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Four soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

The soldiers are SGT Itay Livny, 19, from Ramat Hasharon, SGT Yosef Dassa, 19, from Kiryat Biyalik, SGT Ermiyas Mekuriyaw, 19, from Be'er Sheva, and SGT Daniel Levy, 19, from Kiryat Motzkin.

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Nahal soldiers operate in Zeitoun, Givati in eastern Rafah

As part of the operation, the soldiers carried out a targeted raid on a school where weapons, AK-47s, and ammunition were located inside the classrooms.

IDF strikes two terrorsts outside military structure in Lebanon

Two armed Hezbollah terrorists were identified adjacent to a military structure in the area of Yaroun, in southern Lebanon. Shortly afterward, IAF fighter jets struck the terrorists.

Fierce battles

IDF takes control of Rafah's main road

Israeli tanks took control of the main road separating the eastern and western halves of Rafah.

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Reserve soldiers train for ground combat in north

Infantry, armored and engineering forces alongside logistics and communication support personnel, practiced operational cooperation in rugged and complex terrains using camouflage and combat techniques.

Rafah:

Terror cells eliminated in close-quarters combat

IDF soldiers face Hamas terrorists in battle at Rafah crossing as IAF strikes rocket and mortar launching sites in Rafah.

IDF cancels Lag Ba'Omer events in Meron

IDF stresses that the security situation does not allow the annual Hillula of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai to be held, and as such it was decided to cancel it this year.

IDF Spokesman:

'IDF has everything it needs for Rafah mission'

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari downplays significance of US President Biden's threat to withhold weapons shipments to Israel over Rafah operation.

Inaugural driver’s license conversion day for lone soldiers

The event was attended by 1000 Lone Soldiers as well as National Service Volunteers, expediting the conversion of their foreign driver’s licenses in one day.

Two UAVs intercepted by IDF in Lebanese territory

Several missiles hit Shlomi causing a fire. Furthermore, a short while ago, IAF fighter jets struck Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure and a military structure in the area of Ayta ash Shab.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'Our obligation to all is one: to be a shield for our people'

The IDF Spokesperson on Thursday published the statement by Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi commemorating Memorial Day.

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Staff sergeant Haim Sabach fell in northern Israel

Staff sergeant Haim Sabach fell during operational activity in northern Israel. His family has been notified. 615 soldiers have been killed since the start of the war.

IDF soldier wounded by rocket fire in southern Israel

Following the sirens that sounded earlier in the day in the area of Shlomit, eight launches were identified crossing from the area of Rafah into the area of Kerem Shalom.

Ex-Chief of Staff admits:

'We did not see Hamas as an existential threat'

Aviv Kochavi admits IDF knew of Hamas's tunnels and number of rockets prior to October 7, but was more focused on confronting Iran and Hezbollah.

IDF and ISA eliminate Hamas Naval commander

During the war, Ahmed Ali was responsible for attacks on Israeli territory and against IDF ground troops operating in the Gaza Strip.

30 terrorists eliminated

Watch: The moment the IDF entered Rafah

During the operation, the soldiers eliminated about 30 terrorists and destroyed large amounts of terrorist infrastructure in the region.

Arabs who came to work at Kerem Shalom accidentally shot by IDF

The IDF says it is looking into the incident where IDF soldiers accidentally fired at Palestinian Arab workers who were traveling to work at the Gazan side of the Kerem Shalom Crossing.

Terrorist who attached IED to PA flag arrested

A soldier who attempted to remove a PA flag in Binyamin was wounded when a bomb attached to the flag exploded.

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Over 20 Hezbollah targets struck in minutes

During the strikes, secondary explosions were identified, indicating the presence of weapon storage facilities in the area.

IDF spokesman:

We won't mislead the public: There'll be terror even after Rafah

Daniel Hagari, IDF spokesman, stresses: 'Gaza is one of the most difficult battlefields in the world,' acknowledges that 'even after Rafah, there will be terror.'

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IDF destroys launcher used to fire at Israel

IAF aircraft strike rocket launcher that was used to fire projectiles toward Israel, less than an hour after they were fired.

Gallant:

'Op. will continue until Hamas destroyed or hostages returned'

Defense Minister visits artillery battery providing support to soldiers in Rafah, says Hamas 'responds only to force.'

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IDF destroys terror tunnel dug 150 meters from Israeli border

The tunnel that was uncovered was part of a branching network of Hamas tunnels, and was dug at a distance of about 150 meters from the border fence, but did not cross into Israeli territory.

Tulkarem: IDF eliminates terrorist and destroys explosives

During the operation, forces destroyed three explosives laboratories and engineering forces uncovered several explosives buried under the routes.

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IDF airstrikes in Rafah

IDF operates in Rafah, the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza.

Sources:

'Israel moving to capture Palestinian side of Rafah crossing'

Axios reports that Israeli forces are planning to capture the Palestinian Arab side of the Rafah crossing and monitor all aid entering Gaza.

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The prayer before entering Rafah

This is how one IDF soldier prayed before the ground operation in Rafah.

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Israeli forces operate in Tulkarm

Approximately 4,000 wanted terrorists have been arrested across the Central Command since the beginning of the war. Nearly 1,700 of them are affiliated with the Hamas organization.

Released hostage enlists in the IDF

Noga Weiss, who was released from Hamas captivity in the previous hostage deal, enlisted in the IDF on Monday morning and joined the IDF's military social workers' course.

IDF strikes Hamas command and control center in UNRWA complex

Hamas oversaw the supply of weapons to dozens of Hamas terrorists from inside the command and control center, including those located and operating inside underground terror tunnels.

IDF eliminates terrorists who participated in Oct. 7th massacre

IAF aircraft struck and eliminated the terrorist Saleh Jamil Muhammad Amad, who was responsible for combat support within Hamas’ Bureij Battalion.

'Human error'

IDF spokesperson calls terrorists 'martyrs'

The IDF deleted a statement about a counterterror operation after it contained a mistake in terminology.

Religious general to be discharged after career freeze

The Defense Minister and the Chief of Staff have decided that Brig. Gen. Ofer Winter, who has not held an official position for already a year and a half, will be discharged from the military.

Chief of Staff on Yom Hashoah:

'These days, we are in a war where, at its onset, we failed'

IDF Chief of Staff in statement in honor of Holocaust Memorial Day: "While we fight our just war, let this memory be the source of our strength, and a reminder of the importance of maintaining a protective force for our people."

IDF Chief of Staff to cadets:

'We have achievements against Hamas, but we are not finished'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi speaks with cadets as part of the “Joint Services Shabbat” held at the IDF's Officers’ Training School: This is a long war, and we are very determined to continue.

Operation imminent?

Israel briefs US on plan to move Gazans from Rafah

Sources tell Politico the IDF has informed aid groups and the Biden administration of a plan to begin removing Gazans from Rafah ahead of an invasion.

Bereaved parents protest new head of Intelligence Directorate

Bereaved parents who lost their sons in the Hamas attack on October 7 intend to petition the Supreme Court against the appointment of Brigadier General Shlomi Binder as head of the IDF Intelligence Directorate.

Gen. Shlomi Binder appointed head of Military Intelligence

Operations Division head Brigadier General Shlomi Binder named as replacement for Major General Aharon Haliva, who announced his resignation from the Military Intelligence Directorate following October 7.

Avi Bluth to be appointed chief of IDF's Central Command

Brigadier General Avi Bluth is an alumnus of the Eli pre-military academy, former Military Secretary for the Prime Minister and commander of the IDF's Judea and Samaria Division.

ISA arrests terror cell that planned bombings in Samaria

The three Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists from the village of Ya'bad worked to carry out substantial terror attacks using remote-controlled explosives against IDF soldiers in the area.

IDF removes more missile remains from Iranian attack

The missile was intercepted in the area of Nahal Ye'elim, adjacent to the city of Arad. The debris was cleared of hazardous materials and was evacuated via a crane by IDF troops.

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IDF strikes building after terrorist entered it

IAF fighter jets struck a large amount of terrorist infrastructure, including operational tunnel shafts and military structures, to assist IDF ground troops. Additionally, an IAF aircraft struck armed terrorists that threatened the troops.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'Offensive operation in Gaza will continue with strength'

LTG Herzi Halevi conducted a tour and held a situational assessment at the Lebanese border and spoke with reserve commanders of the "Etzioni" Brigade (6).

For first time since war began:

Aid enters Gaza through Erez Crossing

According to the IDF, entry of humanitarian aid through the Erez Crossing was made possible after engineering work was carried out in the area by the Engineering Units and additional IDF forces.

IDF soldiers detonate explosives thrown by terrorists

IDF soldiers detonated an explosive device after it was thrown by terrorists at an Israeli vehicle near the village of Azzoun in the Efraim Brigade region, no one was injured and no damage was caused. IDF forces continue to search for the terrorists.

Patriot system ends its service in the Israel Air Force

The Patriot weapon system, which has intercepted 19 targets, 9 of them in the current war, from 2014 to today, is now being replaced by a more advanced technological system.

Investigation:

2 soldiers were killed by friendly fire from tank

IDF investigation reveals Kalkidan Meharim and Ido Aviv were killed when a tank accidentally fired at a building in which soldiers were stationed during a firefight with Hamas terrorists.

IDF divisions prepare for combat in Gaza

The 162nd Division and the 98th Division are operating to strengthen their readiness for continued combat in the Gaza Strip. The divisions have been enhancing readiness and holding situational assessments, and conducted learning sessions to draw lessons from the combat so far.

Report: Chief of Staff to replace resigning leaders this week

Following the resignation of two high-ranking officers, the IDF will be advancing replacements to continue the war effort.

Amit Segal:

Intelligence chief candidate among those responsible for failure

Analyst Amit Segal notes that Shlomi Binder, candidate for IDF intelligence chief, once claimed 'nationalist crime' is the 'number one problem' in Judea and Samaria.

Organs of fallen soldier donated

Reserve officer Ido Aviv was a surfing instructor at the SurfCycle club in Kiryat Yam, a beloved and a well-known personality in the Krayot in the field of open-water surfing.

Fallen hero:

Kalkidan's mother learned in Ethiopia that her son was killed

Family of Kalkidan Meharim, an IDF soldier who fell in battle in Gaza today, remember him as a 'dreamer' and 'the best of us.'

US accuses 5 IDF units of human rights violations

State Department spokesman Vedant Patel says alleged violations occurred long before the current war, 4 of the 5 units dealt with the matter to America's satisfaction.

Sergeants Ido Aviv, Kalkidan Meharim fall in battle in Gaza

2 soldiers fell in battle in central Gaza today.

IDF Spokesperson to int'l media:

'More aid is going into Gaza than ever before'

IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari announces the amount of humanitarian aid going into Gaza will continue to scale-up even more in the coming days.

After monitoring terrorist:

IDF destroys Hezbollah military compound in Lebanon

IDF soldiers identify and monitor a Hezbollah terrorist operating in the area of Ayta ash Shab, later destroy the structure in which the terrorist was operating.

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Israeli civilian sends dog to attack IDF soldier

IDF soldiers and police officers came to remove a group of Israelis who entered private Palestinian Arab property. A soldier was attacked by a dog belonging to one of the Israelis and needed medical attention.

Reservist combat teams return to Gaza

The 'Yiftah' and 'Carmeli' reservist combat teams in cooperation with additional forces, are conducting targeted raids to eliminate terrorists and to locate and destroy terrorist infrastructure in the area.

Hundreds of terror targets were attacked during Passover

The IDF attacked 270 terror targets across the Gaza Strip over the holiday, including more than 20 rocket batteries aimed at Israel.

IDF soldier wounded in Hezbollah rocket barrage

Soldier lightly wounded in barrage of 26 rockets from Lebanon on northern Israel.