IDF

IDF tanks attack Syrian military sites in Golan Heights

IDF strikes military infrastructure which violated Disengagement Agreement between Israel and Syria (1974) in Ein Altina in Mount Hermon.

Watch: IDF forces fighting terrorists in Jenin

The IDF has released footage from a recent operation by an undercover unit to arrest terror suspects in the Jenin refugee camp.

Tank stolen from IDF base in northern Israel

The inactive tank was found in a junkyard near Haifa. Police are investigating the incident.

IDF unveils new 'Barak' tank

Defense Minister says new tank takes maneuvering capabilities to "another level," features innovative technological capabilities.

IDF raids home of Hamas operative in Jenin

Firefight with terrorists occurs in Jenin as senior terrorist operative's home raided.

IDF to open elite units to women

The IDF claims that the Chief of Staff is not optimistic about women completing the training, but respects the Supreme Court's ruling.

Attack near Eli:

IDF prepares to demolish homes of planners of the attack

IDF soldiers operate in Palestinian Arab village of Urif, map homes of three terrorists involved in planning June attack.

IDF commander incarcerated for firing at escaping Arab vehicle

Golani company commander fires at Palestinian Authority Arab vehicle escaping checkpoint - and is incarcerated.

IDF extracts Israelis who entered Arab village after shooting

Kibbutz Meirav residents enter Arab town of Jalbun after shots fired at their community.

To observe Rosh Hashanah:

Chief of Staff walks to recite holiday prayers with soldiers

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi walked from his home to join ten soldiers for holiday prayers at an outpost on Route 443.

Watch:

Happy Jewish New Year from the IDF

Watch the special Rosh Hashanah video from the IDF

During border riots:

IDF strikes Hamas military post in Gaza Strip

IDF aircraft strikes military post belonging to Hamas during violent riot adjacent to security fence.

Reserves Commander:

'Refusals to report for IDF duty are not widespread'

Brigadier-General Benny Ben Ari says IDF competence not hampered by antigovt. protests, problem largely restricted to air force.

IAF completes joint exercise with Greek air force

Participating in the exercise were dozens of fighter jets from various squadrons, refueling tankers and the IAF’s surveillance aircraft.

Watch: IED explodes during Gaza border riot

Rioters on the Gaza border attempted to throw a large IED into Israeli territory, which exploded inside the Gaza Strip.

New generation of technology:

IDF receives new unmanned aircraft

The "Spark" is designed to carry out contractual missions, intelligence actions, escort ground forces, direct strikes, and more.

Arab MKs condemn

IDF soldiers enter Kafr Qassem, Ben Gvir: Let the IDF win

IDF soldiers enter Kafr Qassem while pursuing suspects who crossed border fence. Ben Gvir condemns IDF statement on the incident.

Israel warns Hamas:

'There will be a response to any firing of rockets from Gaza'

Senior IDF officials warn Hamas through mediators that Israel will retaliate to rocket fire from Gaza during the upcoming holidays.

Terrorists open fire towards military post near Tulkarm

Bullet casings found in the area, damage to structure detected. No injuries reported.

Brother born to fallen soldier

A baby boy was born to Baruch Ben-Yigal, father of Amit Ben-Yigal, who was killed three years ago. 'For me, this is closure.'

IDF Chief of Staff:

'Our stance is clear - enlistment for all'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi voiced his opposition to those who use the IDF in the current dispute in Israeli society.

IDF Chief of Staff tours storehouses in northern Israel

Chief of Staff Halevi met with 20 battalion commanders and senior reserve officers and emphasized the importance of the IDF's unity.

Nine IDF soldiers injured in crash in southern Israel

Two soldiers were moderately injured, and seven were lightly injured.

IDF, United Hatzalah drill simulates response to shooting attack

Amidst wave of terror attacks, IDF medical teams and United Hatzalah hold joint drill simulating response to shooting.

IDF targets terror headquarters in Nur Shams

Security forces target building containing ready-to-use explosives; gunfight breaks out with suspects at the scene.

Gallant decides not to shut down IDF's radio station

Defense Minister decides not to close or privatize Galei Tzahal despite Chief of Staff's position on the matter.

Security forces intercept explosives shipment from Gaza

Security forces thwarted an attempt to smuggle explosives from the Gaza Strip, hidden within a clothing delivery.

IDF 'workshop' prepares for Iranian threat, next 10 years

Senior officials to examine implementation of multi-year 'Ma'alot' program and responses to all threats facing Israel.

IDF arrests three Hamas terrorists in Jenin

For the first time since the counterterror operation in July, IDF soldiers have entered the Jenin refugee camp.

Gallant blasts his colleagues:

'Statements that endanger the IDF'

Defense Minister blasts members of the government who recently made statements against the IDF.

Is Israel’s military fraying?

Deep changes in Israel’s socio-economic dynamics have invaded the debate on the “People’s Army.” Op-ed.

Riots near Gaza border:

Palestinian Arabs attempt to cross into Israel

Rioters throw explosive devices at border fence, attempt to cross into Israel. IDF soldiers respond.

IDF finds IEDs in childrens' bedroom

Several suspects, as well as arms and munitions, were captured during a raid in the town of Aqabah.

IDF prepares terrorist's home for demolition, clashes erupt

Palestinian Arab sources report that several Arabs were injured by IDF fire as clashes broke out during the IDF operation.

Unusual incident at IDF base:

Arabs steal machine gun while soldiers sleeping

IDF investigating incident in which a MAG-type machine gun was stolen while soldiers who were supposed to be guarding it fell asleep.

Officer, three IDF soldiers injured by bomb near Joseph's Tomb

IDF officer and three soldiers injured by explosive device which detonated next to them as they secured worshipers entering Joseph's Tomb.

IDF major, mother of toddler, killed in traffic accident

Major Efrat Shrem Zrihan was killed in a traffic accident on her way to base.

Ramming attack foiled near Hebron

An attempted ramming attack was reported in the Hebron Mountain region. No victims were injured. The attacker was neutralized at the scene.

Terrorists open fire at IDF post near Ya'bad

Security forces in pursuit of shooters after second shooting at military outpost in Judea and Samaria in 2 days.

3 years later:

Bereaved father remarries, draped in battalion flag

Bereaved father Baruch Ben Yigal remarries, draped in Golani Brigade flag. 'I fulfilled Amit's will.'

Influenced by their elders?

200 teens refuse to enlist over judicial reform

A joint letter states that the refusal to serve is a protest against the judicial reform, occupation, and settlements.

Soldier's death in training sparks procedural overhaul in IDF

Hillel Ofen died during an exercise on one of the hottest days of the year, prompting a series of investigations.

Shooting toward IDF post, no injuries reported

In addition, IDF, ISA and Israel Border Police forces conducted counterterrorism activities in the town of Kafr

Family united during IDF artillery exercise

Two sisters and their brother met during an Artillery Corps exercise of the IDF's 55th Brigade.

Haaretz apologizes for ad opposing military refusal

Haaretz issues apology for publication of Torat Lehima ad opposing refusal to serve in military.

Short Neck Syndrome

When leaders fear the morning newspaper more than the enemy, the task will remain unfulfilled. Op-ed.

Cleared for publication:

Terrorists who murdered Batsheva Nigri arrested

Two residents of Hebron arrested over murder of Batsheva Nigri and link themselves to carrying out the attack.

IDF reinforces troops in Judea and Samaria

Following situational assessment, IDF sends reinforcements to Judea & Samaria, to help close in the terrorist, ensure safety in the region.

IDF:

Aerial defense activated towards unidentified aircraft over Gaza

IDF Aerial Defense Array was activated toward an unidentified aircraft over Gaza.

Hunt for Huwara terrorist continues

Security forces believe terrorist who murdered Shai Silas Nigreker and son Aviad Nir in point-blank shooting will soon be captured.

IDF tractor strikes mine in Jordan Valley

Civilian IDF employee lightly injured after vehicle strikes mine during mine-clearing operation near Kibbutz Sha'ar HaGolan.

Watch:

The moment IDF intercepted Hamas UAV over Gaza Strip

The UAV was tracked by the IDF from takeoff, and upon its eastward approach, the decision was made to intercept it.

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu:

'Stop acting like British army, start acting like a Jewish army'

Safed Chief Rabbi criticizes IDF for warning against revenge attacks following murder of father and son in Huwara.

Iron Dome shoots down UAV launched from Gaza

IDF says no Israeli community was threatened by drone believed to belong to Hamas.

IDF shoots masked Israeli citizen in Binyamin Region

IDF dispatched to scene where a group of Israelis in masks were throwing stones at Arab vehicles in the early morning.

Hamas newspaper highlights development of new explosive weaponry

An interview in a Hamas magazine tales of new and advanced explosives capable of severely damaging IDF vehicles.

Haredi parties:

'We will not agree to mandatory service'

Representatives of haredi parties make clear they oppose mandatory service for haredim, even in a civil-national framework.

Navy suspeds reserve officer who refused to report for duty

The reserve rear admiral who did not report for duty in protest of the government's judicial reform plan.

IDF soldier murdered in Juljulia

Police believe the fatal shooting may have been a case of mistaken identity.

Three IDF soldiers treated for heatstroke during training

Three IDF paratroopers were hospitalized after suffering from heatstroke in southern Israel.