IDF General Staff

How October 7 reshaped the IDF

According to a report, the IDF has introduced sweeping changes to its defense doctrine, readiness plans and command structure after October 7.

“Now is the time to defeat Hamas"

IDF General Staff pressing to renew fighting in Gaza

Senior officials in the Israel Defense Forces General Staff are pushing for a renewal of military operations in the Gaza Strip, arguing in closed-door discussions that “the best time to defeat Hamas is now."

IDF activated 'Shadow General Staff' amid Iran tensions

In preparation for potential attack by Iran during Operation Rising Lion, IDF activated its 'Shadow General Staff' for the first time, ensuring command continuity in the event of a strike on Israel’s military leadership.

Minister Katz:

US President's support is a strategic asset that we must maintain

Minister of Defense Israel Katz addressed the General Staff Forum on Wednesday in its first meeting after Eyal Zamir assumed the position of Chief of Staff.

Following survivors' testimonies:

IDF to investigate deaths of 13 hostages in Be'eri

The IDF will probe the deaths of 13 hostages in a house in Be'eri and if Brigadier General Barak Hiram ordered a tank to fire on it.

IDF names first female military secretary to the President

​​Brig-Gen. Naama Rosen Grimberg will be third female member of General Staff Forum.

Netanyahu: We face terror attacks every single day

PM attends Rosh Hashannah toasts with various security organizations, including IDF General Staff and Shin Bet.

Defense Minister: Israel Can Rely on IDF

Speaking at toast for Independence Day, Moshe Ya'alon praises IDF general staff for their professionalism and experience.