IDF

Keshet academy bids farewell to fallen soldier

Rabbi Shilo Marom from the Keshet pre-military academy said goodbye to his student Captain Noam Ravid, who was killed in action today in Gaza.

Chief of Staff:

'We will destroy everything, above ground and below'

The Chief of Staff addressed the expected expansion of the operation in Gaza, saying that the IDF has begun calling up tens of thousands of additional soldiers to expand the operation.

In violation of guidelines:

IDF Spokesperson continues to publish statements on Shabbat

Despite military guidelines prohibiting it, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit publishes non-critical press statements on the Jewish day of rest on a weekly basis.

Rafah:

Weapons found in civilian buildings near hospital and school

Troops located weapon stockpiles approximately 80 meters from a building that previously served as a school and approximately 100 meters from a building that previously served as a hospital in Rafah.

IDF dismantles dozens of terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip

Over the past weekend, the IAF struck over 100 terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip, including terrorist cells, tunnels, underground infrastructure sites, and military structures in which terrorists were operating.

Ben Gurion Airport:

Several injured after missile launched from Yemen not intercepted

Air defense systems activated in response to missile attack launched from Yemen. Sirens activated in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, and much of central Israel.

IDF force had negligible impact:

IDF investigation exposes severe failures on Zikim beach

IDF investigation reveals sufficient forces at Zikim, who withdrew instead of fighting back; 17 civilians and one soldier were murdered on the beach.

Captain Noam Ravid, Staff Sgt, Yaly Seror fell in battle in Gaza

2 soldiers from the Yahalom Unit, Combat Engineering Corps, fell during combat in the southern Gaza Strip, the IDF cleared for publication.

Judea and Samaria:

290 suspects arrested, masses of weapons and cash seized

The IDF has released statistics on the last month of fighting in Judea and Samaria.

Five Syrian-Druze citizens evacuated to Israel for treatment

IDF says five Syrian-Druze citizens evacuated to Ziv Hospital in Tzfat (Safed), after sustaining injuries in Syrian territory.

More reservists to be called

Israel plans to expand Gaza operations to pressure Hamas

Prime Minister Netanyahu leads security meeting where IDF officials propose intensifying operations in Gaza. Plans include seizing more territory, targeting Hamas infrastructure, and deploying reservists. The plans will be approved by the Security Cabinet on Sunday.

Senior terrorist eliminated in Shechem

Soldiers of the Duvdevan Unit, guided by Shin Bet intelligence, eliminate Omar Mustafa Abu al-Leil, one of the senior terrorists within the terrorist network in Shechem (Nablus).

Operations to be expanded:

IDF expected to call up more reservists next week

The IDF is preparing for the next stage in its renewed maneuvers in the Gaza Strip and is expected to mobilize reservists to assist.

Missile from Yemen intercepted, fragments found in preschool

Explosions heard in central Israel, despite interception outside Israel's borders; interception fragments found in Mishmar Ha'emek's Gan Zayit preschool. Houthis claim: We fired ballistic missile at Ramat David base.

'A clear message to Syria'

Israel strikes near presidential palace in Damascus

Prime Minister and Defense Minister announce Israel had struck a target close to the presidential palace in Damascus: "We will not permit any threat to the Druze community."

Operational error:

IDF force 'forgets' a soldier in Gaza Strip

Engineering force accidentally leaves a soldier for about an hour in the Morag Corridor and sets out towards Israeli territory. The soldier joined a Golani force in the area.

Watch: IDF eliminates terrorist in southern Lebanon

The IDF struck and eliminated two Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon, one of whom was operating in the border zone and gathering intelligence for the terrorist organization.

2nd Lt. N.'s story

The wounded officer who marched in the Independence Day ceremony

2nd Lt. N., who participated in the Independence Day opening ceremony, tells Arutz Sheva about his friends whom he lost in battle, his injury, and what IDF service means to him as an immigrant.

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Pres. Herzog: With the courage of Israel, Zionism will prevail

President Isaac Herzog held a ceremony for Independence Day honoring 120 outstanding soldiers from all parts of the IDF. Watch.

During operational activity

Reservist severely injured by explosive in Samaria

Reservist severely injured by an explosive during operational activity in the area of the village of Beita. IDF soldiers operating in the area to locate the terrorists.

3 Syrian Druze evacuated to receive medical treatment in Israel

The 3 injured citizens were evacuated to the Ziv Medical Center in Safed after sustaining injuries in Syrian territory.

Judea and Samaria:

24 suspects involved in terror funding arrested

Israeli security forces conducted counterterrorism operations throughout Judea and Samaria, arresting suspects and seizing weapons and ammunition.

Soldier with autism to be presented with award of excellence

‘A’, a 23-year-old soldier on the autism spectrum who serves as a technical and logistical support soldier, will be awarded the President’s Award of Excellence.

IDF and ISA confirm:

Released terrorist who returned to terror eliminated in Gaza City

The IDF eliminated Ali Sarfiti, who served a sentence in Israel between 2002 and 2015 for conducting terrorist activity and then returned to direct terror attacks in Israeli territory.

In their memory, we stand

IDF Chief of Staff honors fallen ahead of Memorial Day

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir honors Israel’s fallen soldiers in a stirring message ahead of Memorial Day, calling on all to remember their sacrifice, support bereaved families, and uphold the mission of defense, unity, and resilience.

IDF preparing for significant mobilization of reservists

Amid the deadlock in the talks on a hostage deal and demands from cabinet ministers, the IDF is preparing to expand ground operations in Gaza and mobilize additional brigades of reservists.

Eve of Memorial Day:

Tribute ceremony held on Mt. Herzl

The ceremony was held with the participation of the leaders Israel's security forces and bereaved families. Following the ceremony, flags, candles, and flowers were distributed to each of the graves.

Dismal Data:

IDF fails in increasing haredi draft numbers

Out of 10,000 draft orders sent to haredim in past six months, less than one thousand reported for service. Haredi Hashmonaim brigade having difficulty filling its ranks.

IDF strikes missile storage facility in Beirut

After the IDF struck a Hezbollah missile storage facility in Beirut's Dahieh suburb, Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz stated: 'The Dahieh will not serve as a haven for the Hezbollah terror organization.'

‘Operation Hug’

Initiative to reunite lone soldiers with parents resumes

Nefesh B’Nefesh, Friends of the IDF (FIDF) and Jewish National Fund–USA, combine efforts once again to bring Lone Soldiers and parents together after long separation.

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Troops find Hamas weapons in UNRWA bags in Gaza

Troops find a weapon cache approximately 80 meters from a building that previously served as a school and about 100 meters from a building that was used as a hospital in Rafah.

IDF blocks teen from taking matriculation exams

Central Command chief Avi Bluth rejected a request from a minor who was expelled from Judea and IDF blocks teen from taking matriculation exams, claiming that he poses a danger to regional security.

18 Months Later:

Hundreds of body parts still await identification

A year and a half after the October 7th massacre, hundreds of body parts and other remains have not yet been identified.

Sixteen years later:

Critically injured IDF soldier re-enlists 16 years after injury

Aharon Karov, critically injured in Operation Cast Lead 16 years ago, re-enlists in the IDF as part of newly-formed Disabled Soldiers Department.

Reservist severely injured in southern Gaza Strip

IDF reservist soldier in the 5250th battalion severely injured during combat in the southern Gaza Strip and evacuated to a hospital to receive medical treatment.

IDF in Gaza:

IDF forces in Daraj Tuffah in northern Gaza

Terrorists launch anti-tank rocket at IDF forces and are eliminated from the air: Documentation of 401st Brigade combat team activities.

October 7th Massacre:

Tank at Nir Yitzhak fought to the last shell

The comprehensive inquiry into the terrorist attack on Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak reveals a series of shortcomings in the IDF's preparedness and initial response, but commends the kibbutz's civilian emergency squad and residents.

Defense officials:

Cuts in Judea and Samaria area defense troops a true danger

Defense officials who spoke with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News expressed concern over the across-the-board cuts in area defense units in Judea and Samaria. IDF: 'There is no lack of troops in the field.'

Terror attack foiled: Armed terrorist arrested in Qalqilya

Officers from Unit 33 of Lahav 433 arrested a terrorist who was on his way to commit a terror attack

Cleared for publication:

Master Sergeant Asaf Cafri fell in battle in northern Gaza

Asaf Cafri, who served as a tank driver in the 79th Battalion, 'Machatz' Brigade (14th), fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip.

Chief of Staff in Gaza:

'If hostages don't return, we will escalate our operations'

Chief of the General Staff conducts situational assessment in Rafah on Holocaust Remembrance Day.

IDF inquiry:

UN employee killed by tank fire due to mistaken identity

The IDF's preliminary inquiry into the death of a UN worker in Deir al-Balah found that he was hit by tank fire after the building he was in was mistakenly identified as hostile.

Holocaust Remembrance Day

Watch: IDF soldiers honor the victims' memory in Gaza

IDF soldiers in the Gaza Strip, Syria, Lebanon, and Judea and Samaria observed a moment of silence to commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day.

IDF operations in Lebanon:

Nine terrorists eliminated, dozens of targets destroyed

Since the beginning of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon, more than 140 terrorists who posed a threat have been eliminated across Lebanon.

After difficult testimony:

Recruitment of female guards for Nukhba terrorists suspended

Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chairman informs IDF the situation in which female soldiers are sent to guard the worst terrorists despite reports of sexual harassment by prisoners cannot continue.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

'Out of the abyss, Holocaust survivors built us a national home'

'Our duty is to provide every citizen of Israel with protection and security, while preserving the memory of the Holocaust as a testimony and heritage for future generations,' says Chief of Staff Zamir.

IDF strikes 40 Hamas engineering vehicles, some used in massacre

The IDF, in cooperation with the ISA, carried out a targeted strike overnight on approximately 40 engineering vehicles used for terror purposes, including during the October 7th massacre.

IDF confirms:

Senior Jamaa Islamiya terrorist eliminated in Lebanon

Hussein Izzat Mohammad Atwi was involved in planning and advancing terrorist activity from Lebanon into Israeli territory.

Chief of Staff at Yad Vashem:

'The IDF is the answer to the Holocaust'

Members of the General Staff Forum held a seminar at Yad Vashem and Jerusalem in preparation for Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Home of terrorist who murdered IDF officer destroyed

Security forces demolished the house belonging to Muhammad Shahab, who murdered IDF intelligence officer Captain Ariel Topaz and wounded others in a ramming attack at the Nir Tzvi Junction.

'Hamas are cowards: They left their weapons behind and fled'

Kan News military correspondent hears from the soldiers on the ground in Rafah. 'We haven't encountered the enemy in a month and a half.'

Morag Corridor

IDF Spox: Hamas is under pressure we'll continue to pursue it

IDF Spokesman BG Effie Defrin explained that the IDF is operating in the southern Gaza Strip to 'increase pressure on Hamas in order to bring the hostages home and to dismantle both the Hamas government and the Hamas military wing.'

Soldier who was hit by a truck dies of her injuries

The soldier Yuval Hakshur, who was severely injured by a truck at the Anatot checkpoint two weeks ago, passed away today from her injuries.

Defense Minister refuses to extend Hesder student service

Military officials approached the Minister of Defense asking to extend the mandatory service of students from Hesder Yeshivas but were rejected.

Deputy head of Hezbollah’s Unit 4400 eliminated

The IDF has killed Hussein Ali Nasr, who served as deputy head of Hezbollah’s Unit 4400 and smuggled weapons and funds to Hezbollah.

Shooting on aid workers

IDF: Allegations of executions are 'baseless blood libels'

The IDF published the findings of the investigation into the attack on rescue vehicles in Rafah: 15 Palestinian Arabs killed, six of whom were Hamas members. Golani Reconnaissance Battalion deputy commander to be dismissed.

Following series of incidents:

IDF Chief of Staff orders a safety curfew

Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir orders a safety curfew to be imposed in all IDF units, following several dangerous and fatal incidents that occurred in various units.

Above and Below Ground:

IDF reservists begin fourth tour of duty in Shejaiya

The 16th brigade has eliminated numerous terrorists, and together with combat engineers, destroyed an underground tunnel.

Bereaved families:

'Ending the war threatens Israel'

More than 1000 bereaved families have signed a letter contradicting the various calls to end the war from various groups of IDF soldiers.

'Missile incoming'

IDF to send early alerts about Houthi missile attacks

The IDF announced that a preliminary guideline will be issued prior to the activation of an official alert to allow civilians to move to safer nearby shelters.