Israel Defense Forces

IDF Chief Vows to Keep Politics Out of Military Amid Aryeh Deri's Criticism

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir asserts he will keep politics out of the military amid attacks from Shas leader Aryeh Deri. The IDF is preparing to resist political manipulation bef…

Israeli Civilians Spotted After Spending a Day in Syrian Territory Near Golan Heights

Israeli civilians crossed into Syrian territory near the Golan Heights and were found after a day, with the IDF preventing further crossings and condemning the acts as dangerous a…

Hezbollah Warns Lebanese Army of Military Resistance to Disarmament Efforts Including in Beirut

The Lebanese army has begun deploying in southern border areas as part of a pilot agreement with Israel to clear Hezbollah weapons, but Hezbollah threatens military resistance inc…

Lebanese Army Deploys in First Pilot Zone as Israel Prepares Withdrawal from Second

The Lebanese army has deployed in the first pilot zone north of the Israeli security zone as part of a phased security handover agreement, with Israel preparing to withdraw from a…

Senior Israeli Officer Says Iran Fears Israeli Military Involvement Amid US-Iran Clashes

After US-Iran clashes escalate, Israel awaits President Trump's approval to join the fight, with a senior Israeli officer noting Iran fears Israeli involvement. The US has struck…

IDF Prepares Withdrawal from Lebanon Pilot Zones Amid Concerns Over Lebanese Army's Hezbollah Readiness

The IDF is set to withdraw from pilot zones in Lebanon, handing over responsibility for remaining terrorist sites to the Lebanese army, amid Israeli concerns about the army's read…

IDF Arrests Over 60 Suspects and Seizes Weapons in Major West Bank Operation

The IDF conducted a major operation in the West Bank, arresting over 60 suspects and seizing weapons, drones, and bomb-making materials to prevent terrorist attacks. The campaign…

IDF Fires Interceptor at False Target Over Southern Gaza Strip

The IDF launched an interceptor missile at a false target over southern Gaza, with no alerts triggered and no security threat, as the incident is investigated.

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Senior Hamas Commander Involved in Hostage Holding and Terror Planning

The IDF and Shin Bet killed Anas Hamdan, a senior Hamas commander involved in hostage holding and terror planning, in Khan Yunis on July 16, 2026.

IDF Kills Hamas Platoon Commander Involved in Hostage Holding and Release Ceremonies

The IDF and Shin Bet killed Hamas platoon commander Anas Hamdan in an airstrike near Khan Yunis. Hamdan was involved in holding Israeli hostages, including Avera Mengistu, and in…

Professor Avi Shagi, Leading Jewish Studies Scholar, Passes Away at 72

Professor Avi Shagi, a leading scholar of Jewish studies and philosophy at Bar-Ilan University, died at 72. He was known for integrating universal morality within Jewish tradition…

Israeli Military Charges Palestinian Suspect in 2007 Murder of Ido Zoldan

Shadi Jumaah was charged by the Israeli military for the 2007 killing of Ido Zoldan, following his recent arrest in Qalqilya during a joint Israeli security operation.

IDF Conducts Multiple Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Overnight and Morning

The IDF executed multiple airstrikes in southern Lebanon overnight and this morning, targeting villages in the Tyre and Nabatieh districts with fighter jets and drones.

Itamar Ben Gvir Labels Gadi Eizenkot an 'Extreme Leftist' Amid Political Clash

Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir attacked Gadi Eizenkot over his comparison of Yosef Haddad to Mansour Abbas, calling Eizenkot an extreme leftist and accusing him of past security…

Netanyahu Seen as Leading Candidate Despite Responsibility for October 7 Failure

Benjamin Netanyahu is held responsible for the October 7 security failure but is seen as the leading candidate due to his strategic shift since then. Many challengers were part of…

IDF Implements New Policy to Protect Reservists with Mental Health Disabilities

The IDF has enacted a new policy to better protect reservists with over 30% mental health disability, freezing previous removal procedures and enhancing confidentiality and appeal…

Israeli Military Intelligence Overhauls Field Operations After October 7 Failures

In response to the October 7 intelligence failures, Israeli Military Intelligence is reforming its field operations by doubling intelligence officers, embedding forward units, and…

Former Israeli National Security Chief Warns Hamas Is Rebuilding Like Hezbollah, Urges Stronger Action

Meir Ben-Shabbat warns Israel to prepare for Iranian retaliation and Hezbollah threats amid US-Iran tensions. He stresses maintaining security in Lebanon and Syria, preventing Ham…

Rafael Chairman Calls for Public Listing to Compete with Global Defense Firms on Talent and Funding

Yuval Steinitz, chairman of Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, urges the Israeli government to allow Rafael to go public to compete globally for talent and funding. He warns that wi…

US Completes Sixth Consecutive Night of Airstrikes on Iran Targeting Bridges and Military Sites

The US completed a sixth night of airstrikes on Iran, hitting military and infrastructure targets including bridges and bases, prompting Iranian drone attacks on US positions in t…

Autistic Lieutenant Gal Breaks Barriers as First from Autism Class to IDF Officer

Israeli Knesset Votes to Keep Mandatory Military Service at 32 Months for Men

The Israeli Knesset voted to keep mandatory military service for men at 32 months, blocking a planned reduction to 30 months set for 2027. The decision affects soldiers enlisted f…

IDF Reports False Alarm Triggered Sirens in Kiryat Shmona Near Lebanon Border

The IDF reported that sirens in Kiryat Shmona were triggered by a false alarm linked to military operations near southern Lebanon.

Israeli Foreign Minister Reveals Hamas Funding of Pro-Palestinian 'Peace Flotilla' Activists

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar revealed at a Washington conference that Hamas finances and controls pro-Palestinian flotillas, collaborating with radical left-wing groups i…

US Expands Strikes on Iran as Israel Prepares for Possible Missile Attacks

The US is expanding strikes on Iran to include infrastructure, warning Israel of potential escalation. Israel prepares for missile attacks but believes Iran avoids direct conflict…

Israeli Police Chief and IDF Chief Strengthen Security Cooperation Amid Rising Challenges

Israel Police Commissioner Danny Levi and IDF Chief Eyal Zamir met on July 5, 2026, to strengthen cooperation between their forces amid security challenges. They committed to enha…

IDF Kills Hamas Squad Commander Involved in October 7 Attack in Northern Gaza

The IDF killed Hamas commander Nihad Riyad Abd al-Rahim Arouq in northern Gaza, who took part in the October 7 attack and was involved in militant training and planning attacks ag…

Israeli Forces Continue Strikes, Kill More Militants in Gaza Amid Rising Civilian Hardship

Israeli forces struck four terror targets in Gaza overnight, killing militants involved in the October 7 attacks, while Gaza residents face worsening conditions amid ongoing milit…

Religious Zionism MK Moshe Solomon to Leave Party After Term Citing Value Drift

MK Moshe Solomon of the Religious Zionism party announced he will not run in the upcoming primaries, criticizing the party for straying from key values of Torah, military service…

Ariel Closes Eastern Gate, Businesses Warn of Economic Collapse

The city of Ariel closed its eastern gate following the IDF's withdrawal of security, causing major traffic delays and economic harm to local businesses. Business owners warn of a…

Israel Aerospace Industries Unveils Hypnosis System to Disrupt Drone Swarms Targeting Strategic Sites

Israel Aerospace Industries unveiled Hypnosis, a new system to disrupt and neutralize drone swarms guided by satellite navigation, enhancing protection of strategic sites. The sys…

Former Labor MK Eli Goldschmidt Launches Right-Wing Party Supporting Netanyahu

Eli Goldschmidt, former Labor MK, is launching a new right-wing party called "Israel Awakens" with retired Brig. Gen. Danny Van Biran. The party supports Netanyahu, opposes a Pale…

Israel Heightens Readiness for Potential Iranian Missile Attack Amid Regional Tensions

Israel is on high alert amid tensions with Iran, preparing for possible missile attacks while intelligence sees no immediate threat. The IDF has outlined scenarios for direct enga…

Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Block Highway 4 Near Bnei Brak Over IDF Draft Arrests

Extremist ultra-Orthodox protesters plan to block Highway 4 near Bnei Brak on Thursday evening against IDF draft arrests, with police preparing road closures and traffic control…

Brigadier General Elad Tzuri Assumes Command of IDF's 99th 'Lightning' Brigade

Brigadier General Elad Tzuri has assumed command of the IDF's 99th 'Lightning' Brigade, replacing Brigadier General Yoav Broner, who will lead the Command and Staff Course. The ch…

Israeli Forces Arrest Senior Figures in Popular Front's Financial Network

Israeli security forces arrested senior members of the Union of Health Committees, a key financial arm of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, after suspicions of re…

Israeli Parliament Approves Controversial Laws Ahead of Dissolution

IDF Destroys Four Hamas Weapons Warehouses in Central Gaza Strip

The IDF struck and destroyed four Hamas weapons warehouses in central Gaza overnight, seizing arms meant for attacks on Israeli forces and civilians.

IDF Misses Purchase of 12 Apache Helicopters Due to Finance Ministry Budget Maneuvers

The IDF missed acquiring 12 Apache helicopters due to budgetary decisions by Israel's Finance Ministry, impacting military procurement plans.

Israeli Military Finds Bound Body Near Lebanese Border for Investigation

The IDF found a bound body near the Lebanese border by Rachaya al-Tultin and handed it to police for investigation.

Thousands of Satmar Hasidim Protest Military Detention Near Kfar Yona Prison

Thousands of Satmar Hasidim are protesting near a military prison in Kfar Yona after two community members were detained for refusing IDF service. The protest is led by the Satmar…

Former Israeli Commander Details Drone Revolution Transforming Warfare and Terror Tactics

Retired Colonel Amiram Dagan reveals how Israel's military drones evolved from simple hobbyist aircraft during the War of Attrition into a critical combat asset responsible for ha…

IDF Kills Hamas Battalion Sniper Leader in Central Gaza Amid Ceasefire Violations

The IDF killed Omar Ahmad Abu Qassem, Hamas's battalion sniper leader, in central Gaza for orchestrating terror attacks against Israeli forces, violating the ceasefire. The strike…

Israeli Government Approves Historic Reform of IDF Wounded Rehabilitation System

The Israeli government has approved a historic reform transforming the IDF Rehabilitation Division into a National Authority to improve care for wounded soldiers. The reform intro…

Israeli and US Defense Ministers Discuss Continued Cooperation on Iran and Regional Security

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and US Defense Secretary Pete Gosseth discussed ongoing military cooperation regarding Iran and regional security threats. They agreed to con…

Israeli High-Tech Must Be Central in Every Party’s Platform, Warns Industry Leader

Idan Tendler warns that despite strong recent financial results, Israel's high-tech sector remains vulnerable and must be a central focus for all political parties. He stresses th…

Eliyahu Yosian Shares His Journey From Iranian Jewish Childhood to Israeli Public Figure

Eliyahu Yosian, an Iranian-born Jewish expert on Iran, shared his experiences growing up in a Muslim education system, facing discrimination, immigrating to Israel in 2003, servin…

Hezbollah Prepares Military Escalation Against Northern Israel Awaiting Tehran's Approval

Hezbollah is preparing for a military escalation against northern Israel, awaiting Tehran's approval to launch attacks on civilian communities. The group is reinforcing positions…