IDF

IDF eliminates commander of Islamic Jihad's Navy

IDF, ISA, eliminate the commander of the Islamic Jihad’s Naval Forces in Gaza City and an additional terrorist who participated in the October 7th massacre.

Islamic Jihad claims to have shot down an IDF drone

The IDF confirmed that a drone fell near Nur Shams but added that it fell due to a technical malfunction.

Rafah:

IDF destroys tunnel used in June infiltration attempt

The Combat Engineering Unit of the 143rd Division, the Yahalom Unit, and the Desert Reconnaissance Battalion of the Southern Gaza Brigade dismantled an offensive underground tunnel route that was approximately 700 meters long, in the Rafah area.

Infuriating footage:

Terrorists return to Gaza after being released from detention

19 terrorists were released back into the Gaza Strip, footage obtained by Arutz Sheva shows the moment they crossed the border.

'Don't say how many'

IDF representative's notes reveal talking points on haredi draft

During a Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee meeting IDF representatives refused to reveal how many pre-draft evaluation orders would be sent to haredim on Sunday.

Again:

19 terrorists released back into Gaza

Soldiers who were charged with securing the terrorists' return are enraged: 'They still have our hostages, yet we return their terrorists for nothing in return?'

Father of IDF lookout:

'We have indications that the lookouts are still alive'

Eli Albag, father of IDF lookout Liri Albag, who is held hostage by Hamas in Gaza, says he 'collapsed' after publication of photo, has indication that the Nahal Oz lookouts are still alive.

CENTCOM commander meets IDF Chief of Staff

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi meets CENTCOM commander General Michael Erik Kurilla, discussing strategic security issues, regional cooperation, and expanding operational tools.

Following criticism:

IDF delays publication of Kibbutz Nir Oz investigation

Publication of the investigation into the failures that led to the October 7 massacre in Kibbutz Nir Oz delayed following criticism of investigation into Kibbutz Be'eri massacre. IDF: 'Investigation for Kibbutz Nir Oz not yet complete.'

Report:

Chief of Staff demanded apology from Netanyahu

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi reportedly demanded an apology after PM said the 'military pressure wasn't strong enough for months.' Netanyahu did not apologize.

First Days in Hell:

Photos of female observers from their initial days in captivity

The families of the observers are now allowing the publication of photos showing their loved ones during their first days in captivity. The images reveal them bruised and wounded from the horrific abduction that the entire world witnessed.

9 months into war:

Half of Hamas military leadership eliminated

IDF says 14,000 members of Hamas military forces have been killed since the beginning of the war.

Thousands of haredim to begin receiving draft notices next week

3,000 haredim expected to receive their first draft orders starting on Sunday after Supreme Court rules against mass exemptions for haredi yeshiva students.

IDF strikes terrorists who operated in UNRWA school in Nuseirat

The IAF struck a company commander in the Islamic Jihad's Naval Unit in western Khan Younis.

Data reveals: Enlisting 1,000 haredim into combat could save 1.3b

Path to Draft Law which will provide historic and real solution begins only in Knesset committee, MK Yuli Edelstein says.

Due to mistaken identification:

Three Israelis injured by IDF gunfire near Beit El

Three Israelis injured by IDF forces after mistakenly being identified as suspicious. The incident is under investigation.

IDF Confirms:

Many tanks were damaged, existing supply is insufficient

The IDF confirmed in its response to the Supreme Court that it was forced to postpone the pilot project for integrating women into the maneuvering forces due to a lack of functional tanks.

IDF refutes soldiers' criticism

'Be'eri inquiry was very professional'

IDF Spokesman R. Adm. Daniel Hagari refuted criticism by soldiers who claimed that the IDF's inquiry into the battle in Kibbutz Be'eri was lacking important information.

Central Gaza Strip:

IDF strikes terrorists in UNRWA school

The IDF emphasized that Prior to the strike, numerous steps were taken in order to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including the use of precise munitions and additional intelligence.

IDF and ISA confirm:

Commander of Hamas' Khan Yunis Brigade eliminated

Rafa’a Salameh, in the area of Khan Yunis one of the closest associates of Mohammed Deif, the Commander of Hamas’ Military Wing, and was one of the masterminds of the October 7th Massacre.

Gov. decision:

IDF compulsory service extended to 36 months

The Law of Regular IDF Service was unanimously approved by the cabinet meeting. Soldiers enlisting in the next 5 years will serve 36 months.

Watch:

IDF reservists practice warfare in the north

In the last week, reserve soldiers of the 5th Brigade and the 769th Brigade carried out exercises to strengthen their readiness for various combat scenarios in defense of the northern communities.

Justice:

Murderer of Gideon Lichtman eliminated in Gaza

The terrorist who murdered Gideon Lichtman in a shooting attack in 2003 and participated in the murder of 3 Duchifat soldiers in the village of Ein Yabrud the same year was eliminated in the Gaza Strip.

Israel strikes targets in Syria

IDF struck a Syrian military command center and infrastructure sites in response to two UAVs which approached the area north of Eilat from Syrian territory and were successfully intercepted

Hamas fears infiltrator reached top ranks

The Saudi Al-Hadath network reports that behind the dramatic assassination of Mohammed Deif was a security breach that Hamas is currently racing to find.

In strike in Gaza

IDF eliminates senior member of Hamas' Internal Security Force

Based on IDF intelligence, IAF strikes and eliminates terrorist Hossam Mansour, who took a substantial part in preserving and perpetuating Hamas' terror activities throughout the Gaza Strip.

Rockets fired on the north, IDF strikes in Lebanon

Four homes in Metula damaged as a result of rocket fire from the north. Earlier, the IDF struck a Hezbollah terrorist and terror infrastructure in Lebanon.

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IDF commandos raid UNRWA compound

The IDF published documentation of the Commando Brigade's raid on the UNRWA headquarters in the Sabra neighborhood in Gaza City - there terrorists who fled Shuja'iyya barricaded themselves.

Mandatory IDF service to be extended to three years

The Cabinet has approved the change, and on Sunday the government will vote on Defense Minister Yoav Gallant's and the military's demand that conscripted soldiers serve for 3 years.

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Kosher Guru speaks about the importance of Judea & Samaria

AFJS board member Gabriel Boxer “Kosher Guru” speaks with Josh Hasten about how he utilizes social media to share the truth to the world about the Land of Israel; especially Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu:

'Only clarity & determination will get the hostages back'

PM attends Officers Course Graduation Ceremony, reiterates Israel remains determined to achieve all goals of the war and return all remaining hostages.

IDF probe into Oct. 7 finds:

IDF failed in its mission to protect residents of Kibbutz Be'eri

Investigation into massacre at Kibbutz Be'eri, where 101 people were murdered and 30 taken hostages, finds failures by the military

Be'eri Investigation:

'No personal responsibility taken'

A resident of Kibbutz Be'eri who was present during the presentation of the findings, which will be published to the public this evening, described the reaction of those present in a conversation held at the David Hotel at the Dead Sea.

Be'eri Investigation:

'We must have met a different IDF'

Harsh criticism followed the IDF's presentation of the investigations of the battle in Kibbutz Be'eri.

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Injured soldier Ari Shpitz recites blessing at friend's wedding

Ari Shpitz, who suffered critical injuries while fighting in Gaza, participates in the wedding of his friend who was seriously injured in the same incident and recites one of the blessings.

Chief of Staff:

'IDF is not stagnating or standing still in pressuring Hamas'

IDF Chief of Staff meets soldiers from the 99th Division in central Gaza, says military is applying pressure on Hamas in multiple ways, 'the common denominator is determination.

IDF observers' parents demand footage of daughters' last day

Families of IDF observers who were murdered on October 7 write to Chief of Staff saying they will petition the Supreme Court if he does not allow them to see and hear the last videos and recording of their daughters alive.

IDF calls on Gaza City residents to evacuate to the south

IDF tells residents of Gaza City to evacuate towards Deir al-Balah, because ‘the City will remain a dangerous combat zone.'

Released hostage completes IDF course with honors

Noga Weiss, who was released from Hamas captivity in November 2023 completes an IDF course with honors, and says: 'I feel that I have won.'

Reports of civilian deaths

IDF strikes Hamas terrorist who took part in October 7 massacre

IAF strikes Hamas terrorist who took part, among other terrorist activities, in the October 7 massacre in southern Israel. IDF probing reports of harm to civilians in Khan Yunis.

After death of couple in barrage

IDF strikes infrastructure from which projectiles were launched

IAF strikes Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure from which projectiles were launched toward the Golan Heights, killing a man and a woman.

15 hour operation

Forces destroy command centers and explosives in Nur Shams

Dozens of explosives which were buried under roads by terrorists with the aim to harm Israeli forces were destroyed and several terrorists were arrested.

From the east

IDF intercepts suspicious target which approached southern Israel

IDF Spokesperson’s Unit says the target did not cross into Israeli territory and no sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.

IDF strikes Gaza terrorists who were using a school as cover

IAF strikes several terrorists who were conducting terrorist activities using the structures of a school in the Nuseirat area: Hamas and Islamic Jihad systematically violate international law.

Sde Teiman:

Reservist to be charged with abusing Gazan detainees

Military police investigators found videos that the soldier filmed himself on his mobile device, in which he is seen hitting detainees while they are sitting handcuffed on a bus.

Outgoing Central Command head:

'Settler leaders failed to condemn anti-Arab violence'

Maj. Gen. Yehuda Fox states at ceremony turning over position to Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth that settler leaders invite criticism of all settlers when they fail to act against extremists.

IDF:

October 7th investigations nearing completion

On Thursday, the IDF is expected to present the investigation to the residents of Be'eri and to bereaved families who lost their loved ones in the battle for Be'eri. The public will be able to access the investigation on the IDF website.

IDF medic seriously wounded in northern Gaza

Medic from 'Ghost Unit' seriously wounded in battle in Gaza,

IDF Spokesperson:

'Hamas will still exist in 5 years'

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari says in interview with ABC that Hamas will continue to function as a terrorist organization in Gaza in the years to come.

Poll: This is the step that could increase haredi enlistment

New survey reveals that appropriate frameworks could significantly increase the percentage of haredim enlisting in the IDF.

Did not cross into Israel

IDF intercepts UAVs in the south and in the north

IDF Aerial Defense Array intercepts suspicious aerial target in Lebanese territory. Earlier, a suspicious aerial target was intercepted in the Red Sea. In both cases, the targets did not cross into Israel.

Cleared for publication:

IDF officer seriously injured in Gaza

IDF officer from the 82nd Battalion seriously injured in battle in the northern Gaza Strip. Officer taken for medical treatment, his family has been notified.

Be'eri families to be shown conclusions of October 7 probe

The investigation also probed the shelling of the home of Pesi Cohen. Its details will be provided to the families near the end of the week.

'Tear them apart'

Wounded officer encourages troops

52nd Battalion Commander Lt. Col. Daniel Ela, who was moderately wounded in battle, sent some words of encouragement to his men before being taken to the hospital.

Maj. Jalaa Ibrahem fell in combat in southern Gaza

Major Ibrahem, 25 from Sajur, was a Company Commander in the 601st Engineering Battalion, 401st Brigade.

Western Galilee

US citizen severely wounded in Hezbollah antitank missile strike

A US citizen in his 30s was severely wounded and two others, including an IDF soldier, were lightly wounded in a Hezbollah antitank missile strike on a building in the western Galilee

'Charge!, terrorist down'

Bodycam footage from deep in Gaza

Using a drone, IDF troops identified several terrorists and eliminated them using tank fire and from close range.

IDF strikes terrorist hiding place near school

Prior to the strike, numerous steps were taken in order to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including the use of precise aerial surveillance and additional intelligence.

IDF strikes Khan Yunis municipality building used by Hamas

The municipality building contained an operational tunnel shaft connected to underground terror infrastructure and was used as a gathering point for Hamas terrorist operatives.

IDF Confirms:

Shortage of lifesaving equipment in combat units

Despite previous denials, the IDF has confirmed that some units have found themselves short of critical equipment as the war in Gaza carries on.