While searching the compound, soldiers located underground infrastructure and hideouts equipped with logistical and medical supplies for prolonged stays, military tents, and pits stocked with weapons.
The IDF confirms that the Shayetet 13 naval commandos arrested a Hezbollah operative in the coastal town of Batroun.
Exactly 27 years ago, in September 1997, 12 of Defense Minister Gallant's comrades and subordinates from Shayetet 13 were killed in action against Hezbollah. On Friday, Israel eliminated the terrorist responsible.
The IDF has released helmet-cam footage showing the naval commandos transferring the rescued hostages from the Yamam and ISA forces to the helicopters that took them home.
Shayetet 13 Company Commander LTC A. summed up the IDF's activities in Shifa Hospital in Gaza which have entered their sixth day.
Minister Gallant explained that the IDF is operating in Khan Yunis differently than in other areas. 'It’s a cross-stage effort. There, we focus on reaching Hamas’ leadership and on the hostage issue.'
A member of the Shayetet 13 naval commando unit has been conducting special operations in Gaza for months despite an injury in his leg.
The exercise was intended to strengthen cooperation and professional dialogue between the IDF and US Armed Forces.
Shayetet 13 Naval commando unit uses expertise in compressing oxygen for diving tanks to assist people on ventilators during COVID-19 crisis
Boy who sustained 147 shrapnel wounds from Gaza rocket at 16 months old overcomes disability to join elite Shaletet 13 unit.
Elite Tier-1 special forces will now serve 8 years, and will include academic degree. Combat soldiers to get pay raise as well.
Energy Minister Yuval Steinitz's brother-in-law detained for questioning in police probe of submarine deal, nicknamed 'Case 3000.'
Israeli Navy rehearses civilian vessel takeover and hostage abduction.
Maj. Gen. (res.) Marom warns of long-term damage if combat soldiers are not reassured that the state supports them.
Soldiers simulate neutralization of enemy force at sea, ship malfunctions, evacuation of casualties by helicopter.
Shayetet 13 soldiers take over Liberian ship that may be en route to Gaza. No weapons found yet.
Israel's naval commando unit, Shayetet 13, was chosen by IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz as the top brigade of 2011
Prime Minister Netanyahu called IDF CoS Benny Gantz to extend plaudits to the Shayatet-13's successful boarding of the French flotilla ship.
Member's of Israel's naval commando guided the French flotilla ship Dignite al Karama into the port of Ashdod without incident.
Turkish authorities refused to grant the Mavi Marmara permits thereby making it impossible for the infamous ship to lead this year's Gaza flotilla.
Noted American professor among those to receive Begin Prize for his activities promoting Israel.
Navy Commander meets families of 12 soldiers killed 13 years ago in Naval Commando raid on Hizbullah in Lebanon.
