IDF Chief of Staff

Hareidi Brigade Wins IDF Chief of Staff Prize

Nahal Hareidi makes history by winning the prestigious prize for the first time, enjoys sharp rise in enlistment despite Knesset debates.

Video: IDF COS Prays for Soldiers and the State at Rachel's Tomb

The IDF Chief visited the Tomb of Rachel Sunday, where he recited the prayer for the welfare of the IDF, as well the prayer for Israel.

INDCAA Studies Tech Impact

Exclusive: A7 Interview with Maj. Gen. Ben Reuven on Iron Dome

Major Gen. (res.) Eyal Ben Reuven, Israel National Defense College AA Chairman, talks about the venue for IDF conceptual analysis.

Israel Agrees to Pay Mark-Up on Sixth Dolphin-class Submarine

Israel has decided to purchase a sixth Dolphin-class submarine from Germany at full price despite objections from the IDF brass..

Gantz Urges Calm As IDF Strikes On Gaza Continue

IDF Chief of Staff has urged Gaza area civilians to be calm as the IDF strikes back; Barak says Israel won't tolerate it; US condemns bus attack

Comptroller: Incoming IDF Chief Lied to Authorities

State Comptroller Micha Lindenstrauss says incoming IDF Chief of Staff Maj.-Gen. Yoav Galant lied to authorities over construction at his home.

Ex-Chief of Staff Tzvi Tzur - and Black Sabbath - Remembered

This past Friday marked the sixth anniversary of the death of Israel’s sixth IDF Chief of Staff, Tzvi Tzur – sometimes known as “the Invisible.”

Yair Naveh Appointed Deputy Chief of Staff

Former head of Central Command will be highest ranking religious officer in IDF.

Report: Potential Suspect in Galant Document

Israeli police announce they have a potential suspect in Galant document, and clear IDF of any involvement in its leak.

Ashkenazi Makes Historic State Visit to India

IDF Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi is traveling to India for the first state visit ever to be conducted to that nation by an Israeli military head.