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Watch: Givati soldiers finish the Talmud in Lebanon

The Givati Brigade took part in a celebration marking the end of the Babylonian Talmud, held by students of Yeshivat HaKotel in south Lebanon.

America presses Israel to tighten rules of engagement in Lebanon

Airstrikes that had previously been approved at the field level now require approval from the Chief of Staff, and even from politicians.

IDF targets Hamas's financial lifeline

Hussein Qadra and Mohammed Farah were eliminated in a strike in southern Gaza, who according to the IDF, were involved in transferring hundreds of millions of shekels used to pay salaries to terrorists and finance terrorist activities.

Father of fallen Soldier:

'Everyone loved him'

Father of Nave Habshoosh, killed in Lebanon tank disaster, eulogizes his son: 'He was an angel walking among us'

Investigation:

Missile hit tank, created opening for explosive drone

The IDF estimates that Hezbollah combined anti-tank missile fire with an explosive drone that penetrated the tank and detonated inside, killing four IDF soldiers.

'The north owes you'

Former Northern Command chief bids farewell to Dor Ben Simhon

The former Head of Northern Command pays tribute to Lieutenant Colonel Dor Ben Simhon who fell in Lebanon, praising his devotion, leadership, and contribution to the security of the north.

Miracle in northern Israel:

Eruv saves lives of soldiers at IDF outpost

An explosive Hezbollah FPV drone became entangled in an eiruv installed by an IDF Military Rabbinate soldier, detonating harmlessly above the outpost.

Southern Lebanon tragedy:

Naveh's father sends moving message

Haim, the father of Naveh Habshush, who fell in battle in Lebanon along with three other soldiers, published a post calling on his followers to continue living their lives in his son's honor.

4 soldiers killed in battle in Lebanon

Battalion commander LTC Dor Gedalia Ben Simhon, 32, and 3 other soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon.

Suspected infiltration along northern border

Forces supported by a helicopter and advanced surveillance assets are deployed following the detection of several suspects across the border fence in Lebanon.

Map of Security Zone

IDF official: Troops to stay in Lebanon as talks continue

An IDF official said troops will remain in the Security Zone in southern Lebanon to eliminate threats as negotiations with Lebanon continue.

Companies may face legal trouble after IDF used their equipment

A report says human rights experts are examining whether construction equipment makers could face scrutiny over IDF operations in Lebanon.

Minutes after launch:

IDF destroys launcher used to fire missiles at troops

After Hezbollah launched missiles at soldiers, the IAF struck the launcher, which was loaded and ready to fire additional rockets.

IDF eliminates two October 7th terrorists in Gaza

Hamas terrorists Ahmad Abu Hin and Mahmoud Walid Jabr Abu Hin, who infiltrated Israel during the October 7th Massacre, were eliminated after posing a threat to IDF troops.

Five soldiers wounded, one severely, in Hezbollah drone attack

Explosive drone hits Givati force operating in southern Lebanon, injuring four. Additional drone strikes evacuation crew, injuring an additional soldier.

Chief of Staff:

Female tank crew pilot program to move out of Armored Corps

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir decided that a pilot to integrate women into tank crews will be conducted under the Border Defense Corps rather than inside the Armored Corps.

IDF to utilize ceasefire for refreshing forces

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir issues instructions to allow soldiers to take more vacations, undergo additional trainings.

Is this a ceasefire?

Hezbollah fired rockets; IAF destroys launcher

The Israeli Air Force intercepted several rockets launched today by Hezbollah toward the area where IDF forces are operating in southern Lebanon. Later, it struck the launcher from which some of the rockets had been fired.

‘We’re fooling ourselves’:

Dov Hikind’s sobering warning

Dov Hikind warned of rising antisemitism in the US, urged stronger support for Israel and called for greater national unity over haredi enlistment.

IDF soldier suspended for aiming weapon at haredi bus passengers

IDF soldier inspecting a bus pointed his weapon at passengers during an argument that broke out after the latter asked several passengers to disembark from the bus.

IAF commander reveals:

Major strike on Iran halted an hour before take-off

Major General Omer Tischler revealed that the entire Air Force was preparing to take off for Iran, but was stopped as the pilots were being briefed due to US pressure.

18 firearms and explosives lathes destroyed in Shechem

In a nighttime operation, Yahalom Unit and 967th Reserve Battalion raided Shechem's Balata Camp and the Ras al-Ein neighborhood to disable terrorist production infrastructure.

In southern Lebanon

Terrorist cells threatening IDF troops eliminated

IAF successfully intercepts rockets launched toward area in which IDF soldiers are operating, eliminating terrorists who posed a threat to the troops.

Fallen Soldier:

'This is to protect my comrades and my country'

The Education Corps released a filmed podcast with Capt. Eitan Lamberg, a company commander in Brigade 7, who was killed in action in Lebanon about a week and a half ago.

Judah Brigade prepares for the next threat

Incoming Judea Brigade commander completes his first brigade exercise to test command-and-control capabilities, stressing cooperation between forces, and coordination with residents in Judea and Samaria.

Defense Minister:

'Israel will not withdraw from Lebanon, Syria, or Gaza'

Defense Minister Katz declared that Israel is determined to keep the IDF in security zones in Lebanon, Syria and the Gaza Strip indefinitely to protect Israel's borders and communities.

IDF confirms:

Hezbollah commander behind attack on US troops eliminated

Ali Musa Daqduq, a senior Hezbollah commander wanted for the 2007 killing of US soldiers, was eliminated by the IDF, Israel says.

Haredi MK accuses army of 'unchecked hypocrisy'

UTJ MK Porush declared today: 'How can a state that declares 'it has no room in its prisons' for Palestinian terrorists find detention space to arrest yeshiva students?'

Israel estimates:

Iran to respond to strike on Dahieh

IDF says it is preparing for potential launches toward Israel in the coming hours following an Israeli strike on a Hezbollah command center in the Dahieh suburb.

Chief of Staff:

'We are prepared for fronts besides Lebanon'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir spoke with the Northern Command and stressed the need for offensive operations in Lebanon to wear down Hezbollah's southern front and improve future security arrangements.

10 of 11 cadets dismissed from elite unit are national-religious

10 of 11 cadets dismissed from the elite Sayeret Matkal training program belong to the national-religious sector, prompting questions about the dismissal process and the use of sociometric evaluations.

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Moving ceremony of the Hasmonean Brigade

The largest unit since the haredi brigade began operating took its oath of allegiance. Col. Shemer Raviv said: "Proof that it is possible to defend the people of Israel without giving up one's identity."

IDF strikes Hezbollah rocket launchers in southern Lebanon

IDF says it carried out precise airstrikes, dismantling five rocket launchers used in attacks on IDF troops, along with a vehicle-mounted launcher, a command center, and operatives near Israeli forces.

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad and Hamas commanders in Gaza strike

The IDF says it killed three militant commanders in Gaza who were allegedly planning imminent attacks on Israeli forces, using a targeted strike with precautions to reduce civilian harm.

IDF destroys Hamas weapons depots in central Gaza overnight

The IDF said it destroyed three Hamas weapons depots in central Gaza overnight, removing a threat to troops operating in the area and to Israeli civilians.

Massive weapons smuggling attempt foiled

Suspect apprehended, smuggling attempt involving dozens of weapons thwarted, in joint IDF and police operation in the Jordan Valley area.

First time in decades:

IDF founds outposts on Jordanian border

Over the past year, a number of security settlements have been set up on the other side of the Jordanian border, for the first time since the era of the Nahal settlements.

Hesder Yeshiva leaders

'We're working with IDF on issue of integrating female soldiers'

Members of the Council of the Association of Hesder Yeshivas clarified that they are working with the IDF on the issue of female combat soldiers in the Armored Corps.

IDF achieves operational control of the Saluki River

The IDF says troops gained operational control north of the Saluki River, eliminating terrorists and dismantling Hezbollah infrastructure.

The heartbreaking embrace between the two IDF families

The father of Ohad Yaari, who was killed in Lebanon, called for the release of the detained commander: “This was an operational mishap, not a criminal matter."

Chief of Staff’s clarification on integration of female soldiers

Zamir addressed for the 1st time the letter from heads of Hesder yeshivas opposing the integration of female combat soldiers into the Armored Corps.

Crisis Grows:

13 Hesder yeshivas halt Armored Corps recruitment

Thirteen heads of Hesder yeshivas join the announcement to stop sending recruits to the Armored Corps following the integration of women into combat units.

'No mixed service'

Following rabbis’ protest, IDF details plan for Tank Corps pilot

The IDF says no option under review would place male and female soldiers in the same framework as it defends the pilot program.

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IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon

Over the past 24 hours, the IDF struck Hezbollah infrastructure sites and eliminated terrorists in the area of Tyre and additional areas in southern Lebanon.

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IDF eliminates terrorists in southern Lebanon

The “Shahaf" Unit continues to conduct intelligence collection, fire direction, and strikes through surveillance operations in Lebanon.

New details:

Terrorist reached within a kilometer of Margaliot before shootout

A preliminary investigation found the terrorist infiltrated from Lebanon and advanced near Margaliot before being identified and killed.

Guns and toys

Watch: Hezbollah weapons cache found in children's bedroom

While operating north of the Litani River, Givati soldiers were shocked to find dozens of weapons alongside a baby crib.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'The strike on Iran was preparation for a more powerful blow'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said Israel is prepared to return to Iran with a deeper strike while continuing operations against Hezbollah.

IDF officer jailed because of Instagram story

An IDF officer was sentenced to 15 days in prison for posting a political story to her personal account. Her mother claims: 'It was a stupid statement, a joke.'

Police officer, colonel in reserves suspected of murder attempt

Investigators arrested a Border Police officer, an IDF career soldier, and a colonel in the reserves from the Negev Bedouin encampments in connection with an attempted murder.

Unusual shooting attack at northern border

In an unusual incident on the northern border, a terrorist was identified inside Israeli territory a short distance from the fence in the Ramim Ridge area.

Combat-rabbi tells how he survived an explosive drone strike

'The moment I saw it lock onto me, I knew it was going to kill me,' says Rabbi Boaz Sluck, a 55-year-old reserve soldier who was seriously wounded in Lebanon, and explains why, despite his age, he refuses to give up reserve duty.

Reserve Duty:

Haredi officers operate in Jenin

Combat soldiers from the officers' and commanders' course of the Haredi Brigade operated in Jenin, detained wanted suspects for questioning, located weapons, and discovered incitement materials.

Reserve Duty:

Cities with the highest numbers of reserve-duty soldiers

Tel Aviv-Jaffa leads in number of reservists, with 42,000 serving, followed by Jerusalem, Rishon LeZion, Be'er Sheva, and Haifa; more than 1/3 are parents, highlighting the personal and family sacrifices made during the wartime period.

Hamas attempts to rebuild its capabilities, but the IDF strikes

IDF says it has struck the main headquarters of Hamas' naval police in Khan Younis, which was used to plan and carry out terrorist operations against IDF forces and Israel.

Fallen soldier's brother:

'He was a man of the book and the sword'

Amitai Yaari recalled his fallen brother, Sgt. Ohad Yaari's love of Torah, military service, and ability to bring joy to everyone around him.

Israel returns to near-normal activity after Iran attacks

The Home Front Command eased restrictions nationwide, allowing schools, workplaces, and activities to resume in most areas of the country on Tuesday.

The moving letter waiting for soldiers in Lebanon

IDF soldier Yehonatan Gottlieb published an unusual letter found in one of the villages, in which local residents thanked the IDF.

3 senior Islamic Jihad terrorists eliminated in Gaza

Muhammad Atiya Hassan Abu Afash, Farhat Zuhair Farhat Harara, and Abdallah Allah Riyad Masoud Qadoum were eliminated

Golani soldier removed from combat role over “Messiah" patch

Rosh Yeshiva criticizes battalion commander’s decision to remove a Golani Brigade soldier from combat duty after he wore a “Messiah" patch during operational activity.