IDF

Drug Smugglers Responsible for Egyptian Border Attack

Six to nine armed criminals surrounded IDF patrols - who shot back and killed a number of their attackers.

IDF to Compensate Reservists for Protective Edge

Soldiers to receive up to 15,000 shekels for their time at the front; additional solutions being sought for the self-employed.

'Israel's 9/11'?

IDF Finally Admits: Hamas Planned Terror-Tunnel Massacre

Attack, potentially timed for Rosh Hashana, would have involved 200 heavily-armed terrorists and been on an unprecedented scale.

The IDF's New Mission: Teaching Immigrant Children Hebrew

Soldiers in uniform gear up for the next operation - in the classroom, where they are helping children integrate into Israel.

Hold That Phone! IDF Releases New Guidelines for Smartphones

Soldiers now expected to be respectful of their cell phone usage, both online and in public, in system designed to prevent security risks.

Israeli Society 'Isn't Ready for a Religious IDF Chief of Staff'

Rabbi Eli Sadan, pioneer of religious pre-military program, says religious-Zionists can lead the way - but through consensus.

MK Ilatov: We Have the Votes to Dump Zoabi

MK Robert Ilatov (Yisrael Beytenu) said that legislation to strip MK Hanin Zoabi of her Israeli citizenship would soon be introduced.

Annual Race Renamed in Memory of Fallen Soldier Hadar Goldin

Family members - including Hadar's wife-to-be - attended this year's 5th annual race in Moshav Benei Re'em.

IDF Commander Says Hamas Terror Tunnels Still Remain

IDF Gaza Division commander reveals IDF was caught off guard by number of attack tunnels into Israel; political echelon delayed action.

Soldier's Organs Save Six People

Lee Hasin, 19, died of a brain tumor. Unaware of his illness, his commanders had punished him for his loss of memory.

Gantz: Together, We Are Unstoppable

IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz on Monday hosted representatives of all of the IDF's military wings and divisions.

Shameful: Hamas Retweets Hareidi Anti-IDF 'Pig' Cartoon

Posters portraying religious soldiers as pigs drawn up by Jewish anti-Zionists - and happily endorsed by their Islamist counterparts.

Hareidi Extremists Show IDF Soldiers as Pigs in Poster Campaign

Just days after Yom Kippur less than two months after Gaza war, hareidi extremists relaunch anti-IDF incitement.

German IDF Soldier Versus 9,300 'Israelis for Berlin'

Jew who immigrated to Israel to join combat brigade can't understand campaign asking for thousands of work visas to Germany.

Bereaved Mother Campaigns for Access to Son's Facebook Profile

Privacy or legacy? Battle being waged over fallen IDF soldier's Facebook details.

IDF Exposes Hezbollah's 'Killer Deal' for Lebanese Citizens

Spokesperson Unit loses no time in the media battle, responding to explosives on border with expose on Hezbollah's 'housing program.'

IDF Clashes with Lebanese Army on Border

IDF forces fire at infiltrator; Lebanon claims one soldier wounded in clashes.

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.

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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.