IDF

Report:

IDF storing millions of calls per hour on Microsoft servers

A new report shows how Unit 8200 created a system based on a Microsoft platform allowing storage of millions of Palestinian call recordings for military planning.

Hundreds of Hesder students enlist in combat service

Hundreds of young men from hesder yeshivas across the country reported for duty yesterday, officially beginning their service in the IDF as part of the hesder yeshiva combat track.

IDF strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure in southern Lebanon, hitting a weapons storage facility, a missile launcher, and engineering tools.

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Terrorists arrested while enjoying leisure activity in Ramallah

In a joint operation by the IDF, the police and the Shin Bet, two terrorists who were released from prison last year and subsequently tried to establish a terrorist cell in Ramallah were arrested.

Widespread operations:

IDF takes out Hamas terrorists, launchers, and weapons facility

Terrorists eliminated in Daraj Tuffah and Beit Hanoun; tunnel shafts, launchers, and weapons production sites destroyed in coordinated strikes.

'All who are for G-d - follow me!'

Haredi soldiers end march for beret at Western Wall

Soldiers from first regular-service haredi company, 'Hashmonaim,' end march for beret at Western Wall.

Amusing confusion on Lebanese news channel

Lebanese news channel LBCI broadcasts a picture of actor Itzik Cohen instead of the IDF Head of Operations Directorate, who shares the same name.

PMO

'IDF ready to implement any decision made by the Cabinet'

IDF Chief of Staff presents PM Netanyahu with options for the continuation of the war amid reports that the PM has decided that the IDF will conquer and occupy Gaza.

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2 kilometer-long tunnel in Khan Yunis destroyed

Kfir Brigade soldiers are operating in southern Khan Yunis, where they uncovered a cache of weapons inside a building and destroyed an underground route approximately 2 kilometers long

PM at recruitment center

'Still necessary to complete the enemy's defeat in Gaza'

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke to recruits for the armored and combat engineering corps and reiterated that the goals of the war are "to release all our hostages, to ensure that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel."

IDF reports 54 suicides since 2023

Head of IDF Personnel Directorate Brig. Gen. Amir Vadmani said during a Knesset session that there is a rise in suicides in the IDF, but noted it is not enough to qualify as a wave of incidents.

Defense Minister:

'IDF must carry out politicians' orders'

Defense Minister Israel Katz stated during his visit to Gaza that he will ensure the IDF carries out all decisions by the Cabinet regarding the war.

Sirens in Jerusalem and Shfela

IAF successfully intercepts missile from Yemen

Missile launched from Yemen toward Israel intercepted by the IAF after sirens sounded in Jerusalem and Shfela. Magen David Adom reports no injuries.

Helmet Camera Footage:

YAMAM kills terrorist near Jenin

The Israel Police have released helmet camera footage of the moment Israeli forces encircled the terrorist's hiding spot and eliminated him as he tried to flee.

Security forces eliminate terrorist in northern Samaria

Yamam and Duvdevan units thwart terrorist cells in Jenin area, seizing firearms and apprehending key figures; terrorist Yusuf Emad Al-Amer eliminated.

Base explosion:

Condition of severely burned IDF soldier continues to worsen

Soldier was initially hospitalized in moderate condition after fuel ignition incident at southern base; Military Police investigating conflicting accounts, including possible misconduct.

Soldier severely injured in operational accident

Soldier in the Desert Reconnaissance Battalion severely injured in an operational accident in the communities near the Gaza Strip. Another soldier sustains moderate injuries in the same incident, two others lightly injured.

IDF intercepts drone from Yemen

The IDF intercepted a drone this afternoon (Sunday) launched by the Houthis from Yemen. The aircraft was intercepted near Bnei Netzarim.

Unusual Incident:

Soldier severely burned in accident at Paran Brigade base

Last Tuesday, a serious incident took place at the Paran Brigade base, leaving a 20-year-old soldier with moderate injuries and burns covering approximately 30% of his body.

Academia attacks IDF:

TA University urges academic writing against Israel

Academic journal Israeli Sociology, affiliated with Tel Aviv University, issues a call for papers encouraging writing accusing Israel of ethnic cleansing and systematic extermination. Critics warn of publicly funded anti-Zionist propaganda.

IDF dismantles hundreds of terrorist infrastructure sites

Troops from 179th Brigade dismantles hundreds of terrorist infrastructure sites, strikes military structures and locates numerous weapons in past two months of combat in southern Gaza.

Raid on four targets at once:

IDF troops confiscate weapons in southern Syria

226th Brigade troops seize arms and interrogate suspects in coordinated night operation aimed at thwarting terror entrenchment near Israeli border.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

'Combat soldiers to get one month rest'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir's new plan aims to prevent troop burnout: Regular brigades will serve three months in Gaza, then rotate out for a month of rest, training, and debriefing.

Sirens across Israel

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens sounded in Jerusalem, Samaria and the Negev regions after the IDF identifies a missile launch from Yemen. Missile successfully intercepted by the IAF. No injuries reported.

Counterterror sweep:

IDF finds dozens of weapons in Judea and Samaria

Security forces uncover weapons caches in Anabta, Al-Ram, Odala, and more during week-long operation to dismantle terror infrastructure in Central Command region.

Soldier's warning

'Security perimeter breached — hundreds of terrorists crossed it'

IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip personally approached their battalion commander following new security escort missions and the breach of a defensive line defined by the brigade commander. 'Hundreds of terrorists crossed it; at times, soldiers stand just 50 meters from a frenzied crowd. There’s no concrete warning, no defensive line.'

Kfir Brigade solidifies control of ‘Magen Oz’ Corridor

Troops have been operating to further solidify operational control along the 'Magen Oz’ corridor, which runs through the city of Khan Yunis and separates its eastern and western parts.

Dramatic footage:

Disaster averted in Gaza by last-minute IDF discovery

Squad of 12 armed terrorists spotted preparing RPG attack on IDF logistic route; drone tracking, footprints expose plot just 100 meters from earlier clash site.

Tragic End:

Roi Wasserstein took his own life after over 300 days in reserves

Roi Wasserstein, 24 from Netanya, served over 300 reserve days in the 401st Brigade. Yesterday, he took his own life.

Gaza op headed towards completion? IDF reducing forces in Gaza

IDF's 98th Division concludes operations in northern Gaza, after eliminating terrorists involved in the October 7 massacre and dealing significant blow to Hamas' Shejaiya Battalion.

Mid-air malfunction

Fuel tank from a fighter jet found on Israeli beach

Fighter jet jettisons fuel tanks off Ashkelon coast due to technical issue; one tank later found on shore, no injuries reported.

New battalion established in IDF Rescue Brigade

The IDF has officially launched a fifth battalion within its Rescue Brigade on Wednesday, in response to a significant increase in enlistment motivation following Operation Rising Lion.

IDF assessment

Northern Arrows crippled Hezbollah’s capabilities

The IDF reports that Operation Northern Arrows significantly damaged Hezbollah’s operational readiness and severely reduced the group’s ability to launch indirect fire at Israel — all while enabling most northern Israeli residents to return home.

IDF

52 aid packages airdropped into Gaza

Over the past few hours, 52 aid packages, containing food for the residents of both the southern and northern Gaza Strip, were airdropped.

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IDF destroys weapons storage facility in Gaza

IDF troops eliminated several terrorists who posed a threat, while the IAF targeted terrorist infrastructure and multiple weapons storage facilities over the past day.

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Hamas caught on camera looting aid, blocking relief to Gazans

Video shows armed Hamas operatives seizing humanitarian supplies meant for civilians; IDF says terror group is blocking aid distribution in Gaza.

Haredi Yeshivot fear rising enlistment rates among their students

Haredi leadership believes that any students enlisting could mean a crack in the traditional stance against service in the IDF.

IDF orders removal of missionary materials from bases

Following Or L'Achim warning, IDF issues directive to purge and prevent missionary flyers included in gifts to soldiers; protocols to be reinforced across all units.

Jabaliya

Terror tunnel found near Gaza school

Forces from the 401st Brigade raid building that previously served as the "Al-Rafai" school, weapons that had been hidden at the site were located and a 400-meter long tunnel was dismantled.

10/7 battle in Sufa:

IDF failed, civilians prevented massacre

IDF failed to defend Sufa, but military and civilian forces prevented a massacre. Full investigation report revealed.

IDF soldier crushed by elevator at military base

IDF soldier severely injured after being crushed by elevator at military base in central Israel; circumstances under investigation

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Left-wing activist humiliates Druze officer and attacks soldiers

Anarchists from the 'Looking the Occupation in the Eye' organization blocked a military jeep and humiliated IDF soldiers during Shabbat in the Jordan Valley.

Released for publication:

Amir Saad and Inon Nuriel Vana killed in Gaza

IDF has released for publication that Amir Saad, 22, from Yanuh-Jat,and Sergeant Inon Nuriel Vana, 20, from Kiryat Tivon, were killed in Gaza. In the incident another Golani combat soldier was injured.

Ben-Gvir:

'Humanitarian aid is a disgrace and danger'

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticized the aid delivery to the Gaza Strip, calling it "nonsense and hallucination that endangers soldiers."

Netanyahu allows humanitarian pause, increased aid to Gaza

Starting at 10 a.m. Sunday, the IDF implemented a temporary humanitarian pause in several areas of the Gaza Strip, including the north, to facilitate the delivery of aid.

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IDF airdrops humanitarian aid into Gaza

IDF Spokesperson’s Unit publishes footage of an airdrop of humanitarian aid to Gaza, including seven packages of aid containing flour, sugar, and canned food.

IDF intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla

IDF intercepts pro-Palestinian ship 'Handala' as it approaches Gaza.

Chief of Staff promised: No more reservists will be called up

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir rejects request to mobilize additional reserve forces for expanding ground operations in Gaza, emphasizing commitment to limit days of reserve duty per year.

Sirens in Dead Sea and Judea

IAF successfully intercepts missile fired from Yemen

Missile launched from Yemen intercepted by the IDF, after sirens sounded in the Dead Sea and Judea areas. No reports of impacts or casualties.

IDF eliminates Hamas official who oversaw arms smuggling

The IDF eliminated Muhammad al-‘Amour, who was responsible for the goods terminal at the Rafah Crossing, where hundreds of weapons and military equipment were smuggled into Gaza.

Firebomb attack foiled

IDF eliminates two terrorists near Bethlehem

IDF soldiers eliminate two terrorists who were hurling firebombs at a main road near Al-Khader, close to Bethlehem. No IDF injuries reported.

After a 5-month manhunt:

Forces arrest terrorist behind central Israel bus bombings

Terrorist behind February bus bombings in Bat Yam and Holon captured in Shechem after months-long manhunt; ready-to-use explosives found at scene.

IDF Chief: Ground forces key to Victory in multi-front war

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir visits Ground Forces, unveils plans to expand ground capabilities, integrate advanced robotics, and prioritize lessons from urban warfare.

Drama in the IAF:

Aircraft sabotaged, three arrested

IDF probes suspected sabotage of UAVs by three IAF servicemembers; officials say incident could have caused crashes but no harm to operational readiness.

IDF launches legal aid system for soldiers detained abroad

Amid rising legal threats overseas, IDF establishes special unit to support soldiers investigated or arrested abroad for their service, offering full legal and family assistance.

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Captured footage shows Hamas feasting amid claims of 'famine'

The IDF's Arabic spokesperson published footage from the tunnels showing Hamas terrorists eating a large meal while exploiting the suffering of civilians in Gaza.

IDF reopens triage facility in Syria

Israeli triage facility in Hader, Syria, closed in recent weeks, reopens to provide medical care for local Syrians.

Report:

17% of IDF casualties caused by accidents

The IDF has identified a significant rise in the number of fatal operational accidents among Israeli forces in Gaza.

Defense Minister:

'We are at the closest point to achieving the war’s objectives'

Defense Minister Israel Katz leads a multi-front security assessment, signals the potential renewal of military action against Iran.

In southern Gaza

Three soldiers injured by explosive device

Platoon Commander and Combat Engineering soldier were severely injured by an explosive device in the southern Gaza Strip. Another soldier moderately injured in the incident