IDF

Special interview:

Intensive brigade exercise prepares future NCOs for battle

Bislach NCO cadets complete an exceptional brigade exercise, as Lt. Col. A. reflects on the commanders’ shift from Gaza battles to training the next generation."

Chief of Staff warned: Mandatory service must be extended

IDF Chief of Staff Zamir sent a sharply worded letter to the Prime Minister and the Defense Minister, warning that delays in the Draft Law and the lack of an extension to mandatory service create an immediate risk.

Helicopter malfunction prevents smuggling drone interception

An attack helicopter on a test flight arrived to intercept a drone smuggling arms from Egypt, but the interception failed due to a weapons malfunction.

Torah scroll in memory of fallen soldier adorned with his helmet

Family and friends in Raanana dedicated a Torah scroll topped with a silver crown containing Dan Wajdenbaum’s combat helmet, honoring the fallen soldier two years on.

Despite drop in terror:

IDF reports rise in rock and firebomb attacks

While terror attacks decreased by 78% in 2025, the last three months of the year saw a sharp uptick in rock and Molotov cocktail attacks.

Right-wing MK infuriates IDF

The IDF says MK Tzvi Succot entered Area A near Jericho without prior coordination, while Succot claims he was escorted by troops and left immediately when instructed.

The new terror threat in Jerusalem

Palestinian Authority Arabs discover way to evade detection, infiltrate any neighborhood in Jerusalem.

Secular reservist: Without hesder yeshivas, there's no army

Alon Malik, a non-religious infantry reservist, defends IDF's hesder track, says attempts to harm it will deal deadly blow to IDF.

This is the doctor who is preparing the IDF for its next battle

After commanding the medical units of the IDF’s combat divisions in both the northern and southern arenas, Lt. Col. Dr. A. tells Arutz Sheva how lessons learned on the battlefield are implemented in real time - and how they are saving lives.

In Hebron

Security forces launch large‑scale counterterrorism operation

Security forces launch an operation in Hebron to thwart terrorism and locate weapons. The operation will continue for several days.

Four months in prison for Arab who spat at IDF officer

Ahmad Muhammad, 25, from the PA city of Huwara, spat at an officer in uniform in Ramat Gan and fled the scene.

As Iran threat looms:

Israel's Air Force gets another tool to even the odds

Three new Lockheed Martin F-35i “Adir" fighter jets arrived at Nevatim Airbase and will join the 116th Squadron and the 140th Squadron.

One Year Later:

IDF reveals operation to recover Oron Shaul

Approximately a year ago, the IDF and the ISA carried out Operation “Red South", a covert and precise operation through which the fallen hostage, SSGT Oron Shaul, was returned to Israel.

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IDF: Mission completed in southern Lebanon

The IDF has published documentation of the operation carried out by the Multi-Dimensional Unit against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon over the past two months.

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Seized Gaza documents reveal Hamas intent to raid Judea, Samaria

Channel 12 News reveals IDF‑seized Gaza documents show Hamas intended to raid communities in Judea and Samaria, prompting updated IDF scenarios and new operational planning.

IDF Spokesman:

Military at peak readiness as regional tensions rise

IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin says the military is fully prepared on all fronts, urges public to rely on official updates, and confirms no change in Home Front guidelines.

Rabbi Kalmanson attacks draft law:

'A danger to Israel; Hashem will not forgive them.'

'Hashem will not forgive them, and history will not forget this injustice. The State of Israel has not yet finished dealing with its enemies - we need soldiers, says bereaved father Rabbi Benny Kalmanson on the proposed draft law.

Unique incident:

Soldiers transfer a herd of goats from Syria to Judea and Samaria

The Military Police investigated the transfer of a herd of 250 goats from Syria to breeding farms in Judea and Samaria by soldiers, during an operational activity.

Lt. Col. Ran reveals: How Yahya Sinwar was eliminated

Lieutenant Colonel Ran, who commanded the ground force that eliminated Yahya Sinwar, describes the identification, the assault, and the reaction to the killing of the Hamas leader in Gaza.

Miracle near Ofra

Terrorists threw an explosive device and a Molotov cocktail at a vehicle near Ofra.

Chief of Staff

IDF alert and ready to defend the citizens of the State

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir visited an Arrow missile battery this evening, took part in an exercise, and reviewed the forces’ readiness to defend the home front.

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IDF launches strikes in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley

Local media outlets reported that IDF strikes targeted Hezbollah targets in the village of Sahmar in the western Bekaa Valley.

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IDF demolishes home of Gush Etzion terrorist

IDF forces demolished the house of Amran al-Atrash, the terrorist who carried out the ramming-and-stabbing attack at Gush Junction in which Aaron Cohen was killed.

In Gaza

IDF reservist severely hurt after weapon misfire

IDF says a Jerusalem Brigade reservist was severely injured in an accidental discharge in northern Gaza. He was evacuated to hospital for treatment, and his family has been notified.

Footage from Gaza

Terrorists shoot at IDF forces and are eliminated

The IDF publishes footage of an incident in which six armed terrorists were identified in the western Rafah area, who fired at the forces. Sergeant

Rising tensions with Iran

Cabinet convened; IDF increases alert level

Israel has raised its alert level across several defense systems as the IDF prepares for potential escalation.

Ceasefire violation

2 soldiers wounded in firefight with terrorists in Rafah

IDF observations identified six armed terrorists who emerged from a tunnel shaft near forces in western Rafah. Two were eliminated, the incident is still ongoing.

South of Hebron:

Israeli Bedouins disguised as IDF soldiers rob Arab stores

Israeli forces dispatched to the Ad-Dhahiriya area after reports of armed suspects impersonating IDF soldiers and robbing shops; several suspects detained.

What embarrassed Idan Amedi?

Singer Idan Amedi responds to reports that he has returned to reserve duty more than two years after being seriously injured in battle in the Gaza Strip.

'Don't believe the rumors'

IDF responds as tensions rise

IDF Spokesperson Defrin said Israel remains defensively prepared amid rumors about Iran, stressing the protests are an internal matter as reports say Israel is on standby for possible US action.

Soldier who served over 700 days in reserves found lifeless

Yehoshua (Josh) Boone, a reservist in the Carmeli Brigade, found lifeless in his home. Family and friends fight for recognition for him.

Terrorist who injured IDF soldier arrested

IDF and ISA arrest terrorist who fired towards IDF soldier in Shechem, along with additional suspects.

Scam targeting reserve soldiers’ assistance fund

IDF Major accused of instructing relatives and friends on how to fraudulently extract money from a reserve soldiers’ assistance fund, allegedly abusing his position of trust for personal gain.

Extremists disrupt IDF event

Soldiers injured, brigade commander evacuated

Haredi extremists disrupt an event for parents of Hashmonaim Brigade soldiers in Bnei Brak. Three soldiers lightly injured. Brigade commander evacuated with police assistance.

Yeshiva students walk out of tribute over women's singing

Dozens of yeshiva students who came to attend a Golani Brigade event in Jerusalem left the hall during a performance by the military band that included women's singing.

'Culture of lies'

Senior IDF officer slams former Chief of Staff

Brig. Gen. (res.) Meir Finkle says IDF investigations prioritized pleasing senior command, downplayed failures, and contributed to flawed assessments of Hamas.

Two waves of strikes

IDF puts crosshairs on Hezbollah weapons infrastructure

Military targets underground storage facilities and weapons shafts, citing violations of Israel-Lebanon understandings.

IDF preparing for defense against Iran

The IDF held situation assessments led by IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, during which it was stated that the army is maintaining operational readiness and monitoring developments in Iran.

Lt. Col. Avishai Harer identified as officer found deceased

Lt. Col. Avishai Harer from Kochav HaShahar is the officer who was found in his home on Saturday without signs of life.

Kiryat Arba

Following residents’ complaints, IDF responds to gunfire

Following an inquiry by Arutz Sheva, the IDF responded to reports of sustained gunfire from the direction of Jabal Johar toward Kiryat Arba.

IDF cancels training for dozens of combat units

Despite the government’s approval of the defense budget, the Ground Forces have decided to freeze training for approximately 25 units, out of concern over potential future cuts.

Duvdevan soldier moderately wounded in Shechem

During IDF activity in Shechem, an IDF soldier was moderately injured as a result of shots that were fired toward the soldiers

IDF officer found lifeless

Lieutenant Colonel found lifeless in central Israel, investigation opened.

After failed projectile launch

IDF eliminates senior Hamas terrorists

IDF identifies senior Hamas terrorists eliminated in strikes in Gaza in the past 24 hours after a failed projectile launch toward Israel. In addition, terror infrastructure was destroyed.

Footage from Mount Hermon: 'Alpinists' complete unique exercises

In a series of unique training exercises under complex terrain conditions, troops from the Alpinist Unit complete operational preparations at the summit of Mount Hermon. Watch.

Egyptian ship infiltrates Israeli waters, IDF responds

An Egyptian vessel briefly entered Israeli waters and failed to heed calls to stop, prompting IDF deterrent measures before it changed course and returned to Egypt.

Near Shavei Shomron

Arabs injured in attack, 3 Jews arrested

About 20 masked Jews entered the village of Beit Lid in Samaria), threw Molotov cocktails at vehicles and set several of them on fire.

Thousands of Arad rifles purchased for civilian responders

Advanced Arad assault rifles and Meprolight M5 sights were distributed to members of civilian emergency response squads nationwide.

IDF initiative to tap olims' hidden potential

The IDF, together with the Ministry of Aliyah and Absorption and the Jewish Agency, launched a new initiative enabling olim aged 26 and older to integrate into meaningful military service roles.

IDF strikes Hezbollah and Hamas terror infrastructure in Lebanon

IDF carries out precision strikes on Hezbollah and Hamas sites in Lebanon, targeting weapons facilities and terror infrastructure embedded in civilian areas.

Operational accident

Golani Brigade soldier seriously injured in southern Gaza

Soldier from the 13th Battalion seriously injured in an operational accident in southern Gaza, evacuated to hospital for treatment.

Reserve soldier dies suddenly from stroke

Ran Hirschorn, a platoon sergeant and father of two, passed away after collapsing due to a sudden stroke.

Northern Israel:

Officers' training cadet wounded in training accident

A cadet from the Officers' Training School Gefen Battalion was severely injured as a result of a training accident at an IDF base in northern Israel.

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Hamas supporters snagged in the dead of night

Helmet-cam footage shows Yasam officers arresting two Palestinian Arabs who allegedly uploaded posts encouraging attacks on Israelis.

Counterterrorism to saving lives:

A mission that defines the Shahar Battalion

Maj. M., deputy commander of the Shahar Battalion, describes shifting seamlessly between counterterrorism operations and urgent rescue missions under missile fire, driven by a deep sense of national and moral mission.

IDF:

House of terrorist who murdered Mordechai and Aviv demolished

IDF, Shin Bet, Border Police, and Prison Service forces demolish the house of the terrorist who murdered Mordechai Shimshon and Aviv Maor.

Breakthrough:

Yeshiva students to be trained as welfare officers

The first group of yeshiva students today enrolled in a course for IDF welfare officers being held with strict gender separation and other changes to make it suitable for a haredi lifestyle.

Record enlistment to haredi IDF tracks

The IDF informed the Knesset that a record number of haredi soldiers have enlisted, with hundreds already serving in combat and support roles, as debate continues over the Defense Service Bill.

Not terror-related

13-year-old boy injured in hit-and-run in Binyamin region

After footage from cameras was reviewed and an initial investigation by intelligence officials was conducted, it appears that the boy was injured as a result of a hit-and-run accident, not a nationalist-motivated incident.

2 KM of tunnel routes destroyed in the northern Gaza Strip

The Northern Gaza Brigade, in cooperation with the Yahalom Unit, dismantled a Hamas underground tunnel route, approximately two kilometers in length, in the area of Beit Lahia.