IDF

IDF reservist severely wounded in explosion in southern Lebanon

The IDF conducted a preliminary inquiry into the incident, but has so far been unable to determine with certainty the source of the explosion that injured the soldier.

Women in the IDF

Katz directs military to avoid conflict with religious public

Defense Minister Israel Katz says he ordered the IDF to expand women's service while avoiding conflicts with religious values and servicemembers.

'Poet' and pharmacist arrested for incitement

Two Palestinian Arab suspects were arrested in separate operations after allegedly posting online content praising terrorism and the October 7 massacre.

19-year-old soldier from Tzur Hadassah found dead

Yehonatan Leo Rigo, 19, from Tzur Hadassah, was found dead on Friday and brought for burial at Mount Herzl. The Military Police opened an investigation.

1,000 days of war:

Zamir: 'Military is at a strategic crossroads'

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir marks 1,000 days of combat with a multi-arena commanders' forum, says military at strategic crossroads, remains committed to learning from October 7 massacre while preparing for challenges ahead.

Poll:

Religious enlistment more important than mixed-gender units

A poll found that the Israeli public is divided almost evenly on whether to integrate women into armored units versus making adjustments for religious soldiers.

80 tons of explosives

IDF destroys massive Hezbollah terror tunnel in southern Lebanon

IDF destroys a Hezbollah underground infrastructure spanning over 200 meters in length and reaching a depth of more than 25 meters in the Majdal Zoun area.

Report:

IDF told Hamas is rebuilding, readying for war

According to a report, senior IDF officers warned Hamas is rebuilding its forces while US opposition is delaying renewed military action.

IDF:

Tank tragedy caused by explosive drone

The IDF announced that an inquiry found that an explosive drone penetrated the tank that carried the commander of the 52nd Battalion and three of his soldiers.

Terror attack foiled |Commandos pull terrorist from his bed

A terrorist near Shechem who had previously evaded several arrest attempts and was planning to carry out an attack in the coming days was apprehended.

Chief of Staff

'Agreement with Lebanon historic'

Chief of Staff Zamir addressed the ceasefire agreement signed with Beirut for the first time and sent a warning to Tehran and Hezbollah.

Tearful farewell at grave of fallen soldier

A week after he was killed in a tank disaster in southern Lebanon, the family and friends of Nave Habshoosh gathered for a memorial service and farewell.

IDF thwarts infiltration attempt from southern Syria

Etzioni Brigade and Division 210 forces eliminated two armed terrorists last night in the security zone in southern Syria, about one kilometer from the Israeli border, IDF assesses they were operatives of a local terrorist organization.

Lebanon:

Hezbollah terrorists armed with RPG launchers eliminated

Troops from the Egoz Unit identified an anti-tank missile squad belonging to the terrorist organization in the Nabatieh area. An Israeli Air Force aircraft was dispatched and eliminated the terrorists.

Security alert in Samaria town over Shabbat

Hundreds of families in the town of Beit Aryeh barricaded themselves indoors for 6 hours as security forces hunted for a reported terrorist infiltrator.

IDF soldier to be disciplined for hanging flags in mosque

IDF soldier who hung Israeli flags in mosque, played music, to be suspended from operational activity.

6 Hezbollah terrorists who posed threats eliminated

5 terrorists were eliminated in the Zawtar al-Sharqiya area and 1 was eliminated in the Ali al-Taher Ridge area.

'Time for action'

Chief of Staff adopts fallen commander's words

In a speech at the IDF Officers School, Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir emphasized that the IDF faces significant challenges and that responsibility now passes to the new generation of officers.

Restraining order instead of engagement gift

Commander of the Central Command Avi Bluth has issued a series of exceptional administrative restriction orders against settlement activists.

Uniformed soldier rescued from Arab village

IDF soldier found handcuffed in Tarqumiya, is rescued by police forces.

Boycott between IDF and heads of premilitary academies

The Chief of Staff ordered not to invite Rabbi Yigal Levinstein to a meeting with heads of yeshivas and pre-army programs. In response, the heads of the pre-army programs decided not to attend the meeting.

'Soldier missing, he is likely alive'

Gilad Shalit kidnapping logs revealed

20 years later: IDF Archives release logs from the Southern Brigade's operations room, tracing the moments from when it was realized a soldier had been captured, to the discovery of a bloodstained vest, and the final identification of the abductee.

Arms dealer whose weapons were used in attacks eliminated

Arms dealer Mohamed Zayed eliminated after attacking the soldiers who came to arrest him.

IDF eliminates terrorist who infiltrated Israel on October 7th

According to the IDF, Hamas terrorist Mahmoud Abu Mazi was eliminated as he operated to restore the terrorist organization's capabilities and advance terror attacks.

Watch

Arms dealers arrested in Bethlehem operation

During the operation, the soldiers searched about 50 different buildings and arrested 19 suspects in terrorist activity.

Arutz Sheva removes photograph of combat soldiers

Arutz Sheva removes article about an incident allegedly violating IDF modesty regulations, after receiving objections from soldiers and officers, who said it harmed troops and morale.

Who should be learning instead of serving?

Torah study does not justify broad exemption from military service, except possibly for a small number of elite scholars.

After 3 days of silence:

IDF strikes terror cell in southern Lebanon

IDF acts to eliminate 'immediate threat' after armed terrorists were identified operating near Israeli troops.

IDF Spokesman:

Abraham Accords showed regional respect for Israel

IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin highlights regional ties, Iran’s threats, and Israel’s defensive strategy during Jerusalem summit address.

Soldier issued restraining order for waving flag on Temple Mount

A soldier was removed from the Temple Mount after waving an Israeli flag, and later received a restraining order even though he could not attend his own hearing due to combat service.

Suspicions grow surrounding Eilat infiltration attempt

After reports that the vessel that entered the Eilat Bay was apparently unmanned, Israeli military correspondents have begun questioning the IDF's handling of the incident.

Over 240 firearms seized:

IDF sums up six months of counter-terrorism operations

The IDF said troops seized more than 240 firearms in 2026, uncovering weapons and manufacturing equipment hidden in civilian areas across Judea and Samaria.

'October 7 on steroids'

Officers' dire warning following change on Yellow Line

Officers serving along the Gaza border claim there has been a significant change in the way open-fire regulations are being implemented.

Nukhba terrorist who held Omer Shem Tov captive eliminated

The terrorist also infiltrated Israel during the October 7 massacre.

Netanyahu: There are no restrictions on the IDF in Lebanon

The Prime Minister clarified that the directive to the IDF has not changed: full freedom of action against any threat to the forces or residents of northern Israel.

15 soldiers suffer heatstroke in the Negev

According to the testimonies of the soldiers, they were required to stay outdoors during field activity in severe heat.

Two senior Hamas commanders eliminated in Gaza

The IDF eliminated two senior Hamas commanders: the commander of Hamas's sniper array in Gaza City and the engineering officer of the West Jabaliya Battalion, who had operated throughout the war to carry out attacks against IDF forces.

Prep. for pilot program:

IDF to begin scaling back forces across the border

The IDF is preparing to draw down forces in Lebanon ahead of a meeting this week between negotiating teams, where they will map out pilot zones designated as cleared of Hezbollah.

Nukhba commander who abducted child eliminated

The terrorist infiltrated Kibbutz Nir Oz during the October 7th massacre and attempted to train terrorists at a Gaza hospital.

As IDF chief visits nearby

Lebanese military chief tours southern Lebanon

Lebanese Army chief Rodolphe Haykal toured southern Lebanon as IDF Chief Eyal Zamir visited nearby forces.

10KM from Israel:

How Hezbollah prepared for its next attack

IDF uncovers underground terror tunnel containing hundreds of weapons and four launch shafts aimed at the State of Israel, located under the village of Majdal Zoun.

Chief of Staff in Lebanon

'Ceasefire is fragile, we're ready to renew fighting'

Chief of Staff Zamir conducts situational assessment tour in southern Lebanon.

Strengthening cooperation:

Greek and Israeli Navy chiefs meet in Israel

The commanders held professional discussions on the evolving security challenges in both nearby and distant maritime arena

Watch: Givati soldiers finish the Talmud in Lebanon

The Givati Brigade took part in a celebration marking the end of the Babylonian Talmud, held by students of Yeshivat HaKotel in south Lebanon.

America presses Israel to tighten rules of engagement in Lebanon

Airstrikes that had previously been approved at the field level now require approval from the Chief of Staff, and even from politicians.

IDF targets Hamas's financial lifeline

Hussein Qadra and Mohammed Farah were eliminated in a strike in southern Gaza, who according to the IDF, were involved in transferring hundreds of millions of shekels used to pay salaries to terrorists and finance terrorist activities.

Father of fallen Soldier:

'Everyone loved him'

Father of Nave Habshoosh, killed in Lebanon tank disaster, eulogizes his son: 'He was an angel walking among us'

Investigation:

Missile hit tank, created opening for explosive drone

The IDF estimates that Hezbollah combined anti-tank missile fire with an explosive drone that penetrated the tank and detonated inside, killing four IDF soldiers.

'The north owes you'

Former Northern Command chief bids farewell to Dor Ben Simhon

The former Head of Northern Command pays tribute to Lieutenant Colonel Dor Ben Simhon who fell in Lebanon, praising his devotion, leadership, and contribution to the security of the north.

Miracle in northern Israel:

Eruv saves lives of soldiers at IDF outpost

An explosive Hezbollah FPV drone became entangled in an eiruv installed by an IDF Military Rabbinate soldier, detonating harmlessly above the outpost.

Southern Lebanon tragedy:

Naveh's father sends moving message

Haim, the father of Naveh Habshush, who fell in battle in Lebanon along with three other soldiers, published a post calling on his followers to continue living their lives in his son's honor.

4 soldiers killed in battle in Lebanon

Battalion commander LTC Dor Gedalia Ben Simhon, 32, and 3 other soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon.

Suspected infiltration along northern border

Forces supported by a helicopter and advanced surveillance assets are deployed following the detection of several suspects across the border fence in Lebanon.

Map of Security Zone

IDF official: Troops to stay in Lebanon as talks continue

An IDF official said troops will remain in the Security Zone in southern Lebanon to eliminate threats as negotiations with Lebanon continue.

Companies may face legal trouble after IDF used their equipment

A report says human rights experts are examining whether construction equipment makers could face scrutiny over IDF operations in Lebanon.

Minutes after launch:

IDF destroys launcher used to fire missiles at troops

After Hezbollah launched missiles at soldiers, the IAF struck the launcher, which was loaded and ready to fire additional rockets.

IDF eliminates two October 7th terrorists in Gaza

Hamas terrorists Ahmad Abu Hin and Mahmoud Walid Jabr Abu Hin, who infiltrated Israel during the October 7th Massacre, were eliminated after posing a threat to IDF troops.

Five soldiers wounded, one severely, in Hezbollah drone attack

Explosive drone hits Givati force operating in southern Lebanon, injuring four. Additional drone strikes evacuation crew, injuring an additional soldier.

Chief of Staff:

Female tank crew pilot program to move out of Armored Corps

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir decided that a pilot to integrate women into tank crews will be conducted under the Border Defense Corps rather than inside the Armored Corps.

IDF to utilize ceasefire for refreshing forces

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir issues instructions to allow soldiers to take more vacations, undergo additional trainings.