IDF

IDF raids weapons' storehouses in southern Syria

The IDF’s 474th Brigade, under the 210th Division, carried out raids in southern Syria, seizing weapons including RPGs, rifles, and explosives, while arresting suspects for questioning.

Footage from northern Gaza:

401st Brigade returns to Jabaliya

Troops under the 162nd Division return to combat in northern Gaza, dismantling Hamas terror infrastructure, eliminating operatives, and expanding operational control.

Four IDF brigades maneuvering near Gaza City

IDF prepares for conquest of Gaza City, with four brigades operating on its outskirts.

Debris lands near Lod

Missile from Yemen lands in private yard

Sirens sounded in central Israel, including Tel Aviv, after the IDF identifies a missile launched from Yemen. Aerial defense systems attempt interception, missile disintegrates mid-air. Debris falls near Lod. No injuries reported.

Terrorist who carried out shooting attack in Binyamin arrested

The terrorist, a Palestinian Arab in his 30s from the village of Al Mughayyir, was arrested within less than 24 hours of the attack; the pistol used in the shooting was located during searches.

Gaza terrorists launch rocket at aid corridor

The IDF identified a launch from an area adjacent to the Nasser hospital in Khan Yunis, toward the main corridor for the transfer of aid trucks in the southern Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu

'I approved taking control of Gaza City and hostage negotiations'

PM visits Gaza Division, says he approved plans to defeat Hamas militarily and talks to bring all of the hostages home and end the war at the same time.

IDF begins warning calls to medical officials in northern Gaza

The IDF has begun warning calls medical officials and international organizations in the northern Gaza Strip in order to prepare for the evacuation of the population to the southern Gaza Strip.

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IDF raids old Syrian army outposts

As part of the operation, the troops apprehended and questioned several suspects in the area who engaged in the smuggling and trade of weapons from Syria to Lebanon.

Full investigation

Radio recordings from the incident that nearly ended in disaster

MG Yaniv Asor, conducted a field tour yesterday at the location where IDF troops from the Kfir Brigade clashed with terrorists a day earlier in Khan Yunis.

Gideon's Chariots

IDF gains control over 75% of Gaza Strip in renewed operations

Since March 18, the IDF has gained control over 75% of Gaza, eliminated 2,000 terrorists including senior Hamas leaders, struck 10,000 targets, and established two key corridors.

IDF Spokesman:

'We have entered the next phase of the war against Hamas'

IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin announces entry into phase two of Operation Gideon’s Chariots, with intensified battles in Gaza City and expanded humanitarian efforts.

Khan Yunis incident

Watch: Terrorists exit tunnel, one is eliminated

Footage shows militants emerging from a tunnel intending to attack soldiers in Khan Yunis, and elimination of one of them who tried to escape.

Southern Command Chief slams: IDF has been sucked into politics

Major General Yaniv Asor highlights challenges in public trust, manpower issues, and the need for a large, well-equipped army.

Report:

Terrorist who forced hostage to kiss him eliminated

Gazan sources reported that Ghassan Salot, the terrorist who forced captivity survivor Omer Shem Tov to kiss his forehead during his release ceremony, was eliminated in Dir al-Balah

Footage from Khan Yunis:

IDF tank crushes terrorist before he manages to launch RPG at it

Footage filmed the attempted abduction of IDF soldiers in Khan Yunis shows an IDF tank running over a terrorist who aimed an RPG at it.

Israel to add two Boeing refueling aircraft to IDF fleet

New contract to expand IDF's refueling fleet to six KC-46 aircraft, enhancing the IAF's long-range capabilities.

Unusual attack

Soldier seriously injured in surprise attack by 18 terrorists

IDF forces repel attack by Hamas terrorist cell on a military outpost in Khan Yunis. It is believed the cell was attempting to abduct soldiers during hostage negotiations.

Four IDF soldiers wounded by old Syrian munition in Hermon

Four IDF soldiers were lightly wounded when an old Syrian grenade exploded during a weapons search in the Hermon region; the army says the incident is under investigation.

Gideon's Chariots 2

60,000 reservists receive orders ahead of Gaza City op.

IDF mobilizes 130,000 reservists ahead of operation to capture Gaza City.

New details on Operation Gideon's Chariots 2

The IDF is preparing to deploy five divisions in the Gaza Strip and approximately 130,000 reservists, as part of the newly-approved plan to occupy Gaza City.

Hamas aims for partial deal, IDF preparing to take Gaza City

Security officials say there has been no significant in negotiations, prompting the IDF to ramp up preparations to take control of Gaza City.

Nukhba commander who took part in Oct. 7 attack eliminated

Muhammad Naif Abu Shamala took part in the attempted infiltration of the Ma’aras IDF Post during the brutal October 7th massacre.

Conquest of Gaza City:

IDF to mobilize 60,000 reservists

The action plan presented to the Defense Minister includes mobilizing 60,000 new reservists, in addition to the 20,000 already in service.

Terrorist who abducted Yarden Bibas eliminated

Jihad Kamal Salem Najjar, a terrorist in Hamas' military wing who infiltrated Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 and took part in the abduction of Yarden Bibas, eliminated.

Bar-Ilan University in turmoil over war in Gaza

A petition signed by over 150 faculty members at Bar-Ilan University criticized the conduct of IDF soldiers in Gaza, drawing a counter-statement from 150 other faculty.

'Neve Habashan'

Families cross into Syria in bid to establish new community

Families from Samaria attempt to establish a new community, Neve Habashan, in the Syrian Golan Heights. A cornerstone was laid and a memorial established in honor of fallen soldier Yehudah Dror Yahalom.

Chief of Staff: We are at a turning point in the war

At an operational lessons conference in the Gaza Division attended by Netanyahu and Katz, the Chief of Staff presented an updated assessment and emphasized that the IDF is at a turning point ahead of the next phase.

Tzohar: Diaspora Jews must not replace Israeli army service

In response to the IDF’s plan to recruit from abroad, Tzohar stresses that Diaspora support is valuable but cannot replace Israeli citizens' duty to serve.

Regardless of developments

Report: Israeli tanks advancing on Gaza City

Saudi outlet al-Hadath reported Monday that Israeli strikes in Gaza continue, with IDF tanks advancing toward Gaza City’s Sabara neighborhood under heavy aerial cover.

Netanyahu

'Hamas is under enormous pressure'

PM visited the Gaza Division, where he praised the IDF's achievements and emphasized that Hamas is under heavy pressure, while presenting plans for the operation in Gaza City.

Defense Minister

'Fear we'd conquer Gaza brought Hamas back to negotiating table'

Amid reports Hamas has given a positive response to the latest ceasefire proposal, Minister Israel Katz says the threat of an IDF operation in Gaza City allowed diplomacy to resume.

Report

Hamas responds positively to latest ceasefire proposal

Amid preparations in Israel for the potential takeover of Gaza City, sources reported that Hamas has submitted its response to the Egyptian-Qatari proposal, which includes the phased release of hostages, a gradual Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and a 60-day ceasefire backed by US guarantees.

Again

Severe power outages at Negev IDF base

About 200 soldiers serving in combat reconnaissance units report a full day without electricity, cold water, or air conditioning at the reconnaissance base. The IDF provides a version different from the soldiers’ account.

IDF numbers:

IDF to recruit Jewish youngsters from abroad

IDF considers recruiting 700 Jewish youngsters from the Diaspora, mainly from the US and France, in light of the severe shortage of soldiers and lack of haredi recruitment.

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IDF strikes terrorist cell operating near central Gaza hospital

The IDF struck a Hamas terror cell operating near the Al-Maamadani Hospital in Gaza, saying the group stored weapons at the compound while exploiting civilians for cover.

Draft dodgers' last chance

IDF launches 'Starting Over' campaign

For 5 days, draft dodgers and deserters can report to recruitment offices and enlist for full military service—without facing any disciplinary or criminal action.

Four Divisions to Be Mobilized:

IDF prepares to take Gaza City

Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir is set to lead a high-level meeting today (Sunday) at the Southern Command to finalize plans for a major ground operation to take over Gaza City.

IDF strikes power plant deep in Yemen with naval attack

The IDF struck early this morning in Yemen's capital. Local media claimed that the strikes were aimed at the Haziz power plant in southern Sanaa.

Southern Lebanon:

IDF targets Hezbollah’s military infrastructure

IDF strikes Hezbollah's military site in southern Lebanon, targeting infrastructure after Hezbollah violates Israel-Lebanon agreements. Defense Minister Israel Katz reaffirms the IDF’s commitment to preventing threats to Israel, holding Lebanon’s government responsible for upholding the ceasefire.

Father and three children rescued after entering Shechem

Civil Administration forces successfully rescue a father and his three children who accidentally entered the heart of Shechem (Nablus).

IDF sealed a 7 km long tunnel in the northern Gaza Strip

IDF poured more than 20,000 cubic meters of sealing material into the tunnel, blocking the infrastructure that Hamas had built underground. In another operation, an additional 2.4 kilometers were destroyed using explosives.

Tiberias Municipality:

Cpt. Yosef Haim Ashraf found dead

A reserve combat officer was found dead today (Thursday) in the Switzerland Forest near Ramat Poria, in what is suspected to be a case of suicide.

IDF eliminates key Hamas Rafah Brigade terrorist

The IDF, guided by ISA intelligence, eliminated Hamas commander Nasser Musa in Khan Yunis, dealing another blow to the Rafah Brigade’s operational capabilities.

Ex-military intelligence head

'Where was the Shin Bet on October 7?'

Former Military Intelligence Directorate Director General Aharon Haliva says the Shin Bet was absent on the night before the October 7 massacre as IDF intelligence officials dismissed the possibility of an attack.

Zamir to Katz

'Trust and cohesion are key to victory'

The Chief of Staff and the Defense Minister met for the first time since the widely reported tensions over a series of military appointments that the minister had yet to approve. 'Victory on the battlefield does not depend solely on military strength.'

Heat wave:

IDF distributes hundreds of air conditioning kits to soldiers

Amid soaring temperatures, the IDF is reducing training and reinforcing bases with cooling systems, electricians, and rapid-response teams to protect soldiers' health.

Heatwave:

Female soldiers faint, IDF evacuates base

Several female soldiers in observer training fainted overnight; IDF evacuates base.

Report: Around 100,000 emergency call-up orders on the table

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir’s initial framework for major Gaza operation calls for 80,000-100,000 reservists; army says a call-up is certain, with timing and scope still under review.

Missile from Yemen intercepted, no sirens sounded

IDF identifies launch of a missile from Yemen toward Israeli territory. The missile is intercepted successfully, no sirens sounded. Residents of central Israel report explosions due to the interception.

Reconciliation attempt:

Katz, IDF Chief to meet amid growing tensions

Efforts are underway to schedule a meeting between Defense Minister Katz and Chief of Staff Zamir amid tensions over IDF appointments and Gaza strategy disagreements.

IDF soldiers:

Dismissal of dog handler left us without crucial support

An Oketz Canine Unit soldier was dismissed from Gaza after refusing an order to send his dog to inspect a terrorist’s body, fearing harm to the animal, soldiers now forced to enter buildings without a dog.

Zamir:

IDF has reversed the threat on Israel’s northern border

At a Northern Command ceremony, Lt. Gen. Zamir outlined a shift in Israel’s defense posture, highlighting operational gains and a renewed strategy against northern threats.

Chief of Staff in Lebanon

'We won't allow threats to grow'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir conducts a field tour in southern Lebanon, says Israel has a 'new strategic approach' that is more 'proactive.'

IDF eliminates terrorist who abducted troops on October 7th

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Abdullah Saeed Abd al-Baqin, a deputy commander of a Nukhba company who took part in the abduction of Ron Sherman, Nik Beizer, and Tamir Nimrodi.

Graduate of Eli Yeshiva assumes command of Menashe Brigade

Lt. Col. Matan Feldman has assumed command of the Menashe Regional Brigade, replacing Col. Ayub Kayuf, who served in the position for the past two years.

Defense Min. to IDF: Read the investigations and lower your gaze

Defense Minister Israel Katz promises there will no longer be 'army that is not under supervision,' rejecting attempts to undermine established procedures following the October 7 events.

WCK confirms Gaza terrorists posed as its aid workers

World Central Kitchen confirms IDF statement that Gaza terrorists posed as its aid workers and were eliminated in an Israeli airstrike. WCK condemns the impersonation, warning it endangers civilians and humanitarian staff.

Eyal Zamir’s secret advisory forum revealed

At the height of tensions with the Defense Minister, the Chief of Staff is reportedly receiving counsel from civilians and former senior officers. His aide denies briefing journalists.

Report:

Zamir denied entry to meeting amid tensions with Defense Minister

The Chief of Staff sought to approve new military appointments but was turned away. Katz’s office: He was told the Minister was unavailable, yet came anyway.