IDF

Iron Beam incoming:

Israel's laser shields take down enemy threats

In a global first, Israel deploys high-power laser systems to intercept enemy threats, marking a new era in aerial defense and battlefield innovation.

Mission accomplished:

146th Division leaves Northern Command after 600 days of combat

After nearly two years of relentless operations along the Lebanese border, the IDF's 146th Division concludes its mission, passing command to the 91st Division amid praise for reshaping northern Israel's security landscape and defeating Hezbollah threats.

IDF treats over 500 Syrians at field clinic near Hader

As part of a humanitarian-security effort, IDF and Medical Corps operate mobile clinic in southern Syria to aid Druze civilians and secure the Golan region. Watch.

Investigation:

Soldiers and civilians prevented disaster after IDF failed

The IDF has published the investigation into the battle of Kerem Shalom during the October 7th massacre.

Dramatic footage:

IDF sniper hits terrorist in the heart of Shechem

Footage published on Arab social media shows precise shooting by an IDF sniper from a rooftop in Shechem (Nablus), targeting a terrorist walking among civilians.

Reserve officer severely wounded by sniper fire in Gaza

A reserve officer in the 924th Engineering Corps Battalion, 10th Brigade, was severely wounded by sniper fire during combat in the northern Gaza Strip.

Gaza Division Commander:

'If we don't kill the last Hamas leader, his people will'

Brigadier General Barak Hiram says Hamas's rule in Gaza is collapsing as it faces financial and leadership crises, which could lead to the people of Gaza overthrowing the terrorist regime themselves.

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NIS 7 million seized in Judea and Samaria anti-terror raids

Joint operation targets money changers suspected of funding terror; large sums of cash, weapons, and equipment confiscated in raids across Judea and Samaria.

Gazans begin receiving aid from distribution centers

2 centers in Tel al-Sultan and the Morag Corridor in the Rafah area began operating today and are distributing food packages to thousands of families in the Gaza Strip.

Soldiers ordered to fire gas at Jewish worshippers near Shechem

Dozens of worshippers were dispersed with gas grenades after they prayed, as they do every week, at the entrance to Shechem.

The Battle for Mefalsim on October 7th

A year-long operational investigation has unveiled the harrowing details of the battle around Kibbutz Mefalsim, the Black Arrow memorial, and Sha'ar Hanegev Junction during the October 7th massacre.

Dozens of terrorists elimintated

36th Division leaves Rafah for Khan Yunis

IDF forces, including Golani, Armored, and Kfir Brigades, work alongside Yahalom troops to dismantle extensive terrorist networks and eliminate threats in the Gaza Strip’s Khan Yunis and Rafah areas.

ISA nominee David Zini:

'October 7th was a bigger failure than the Yom Kippur war'

ISA director nominee David Zini offered a candid and painful assessment of the military’s failures during the October 7 Hamas attack, calling it 'a crazy failure, greater than the Yom Kippur War.'

Chief of Staff:

'Now is our time to defeat the Khan Yunis brigade'

During a high-level tour of Khan Yunis, Chief of the General Staff LTG Eyal Zamir, alongside top IDF commanders, conducted a strategic assessment as Operation Gideon’s Chariots intensifies.

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IDF, Border Police nab senior Lions’ Den terrorist in Shechem

In a joint undercover operation guided by Shin Bet intelligence, IDF and Border Police forces arrested a senior Lions' Den terrorist in Shechem; suspect wounded while fleeing, explosive devices hurled at troops.

Israeli Navy activity in Gaza:

Hamas naval commando who participated in massacre eliminated

The Israeli Navy, together with other bodies, eliminated Ahmad Al-Lahwani, who served as an operative in Hamas's naval commando unit and infiltrated through the Kerem Shalom Crossing.

'For political reasons'

Reserve officer jailed after refusing orders to report

Captain (Res.) Ron Feiner sentenced to 20 days in military prison after refusing reserve duty in protest of Gaza war and government stance on hostages.

Hamas: IDF Controls 77% of the Strip

Hamas claims that with the renewal of ground operations, Israel controls more than three-quarters of the Gaza Strip.

'It’s full of contradictions':

Wounded soldier slams IDF probe into Kissufim battle

First Sgt. Yaakov Vaknin, injured on October 7, says survivors were never interviewed for the investigation into the deadly Hamas assault. 'That’s not how you uncover the truth.'

Defense Min. bars IDF legal chief from Bar Association conference

Defense Minister Israel Katz blocks Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi from participating in public legal conference, citing need for the IDF to avoid political controversy, focus on defending soldiers against war-crimes allegations.

IDF soldier seriously injured in fight with another soldier

A soldier from the Nahal Brigade was severely injured in the northern Gaza Strip during a fight between soldiers.

District Court:

Bail upheld for man who spat at IDF officer

The district court rejected the police's appeal against the release of the illegal resident who spat at an IDF officer. Judge Michal Agmon-Gonen ruled that he will be released on bail.

Defense Minister:

Yair Golan barred from serving in reserves, IDF bases

Minister Israel Katz instructs IDF not to call up Democrat Party Chairman after Golan accused IDF soldiers of being baby killers.

Unheeded:

David Zini warned of attack from Gaza 6 months before massacre

Major General David Zini, nominated to lead the ISA, reported that the IDF was unprepared for a surprise attack half a year before the October 7th massacre.

Ahead of possible demolition

IDF maps homes of terrorists who assisted in Tze’ela Gez's murder

IDF troops map the homes of two terrorists who assisted Naal Samara, who carried out the attack in which Tze’ela Gez was murdered. Mapping conducted as part of an assessment of the possibility of demolishing the homes.

Report:

IDF strike targeted top Hamas terrorist meeting

The Wall Street Journal reports that Israeli airstrike in which Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar was eliminated targeted a high-level Hamas meeting.

Suspected 'Price Tag' attack:

Activists set fire to homes and vehicles in Bruqin

Around 40 right-wing activists enter the village of Bruqin, from where the terrorist who murdered Tze’ela Gaz came, and set fire to homes and vehicles. IDF troops arrive at the scene late.

Report:

Intensive stage of Gaza maneuver to begin Sunday

Thousands of additional troops will enter Gaza, the civilian population will be evacuated from the northern Gaza Strip, and an American company will begin distributing aid at set distribution centers.

Gideon's Chariots

Dozens of terrorists eliminated, 200 terror targets destroyed

After operating in Lebanon, Syria, and Judea and Samaria, the 98th Division has returned to operate in Khan Yunis as part of Operation 'Gideon’s Chariots.'

Judea and Samaria:

IDF arrests 20 terror suspects, seizes rifles and explosives

During the activity, 20 suspects were apprehended, four rifles and 15 explosive devices that were ready to be used were confiscated.

Rare move: IDF publishes terrorists' locations

IDF reveals aerial photo marking Hamas positions near civilian sites in Deir al-Balah, urges residents to distance themselves from terror infrastructure.

Suspect who spat on IDF officer released on bail

A 24-year-old man from Huwara was indicted for spitting on a reserve IDF officer in Ramat Gan earlier this week. Despite the severity of the incident, he was released on bail.

'We did not defend the kibbutz':

IDF probe reveals failures, heroism in Kissufim massacre

In a searing investigation, IDF acknowledges failure to protect Kibbutz Kissufim during Hamas’ October 7 massacre. 'The forces did not operate with coordinated tactics.'

Missile launched from Yemen

Sirens sounded in central Israel and the Shfela

Sirens sounded in several areas in Israel following a projectile that was launched from Yemen and successfully intercepted. Magen David Adom says one person was injured while seeking shelter.

Terrorist who murdered pregnant woman eliminated

IDF forces eliminated the terrorist who carried out the attack near Burqin and murdered Tze'ela Gez, the IDF. Two additional suspects were arrested for questioning by the Shin Bet.

IDF, ISA arrest Al Funduq attack mastermind

Coordinated raids across Judea and Samaria net 25 arrests, including ISIS-linked operatives; weapons and terror funds confiscated.

Unusual Incident:

IDF fires warning shots as diplomatic convoy strays in Jenin

Troops opened fire in air after diplomats deviated from approved route, military reviewing incident.

Back to the front:

IDF may reopen artillery combat roles to yeshiva students

In dramatic shift under review, IDF is weighs return of yeshiva students to combat service in the Artillery Corps — five years after religious concerns led to their removal.

Friend of fallen soldier: ‘He was just a 20-year-old angel’

Sergei Marchenko, a family friend of Staff Sergeant Danilo Mocanu, mourns the 20-year-old soldier killed in a Gaza building collapse, calling him 'an angel boy' and criticizing military tactics and Knesset leadership.

IDF munition accidently falls near Gaza border during airstrike

Technical malfunction causes IDF helicopter to drop munition in an open area near the Gaza border; no injuries reported.

IDF officer: Most draft evaders not from haredi sector

Brig. Gen. Shai Taib tells Knesset committee that most draft evaders are not haredi, citing limited enforcement tools and a rise in evasion following cancellation of legal frameworks.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

Hamas chose this war and will pay the price

Chief of Staff Zamir: Hamas terror will be uprooted completely — if there’s a deal, we’ll know how to adjust

Shameful and elusive:

Democrats party leader refuses to apologize for attacking IDF

Yair Golan, who attacked IDF soldiers and claimed that 'a sane state does not kill babies for fun,' also says government 'sounds like a Hamas spokesperson.'

IDF eliminates commander of Hamas' northern Gaza missile array

According to the IDF, Moataz Deeb planned and directed terrorist attacks toward IDF aircraft and launched UAVs aimed at harming Israeli civilians.

IDF inquiry:

Sergeant Yosef Yehuda Chirak was killed by friendly fire

The preliminary investigation found that while SGT Chirak was working to inspect a tunnel shaft in northern Gaza, a force that was securing the area shot him.

Terror Organization:

'Yair Golan has given evidence for imposing sanctions on Israel'

The Mujahideen terror organization that kidnapped the Bibas family claims that Yair Golan's recent statements prove Israel to be guilty of war crimes.

'Defeatist Propaganda':

Bereaved families demand investigation against Yair Golan

Families of fallen soldiers from the Gevurah Forum have called on the Israel Police to launch a criminal investigation against Yair Golan over comments he made during a media interview in May.

'A Gift Of 22 Years':

Parents of Yosef Chirak eulogize their fallen son

Hana and Peretz, the parents of fallen soldier Yosef Yehuda Chirak eulogized him today after he became the first casualty of Operation Gideon's Chariots.

Report:

Eliminated terrorist abducted and held Arbel Yehud

Ahmad Sarhan, who was reportedly eliminated in an IDF special operation this morning, was said to have overseen the abduction and captivity of Arbel Yehud.

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Terrorist enters weapons depot and is eliminated

The IAF attacked tunnels and weapons depots in Gaza in coordination with ground forces.

Three soldiers punished for refusal to reenter Gaza

The soldiers from the 50th Battalion, who had already spent over a year in Gaza, were sentenced after refusing to participate in another maneuver following a recent extension of their service.

Following Netanyahu approval:

5 humanitarian aid trucks enter Gaza

The IDF has approved the transfer of five UN aid trucks to the Gaza Strip containing baby formula and other humanitarian aid. The transfer was carried out after the Prime Minister's approval and security checks.

Hamas command and control center struck in Nuseirat area

The IDF and ISA struck Hamas terrorists who were operating in a command and control center in the area of Nuseirat in the central Gaza Strip.

Operation Gideon's Chariots:

'Nothing will stop us except the return of the hostages'

IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin announced this evening that the new operation is intended to provide 'all necessary flexibility to bring the hostages back.'

IDF Chief in Gaza:

‘Gideon’s Chariots will continue until Hamas is defeated’

LTG Eyal Zamir tours northern Gaza, affirms commitment to defeating Hamas and securing the hostages, declaring the IDF will not return to the reality of October 7th.

Tragedy Foretold:

IDF commander warned of shooting attack days beforehand

Just two days before a deadly terrorist shooting claimed the life of 37-year-old Tze'ela Gez, an outgoing IDF commander issued a stark warning about escalating threats in the Bruchin area.

IDF confirms:

Operation Gideon’s Chariots has begun

Both active duty and reservists have begun extensive ground operations throughout the northern and southern Gaza Strip as part of 'Gideon’s Chariots.'

Burnout:

Soldiers didn't want to enter Gaza, battalion commander threatens

Eleven infantry soldiers recently asked battalion commander not to enter Gaza because of exhaustion from the fighting, commander threatened with imprisonment.

Full scale ahead:

IDF broadens Gaza offensive, launches 'Gideon's Chariots'

IDF announces launch of Operation "Gideon's Chariots," expanding its Gaza campaign to seize strategic areas, defeat Hamas, and secure hostage release.

Israeli official:

Gaza offensive to begin if no hostage deal reached in coming days

Senior Israeli official warns that if a hostage deal isn’t reached within days, the IDF will launch an offensive in Gaza with no pauses. While mediators proposed a new framework in Doha, Israel remains firm on the original Witkoff plan.