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Emotional tribute:

Baby named after uncle killed in Gaza battle

Ariel Eliyahu's son was named Yedidya Lev after the newborn's uncle, Yedidya Eliyahu, who was killed in battle, during a circumcision ceremony at the hesder yeshiva in Safed.

Inside Lebanon:

IDF intelligence officer reveals challenges of fighting Hezbollah

Lt. S., 21, talks to Arutz Sheva and describes how Lebanon's dense terrain helps Hezbollah conceal weapons and infrastructure, and explains the critical role of battlefield intelligence in protecting Israeli communities.

Military Intelligence assessment

Hezbollah highly likely to join if war with Iran resumes

The IDF assesses that if war with Iran resumes, Hezbollah is highly likely to join the fighting and resume attacks on communities in northern Israel.

2 months as commander

IDF confirms elimination of Hamas Rafah Brigade Commander

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Samir Abu Younis, who replaced the brigade's previous commander following his elimination in September.

Including October 7 attackers

IDF eliminates over 10 terrorists in Gaza

The IDF and Shin Bet say they eliminated more than 10 terrorists in Gaza over the past week, including Hamas terrorists who participated in the October 7 massacre.

Judea and Samaria Division prepares for 2027

The commander of the Judea and Samaria Division and local authority heads met in Ariel to discuss community defense, infrastructure and cooperation between the IDF and local communities.

IDF: Over 93,000 tents enter Gaza ahead of winter

Over 8,600 trucks deliver winter supplies to Gaza, while COGAT and international partners coordinate medical aid and repairs to water and sewage systems.

Campaign for modesty

Religious Zionist rabbis unite to challenge IDF

Religious Zionist rabbis seek to expand assistance for religious soldiers, formulate joint position in dealings with IDF on mixed-gender service.

Iranian spying claims put IDF air conditioners in the spotlight

Soldiers allegesly told to remove Wi-Fi modules from air conditioners at military bases; military officials deny spying claims.

Gaza report:

Senior Hamas official eliminated in IDF strike in Khan Yunis

Sources in Gaza report six people killed in a strike at Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis. The IDF has yet to confirm the reports.

IDF chief at Jordanian border:

Prepare for the unexpected

During a visit to the Jordanian border, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir stresses the Jordan Valley's strategic importance and calls for constant readiness.

Golani yeshiva platoon asks IDF for male fitness instructor

IDF soldiers raise modesty concerns over fitness sessions led by woman, IDF says base will adapt training.

IDF Chief blames October 7 on 'it will be fine' mentality

At a ceremony honoring Yitzhak Rabin, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir says the 'It will be fine' mentality contributed to October 7 and demands accountability.

IDF

Over 91,000 tents, 8,200 trucks of winter supplies enter Gaza

IDF and COGAT advance winter preparations in Gaza, facilitating the entry of shelter equipment, medical supplies, and sanitation infrastructure while working to prevent Hamas from exploiting humanitarian aid.

10 arrested in Samaria over terror network targeting Israelis

Israeli security forces arrest 10 terror suspects in northern Samaria over allegations of establishing a terror network and planning an attack.

11 years underground:

How Israel found Hadar Goldin and destroyed Hamas' tunnel network

After 11 years, Israel brought Hadar Goldin home - then uncovered and destroyed the 16-kilometer Hamas tunnel network where his remains had been hidden, pumping in more than 30,000 cubic meters of concrete.

Excavator used by IDF confiscated in Gush Etzion

The Honenu organization is demanding the return of an excavator used by the IDF during the war, along with tools worth tens of thousands of shekels, to a couple from Gush Etzion.

Olmert lashes out at Central Command chief

Former prime minister Ehud Olmert launches a fierce attack on Central Command chief Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth, accusing him of failing in his duty to uphold the law and protect residents.

From handguns to missile launchers

The officer leading the IDF's equipment return operation

Thousands of items have been collected within days of the launch of the military equipment return operation. Lt. Col. N. of the Home Front Command explains why the IDF decided to allow anonymous returns without prosecution.

Fearing leaks to terrorists

IDF stops informing PA about arrest operations

Following an Arutz Sheva report, the IDF has decided to stop providing PA security forces with advance notice of arrest operations amid concerns that the information could be leaked to terrorists.

Reservist impersonated doctor during Gaza War

An IDF reservist who posed as a licensed physician and performed unauthorized procedures on soldiers in Gaza is sentenced to 30 months in prison.

IDF discovers over 340 Hezbollah weapons in southern Lebanon

Soldiers from the 188th Brigade uncovered anti-tank missiles, explosives, and ammunition in the Beaufort Ridge and Litani River areas.

'Immediately and forcefully'

IDF Chief's stern warning to Hezbollah

During a visit to the Northern Command, LTG Eyal Zamir warned Hezbollah against rebuilding its terrorist infrastructure and ordered accelerated integration of robotic systems into combat units.

Terrorist who held Omer Shem Tov hostage eliminated

IDF and ISA eliminate Jamal Abu Saeed, Head of Operations in Hamas’ military intelligence apparatus who held Omer Shem Tov in captivity.

Watch: Explosive device detonated in Samaria

Israeli security forces locate, detonate, explosive device planted in Nur Shams area.

IDF chief to haredi recruits: 'You'll enter haredi, leave haredi'

Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir tells haredi yeshiva students the IDF is committed to preserving their religious identity during military service: 'We don't seek to change who you are.'

3,500 Hezbollah terrorist sites destroyed in eight months

After eight months of operations in the Wadi Saluki, Qantara, and Litani areas, troops from the IDF's 7th Brigade have completed their mission in southern Lebanon.

The mystery of the 200,000 double envelopes solved

The Election Committee expected 650,000 double-envelope votes, but counted only 451,000 due to a last-minute IDF decision.

IDF commanders reveal details of months inside Lebanon

After eight months of fighting in Lebanon, IDF commanders recount the battles, the tunnels uncovered, and their advance to the Beaufort ridge.

Breaking the Silence spokesperson faces backlash over IDF service

Ayelet Kreuzer, the newly appointed spokesperson for the far-left organization Breaking the Silence, has sparked controversy after accusing the IDF Spokesperson's Unit of manipulating information and misleading the public during the war.

The leaked intelligence helping the Hilltop Youth

Hilltop rioters reportedly received advance details of a Samaria evacuation, set up roadblocks and burning tires, while the IDF declined to address leaks.

Weapon returned to IDF after decades

An Uzi submachine gun, retired by the IDF over 30 years ago, is returned anonymously as a nationwide weapons drive collects over 10,000 items on its first day.

Israel warns Lebanon

Fighting will resume if Hezbollah joins renewed Iran conflict

Fearing Hezbollah could open another front, Israel demands that the Lebanese army redeploy and establish checkpoints in areas where Hezbollah operatives live.

IDF plans AI revolution

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir outlines plans to integrate AI, robotics and unmanned systems into military operations, calling for a revolution in modern warfare.

Disturbing footage from outpost

Tumultuous evacuation near Ariel

Evacuation of the "Ura Yisrael" hilltop outpost near Ariel: A Civil Administration bulldozer struck a residential building while several teenagers were sitting on its roof, causing them to fall.

Israel signs $190M artillery training deal with Elbit

Defense Ministry signs 15-year agreement with Elbit Systems to establish advanced training facility for IDF artillery crews operating SIGMA howitzers, PULS rocket launchers.

IDF eliminated two Nukhba terrorists

The IDF eliminated two Hamas terrorists in separate strikes in Khan Yunis and Nuseirat, including a Nukhba terrorist who infiltrated Kibbutz Nir Oz during the October 7 massacre.

'Preventable failure'

October 7th IDF Chief breaks his silence

Former IDF Chief Herzi Halevi calls October 7 a preventable failure, rejects claims of internal betrayal, and acknowledges Israeli bombs killed hostages.

Watch:

Hezbollah posters found in children's room

IDF troops operating near Al-Khiam uncover weapons inside a civilian home, Hezbollah symbols in a children's room, and a storage site for explosive drones.

Watch:

18 infiltrators arrested in southern Israel operation

Border Police use drone to locate suspects hiding in wooded hills near the Tarkumiya Crossing, directing IDF forces to apprehend them.

Induction Center:

Haredi extremists protesting against IDF recruitment

Dozens of haredi protesters attempt to block the road leading to the IDF Induction Center at Tel Hashomer in protest against the arrest of draft evaders.

Jabo's newly discovered letter leaves his brother shaken

On the anniversary of the death of Ze'ev (Jabo) Erlich, Rabbi Itzik Amitai reveals an unsent letter rebuking his eulogy for his rabbi as dishonoring their family and now asks for public forgiveness.

On The Radio:

IDF releases recordings of terrorist house demolition

Yehuda Brigade Commander Col. Dotan Malul addressed the operation in radio communications released by the IDF, emphasizing that Israeli forces would continue their counterterrorism activities throughout the area.

One week after attack:

IDF demolishes homes of terrorists who murdered two soldiers

IDF forces demolish the Hebron homes of two terrorists who murdered soldiers at Judea Junction just one week after the attack, an unprecedented timeframe.

IDF eliminates Hamas commander involved in holding hostages

The IDF says it eliminated Hamas commander Ihab Abu Taqiya, who was involved in holding numerous Israeli hostages, along with another Hamas commander in Gaza.

Military Humvee vanishes from IDF base

Military Humvee has disappeared from southern IDF base, prompting investigation and warnings of infiltration risk.

IDF voter turnout surges to nearly 80%

IDF voter turnout reaches 79.9%, up 6.2 percentage points from the previous elections and above the national rate of 73.7%, with over 890 military polling stations.

IDF demolishes monuments glorifying terrorists in Samaria

IDF forces demolish decades-old monument honoring terrorists in Madama, additional memorials in nearby villages.

IDF eliminates four Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists in Gaza

The IDF eliminated four Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists in strikes across the Gaza Strip over the weekend, including a Hamas Nukhba cell commander and a sniper who targeted Israeli troops.

Footage from Khan Yunis:

IDF strikes terrorists emerging from tunnel

After IDF troops identified three terrorists exiting a tunnel shaft in Khan Yunis, an aircraft struck the shaft and the terrorists.

'Very serious military failure'

Father of fallen soldier demands answers

In an Arutz Sheva interview, Yuval Shai Svilem's father alleges serious IDF failures, including a faulty weapon and dangerous deployment, and demands answers.

Judea Junction shooting

Dramatic footage: Soldiers rush terrorists and eliminate them

New IDF surveillance footage shows soldiers charging at terrorists and eliminating them during a deadly gunfight near Hebron that claimed two soldiers' lives.

IDF:

Vast majority of olive harvests proceed peacefully

IDF reports 220,000 dunams harvested across Judea and Samaria, with most coordinated activities proceeding peacefully despite recent violent incidents.

30 minutes to stop terror attack: IDF and Shin Bet foil plot

Acting on precise Shin Bet intelligence, IDF troops arrest a suspected terrorist within 30 minutes, foiling a planned attack believed to target Route 60.

500 searches, just two guns?

Questions raised over IDF Hebron operation

IDF forces search over 500 locations and arrest 50 suspects in Hebron following a deadly shooting, but the discovery of just two guns raises questions.

'I'm willing to go to prison':

Bereaved father issues ultimatum

At Sgt. Yuval Shai Svilem's funeral, his sister vows to remain strong, his father demands deportations, and Ben-Gvir recalls meeting the fallen soldier.

IDF eliminates two terrorists who transferred millions to Hamas

The IDF and ISA say the two terrorists helped funnel millions of shekels from Iran and Turkey to Hamas' military wing. A weapons storage facility in central Gaza was also destroyed.

Fearing surprise attack, IDF reinforces troops

The IDF is reinforcing troops, raising alert levels, and suspending leave. A two-day drill will take place in northern and central Israel.

Ahead of elections:

IDF restricts Palestinian workers' entry into Judea and Samaria

The IDF announces restrictions on Palestinian Arab workers entering communities in Judea and Samaria and the Jordan Valley. All land crossings will close on Election Day.

After shooting attack

IDF, Shin Bet launch counterterrorism operation in Hebron

Israeli security forces launch a targeted counterterrorism operation in Hebron following the Judea Junction attack that killed two IDF soldiers and wounded others.