How the Israeli Navy plans to intercept the Gaza flotilla

Naval commandos are training for several different scenarios as the ship of

Chief of Staff:

'We will destroy everything, above ground and below'

The Chief of Staff addressed the expected expansion of the operation in Gaza, saying that the IDF has begun calling up tens of thousands of additional soldiers to expand the operation.

Chief of Staff:

'Don't be fazed by Hamas' ironed uniforms'

'The Hamas operatives standing in freshly pressed uniforms are the same terrorists who, before the ceasefire, were afraid to face you,' IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi tells Shayetet 13 soldiers.

Details of rescue operation

The drama behind the recovery of the body of Oron Shaul

A special unit of the Shin Bet and Shayetet 13 acted hours before the Gaza ceasefire came into effect and managed to recover the body of Oron Shaul. Now, the details of the dramatic operation are being revealed.

Bodycam footage:

Naval commandos raid compound intended for infiltration of Israel

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.

New details emerge about the raid deep in Lebanon

The IDF confirms that the Shayetet 13 naval commandos arrested a Hezbollah operative in the coastal town of Batroun.

27 years later:

Defense Minister shares personal closure from strike on Hezbollah

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.

Helmet-cam footage:

Shayetet 13 commandos escort rescued hostages to helicopters

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.

Shifa Hospital

Commandos uncover weapons hidden among medical supplies

Shayetet 13 Company Commander LTC A. summed up the IDF's activities in Shifa Hospital in Gaza which have entered their sixth day.

Shifa Hospital: 'Focused, selective, precise'

The commander of the Shayetet 13 commandos details the operationin the Shifaa Hospital in Gaza.

Minister Gallant to Naval commandos:

'No right to stop as long as hostages are in Gaza'

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.'

Naval commando fights for months on injured knee

A member of the Shayetet 13 naval commando unit has been conducting special operations in Gaza for months despite an injury in his leg.

IDF exposes and destroys Hamas compound on Gaza Coast

Forces identified several tunnel shafts leading to a network of hundreds of meters of Hamas terror tunnels.

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Terror tunnels under Gaza's Rantisi Hospital exposed

In a joint operation of soldiers from the Yahalom Unit and engineering soldiers, the tunnel infrastructure and shafts were destroyed.

Gallant to naval commandos:

'This will be a short break; intense fighting will follow'

The Defense Minister told Shayetet 13 commandos to prepare to apply more pressure on Hamas which only understands force.

New footage of Gaza hospital where hostages were held released

New footage shows raid of the Rantisi children’s hospital in Gaza City by the Navy's Shayetet 13 commando unit and the 401st Armored Brigade

Prime Minister to IDF sailors:

'You are warriors - lions of the sea'

PM Netanyahu visited the Ashdod Naval Base and sailed off the coast of southern Israel.

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IDF naval commandos raid Hamas targets from sea

Shayetet 13 commandos entered Gaza from the sea and destroyed Hamas terrorist infrastructure.

Helmet-cam footage:

Dramatic liberation of IDF post by Navy commandos

Elite Shayetet 13 naval commando unit killed 60 Hamas terrorists, captured 26, and rescued 250 hostages.

Gallant to naval officers:

'Israel is prepared for any scenario on land, sea, or air'

Defense Minister visits elite Flotilla 13 (“Shayetet 13”) of the Israeli navy.

IDF and US 5th Fleet conclude exercise Juniper Spartan

The exercise was intended to strengthen cooperation and professional dialogue between the IDF and US Armed Forces.

'I was thoroughly impressed':

CENTCOM Commander in Israel, visits naval commando unit

Head of US Central Command's visit focuses on continued cooperation and the strengthening of relations between the IDF and CENTCOM.

Watch: IDF's top 5 elite units

You may be familiar with some of these from famous movies and TV series - but what do they actually do and who's behind them?

Naval unit converts diving oxygen tanks into ventilators

Shayetet 13 Naval commando unit uses expertise in compressing oxygen for diving tanks to assist people on ventilators during COVID-19 crisis

Watch: US, Israeli navies practice taking over enemy ship

Scenarios practiced include taking over ship, extracting force from enemy territory.

Israeli naval commandos awarded General Staff citation

IDF chief of staff accepts recommendations of awards panel, also deciding to grant awards to navy missile ship and submarine flotillas.

Teen injured as baby by Gaza rocket joins top IDF commando unit

Boy who sustained 147 shrapnel wounds from Gaza rocket at 16 months old overcomes disability to join elite Shaletet 13 unit.

Watch: Israel's Navy SEALs practice freeing ship from terrorists

A rare look into the elite Shayetet 13 naval commandos and the methods they use to take over a hijacked ship.

IDF revamps its elite special forces

Elite Tier-1 special forces will now serve 8 years, and will include academic degree. Combat soldiers to get pay raise as well.

Steinitz family member arrested in corruption probe

Energy Minister Yuval Steinitz's brother-in-law detained for questioning in police probe of submarine deal, nicknamed 'Case 3000.'

Former Shayetet 13 commander arrested over 'submarine affair'

The commander, decorated for his service during the Yom Kippur War, was arrested as part of the ongoing investigation.

New commando unit head is ex-Gush Katif resident, Bible expert

The new head of the Shayetet-13 naval commando unit is a former winner of Israel's Bible Competition who once lived in Gush Katif.

Watch: IDF Naval commando hostage rescue training

Israeli Navy rehearses civilian vessel takeover and hostage abduction.

'Turkey deal breaks pact written in blood of the fallen'

New petition by army reservists demands that Supreme Court prevent transfer of funds to Gaza flotilla terrorists as part of Turkey deal

Jerusalem's Security Tightens With Help From Israel's SEAL Unit

Day after synagogue attack, large police presence in Jerusalem. Meanwhile, police agree to let 23 Navy commandos volunteer for civil guard.

IDF Commandos Raid Gaza Rocket Compound

Soldiers from the Shayetet naval commando unit raid compound from which long-range rockets had been fired.

Watch: Soldiers Sing Shabbat Songs En-Route to Iran Weapons Ship

Having set sail to intercept Gaza-bound weapons shipment Saturday, Israeli Navy soldiers still managed to celebrate Shabbat at sea.

Ex-Navy Chief: Commandos Upset over Apology

Maj. Gen. (res.) Marom warns of long-term damage if combat soldiers are not reassured that the state supports them.

Preparing for Persian Gulf?

Navy Commandos in Largest Drill in Decade

Soldiers simulate neutralization of enemy force at sea, ship malfunctions, evacuation of casualties by helicopter.

Naval Commando Boards Suspect Ship

Shayetet 13 soldiers take over Liberian ship that may be en route to Gaza. No weapons found yet.

Shayetet 13 'Most Exemplary Brigade' of 2011

Israel's naval commando unit, Shayetet 13, was chosen by IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz as the top brigade of 2011

Netanyahu Lauds Naval Commandos

Prime Minister Netanyahu called IDF CoS Benny Gantz to extend plaudits to the Shayatet-13's successful boarding of the French flotilla ship.

Naval Commandos Escort Flotilla Ship Into Ashdod

Member's of Israel's naval commando guided the French flotilla ship Dignite al Karama into the port of Ashdod without incident.

Mavi Marmara Nixed From "Freedom Flotilla 2"

Turkish authorities refused to grant the Mavi Marmara permits thereby making it impossible for the infamous ship to lead this year's Gaza flotilla.

Alan Dershowitz Receives Begin Prize

Noted American professor among those to receive Begin Prize for his activities promoting Israel.

Navy: Unencrypted UAV Signal May Have Caused 1997 Disaster

Navy Commander meets families of 12 soldiers killed 13 years ago in Naval Commando raid on Hizbullah in Lebanon.

Lessons from the Gaza War, IV:Body Counts as Propaganda