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IDF planning to restart aid to Gazans

IDF preparing to renew food, medicine, and fuel supplies to Gaza, despite lack of progress on deal to release remaining hostages.

After rocket attacks from Gaza

Netanyahu, Katz vow strong response

PM Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz pledge a forceful response after ten rockets fired from Gaza, damaging vehicles in Ashkelon. IDF strikes rocket launchers and vows continued action to eliminate threats from Hamas.

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Helicopter shoots down UAV en route to Israel

Over the weekend, the Air Force struck over 130 targets in the Gaza Strip.

IDF Chief to female observers:

'You are the eyes of the nation, IDF failed but you didn't'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits the recruitment of female observers at the Tel HaShomer recruitment office, calls for equality in the burden of national service. 'Those who give more will receive more! Everyone must shoulder the burden of national security.'

New IDF appointments:

Dozens of officers appointed to new positions

Chief of Staff and Minister of Defense approve appointment of dozens of officers to key positions in intelligence, ground forces, and Home Front Command.

Report:

Israel struck Syrian bases eyed by Turkey for deployment

Recent Israeli airstrikes in Syria targeted air bases scouted by Turkey, intensifying the tensions between the two countries, according to a Reuters report. Ankara had assessed sites for possible military deployment under a defense pact before the strikes.

UAV approaching Israeli territory intercepted by the IAF

UAV approaching Israeli territory from the east intercepted by the IAF in the Arava region. IDF is investigating whether it was fired from Yemen.

Terrorist who kidnapped Bibas family eliminated in Gaza

IDF and Shin Bet announce that terrorist Mohammed Hassan Mohammed Awad, who infiltrated Nir Oz on October 7 and was likely personally involved in the abductions and brutal murders of Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas, was eliminated.

IDF and Shin Bet announce:

Hamas key terror financing facilitator eliminated in Gaza

IDF and Shin Bet announce that terrorist Saeed Ahmad Abed Khudari, a key terror financing facilitator within Hamas, was eliminated on Thursday.

IDF and ISA:

Key Hamas propaganda figure eliminated

IDF and ISA eliminate terrorist Mohammed Saleh Mohammed Al-Bardawil, who played a central role in Hamas’ propaganda apparatus, promoting murderous narrative of Hamas terrorist organization.

Central Command chief:

Precise and decisive action will put an end to terror

Major General Avi Bluth, commanding officer of the IDF's Central Command, holds briefing with Central Command officers to discuss recent events in Judea, Samaria.

IDF confirms:

Four senior Hamas terrorists eliminated in strike in Jabaliya

The IDF struck Hamas terrorists in a command and control center that also served as a central meeting point for the Hamas terrorist organization in the area of Jabalyia.

Attempt to smuggle 150 kilograms of drugs from Jordan foiled

IDF and Israel Police forces located 15 sacks that had been hurled toward the border fence with Jordan, containing approximately 150 kilograms of drugs.

378 murdered, 44 abducted

The scope of failures at the Nova massacre is revealed

The IDF inquiry into the massacre at the Supernova Festival reveals severe failures: The military was unaware of what was occurring in real time. Misinformation left the area abandoned.

IDF Spokesperson:

'We have progressed to another stage of the renewed operation'

Brigadier General Effie Defrin says in briefing, 'Since the resumption of operations in the Gaza Strip, we have struck more than 600 terrorist targets across the Gaza Strip and eliminated more than 250 terrorists.'

Commander defends soldier arrested by Shin Bet

The commander of the unit where 1 of the reservists who were arrested with the security coordinator of Malachei HaShalom, calls the reservist an 'outstanding soldier.'

Footage from Gaza:

IDF continues to surround Rafah's Tel al-Sultan neighborhood

So far, the troops have located and dismantled dozens of weapons and terrorist infrastructure that posed a threat to them and have eliminated dozens of terrorists.

401 terrorists arrested, 13 killed

Ramadan terror attacks in Judea and Samaria drop by 80% in a year

Only three significant terror attacks originated in Judea and Samaria during Ramadan in 2025, compared to 27 in the previous year.

IDF investigating rabbi's visit to Syria

According to the IDF, while an IDF official approved Rabbi Shlomo Aviner and his assistant's visit to soldiers on the front lines in the Syrian Golan, that official was not qualified to do so.

Outrage at disclosure of Nova report: 'Where were you? Asleep?'

IDF findings of response to Nova festival attack presented to the bereaved families; parents outraged by conclusions.

Gaza operation expands:

IDF launches ground operation in Rafah

IDF troops launch a ground operation in Rafah, accompanied by numerous airstrikes that continued for hours. Minister Katz: I call on the residents of Gaza to act now to remove Hamas and return all the hostages.

State Comptroller:

Serious failures in protection on northern border before 10/7

Comptroller Mantanyahu Engl man publishes results of report that was presented to the government before October 7 showing soldiers lacking appropriate weapons and being dissatisfied with overly restrictive regulations for their own defense on the northern border,

IDF:

Eliminated Hezbollah terrorist was assisting Hamas

The IDF, ISA, and Mossad confirmed that Hezbollah and Quds Force terrorist Hassan Ali Mahmoud Bdeir assisted Hamas in planning and advancing a significant and imminent terror attack against Israeli civilians.

Poll:

Significant increase in trust in the IDF and Chief of Staff

A new survey by the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) reveals a significant increase in trust in the IDF and Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.

'Posed an immediate threat'

IAF strikes Hezbollah terrorist in Beirut

IAF strikes Hezbollah terrorist who had recently directed Hamas operatives and assisted them in planning a significant and imminent terror attack against Israeli civilians.

Damage of Arab property:

Commander and two soldiers jailed

The IDF published the findings of its inquiry into an incident where soldiers damaged property belonging to Palestinian Arabs in violation of rules and regulations.

Haredi soldiers:

I enlisted in the IDF

The more haredim who join the army, the quicker the army will evolve into a haredi-friendly army. Opinion.

Rabbi Shlomo Aviner visits Syria

Rabbi Shlomo Aviner and his assistant Rabbi Mordechai Tzion visited soldiers on the front in Syria 'to strengthen their fighting spirits as reservists of the Military Rabbinate.'

IDF operations in Gaza:

Troops eliminate 50 terrorists, destroy kilometer-long tunnel

Troops of the 252nd Division operating in northern and central Gaza dismantled a one-kilometer-long underground tunnel route and a workshop used for producing rockets and launchers.

Lebanon arrests suspects in rocket attacks on Israel

Lebanese authorities announce several arrests in connection with the recent rocket fire targeting Israel. Hezbollah has denied any involvement in the attacks.

IDF investigating Palestinian Arab claims of property damage

The IDF announced that an investigation has been opened following documentation showing soldiers damaging property in the Palestinian village of Jinba in southern Mount Hebron.

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Israeli team works at disaster site in Thailand

IDF and the Israeli Ministry of Defense engineering and civil affairs officers arrived in Bangkok following the powerful earthquake that struck the region.

IDF reveals:

Defense of Erez Crossing severely failed

The IDF inquiry into the battle at the Erez Crossing found that the soldiers failed at preventing the October 7th attack.

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IDF Troops Conduct Defensive Activities on the Syrian Hermon

Over the past week, troops of the 810th Brigade, under the command of the 210th Division, operated in new areas on the peak of the Syrian Hermon with the goal of neutralizing threats and confiscating enemy equipment in the area.

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IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah command centers, terrorist infrastructure sites, launchers, and terrorists in southern Lebanon, following the missile attack on Kiryat Shmona.

After missile attack

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut stronghold

The IDF confirmed that it struck infrastructure for storing UAVs used by Hezbollah's aerial unit in the Dahieh suburb.

5 months later:

IDF recognizes Yitzhar resident Shneur Cohen as war casualty

5 months after he was killed in a grenade explosion in northern Gaza, the IDF has acceded to the family's request to add Sergeant Shneur Zalman Cohen to the list of war casualties.

Terrorist who fired at IDF troops arrested a year after attack

Tulkarm resident who hid in a safe house for more than a year after wounding a soldier in a shooting attack arrested after lengthy investigation.

IDF confirms:

Hamas spokesman eliminated in strike in Gaza

According to the IDF Abd al-Latif Rajab Jumaa Qanou systematically used media platforms for propaganda purposes, psychological terror, and the distribution of false information regarding Hamas' activities in the Gaza Strip and outside of it.

80 wanted suspects arrested in Judea and Samaria this week

In counterterror operations in Judea and Samaria, security forces eliminated two terrorists, apprehended approximately 80 wanted suspects, and confiscated dozens of weapons, including explosive devices, munitions, and additional combat equipment.

Hagari leaves the IDF:

'Keep the IDF above any argument or controversy'

IDF Chief of Staff bid farewell to outgoing IDF Spokesperson, RAdm. Daniel Hagari, and noted the complex period in which he served.

Tel Sultan

Watch: IDF troops locate 25-barrel rocket launcher

The forces located mortars in a Hamas infrastructure site that used to serve as the al-Fadallah School. A rocket launcher with 25 barrels was found in the area as well.

Terror attack thwarted:

Terrorist holding rocks eliminated on Huwara Bypass road

Soldiers from Unit 636 carry out precise gunfire toward a masked terrorist who was holding rocks with the intent to throw them at civilians in Samaria.

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Terrorist arrested less than a day after ramming attempt

IDF, Shin Bet, and police operation leads to quick capture of terrorist who attempted to run over 2 pedestrians last night.

1 week of war:

IDF releases footage of terrorist eliminations, strikes in Syria

1 week into the resumption of combat in Gaza, the IDF has struck 430 terror targets and intercepted 14 missiles and rockets.

IDF suspends all Krav Maga training following soldier's death

After Sergeant Yosef Haim Tzvi Serlin collapsed and died during routine training, the commanding officer of the Ground Forces decided to suspend all Krav Maga courses until Sunday.

Reservists ordered not to report for duty with personal handguns

IDF Home Front Command reservists have been ordered not to carry their personal handguns while on duty after several accidental shootings.

Tragedy in northern Israel:

Sergeant Yosef Haim Tzvi Serlin, 19, dies

Sergeant Yosef Haim Tzvi Serlin, 19 years old from Jerusalem, declared dead after collapsing following training exercise in northern Israel. IDF investigating.

Proposed bill to force Chief of Staff to investigate harassment

If passed, bill would require IDF Chief of Staff to submit annual report detailing actions taken to prevent harassment in the IDF.

IDF Spox mocks Al Jazeera:

'When it’s against Hamas – there are no cameras'

IDF Spokesperson for Arab media, Avichay Adraee, criticizes Qatari channel for ignoring protests that broke out in the Gaza Strip against Hamas’ rule.

After the confrontation

Katz and Zamir meet: 'We are working together'

Following the public exchange of statements, Defense Minister Israel Katz and Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir meet, discuss the escalation of military pressure in Gaza and stress: "We are working together in full cooperation."

Haredi battalion eliminates sniper who tried to kill them twice

Yanki Hareshkovitz, a soldier in the haredi Netzach Yehuda battalion, discovered that the terrorist eliminated by the battalion was the same sniper who tried to shoot him twice.

Minister of Defense:

Hamas will pay increasingly heavy prices

Minister of Defense Israel Katz approved the operational plans to continue operations in Gaza and stated: 'Our main goal is to bring the hostages home.'

IDF soldier found dead on military base

Ronen Portnoi was found lifeless last Saturday on an IDF base. Military police are investigating the circumstances of his death.

Gaza:

Hamas terrorist who also worked for Al Jazeera eliminated

IDF and ISA eliminated terrorist sniper Hossam Basel Abdul Karim Shabat, who was also employed by Al Jazeera.

Using a missile and a drone

Terrorist who planned attack in immediate time frame eliminated

Yamam and IDF forces operating in Qalqiliya eliminated a terrorist who intended to attack Israeli citizens in the immediate time frame.

To Serve or not to Serve

Moshe Rabeinu served in the army; Yehoshua served in the army; King David served in the army. These holy heroes of the nation were great in military prowess and great in Torah.

IDF strikes military capabilities at Syrian military bases

For the second time in recent days, the IDF strikes military capabilities that remained at the Syrian military bases of Tadmur and T4.

Incident in Susya:

Anti-Israel filmmaker arrested on suspicion of throwing rocks

Director Yuval Abraham claims that Hamdan Ballal, co-creator of "No Other Land," was attacked by Jews and then arrested by soldiers. IDF spokesperson clarifies that Ballal was arrested on suspicion of throwing rocks at IDF troops.

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IDF strikes pickup trucks used in massacre

The IDF and ISA struck over 100 pickup trucks used to infiltrate Israeli territory, murder, and abduct Israeli civilians as well as other terrorist purposes.