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Syrian drone crossed through Jordanian airspace to Eilat

Drone which caused explosion at Eilat school came from Syria and not Yemen, IDF announces.

Syrian drone crossed through Jordanian airspace to Eilat

IDF demolishes home of murderers of Batsheva Nigri

Brother of kindergarten teacher murdered in shooting attack takes part in demolition of the killers' home.

IDF demolishes home of murderers of Batsheva Nigri

Nukhba force leaders who took part in massacre eliminated

Commander of Hamas terrorists who attacked Kibbutz Zikim and Zikim base killed in Gaza.

Nukhba force leaders who took part in massacre eliminated

Staff sergeant Gilad Rozenblit fell in battle in Gaza

Staff sergeant Gilad Rozenblit, 21, fell in battle in northern Gaza, it has been cleared for publication.

Staff sergeant Gilad Rozenblit fell in battle in Gaza

IDF strikes in Syria in response UAV launch towards Eilat

IDF strikes the organization in Syria that carried out the launch of a UAV toward Eilat which hit a school in the city.

IDF strikes in Syria in response UAV launch towards Eilat

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IDF strikes Hezbollah terror infrastructure in Lebanon

IDF fighter jets strike Hezbollah terror infrastructure in Lebanon, in response to the launches toward Israeli territory over the past day.

IDF strikes Hezbollah terror infrastructure in Lebanon

Israel is acquired by harship:

PM Netanyahu meets family of soldier who fell in Gaza

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara met the family of Pdaya Mark, who fell in Gaza last week.

PM Netanyahu meets family of soldier who fell in Gaza

Master Sergeant (Res.) Dov Moshe Kogen fell in battle in Gaza

Kogen was the third member of Shaldag and the 36th IDF soldier to fall since the beginning of the ground operation.

Master Sergeant (Res.) Dov Moshe Kogen fell in battle in Gaza

Body of Sgt. Roni Eshel, missing for 34 days, identified

Roni Eshel, 19, served as an observation soldier in Nahal Oz. Her parents had hoped she could be rescued from Gaza.

Body of Sgt. Roni Eshel, missing for 34 days, identified

Gallant:

'We won't stop until we eradicate Hamas'

Defense Minister meets soldiers of the 252nd Sinai Division. 'Now everyone knows why we need the reserves.'

'We won't stop until we eradicate Hamas'

Over 50 terrorists eliminated:

IDF raids Hamas military quarter in the heart of Gaza City

The military quarter area is the heart of the intelligence and operational activities of Hamas.

IDF raids Hamas military quarter in the heart of Gaza City

Jenin:

IDF airstrike kills terrorist squad

The operation by Israeli forces has included airstrikes inside Jenin, combat engineering operations, and hours of fighting.

IDF airstrike kills terrorist squad

IDF forces strike two antitank terror cells on Lebanon border

IDF strikes antitank terror cells, respond to terrorists' fire with artillery fire.

IDF forces strike two antitank terror cells on Lebanon border

Watch: Reserve unit celebrates 'bar mitzvah' for soldier

Soldiers from Battalion 129, a reserve unit on the northern border, hold bar mitzvah celebration for Yonatan Miller, a soldier from the US.

Watch: Reserve unit celebrates 'bar mitzvah' for soldier

Sergeant Eliahou Benjamin Elmakayes fell in battle in Gaza

Sergeant Eliahou Benjamin Elmakayes, 29, from Jerusalem, fell in battle in the central Gaza Strip on Wednesday.

Sergeant Eliahou Benjamin Elmakayes fell in battle in Gaza

IDF Spokesperson:

'We seized over 700 RPGs and killed many terrorists'

IDF Spokesman Hagari stated that ground forces are operating deep in Gaza City, and Hamas has lost control of the northern Gaza Strip.

'We seized over 700 RPGs and killed many terrorists'

Terrorists reveal:

This is how Hamas exploits hospitals and ambulances

In a recorded conversation, a Hamas terrorist operative can be heard telling a Gazan resident: 'I can leave with any ambulance I want.'

This is how Hamas exploits hospitals and ambulances

SSG Noam Yosef Abu, aged 20 from Dimona fell in battle in Gaza

The number of IDF soldiers who have fallen since the beginning of the ground operation stands at 34.

SSG Noam Yosef Abu, aged 20 from Dimona fell in battle in Gaza

Tunnels, HQs, and arms depots:

This is how the IDF is taking down Hamas infrastructure in Gaza

Since the beginning of the fighting, 130 Hamas tunnel shafts have been destroyed by IDF forces in the Gaza Strip.

This is how the IDF is taking down Hamas infrastructure in Gaza

IDF Spokesperson:

'The soldiers and commanders prove their heroism every day'

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari says over 14,000 Hamas targets struck in Gaza in first month of the war.

'The soldiers and commanders prove their heroism every day'

Gaza resident: 'The IDF fired, but not at us'

Rare testimony of a Palestinian woman tells of her escape from Gaza City under the protection of IDF forces.

Gaza resident: 'The IDF fired, but not at us'

National Insurance Institute:

Creating payment plan for reservists who live abroad

MK Simcha Rothman raises question of reserve duty payments for those reservists who work outside Israel's borders.

Creating payment plan for reservists who live abroad

IDF conquers Hamas military stronghold

A combined arms assault yielded a cache of weapons and operational intelligence used by Hamas forces.

IDF conquers Hamas military stronghold

IDF spokesman: We are killing Hamas' field commanders

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari said in a statement this evening that the IDF is destroying the Hamas command structure.

IDF spokesman: We are killing Hamas' field commanders

How Pvt. Ori Megidish was rescued from Hamas captivity

Soldier who was rescued last week after being kidnapped by Hamas terrorists on October 7 was held near Shifa hospital, Hamas' headquarters.

How Pvt. Ori Megidish was rescued from Hamas captivity

Gallant:

'Sinwar hides in his bunker as Hamas commanders die'

Defense Minister says display of IDF power 'shakes the Gaza Strip.'

'Sinwar hides in his bunker as Hamas commanders die'

'If there was a chance to save someone, we had to try'

An IDF soldier recounts getting ambushed by terrorists trying to save a civilian from the Hamas invasion.

'If there was a chance to save someone, we had to try'

Dozens of Hamas rockets found inside youth center, mosque

Over 50 rockets found inside youth center in Gaza together with launchers, rocket launching sites found inside mosque.

Dozens of Hamas rockets found inside youth center, mosque

'No cities of refuge for terrorists'

ISA intelligence-led security forces to eliminate a terrorist squad deep within the Tulkarm refugee camp.

'No cities of refuge for terrorists'

Judea and Samaria:

IDF seals printing houses that printed Hamas materials

Since the beginning of the war 1,350 suspects were arrested in Judea, Samaria, and the Jordan Valley, over 850 were affiliated with Hamas.

IDF seals printing houses that printed Hamas materials

Soldier on northern front: 'If I die - I want to die as a Jew'

Soldier who fought in Kfar Aza on Oct. 7 asks to expedite conversion process. 'I know that I might die in battle - I want to die as a Jew.'

Soldier on northern front: 'If I die - I want to die as a Jew'

After calling to murder Jews:

Ahed Tamimi arrested by IDF

The activist, who became famous for assaulting IDF soldiers, was arrested after she called to murder Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria.

Ahed Tamimi arrested by IDF

Staff sergeant Shahar Cohen Mivtach fell in battle in Gaza

Staff sergeant Shahar Cohen Mivtach, 22, from Karmiel, fell in battle in northern Gaza Strip.

Staff sergeant Shahar Cohen Mivtach fell in battle in Gaza

Chief of Staff:

'We are ready at any moment to launch an attack in the north'

IDF Chief of Staff assessed the 210th Division stationed on the northern border: 'We trust you that the defense here is strong.'

'We are ready at any moment to launch an attack in the north'

Israeli citizen killed by antitank fire from Lebanon

It was cleared for publication that an Israeli citizen was killed by a Hezbollah antitank missile in northern Israel.

Israeli citizen killed by antitank fire from Lebanon

IDF reopens Gaza humanitarian corridor

IDF has facilitated reopening of a humanitarian corridor in order to allow civilians in northern Gaza Strip to move for their own safety.

IDF reopens Gaza humanitarian corridor

36th Division attacks deep in Gaza Strip and positions on coast

The division, whose role is to encircle Gaza City, attacked 50 terrorist targets today, and 1600 targets since the outbreak of the war.

36th Division attacks deep in Gaza Strip and positions on coast

Kalashnikovs, RPGs, and drones

IDF locates and destroys weapons in northern Gaza

The 551st Brigade uncovered many weapons and intelligence materials in a residential building in Beit Hanoun.

IDF locates and destroys weapons in northern Gaza

Sergeant Yonatan Maimon killed in battle in Gaza

30 IDF soldiers have fallen in battle since ground operations began in Gaza as war against Hamas continues.

Sergeant Yonatan Maimon killed in battle in Gaza

Rocket launchers found in playgrounds near children's pool

IDF exposes Hamas' continued use of human shields, exploitation of civilians in Gaza as places where children play used to launch rockets.

Rocket launchers found in playgrounds near children's pool

War enters 30th day:

IDF thwarts infiltration attempt near Kibbutz Kissufim

2 terrorists killed while attempting to infiltrate into Israel. IDF returns fire after terrorists launch anti-tank missile at troops.

IDF thwarts infiltration attempt near Kibbutz Kissufim

26 shots fired at Samaria town over Shabbat

Residents demand the army establish a permanent base in the nearby Palestinian Authority city in response.

26 shots fired at Samaria town over Shabbat

Comrades mourn:

Fallen Druze commander was 'sharp as a razor, brave as a lion'

Fallen commander of the 188th Armored Brigade's 53rd Battalion is laid to rest among eulogies of his bravery and quick thinking in battle.

Fallen Druze commander was 'sharp as a razor, brave as a lion'

Shooting attack in Samaria, soldier lightly injured

IDF forces began a pursuit of the terrorists' vehicle, which managed to escape the scene.

Shooting attack in Samaria, soldier lightly injured

Hamas fired towards humanitarian route in Gaza

Hamas terrorists attacked IDF troops who operated to open the Salah Al-Din humanitarian route for the evacuation of residents southwards

Hamas fired towards humanitarian route in Gaza

Northern Gaza:

IDF finds battle plans, maps and equipment in Hamas stronghold

After taking over Hamas stronghold in Jabaliya, IDF soldiers found intelligence information that included operational orders.

IDF finds battle plans, maps and equipment in Hamas stronghold

IDF: Four additional soldiers fell in northern Gaza battles

Names of four IDF soldiers who were killed in battle in northern Gaza cleared for publication after their families were notified.

IDF: Four additional soldiers fell in northern Gaza battles

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The Golani Brigade’s heroic battle last night in Gaza

Soldiers clash with a number of terror squads inside the Gaza Strip and prevail after a lengthy battle under heavy fire.

The Golani Brigade’s heroic battle last night in Gaza

IDF Spokesman:

IDF forces have completely surrounded Gaza City

IDF Spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari says the idea of a ceasefire with Hamas is 'not on the table now.'

IDF forces have completely surrounded Gaza City

Over 130 terrorists killed in Gaza in last few hours

IDF troops continue to engage in fierce battles against Hamas terrorists in Gaza.

Over 130 terrorists killed in Gaza in last few hours

IDF paratrooper Yair Nifousy killed in battle in Gaza

Staff Sgt. Nifousy succumbed to injuries sustained in battle with Hamas terrorists yesterday. 19 soldiers have fallen in battle with Hamas.

IDF paratrooper Yair Nifousy killed in battle in Gaza

IDF broadly deployed in north

Israeli military forces at full readiness in response to repeated rocket and anti-tank missile attacks from Lebanon.

IDF broadly deployed in north

Chief of Staff:

Gaza is surrounded, IAF is ready to attack other fronts

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi delivered an address tonight promising that the IDF was ready to fight on any front necessary.

Gaza is surrounded, IAF is ready to attack other fronts

IDF Commander: We will not let victory slip from our hands

Commander of the 36th Division, Brigadier General Dado Bar Kalifa, tells his soldiers going into battle: 'We have an iron will. I trust you'

IDF Commander: We will not let victory slip from our hands

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120 haredi IDF recruits complete basic training

The 120 new soldiers enlisted two weeks ago and will be assigned to various jobs.

120 haredi IDF recruits complete basic training

Fake profiles attemting to collect intelligence from soldiers

The IDF has exposed a complex network of fake profiles on social media that attempt to lure soldiers into giving over sensitive information.

Fake profiles attemting to collect intelligence from soldiers

IDF strikes in Lebanese territory in response to firing in north

IDF strikes terrorist cell which fired a surface-to-air missile toward an IDF UAV.

IDF strikes in Lebanese territory in response to firing in north

IDF Spokesperson:

'IDF forces have breached Hamas' forward lines of defense'

IDF Spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari says 331 IDF soldiers have fallen since the beginning of the war.

'IDF forces have breached Hamas' forward lines of defense'

Commander of all Hamas anti-tank forces in Gaza eliminated

Muhammad A'sar, who was responsible for all anti-tank fire at Israeli soldiers and civilians, eliminated in airstrike.

Commander of all Hamas anti-tank forces in Gaza eliminated

Gallant:

'There are prices for every battle, but important achievements'

Defense Yoav Gallant visits troops of the 36th Brigade, lauds IDF's progress in the war against Hamas.

'There are prices for every battle, but important achievements'