense Minister Rabbi Eli Ben-Dahan said Thursday that Israel would not tolerate rocket attacks from Gaza.

Official: IDF Would 'Clear Out' S. Lebanon If War Breaks Out

The Middle East is getting more dangerous, a top IDF official said - but Israel's situation is currently 'good.'

Hamas Claims IDF Attempt to Foil Border Attack Road Failed

Hamas mouthpiece reports IDF sent bulldozers, opened fire entering Gaza to stop newly paved road, says its terrorists arrived to oppose.

IDF Apologizes for Punishing Bacon-Eating Soldier

IDF Spokesperson says 'we were wrong' to punish lone soldier from US who ate and offered to others ham in violation of kashrut regulations.

Hotovely Takes On Anti-IDF Exhibit in Switzerland

Deputy FM orders ministry to snap into action against Breaking the Silence exhibit presenting 'testimony' besmirching the IDF.

Finally: IDF, Border Police Leave Yitzhar Yeshiva

Yeshiva calls upon security forces not to evict Jews in the future upon return to building after year-long military occupation.

A dire warning

Ehud Barak Warns Israel Unprepared for Hezbollah Missile Threat

Ex-DM says number and accuracy of Hezbollah's missiles pose unprecedented threat, which Israel hasn't begun to deal with.

This Week: War Preparedness Drill Across Israel

Multi-organizational drill for both IDF and civilians will see sirens blasted, increase in military traffic for five-day period.

Arab Rioters Unveil New Weapon to Fight Security Forces

Security forces called upon to disperse Palestinian riots in the Binyamin region discover a weapon other than rocks and firebombs.

Yeshiva Student Combat Draft Rates 6 Times Higher Since 2007

State submits critical data on haredi enlistment in response to petition claiming haredi draft is 'discrimination.'

Pipe Bomb Attacks Against Soldiers Continue

Terrorists threw two pipe bombs at IDF forces Wednesday night. There were no casualties among soldiers.

Chief of Staff: IDF Ready for Anything

The IDF on Wednesday celebrated the 61st graduating class of the army's General Officer's Course.

Rivlin: Reconstructing Gaza in Israel's Interests

President Reuven Rivlin says the international community is responsible for ensuring Gaza is rehabilitated - by stopping rocket fire.

IDF Drill Prepares for Terror Surge in Judea and Samaria

Soldiers train for gamut of terror threats including mass marches on checkpoints, as IDF vows not to be 'caught off guard' again.

24 Years Since Airlift of 14,500 Ethiopian Jews in Under 2 Days

IDF remembers Operation Solomon, largest aerial mission to return Jews to Israel, which got Ethiopian Jews out of harm's way.

Gaza Evacuation Program Launched Ahead of Future Wars

Gaza Belt residents to be evacuated systematically and under IDF supervision, according to new program.

IDF's Newest Weapon Against Hamas: Mini Gaza

Unique new 3-D model at 50 square meters in size will give IDF officers special training to be one step ahead of the terrorists.

Watch: Joining the IDF Patrol Boat Squad

Arutz Sheva accompanies the #914 Patrol Boat Squad of the Israeli Navy.

Report: IDF Centralizing Call Centers

Move designed to stop merry-go-round for soldiers needing medical care, filing complaints; part of larger centralization process.

Dep. Min. Kara Upset Over Demise of Druze Battalion

Ayoub Kara opposes Chief of Staff's decision to shut down ethnic unit and integrate Druze throughout IDF.

Samaria: Arab Rioters Wounded in Clashes with IDF

Violent riots from 'Nakba Day' on Friday continued into Saturday, as rioters attempt to storm IDF post near Shechem.

Pictures: Haredi Troops Dedicate Air Force's New Torah Scroll

Torah scroll donated in memory of murderer IDF soldiers to serve increased number of religious soldiers stationed at strategic base.

Protesters Arrested for Storming Synagogue in Protest of IDF

Two men from New Haven charged with trespassing and breach of peace after barging into synagogue hosting talk with IDF soldiers.

Giuliani to IDF Soldiers: By Defending Israel, You Defend the US

Former NYC mayor thanks IDF soldiers for defending both US and Israel against terrorists, and pledges opposition to Iran deal.

PM Tells Returning Nepal Rescuers: If Needed We'll Send You Back

Welcoming ceremony held Tuesday morning just as second quake hit; Netanyahu thanks delegation for making Israel proud.

IDF Commander: Multiple Wars with Hamas Inevitable

Southern Command Gen. says there is 'no alternative' to Hamas rule in Gaza, says there are 'mutual interests' at stake.

First: Haredi Hesder Yeshiva Specializing in Cyber-Warfare

'Derekh Chaim' is the first haredi yeshiva to incorporate IDF service - and hopes to raise Israel's next generation of cyber-warriors.

IDF Closes Field Hospital in Nepal

1,600 Nepalese treated over a three-week period; hospital holds closing ceremony.