IDF

In northern Gaza Strip

IDF eliminates terrorist cell in Beit Lahia area

IAF strikes a terrorist cell in the Beit Lahia area, including a terrorist who infiltrated Israel during the October 7th massacre.

Defense Minister:

'One-sided draft notices are a failure'

Defense Minister Israel Katz criticized the intention of the IDF to send 14,000 additional recruitment orders to haredim by May.

IDF suspends soldiers who fired into Gaza during megilla reading

Reservists film themselves firing towards Gaza as Haman's name is mentioned during a reading of the Scroll of Esther, with one wearing a clown hat instead of a helmet and vest.

Samaria:

IDF searches for suspects after alert in Harasha

Sirens warning of suspected infiltration of terrorists sounded in community of Harasha in the Binyamin region. IDF says a number of suspects who were identified near the community fled after fire was opened at them. Searches continue.

Defense Minister:

IDF will remain at security points in Lebanon indefinitely

Minister Israel Katz says the IDF will remain at 5 locations in southern Lebanon as long as this is necessary to prevent Hezbollah from threatening the residents of northern Israel.

10/7 attack on Nir Oz:

6 hours of kidnapping & murder, IDF arrived after terrorists left

Investigation into the October 7 attack in Nir Oz finds serious failures by IDF to understand the scope of the attack and send forces to protect the town.

Incident on Jordan border:

Suspects shot after crossing into Israeli territory

IDF forces open fire on several infiltrators who approached them in a threatening manner on the Jordanian border. Two infiltrators killed, the rest arrested.

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Largest weapons cache in years uncovered near Jerusalem

2 arrested after large cache of weapons, explosives, and money found in raid on house in village of Al-Ram.

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The IAF's strikes on Assad military sites in southern Syria

IDF publishes footage of the Israeli Air Force strikes in southern Syria this week which took out command posts, and storage sites for weapons and military equipment.

'Mission #1 - destroy Hamas'

MG Yaniv Asor assumes command of Southern Command

MG Yaniv Asor took over for MG Yaron Finkelman as commander of the Southern Command during a ceremony in the Gaza Strip.

100 kg of explosives, equipment seized in Judea and Samaria

Weapons seized in Al-Ram, Qabatiya, including 100 kilograms of materials for explosive devices, combat posts, and other equipment used by terrorists. 12 terror suspects arrested.

State Comptroller's office:

Former Chief of Staff blocked 7/10 investigation

Ishai Vaknin, Director General of the State Comptroller's Office, says outgoing IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi 'had a desire to do everything so that we would not investigate the heart of the failure' which led to the October 7 massacre.

Official IDF photo shows 'Moshiach patch' on soldier's helmet

Official photo published by IDF spokesperson shows Gazan child alongside IDF soldier wearing helmet with two unique patches on it.

Purim in the IDF:

5000 mishloach manot packages sent to IDF soldiers

In preparation for Purim the military Rabbinate is distributing about 125,000 Scrolls of Esther, along with more than 5,000 mishloach manot packages to the soldiers.

Hamas sends four-year-old boy to approach IDF troops

IDF forces identify four-year-old Gazan approaching military post in Gaza security zone, return child safely to Gaza.

Hezbollah’s "Bader" unit aerial array chief eliminated

IAF strike in southern Lebanon eliminates Hassan Abbas Ez-Eldin, the Head of Hezbollah’s Aerial Array in the "Bader" Regional Unit.

Dramatic footage:

Terrorist leads soldiers to bomb he planted

3 terrorists were eliminated and 35 wanted persons were arrested overnight in counter-terror operationsthroughout Judea and Samaria.

Operation Wall of Iron in Jenin:

Three terrorists eliminated, senior terrorist arrested

During the exchange of fire, forces eliminated two terrorists. Ten additional terrorists were apprehended by the forces, including Liwaa Jaaz, a senior operative in the terror network in the area of Jenin.

A look into the lives of the IDF's elite combat photographers

American journalist Nate Friedman spoke with IDF combat photographers who run onto the battlefield armed with a camera so they can share the reality of the war with the world.

To eliminate future threats

IAF strikes targets belonging to the Syrian Regime

IAF fighter jets strike radars and detection assets, as well as command positions and military sites belonging to the Syrian Regime in southern Syria.

Chief of Staff to commanders: Prepare for battle and war

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir meets senior IDF commanders, says the war is not over and they should be prepared for combat.

'On high alert year-round'

Chief of Staff cancels IDF leaves

Newly-appointed IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announces dramatic move after investigations show Hamas took advantage of IDF leaves that resulted in fewer available personnel on October 7.

IDF attacks Hamas forces suspected of violating ceasefire

The IDF shot and bombed several Hamas terrorists suspected of violating the ceasefire in northern Gaza.

Smotrich:

'IDF is deluding the Cabinet'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich accused the IDF of not sharing relevant information with politicians.

IDF Confirms:

Draft target of 4800 haredim in one year cannot be met

The Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee held a discussion on the haredi draft law today, evaluating economic incentives for recruiting yeshiva students into the IDF.

In first working meeting:

Zamir and Netanyahu discuss return to war

The new IDF Chief of Staff ordered the Southern Command commanding officer to make changes to the attack plan so that the next ground maneuver would be more effective.

Brigadier General Effie Defrin appointed as IDF Spokesman

Defrin, a combat commander, fought and was wounded in the Second Lebanon War. In his last position, he served as the commander of the IDF International Cooperation Division.

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IDF Chief of Staff tours Syrian buffer zone

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir visited and conducted a situational assessment in the buffer zone in Syria together with commanders.

The only IDF unit not investigated

Almost all IDF units were investigated following the 10/7 massacre, except COGAT, the unit that shaped Israel's policy in Gaza.

New Chief of Staff announces surprise exercise

After unexpectedly conducting an exercise in Gaza during a visit to the Strip, newly-appointed IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has ordered another surprise element to test the readiness of IDF forces to deal with infiltration scenarios into bases and outposts.

Daniel Hagari's farewell:

'We'll continue to remain professional'

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari bids farewell to his subordinates after agreeing with Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir that he will step down.

Chief of Staff calls surprise exercise in Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir arrives in Gaza, calls surprise exercise. 'We must be ready for any scenario, it's not a question of 'if,' but of 'when' such an attack will happen.'

Despite sensitivity:

IDF to secure Jewish entry to gravesite on Lebanese border

IDF's Northern Command preparing for significant operation to secure entry of Jewish visitors to gravesite of Rav Ashi on Israel-Lebanon border.

Chief of Staff to troops:

'Always be ready and alert, you are our stop line'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir met with the soldiers of the Netzah Yehuda Battalion and conducted training exercises with them in the field.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We must defeat Hamas, we are preparing to return to battle'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir met with local leaders in the Gaza envelope and pledged: 'The hostages are our top priority.'

Tulkarm:

IDF dismantles drone and explosives production laboratories

Soldiers of the Kfir Brigade located a weapons storage facility containing approximately 100 pipe bombs, eight explosive devices, and a system for detonating explosives.

Defense Minister threatens:

'Hamas will witness IDF's strength as never before'

'We'll leave no stone unturned until we bring back all our fallen,' Defense Minister Israel Katz promises at IDF memorial ceremony.

New appointments in senior IDF positions

In a special appointment discussion, new appointments were made to senior command positions in the IDF, including commanders of brigades, military attachés and senior officers in the various directorates.

Minister Katz:

US President's support is a strategic asset that we must maintain

Minister of Defense Israel Katz addressed the General Staff Forum on Wednesday in its first meeting after Eyal Zamir assumed the position of Chief of Staff.

Ramadan concessions:

Removal of checkpoints set up after terror attacks

Despite the recent escalation in the region, the IDF enacted a series of concessions in Judea and Samaria, including the removal of checkpoints and the prohibition of patrols in villages.

Watch: Hamas leader in Jenin eliminated

Footage taken from helmet cam of a Border Police officer shows successful elimination of Hamas leader in Jenin Isser Saadi.

Chief of Staff Zamir:

'Hamas not yet defeated, mission is not yet complete

Incoming IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir awarded rank of Lieutenant General as outgoing Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi steps down. Watch.

Military analyst:

IDF's Oct. 7 inquiry shows criminal investigation is needed

Military analyst Yossi Yehoshua slams defense echelon's inquiries into failures which led to the October 7 massacre, calls for criminal investigation.

Strengthens online presence

IDF launches platforms in Turkish

Amid regional developments, the IDF Spokesperson launches official accounts in the Turkish language, thereby expanding the IDF’s digital presence to seven different languages.

Kibbutz Nahal Oz:

Local forces, civilians held back 1st wave, IDF failed

IDF investigation into the attack on Kibbutz Nahal Oz on 10/7 reveals the terrorists infiltrated the kibbutz in waves, the command system collapsed, and the IDF was not prepared for a large-scale attack.

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Netiv HaAsara attack: 3 terrorists murdered 17 residents on 10/7

The IDF investigation into the October 7th attack at Nativ HaAsara reveals that on that morning, 3 terrorists managed to massacre 17 civilians and kidnap more over a period of two hours.

Terrorist fires at soldiers at entrance to Homesh

Terrorist eliminated after opening fire on IDF troops at checkpoint near Burqa. No casualties reported.

Counterterrorism in Samaria:

Hamas chief in Jenin eliminated

Undercover Border Police officers, together with IDF soldiers from the Menashe Brigade and ISA intelligence, eliminated the head of the area's Hamas branch Isser Sa'adi, at the end of an exchange of fire.

Israel strikes senior Hezbollah officer

An Israeli source reported the killing of a senior Hezbollah officer with a drone strike on a vehicle in near Tyre.

Head of Operations Directorate retires from IDF

In a meeting held between the head of the Operations Directorate, Maj. Gen. Oded Basyuk, and the incoming Chief of Staff, Eyal Zamir, Basyuk requested to retire from the IDF after about four years in office.

IDF orders removal of mobile synagogue at Latrun

Civil Authority and IDF's Central Command order removal of mobile synagogue from Latrun Junction - with no warning.

Nahal Oz investigation:

Hamas knew how vulnerable IDF outpost near border was

Warrant Officer Ibrahim Kharuba, who fell while protecting female observers, told them, “It was my greatest honor to die for you and the State of Israel.”

Kfar Aza probe:

IDF failed to protect, local team kibbutz, residents fought alone

The investigation into the events at Kibbutz Kfar Aza on October 7 reveals serious deficiencies in defense and control during the battle, alongside the extraordinary heroism of the security volunteers and residents who fought the terrorists.

New haredi brigade concludes first training cycle

The Hashmonaim Brigade is intended as a destination for 'God-fearing haredim' and includes a number of special regulations intended to preserve a haredi lifestyle while in uniform.

February in Judea and Samaria:

Forces eliminate over two dozen terrorists, arrest hundreds

Over the past month, security forces in Judea and Samaria eliminated approximately 25 terrorists, apprehended 350 wanted individuals, seized 120 weapons, and destroyed hundreds of explosives.

Senior IDF Officer:

'We see no reason to prepare for Egyptian attack'

Brigadier General Itamar Ben-Haim told residents of southern Israel that the IDF does not anticipate an Egyptian attack at this stage.

Bereaved father:

Anyone who is found responsible must go to jail

Itzik Bonzel, father of Amit, who fell in Gaza, demands setting up a special prison unit for those responsible for the 10/7 massacre, including government ministers and IDF senior commanders.

Unseen force:

Israel preparing to conquer Gaza and eradicate Hamas

Incoming IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reportedly preparing more aggressive plan to deploy 50,000 troops to Gaza to defeat Hamas once and for all.

IDF:

Hezbollah financier who purchased weapons eliminated

Mahdi Ali Shaheen, a Hezbollah terrorist who had been coordinating terrorist transactions for the purchase of weapons on the Syria-Lebanon border in violation of the ceasefire. eliminated.

Chief of Staff on inquiries:

'Responsibility is mine, I was the commander on 10/7'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi addresses IDF commanders during a meeting in which inquiries into the events of October 7th were presented. 'I make sure, every single day, multiple times a day, to look failure in the eye.'