IDF

100th Submariner's Course Graduates

Navy Commander tells soldiers, "From now, covertness and lethality will characterize your mission."

IDF Boss Defends Controversial Appointments

IDF chief of staff Benny Gantz sought to allay concerns Defense Minister Barak is making political appointments in Judea and Samaria

Tripartite Security Talks in South Lebanon

Senior IDF officials met with their Lebanese counterparts at the UNIFIL headquarters in Naqoura to discuss recent incidents.

PM Approves New Security Measures in Judea and Samaria

Prime Minister Netanyahu approved new security measures for dealing with disturbances in Judea and Samaria.

Rabbi Amar Warns Against Civil War - Calls for Dialogue

Rabbi Amar and a delegation of Samaria rabbis showed their solidarity with the IDF and issued a proclamation against attacking soldiers

Former Defense Minister: IDF Should Have Killed Vandals

Former Defense Minister Industry Binyamin Ben-Eliezer says the IDF should have shot to kill Jewish youth who raided IDF base Monday night.

IDF Chief Rabbi: Attacks on IDF Against Halakhah

IDF Chief Rabbi Rafi Peretz met religious Zionist rabbis to condemn attacks on IDF soldiers.

Katz: Mizrachi Being Selective About His "Shock"

MK Katz says Maj. Gen. Mizrachi is ignoring left-wing attacks on the IDF in expressing his 'shock' at last night's Ephraim Brigade incident

Ya'alon: Targeting IDF Hurts Israel's Settlements

Strategic Affairs chief Moshe Ya'alon said last night's attack on the Ephraim Brigade by angry Jewish youth hurts the settlements.

IDF General Shocked by Hatred for Soldiers

Maj. Gen. Avi Mizrachi expressed dismay and confusion over hatred for IDF soldiers by Jewis youth after violent clashes in Samaria.

Southern Command: Gaza Incursion Becoming Essential

The deputy commander of the IDF Southern Command told reporters a major Gaza incursion can't be put off forever.

Ketzaleh Suspects Provocateurs Incited Yesha Youth

MK Katz (Ketzaleh) suspects that provocateurs may have been planted in Judea and Samaria to incite youth to rebel against the IDF.

Nationalists’ Anger Spills Over into IDF Base

Dozens of youths from Judea and Samaria entered an IDF base following rumors of an imminent destruction of a Jewish community.

Expelled Religious IDF Officers Rejoin Course

Two religious IDF recruits expelled from a training program rather than transgress a Torah injunction have rejoined the officers' program.

IDF Institutes New Rules of Engagement on Israel's Roads

IDF commanders have instituted new rules of engagement for soldiers manning checkpoints following the tragic death of Rabbi Daniel Mertzbach

Elbit Wins $59 Million US, European Contracts

Israeli-based Elbit System has won contracts worth nearly $60 million to help arm the US, Israel and Europe.

Barak, Gantz Joke About Female Soldiers Singing

Defense Minister, top general caught joking about IDF women singing even as they punish religious soldiers who refuse to attend.

Sar-El: Volunteers From Around the World Give Back to the IDF

IDF produced a video featuring the Sar-El, the National Project for Volunteers for Israel. Tourists get to feel the army from up close.

IDF's New Tactical Radio Boasts Video, Too

"Elad Yarok" takes tactical radios to a new level, with encrypted data channels and video functions.

IDF Builds Bridge for Troubled Youth

The IDF worries more than just about training the cream of the crop. A special “Wings” project helps troubled youth find their way.

IAF Takes Troubled Teens on 'Wings'

Israel's Air Force is using aircraft maintenance and gliding to help troubled teens at the Hatzerim Air Base.

Hareidi Soldier Enlistments Up 1000 Percent in Six Years

Soaring enlistment of hareidi religious men bodes well for the IDF and for society in general, according to the army.

'Apparent IDF Drone Strike' in Lebanon

An explosion in southern Lebanon Friday was apparently caused by an IDF drone, Lebanese media reports.

Video: IDF Drill before Shells Almost Hit Generals

The IDF releases a video of the same large-scale exercise that almost ended in tragedy when artillery shells nearly hit top generals.

Israel's Deterrence Rooted in Ability to Conquer Territory

IDF General says Israel's ability to deter attacks is rooted in its ability to seize land -- and in the enemy believing Israel will keep it.

PA Arab Mob Attacks IDF Soldiers at Beit Ummar

A mob of some 200 PA Arabs attacked IDF soldiers in a rock attack Thursday afternoon near the Judean Arab village of Beit Ummar.

Holocaust Survivor Jungreis: 'It's Happening Again'

"Once again we are surrounded on every side by those who want to destroy us - and they don't hide it," says Rebetzin Esther Jungreis.

Bill Will Ensure 'Religious Freedom' for IDF Soldiers

A bill sponsored by MK Ya'akov Katz will ensure that religious IDF soldiers are not forced to act against their religious principles.

In 3rd Quarter 2011, Gaza Exports Jump 30%

In the third quarter of 2011, Gaza's exports have increased 30 percent over the same period a year earlier, despite a worldwide crisis.

Misfire in IDF Drill Narrowly Misses General

Two misfired artillery shells in an IDF exercise in southern Israel narrowly missed a group of soldiers Tuesday, including a top general.

Former Mayor: Gov't Sacrificing Citizens to Moloch

Prosper Azran says Israel's leaders have abdicated their duty to protect the people from harm - thereby sacrificing them.

IDF Pursues Loose Internet Lips

IDF Information Security personnel continue to warn soldiers to be careful about what they post to social media sites - warn of consequences

IDF Talks Turkey with US Soldiers for Thanksgiving

The IDF and the American Jewish Committee thank “lone American soldiers” on Thanksgiving with a holiday turkey meal.

‘Quiet War’ Resumes: One Kassam, Two IDF Responses

Terrorists in Hamas-controlled Gaza attacked the western Negev with a Kassam Saturday, and the IDF hit two terrorist sites. No injuries.

Meretz MK Seeks to Ban Visiting Clergy from IDF, Police Activity

MK Nitzan Horowitz was already rebuffed when he tried to ban Chabad from visiting IDF bases on the holidays.

Bill to Automatically Give POWs Disability Benefits

MK Israel Hasson has submitted a bill that would automatically award POWs a 20% disability payment.

IDF to 'Kidnap' Soldiers Once a Month

Amid fears that terrorists are planning to kidnap soldiers, the IDF will stage soldiers' kidnappings once a month.

Israel Prepares for Biological Terrorist Attack

An exercise dubbed ‘Orange Flame 6” will be staged in the north next week and simulate an “unconventional terrorist” attack.

Terrorist Nabbed in Attempted Attack in Samaria

The security officer of Hevron area community foiled a terrorist attack Monday night and held an armed Hevron Arab until the IDF arrived.

IDF Chief Rabbi Meets Soldiers at Yeshiva U.

IDF Chief Rabbi Rafi Peretz, one of the first religious pilots in the Air Force, spoke with “soldiers in exile” at Yeshiva University.

IDF Data: Number of Israelis who Enlist Declining

The number of Israelis who enlist in the army is declining. By 2020, less than 60% will enlist, statistics show.

Defense Ministry to MKs: Pay for Your Own Helicopter

Ministry snubs Knesset members, refuses to provide helicopter, in possible tit-for-tat over funding.

IDF: More Religious Girls Wish to Serve in Army Than Ever Before

The IDF expects some 1,500 religious girls to sign up for full IDF service this year - a 25% increase over last year's draftee numbers.

IDF Kitchens to Turn 'Mehadrin'

Most IDF kitchens will receive “mehadrin” kashrut certification in the coming years, the IDF Chief Rabbinate decided this week.

'Blue Builds Green' as Solar Energy Shines on the IDF

Solar energy has arrived in the IDF, where an Israeli air base is implementing a new system that uses photovoltaic solar cells.

IDF Protects Lowest Point on Earth with Low Profile

Tourists rarely see IDF activities at the Dead Sea, but soldiers are on constant watch in the area for weapons smuggling from Jordan.

IDF Nabs Two Terror Gangs in Bethlehem-Gush Etzion Area

The IDF and security officials have caught two terrorist gangs who planned to murder Jewish civilians and soldiers at Gush Etzion.

Bus Standoff Ends With Arrests

Police arrested 5 PA Arabs who refused to disembark a bus at the Hizma checkpoint after a standoff with soldiers.

IDF to Take Offensive in Gaza If Missile Attacks Resume

The IDF’s “tit-for-tat” response will be replaced by an offensive in Gaza if missile attacks resume, says Chief of Staff Gantz.

'Hizbullah on Alert, Preparing for War'

Hizbullah has canceled leaves and is preparing for war, according to the Kuwaiti newspaper As-Seyassah.

Is the IDF Allowing the PA to Take over Judea and Samaria?

The Civil Administration, an arm of the IDF, plans to solve charges of bias in favor of illegal Arab buildings – by defining them as legal.

High-Tech Weapons Aid Israeli Intelligence

High-tech vehicles with heavy armor, radar and information gathering tools are helping IDF combat soldiers to gather intelligence.

IDF's Judea Brigade Simulates Terror Attack

The Judea Regional Brigade of the IDF’s Judea and Samaria Division holds the largest military exercise in its history.

IDF Commanders Visit Mertzbach Family

Head of Israeli Central Command and commander of the IDF’s Judea Brigade visit family of Rabbi Dan Mertzbach. "We are ashamed."

Soldier ‘Kidnapped’ in Massive IDF Exercise

The Israeli army is staging a wide-scale exercise Sunday to test its ability to thwart a kidnapping attempt by terrorists.

Soldier Who Killed Rabbi Mertzbach to be Questioned

Military Advocate General orders military police to conduct an investigation into the death of Rabbi Dan Mertzbach.

Shooting Victim's Daughter: 'They Fired Directly at Mertzbach'

Daughter of woman who was wounded in the shooting on Highway 60: The soldiers fired even after the vehicle stopped.

Second Shooting Under Mordechai's Command

The death of Rabbi Dan Mertzbach due to IDF fire is the second accidental civilian death under Brig. Hagai Mordechai's command.

Rabbi Daniel Mertzbach Laid to Rest

Otniel rabbi Daniel Mertzbach was laid to rest on the Mount of Olives after being killed in a tragic IDF fire incident.

Otniel Resident Dead in Shooting Incident on Highway 60

60-year-old Rabbi Dan Mertzbach killed after IDF troops accidentally fire shots at an Israeli vehicle.

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