Spitz, who was seriously injured in Gaza and lost his hand and both legs, spoke excitedly about his selection. "I hope we fulfill the national mission until victory."
IDF initial inquiry finds that the 52nd Battalion's commander was hit by either shrapnel or ricochet from a shell fired by Israeli forces during a pursuit in southern Lebanon.
Paratrooper Brigade forces eliminated the terrorist squad that wounded ten soldiers during a clash.
Eight IDF soldiers were wounded in southern Lebanon after an explosive drone fell, including two in moderate condition and six lightly injured.
Ari Spitz, who lost an arm and two legs in Gaza and went through a tough road to recovery, has been selected to light a torch at the Independence Day ceremony.
Sergeant Liran Ben Zion, 19, from Holon, fell during combat in southern Lebanon; additional officer injured.
Six IDF soldiers injured, three of them seriously, by Hezbollah antitank fire and UAV in southern Lebanon.
Two IDF officers severely injured, seven others moderately injured, as a result of Hezbllah fire in southern Lebanon,
Two soldiers seriously injured, five lightly injured, during nighttime operations in southern Lebanon.
A reserve soldier was severely injured as a result of a rocket fire toward IDF troops in Lebanon. In the same incident, a reserve battalion commander and another reservist were lightly wounded.
IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir visited Rambam Health Care Campus and met with IDF troops who were wounded during operations in southern Lebanon as part of Operation Roaring Lion.
IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin visits H., IDF company commander wounded for a second time during fighting in southern Lebanon. 'You are true heroes, the entire nation of Israel owes you so much.'
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich reports slight improvement in condition of son Benaya, who was injured during IDF operations in southern Lebanon.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visits Galilee Medical Center to thank staff who treated his wounded son and fellow soldiers.
Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich spoke about his son, Benaya Hebron, who was wounded in a mortar attack on the Lebanese border.
Injured IDF soldier regains consciousness, communicating with those around him following head surgery, hospital says.
Two Givati Brigade soldiers moderately injured by antitank fire, IDF says.
Son of Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich injured during military operation in Lebanon, family says he is doing well.
Two IDF soldiers moderately injured as result of anti-tank fire toward troops operating in southern Lebanon.
IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist behind multiple deadly attacks on soldiers.
Terrorist frees himself from handcuffs, attacks female IDF soldier at military base.
The "Nachala" movement held a march toward the ruins of the Nisanit settlement. A special moment occurred when a soldier who lost his leg planted a tree next to the fence.
Terrorists open fire at IDF forces near 'yellow line,' severely injuring one reservist. IDF: 'Gross violation of ceasefire.'
After IDF soldier Moshe Chaim Alush was critically wounded by an antitank missile attack, doctors gave him a very slim change to survive. Today, he returned home.
IDF and ISA arrest terrorist who fired towards IDF soldier in Shechem, along with additional suspects.
A cadet from the Officers' Training School Gefen Battalion was severely injured as a result of a training accident at an IDF base in northern Israel.
Haredi soldier Haim Treitel, who was injured by sniper fire in Gaza and now helps integrate other haredi soldiers into the IDF, signs on for career service. 'It's never enough to contribute to the State and the nation.'
Hamas terror group violates Gaza ceasefire agreement, detonates explosive device against IDF forces in Rafah. 'Israel will respond accordingly.'
IDF soldier Ofir Engelsman, who lost his leg in the war, visited a Tel Aviv mall menorah that was extinguished last week, recording a message of solidarity and resilience.
Defense Minister Israel Katz visits Sheba Medical Center, offering encouragement and support to injured IDF soldiers and their families, and promising to support them throughout their journey.
Two IDF soldiers injured when explosive device detonates during operations to clear southern Gaza of terror infrastructure.
IDF reports that 82,400 injured soldiers are being treated in the Rehabilitation Division, about 22,000 of them from the current war. Ministry of Defense warns of a worsening situation by 2028.
Rabbi Liraz Zeira, a Chabad emissary and IDF officer wounded in Syria, received an emotional welcome from singer Avraham Fried during the Yud Tes Kislev “Tzama” celebration in Jerusalem.
Defense Minister Israel Katz visits IDF soldiers wounded in Hamas' violation of Gaza ceasefire, offering support and promising to destroy Hamas.
Three reservists severely injured, three others moderately and lightly injured, in clashes with Jaama Islamiya terrorists in Beit Jinn, near the peak of Mount Hermon.
Sergeant (res.) Ari Spitz, a Givati soldier critically injured in the war against Hamas, dances at a friend's wedding using prosthetics, praising his friends' dedication.
At the opening ceremony for the Hadassah Hospital Rehabilitation Center, Prime Minister Netanyahu shared how the patients inspired him.
Two soldiers moderately injured, 10 lightly injured, in operational collision on Gaza border.
IDF soldiers operating in Tubas area in Samaria suffer moderate injuries after terrorist hurls explosive device at them.
President Trump and Knesset members cheer for Ari Spitz, who was critically injured in a bomb explosion in the Zeitoun neighborhood in Gaza six months ago, losing a hand and both legs.
Master Sergeant (Res.) Shmuel Gad Rahamim, injured earlier this week in combat in southern Gaza, succumbs to his wounds.
Rabbi Liraz Zeira, who was seriously injured by a landmine explosion in southern Syria and lost both of his legs, is determined to heal and .
A terrorist infiltrated a forward IDF outpost on Yom Kippur in the perimeter area of central Gaza and was killed in a firefight with soldiers.
Reserve officer severely injured in Syria explosion, evacuated for medical treatment.
Injured IDF soldier Ophir Engelsman demands War against Hamas continue to victory. 'We were not wounded in vain; we did not lose limbs — arms, legs — for us to go and surrender to the enemy.'
Two soldiers moderately injured in separate operational accidents in Gaza.
Ten IDF soldiers were lightly injured in the accident. They were evacuated to Barzilai Hospital in Ashkelon.
Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto bursts into tears before wounded soldiers. 'Ashamed to look at your faces.'
The Rehabilitation Division of the Ministry of Defense is currently treating a record number of 81,700 wounded, including 31,000 mental cases. Every month, about 1,000 new wounded are admitted.
Paratroopers lightly injured by explosive device at Nitzanei Oz Crossing, near Tulkarm.
IDF Namer vehicle drives over explosive device in Zeitoun; all soldiers evacuated for medical care.
IDF eliminates Hamas sniper who injured IDF soldier; artillery swoops in to eliminate terrorists, aiding ground troops.
Soldier in the Desert Reconnaissance Battalion severely injured in an operational accident in the communities near the Gaza Strip. Another soldier sustains moderate injuries in the same incident, two others lightly injured.
IDF soldier severely injured after being crushed by elevator at military base in central Israel; circumstances under investigation
officer in the IDF's Desert Reconnaissance Battalion (585) and a reservist tracker in the Southern Brigade severely injured in combat in southern Gaza.
Tom Bivtikov, who was severely injured in the head during a battle in Jabalia and spent a month in a coma, returned home after eight months of medical rehabilitation.
Soldier in IDF's 71st Armored Corps Battalion, 188th Brigade, severely injured by mortar fragment during combat in Gaza.
Platoon Commander and Combat Engineering soldier were severely injured by an explosive device in the southern Gaza Strip. Another soldier moderately injured in the incident
A combat engineering officer and a reservist severely injured during combat in southern Gaza; IDF notifies their families.
Yeshivat Pirchei Aharon urges students and alumni to dedicate prayers and study for the full recovery of Kobi Hershtel, injured in recent Gaza battles.
