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Lapid expresses condolence for PA teen allegedly shot by IDF

It is not clear why the 16-year-old was standing next to an armed terrorist during a firefight with IDF forces in Jenin.

Lapid expresses condolence for PA teen allegedly shot by IDF

IDF:

'Sniper may have hit teen girl who was next to armed terrorist'

Senior officer says 16-year-old girl was next to armed man who was shooting at soldiers from a rooftop in Jenin when she was killed.

'Sniper may have hit teen girl who was next to armed terrorist'

IDF seizes NIS 3 million in drugs

75 kilograms of drugs seized in Paran Regional Brigade area in thwarted drug smuggling operation.

IDF seizes NIS 3 million in drugs

For the third time this week:

IDF soldiers thwart drug smuggling attempt in southern Israel

IDF soldiers thwart a drug smuggling attempt worth 900,000 shekels in the Paran Regional Brigade area.

IDF soldiers thwart drug smuggling attempt in southern Israel

IDF blocks parking lot at entrance to Homesh

Homesh residents: DM Gantz directly responsible for dirt levee blocking parking lot.

IDF blocks parking lot at entrance to Homesh

Gun battle in Jenin:

Three terrorists eliminated during IDF arrest operation

IDF soldiers enter Jenin to arrest suspected terrorists. Three terrorists dead in gun battle, three others arrested.

Three terrorists eliminated during IDF arrest operation

'I feel great pride and privilege to protect the residents'

Lieutenant R. who neutralized terrorist near Ofra: The terrorist fired in our direction, we made contact and managed to neutralize him.

'I feel great pride and privilege to protect the residents'

Shooting attack in Ofra - no casualties

IDF eliminates terrorist who opened fire at military post at gate to Ofra community.

Shooting attack in Ofra - no casualties

IDF concludes Eastern Breeze exercise with French military

IAF and the French Air and Space Force (FASF) practice aerial cooperation in Israel’s skies

IDF concludes Eastern Breeze exercise with French military

IDF apprehends ten suspects in drug smuggling attempt

IDF soldiers thwart smuggling attempt on Egypt-Israel border, confiscate drugs.

IDF apprehends ten suspects in drug smuggling attempt

Report:

IDF Chief of Staff says coalition deals 'break chain of command'

Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi reportedly vows to prevent Ben-Gvir, Smotrich, from involvement in appointment of generals.

IDF Chief of Staff says coalition deals 'break chain of command'

Lapid:

'We need a strong, disciplined army'

PM holds security situation assessment in the Judea and Samaria Division: The government gives full backing to our soldiers.

'We need a strong, disciplined army'

Soldier from Hebron incident released from prison

Soldier who told left-wing activists in Hebron: 'Ben-Gvir will make order here' released after having 10-day sentence reduced by 4 days.

Soldier from Hebron incident released from prison

Following rocket fire:

IDF attacks Hamas weapons manufacturing site

Fire opened at Israeli jets during strike, and sirens sound in open areas in southern Israel.

IDF attacks Hamas weapons manufacturing site

Arabs hack phones of IDF soldiers, publish footage from service

Arab hackers publish video entitled, 'You Are Not Safe,' showcasing photos and videos of IDF soldiers and military exercises.

Arabs hack phones of IDF soldiers, publish footage from service

IDF prevents 300 leftist activists from entering Hebron

One week after leftist activists provoke altercation with IDF soldiers, military declares Hebron closed military zone.

IDF prevents 300 leftist activists from entering Hebron

Soldier imprisoned for statement receives reduction in sentence

Commanding officer of the Southern Command approves reduction of sentence for Givati Brigade soldier who made political statement.

Soldier imprisoned for statement receives reduction in sentence

Watch: Security forces arrest 'Lions' Den' terrorist in Shechem

Security forces enter Shechem, arrest wanted terrorist who has been involved in shooting attacks on IDF soldiers.

Watch: Security forces arrest 'Lions' Den' terrorist in Shechem

Stop Netflix from airing "Farha" now!

The hatred Israelis encountered in Qatar is fed by lies like those in the Netflix series that portrays IDF soldiers as murderers. Op-ed.

Stop Netflix from airing "Farha" now!

IDF mulling removing soldiers from Hebron positions

If the decision is implemented, the soldiers at the positions will be replaced by Border Police officers.

IDF mulling removing soldiers from Hebron positions

Attempted shooting attack

Terrorists open fire on bus near Ofra, no injuries

Terrorists open fire on armored bus with passengers on board on near Ofra. IDF soldiers searching the area for suspects.

Terrorists open fire on bus near Ofra, no injuries

Otzma Yehudit MK:

'Politicians allowed to demand IDF support the soldiers'

MK Rabbi Amichai Eliyahu criticizes IDF Chief of Staff, says it's 'illogical' that an official should lecture elected figures.

'Politicians allowed to demand IDF support the soldiers'

Border Police block entry to Samaria neighborhood

Nearly a year after ending a two-year blockade, Border Police have returned to the entrance of the Kumi Ori neighborhood.

Border Police block entry to Samaria neighborhood

PA reports:

Islamic Jihad commander and his assistant eliminated in Jenin

Several Palestinian Arabs injured and four arrested during IDF operation in Jenin. Islamic Jihad threatens retaliation.

Islamic Jihad commander and his assistant eliminated in Jenin

Lapid on Iranian threat:

'Along with our partners, we will act as we see fit'

Prime Minister participates in joint drill of US and Israeli air forces, observed various strategies for dealing with threats from Iran.

'Along with our partners, we will act as we see fit'

A New Battalion Joins the IDF: The Panther Battalion

New battalion to operate in area of Judea and Samaria security barrier as part of Operation Break the Wave.

A New Battalion Joins the IDF: The Panther Battalion

IDF upholds jail time for soldier who expressed political view

Central Command commander: 'We will not tolerate instances in which soldiers overstep boundaries and abuse their position of authority.

IDF upholds jail time for soldier who expressed political view

'No end in sight' - IDF thwarts 300 attacks in past year

As Israel detains more terror suspects, attacks across Judea, Samaria, and other places in the country continue with no respite.

'No end in sight' - IDF thwarts 300 attacks in past year

Dozens of Arabs throw rocks at soldiers operating in Samaria

1 soldier injured after being attacked while distributing demolition orders soldiers open fire at man throwing Molotov cocktails.

Dozens of Arabs throw rocks at soldiers operating in Samaria

Givati soldier requests lighter prison sentence

The Givati soldier sentenced to military prison for taunting an activist in Hebron has asked for a lighter sentence.

Givati soldier requests lighter prison sentence

Near Hebron

Two IDF vehicles stuck, Arabs throw rock and explosives at them

Two IDF jeeps rescued after being stuck in Palestinian Arab town of Beit Ummar. Terrorists throw rocks and explosives at the soldiers.

Two IDF vehicles stuck, Arabs throw rock and explosives at them

66% of Israelis support soldiers' right not to hear women sing

New survey shows nearly two-thirds of Israelis believe soldiers shouldn't have to attend events at which women sing, unless they wish to.

66% of Israelis support soldiers' right not to hear women sing

Military police trickery:

Troops came to file complaint, MPs waited to investigate them

Soldiers who went to file complaints against their attackers were met by military investigators who were investigating them.

Troops came to file complaint, MPs waited to investigate them

The rabbi who attended seven IDF marches in two weeks

Yeshivat Lev Hatorah's Rabbi Dudi Winkler accompanied his lone soldier students, on seven different marches over the past two weeks

The rabbi who attended seven IDF marches in two weeks

Father of soldier from Hebron incident: 'My son is a hero'

The father of a soldier who confronted leftist activists in Hebron: 'I expect the chain of command to support their soldiers'

Father of soldier from Hebron incident: 'My son is a hero'

Soldiers suspended in Hebron incident: We were provoked

The soldiers filmed attacking left-wing activists claim that the footage shows only part of the incident.

Soldiers suspended in Hebron incident: We were provoked

IDF soldier suspended for punching left-wing activist in Hebron

IDF soldier documented punching activist, while another yells: "Ben Gvir will restore order here". Both soldiers suspended.

IDF soldier suspended for punching left-wing activist in Hebron

In preparation for Netanyahu:

Israel's 'Air Force One' returns to the skies

State airplane "Kanaf Tzion," grounded by PM Lapid, set to resume service within weeks.

Israel's 'Air Force One' returns to the skies

Outpost security chief fired:

Security chief accused of collaborating with Hilltop Youth

"He stymied the work of the ISA's Jewish Department."

Security chief accused of collaborating with Hilltop Youth

Arab terrorist killed as Israeli group visited Joseph's Tomb

Terror suspects arrested in raids overnight, while terrorist gunned down during attack on IDF forces securing visit to Joseph's Tomb.

Arab terrorist killed as Israeli group visited Joseph's Tomb

Hesder Rabbis:

'We advise our students not to enlist in the Armored Corps'

Rabbi Yaakov Medan and Rabbi Amichai Gordin from Yeshivat Har Etzion apologize to students after IDF cancels men-only officer's course.

'We advise our students not to enlist in the Armored Corps'

Religious leaders livid:

IDF cancels for men only training course

Religious Zionism rabbis are seething after a separate course for men in the armored brigade was cancelled by the army.

IDF cancels for men only training course

Jenin: 3 terrorists wounded in gun battle with IDF soldiers

Terrorist responsible for shooting attacks captured during raids. Three terrorists shot while attacking soldiers.

Jenin: 3 terrorists wounded in gun battle with IDF soldiers

Army Commander:

'Attack on soldier won't hurt IDF ties with Hebron Jews'

After an Israeli citizen attacked a soldier in Hebron over the weekend the commander charged with the region addresses the city's residents

'Attack on soldier won't hurt IDF ties with Hebron Jews'

Chief of Staff condemns violence against soldier in Hebron

'Shameful and criminal' attack by Israeli civilian on Israeli soldier requires 'rapid lawful response,' IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi says.

Chief of Staff condemns violence against soldier in Hebron

Watch: Haredim dance with soldiers in Hebron

Following conclusion of Shabbat in Hebron, a group of haredi yeshiva students gather to dance, lift two IDF soldiers onto their shoulders.

Watch: Haredim dance with soldiers in Hebron

Following Ariel attack:

Hundreds of permits to be revoked from terrorist's relatives

Defense Minister Gantz approves cancellation of hundreds of permits in Israel for family members of Ariel terrorist.

Hundreds of permits to be revoked from terrorist's relatives

IDF prepares to demolish home of Ariel terrorist

Security forces map home of terrorist who murdered three Israelis near Ariel, ahead of its demolition.

IDF prepares to demolish home of Ariel terrorist

Chief of Staff:

'Operation Break the Wave to continue' after deadly stabbing'

IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi visits scene of stabbing attack near Ariel where 3 Israelis were murdered today.

'Operation Break the Wave to continue' after deadly stabbing'

'I see the spirit repeatedly and the spark in your eyes'

IDF awards Operational Service Award to various IDF units involved in counterterrorism activity.

'I see the spirit repeatedly and the spark in your eyes'

Soldiers kill one during suspected terror ramming attack

IDF soldiers targeted in apparent terrorist ramming attempt, opening fire and killing one and wounding another.

Soldiers kill one during suspected terror ramming attack

IDF ammo theft:

Investigation shows gaps in security, multiple false alarms

The results of the preliminary investigation into the infiltration of the Tznobar were presented to the commander of IDF Northern Command

Investigation shows gaps in security, multiple false alarms

Former Chief of Staff:

'I see no problem with the rules of engagement'

Gadi Eizenkot, MK-elect & former Chief of Staff, says party won't join Netanyahu gov't, claims 'no problem' with current open fire policies.

'I see no problem with the rules of engagement'

Ammunition stolen from IDF base in northern Israel

Circumstances of the theft are being investigated by the military police.

Ammunition stolen from IDF base in northern Israel

Historic:

In first, senior IAF official visits Kingdom of Bahrain

'Visit continues the strengthening of relations, cooperation, between IDF and militaries of the region.'

In first, senior IAF official visits Kingdom of Bahrain

For over a decade:

Lebanese farmers cross into Israeli territory to harvest olives

IDF allows Lebanese farmers to harvest in olive groves that cross into Israeli territory near a number of Lebanese villages in the area.

Lebanese farmers cross into Israeli territory to harvest olives

IDF thwarts weapons-smuggling attempt in Jordan Valley

IDF, Israel Border Police and “Yagal” Unit forces thwarted a smuggling attempt of five weapons in the Jordan Valley area.

IDF thwarts weapons-smuggling attempt in Jordan Valley

Appreciation event for outstanding soldiers in Break the Wave

Citations, Certificates of Excellence and Certificates of Appreciation given to commanders, soldiers in Operation Break the Wave.

Appreciation event for outstanding soldiers in Break the Wave

First-ever haredi hesder yeshiva enters 2nd year of operation

Netzach David, Israel's first-ever haredi hesder yeshiva, enters second year of operation, integrating Torah learning with combat service.

First-ever haredi hesder yeshiva enters 2nd year of operation

Second time in two days:

IDF thwarts drug smuggling attempt on Egyptian border

Soldiers spotted several suspects attempting to smuggle drugs over the southern border troops arrived at the scene and thwarted the attempt

IDF thwarts drug smuggling attempt on Egyptian border