IDF

IDF Ups Presence Near Sinai Border Amid Heightened Tensions

Southern Command deployed in response to heightened tensions between Egypt, Sinai terror groups. 'We don't take risks,' officer explains.

Soldier Critically Wounded in Gaza Operation Named Commander

Moving hospital bedside ceremony sees soldier unconscious for 11 weeks after taking sniper fire to head appointed leader of commando unit.

Parents of Soldiers: 'The IDF is Not to Blame' for Suicides

In light of report that 3 soldiers committed suicide after Gaza war, parents come out in support of the IDF and call not to besmirch it.

Israeli Socialist Movement Compares IDF to Nazis at Auschwitz

Outrage after youth movement educator's letter equating IDF soldiers with Nazis read during an Israeli high school trip to Auschwitz.

Ya'alon Criticizes Religious IDF Commander for Invoking God

Ya'alon says he would have told Givati officer to phrase his call-up message differently because IDF is 'army of all,' including non-Jews.

Report Shows Ethiopian Soldiers Still Struggling

One out of every four IDF soldiers of Ethiopian background drops out of their service before it is completed, an army report said.

Watch: When Security Forces Finally Tracked Down Teens' Killers

Testimony and footage from joint police-IDF operation to track down Hamas murderers.

Watch: Moving Reunion of Lone Soldiers and Parents after the War

After 50 grueling days battling Hamas terrorists, El Al reunites soldiers with parents in the first meeting in years for many.

IDF Officer Investigated for Smuggling Arabs Into Israel

Officer suspected of illegally issuing entry permits to Arabs from Judea and Samaria in stark breach of security.

New NBN Flight Brings Dozens to a New Life in Israel

Yet another Nefesh B'Nefesh flight arrived in Israel this week, bringing with it a new IDF soldier - from Lakewood, NJ

TV Host Let Off the Hook for Defaming IDF Soldier

TV hostess Ilana Dayan had accused IDF Captain R. of 'verifying a kill' in Gaza; court dismisses appeal for 300,000 NIS damages.

Huge Increase in Demand for IDF Holiday Prayer Services

To help satisfy the huge demand for holiday services, a group of Hesder graduates is sending volunteers to IDF bases.

Zero tolerance

IDF Vows Firm Action Against Leftist Insubordination Calls

Only a handful of leftist soldiers from intelligence unit calling for insubordination actually served in combat; IDF vows zero-tolerance.

Gaza Man Arrested Infiltrating into Israel

Man taken in for interrogation after attempting to infiltrate into Israel armed with a knife.

Hitting back

200 Sign Reservist Letter Blasting Leftist Calls for IDF Refusal

Backlash continues after leftist reservists accuse elite IDF unit of abuses in Judea-Samaria; politicians blast 'disgusting slander.'

Ya'alon Slams 'Foolish and Disgusting' IDF Insubordination Call

Defense Minister says leftist reservists who accused elite intel unit of abuse taking part in 'delegitimization' campaign against Israel.

Syrian Rebels: 'Total War' on IS Unlikely to Reach Israel

In rare interview to Israeli media, rebel leader pledges to fight IS face-to-face - and dismisses concerns over conflict reaching the Golan.

Bedouin Man Shot After Attacking IDF Officer

Attacker transferred to hospital in Be'er Sheva for treatment after trespassing, threatening officer with knife at shooting range.

Counter-Letter Published Against Leftist IDF Refusers

'This political refusal has no place in the army,' past and present soldiers say, rejecting 'cynical use of the political system.'

Soldiers in Elite Intel Unit Declare 'Insubordination'

Members of prestigious Unit 8200, including far-left activists, send media letter refusing to 'harm innocents' by gathering info.

IDF Soldiers Punished for Whatsapp Name Leaks

Two soldiers who were involved in leaking a list of IDF soldiers killed in action were punished by their commanders.

IDF to Probe Two Gaza Strikes

Probe into possible 'breaches of international law' to include July 16 beach strike, July 24 UNRWA school hit.

Arab Rioter Shot Dead Trying to Kill IDF Soldiers

In violent riots against IDF forces who were north of Ramallah to arrest a Hamas terrorist, 22-year-old killed as he tries to throw a bomb.

Stray Gunfire From Syria Wounds IDF Soldier in the Golan

Soldier evacuated to hospital after being shot by 'stray gunfire' near Quneitra crossing.

Hareidi IDF Enrollment Shoots Up

The numbers don't lie: More hareidi yeshiva students than ever are enrolling in the IDF

Number of Hesder Yeshiva Students Up 5%

Hesder Yeshiva Association head Rabbi Karov says there's no surprise that combined army-Torah study track gaining popularity.

Top Adviser to Canada's Liberals Under Fire for Israel Comments

One of the Canadian Liberal Party leader's top advisers accuses Israel of firing "indiscriminately onto Palestinian women and children".

Report: IDF Quietly Investigating Hezbollah Terror Tunnels

Reservists say IDF ordered check for terror tunnels along Lebanese border, despite repeated reassurances that no threat exists.

Senior Official Says IDF Underestimated Hamas

IDF official says a 'tactical assessment mistake' was made in Gaza operation, but terror groups were left 'in very bad shape.'

Maverick Hassidic Singer Lipa Schmeltzer Serenades Haredi Troops

Hassidic music sensation praises Nahal Haredi soldiers for showing how 'you can be a good Jew, and be in the army'.

Israel to Receive Fourth 'Dolphin-Class' Advanced Submarine

State of the art vessel, the most expensive piece of hardware in the IDF's arsenal, will significantly boost Israel's naval capabilities.

IDF Forces Return to 'Abandoned' Southern Town

Council member says she is still worried about why soldiers left Gaza border town unguarded, credits media exposure for forcing return.

Watch: A Guided Tour of a Hamas Terror Tunnel

New IDF video provides an inside look at one of the many Hamas terror tunnels destroyed during Operation Protective Edge.

Netanyahu Praises IDF Soldiers, Calls on UN to Investigate Hamas

Speaking before naval cadets, PM Netanyahu says the IDF is the most moral army in the world.

IDF Soldier Wounded in Attempted Attack in Samaria

Israeli Arab driver attempts to smuggle in illegal Palestinian workers, tries to run over soldier; driver shot and critically wounded.

Wounded IDF Soldier Astounds Doctors With Miraculous Recovery

Serious leg, hand wounds no match for brave IDF soldier who has breezed through Soroka's ICU.

Hundreds Attend Funeral of IDF Soldier Shahar Shalev

'We had five and a half weeks to bid you farewell,' eulogizes father of the 20-year-old who died of his wounds from Gaza op. on Sunday.

Anger as Southern Community 'Abandoned' by IDF

Residents of Netiv Ha'asarah, on the border with Gaza, astonished to find soldiers sent to guard them had disappeared.

Released for publication

IDF Soldier Dies of Wounds Sustained in Gaza Operation

Shahar Shalev becomes 67th soldier killed in action during Operation Protective Edge.

Two Terrorists Arrested for Rock-Throwing Attacks

Terrorists suspected responsible for attack which seriously injured father, husband in Samaria; rock attacks on the rise.

UN Calls for 'Restraint' Following Mortar Fire in Golan

UN spokesman calls on Syria and the IDF to exercise restraint after mortar shells from Syria hit Israel.

Ya'alon and Gantz: We'll Hit Hamas Again if We Have To

Defense Minister and IDF Chief of Staff declare that if Hamas resumes the rocket fire, it will be dealt an even harsher blow.

Dozens of People Donate Platelets for Injured Soldier

Seriously injured soldier saved by the donations of dozens of Israelis, after parents ask for public help.

In This War, Mineral Water Bottles Keep Soldiers Hydrated

Special report: IDF Logistic system explains supplies to Gaza, by the numbers - and how things have changed since previous campaigns.

IDF Reveals the Gaza That the UN is Hiding

UN maps show damaged buildings in Gaza - but that's only half the picture, as IDF exposes in an informative new video.

Watch: IDF Soldier Reveals Extent of Hamas 'Human Shields'

IDF interview with soldier who fought in Gaza illustrates challenges: 'it's difficult to eliminate a terrorist hugging a small child.'

Minister Says Israel Weighing Ground Incursion

Ground offensive could result in reoccupying Gaza, Gilad Erdan says, but no decisions have been made yet.

'The IDF Has Technology to End the Operation in Hours'

Gaza libel-buster and presidential candidate Dr. Yehuda David says politicians hamstringing IDF, secret technology should be employed.

Commander: Aborted Airstrikes 'Sabotage' IDF Operation

Commander of IAF's real-time intel gathering squadron reveals how Hamas embedding among civilians endangers IDF.

New IDF Report Details Hamas Use of Civilians

See recently declassified report, which through intel maps, photo and video evidence proves Hamas's illegal warfare once and for all.

10,000 Reserve Soldiers Authorized for Emergency Draft

Ministers give IDF permission to refresh troops, apparently to help homefront instead of for Gaza ground entry.

Gaza Rockets Damage Cars and Buildings in Southern Israel

Direct hit on home as rockets since ceasefire breach edge towards 100; volley on Eshkol region leaves damage, civilian suffering shock.

IDF Equipment Seized in Arab Galilee Village

A thousand M-16 bullets, flak jacket and combat vest discovered in police raid on Deir al-Assad, just north of Karmiel.

2,000 Reservists Called Back Up for IDF Service

As hostilities with Gaza terrorists heat up again, reservists called back up for military service.

IDF: 50 Rockets Were Fired on Tuesday

IDF says a total of 50 rockets from Gaza fired towards Israel since Tuesday afternoon. Six of them were intercepted by Iron Dome.

Hamas Launches Massive Rocket Barrage on Israeli Cities

Hamas claims missile shower on major Israeli cities; Home Front Command orders public bomb shelters opened.

Dead Soldier 'Found Happiness' in the IDF

Moving words of David Gordon, 'lone soldier' from US found dead Tuesday, reveals how he was inspired after joining the IDF.

Missing Soldier Found Dead

American-Israeli soldier David Gordon's body found days after going missing from IDF base.

Ceasefire breached

Netanyahu Orders IDF Response After Rockets Fired at Be'er Sheva

Hours before the third ceasefire extension ends, Gaza terrorists fire rockets at southern capital; IDF ordered to return fire.

Bereaved Family Fights Defense Ministry on Epitaph

Family of fallen IDF soldier insists siblings' names be included on headstone, asks not to include traditional Jewish epitaph.