 Iran accidentally blocks own naval port by sinking fake US carrier in wrong placeMock US naval carrier sinks in shallow water at entrance to Iran's main naval port, presenting danger to any ship which passes over it. Watch: Navy thwarts smuggling of weapons to Hamas in GazaNavy and Shabak forces catch terrorists in vessel trying to smuggle weapons to Hamas from the maritime area in the northern Sinai. New agreement between Ministry of Defense, Israel ShipyardsMoD will purchase a large floating dock from Israel Shipyards for the maintenance of the Israel Navy’s submarines and Sa’ar 6 corvettes. Chief of Staff tests Navy's battle readinessChief of Staff Aviv Kochavi holds first of new form of examination of capabilities of Israeli Navy. Israel leads international naval exercise "Mighty Waves"Joint naval exercise between Israeli, US, French, and Greek navies concludes. Israel hosts 'Mighty Waves' four-nation naval drillsMultinational 'Mighty Waves' naval training drill brought together forces from Israel, US, France, and Greece at Israel's Haifa port. Nighttime naval rescue near Jordan borderNaval police successfully complete rescue of vessel whose engine stalled in Gulf of Eilat. On board were four adults and four children. Meet the new class of the IDF's elite submarine unitAfter months of grueling navy training, these young men to become new generation of soldiers under sea on IDF's best, newest submarines. Israeli naval commandos awarded General Staff citationIDF chief of staff accepts recommendations of awards panel, also deciding to grant awards to navy missile ship and submarine flotillas. 'You protect the country, filled with a sense of mission'President Rivlin visits Israeli Navy, during which he tours Gaza maritime border and Tamar gas rig. Naval soldier hospitalized after accidentally eating LSDReserve soldier discharged after bringing LSD to base in toffee balls which fellow soldier unknowingly ate. Watch: IDF troops take control of foreign cargo shipIDF receives report of arson aboard foreign cargo ship, works with captain to find, arrest, stowaway. Navies of US, Greece, and Israel finish joint exerciseSpokesman says the drill helps teach navy how to deal with the various challenges of keeping open maritime routes to Israel in times of war. 'Iran is trying to bypass sanctions via the sea'Prime minister speaks at navy cadets course graduation ceremony. "The navy will have a more important role as Iranian attempts expand." Iran TV cartoon shows Ghadir sub sinking US aircraft carrierIran airs computer-generated animation of US aircraft carrier, four destroyers sunk by Iranian Ghadir-class submarine. Watch: Israeli Navy trains for combatElite Shayetet 3 unit destroys 'enemy vessel' with ship-to-ship missiles in training exercise. Letters from American students to Moshe Dayan revealedOn 51th anniversary of INS Destroyer Eilat sinking, letters revealed sent by LA students to Dayan including donation to purchase new ship. Joint French-Israeli naval exerciseFirst of its kind exercise between French and Israeli navies prepares both nations for Middle East warfare. Navy tests new torpedo systemIDF completes test of new, more advanced torpedo system that is ready for use in all of Israel's submarines. Watch: Israeli navy shoots down drone in training exercisesIsraeli ship shoots down drone as part of missile boat training exercises. Meet the Israeli Navy's newest purchase - the SeahawkIsraeli Air Force experiences drastic leap in capabilities with purchase of the Seahawk, the sibling of the venerable Blackhawk helicopter. Naval Iron Dome operationalAir Force completes deployment of battery in warship, conducts successful test;System is to protect strategic sea facilities. Inside the most challenging course in the IDFArutz Sheva joins the IDF's Naval Captain's course to see what the future commanders of Israel's ships and submarines must go through. Navy uses 'smart sonar' to combat Hamas commandosNew 'Simba' sonar system can tell difference between terrorist infiltrator at sea and civilian swimmers and marine life. Massive IDF wargames involving tens of thousands of soldiersForces to simulate infiltration and takeover of northern village as well as massive fire and IDF attack against enemy in air, land and sea. A glimpse into one of the world's most powerful shipsArutz Sheva tours the US Navy aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush Watch: Patrol forces surround the South Korean PeninsulaDue to escalating tensions between the US and North Korea, the US Navy conducts new training exercises. 'It is impossible to be a religious naval officer now'A 19-year-old yeshiva student who had intended to enlist in the Israeli navy tells Arutz Sheva why he may give up on the course after all. IDF commandeers Zaytouna shipThe IDF commandeered the Zaytouna ship before it arrived in Gaza. There were no injuries. Watch: Exercise of IDF Navy and US MarinesIDF and U.S. special forces conducted a joint exercise in the Negev: "Kaya Green" which simulated a coastal raid in enemy territory. IDF reveals its deep-water diving bellUnique underwater chamber enables Yaltam scuba divers to operate at depth of 100 meters. Iran set to return U.S. soldiers later todayIranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Zarif says sailors to be returned to U.S. navy very soon. Navy is 'ready for any threat that comes its way'Surpirse multilevel integrated training scenario illustrates high level of readiness in the navy and commando units. IDF exercises tackle ISIS, abductions, rocketsSurprise drill ran air, ground, and naval forces through a series of 'worst case scenarios.' Israel successfully tests 'Iron Dome for ships'IDF holds successful test of the Barak 8 surface-to-air missile which will help secure Naval vessels. Ya'alon Blasts Flotilla 'of Hypocrisy and Lies'Defense minister welcomes navy action against flotilla, warns ships only aim to allow weapons to Gaza to be turned against Israeli citizens. Navy Takes Over Flotilla ShipIDF naval fighters board the Swedish Marianne vessel that was attempting to break the blockade on Gaza. No injuries reported. Watch: Joining the IDF Patrol Boat SquadArutz Sheva accompanies the #914 Patrol Boat Squad of the Israeli Navy. Iran Readies for War, Raises Security LevelAs Iranian gears up for a possible showdown with Saudi Arabia over Yemen, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dismissed what “American threats." Israeli Navy's Secret Submarine FleetIsrael's nuclear-capable INS Tanin able to operate deep within enemy territory - to lethal effect. IDF Appoints First Female Navy CaptainCaptain Or Cohen will be transferred to a warship as a deputy commander, and later Cohen will be given her own ship. 'Marine Intifada': IDF Arrests Gaza Fishermen'Systematic' breaching of naval borders goes on unabated, with Israeli navy forced to open fire and arrest seven Gazans. Marine Intifada? Skirmishes Rise Along Gaza CoastFisherman bait Israeli naval forces along 6-km nautical border, officers say - and may be looking to reel in intelligence, not food. Israel Welcomes Fourth Nuclear Stealth SubmarineNetanyahu calls new INS Tanin 'a clear and pointed message to Israel's enemies'; navy flotilla welcomes most expensive IDF craft. Israel to Receive Fourth 'Dolphin' SubmarineState of the art vessel, the most expensive piece of hardware in the IDF's arsenal, will significantly boost Israel's naval capabilities. Netanyahu Calls UN to Investigate HamasSpeaking before naval cadets, PM Netanyahu says the IDF is the most moral army in the world. IDF to Decorate Soldiers for Bravery, CourageSenior officers say a large-scale project launched to determine who will be decorated; Lt. Eitan, Shayetet 13 likely among them. The Israeli Navy's 'Silent Commandos' in GazaThe IDF may be primarily using airstrikes to hit Hamas and other terrorists, but the navy is playing a significant role of its own. IDF Calls Up 40,000 Reservists to 'Hit Hamas Hard'Cabinet okays massive call-up, signalling imminent ground offensive. Gaza death toll hits 14, including senior Hamas commando. Navy Fires at Gaza Boats, Injuries ReportedIDF naval force fired at Arab boats that strayed from permitted zone. Gaza press reports two wounded by Egyptian navy. Israel's Naval Commandos Rescue FishermenShayetet 13 soldiers rescue five civilians whose fishing boat sank off Haifa. Iran Thanks U.S. for Rescuing FishermenIran's Foreign Ministry thanked the United States Saturday for rescuing 13 of its fishermen from pirates.UK Warns Iran: 'Don't Close Strait of Hormuz'Britain is warning Iran it may resort to military action if Tehran attempts to close the Strait of Hormuz to Western oil shipping. Surprise IDF Navy Drill as Iran Ends War GamesThe IDF staged a surprise drill at its base at the port of Haifa as Iran completed “war games” that included a threat on Israel. 100th Submariner's Course GraduatesNavy Commander tells soldiers, "From now, covertness and lethality will characterize your mission." IDF: Maritime Terror ‘Daily Occurrence’The IDF’s Ashdod-based Navy unit deals with terrorist activity on a daily basis, security reconnaissance commander “D” says. Navy has New Commander: Ram RutenbergRutenberg replaces Eliezer Marom who was Navy Commander for 4 years and has completed 38 years' service. |
