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Hezbollah outlet claims IDF struck southern Lebanon after drone attack intercepted over Israel
The IDF successfully intercepted the drone launched from Lebanon without any casualties being reported. Sirens were triggered in parts of northern Israel during the incident.
Haredi enlistment to combat units jumps 30% as over 250 men join IDF in recent draft cycle
From midrasha to the IDF: A journey toward serving Israel - opinion
An enemy from within: How Gazan militias became Hamas’s new nightmare - analysis
Israel fears Syria's Sharaa is rearming while courting global legitimacy, defense official warns
A senior defense official told Walla that Sharaa’s troops were not currently at a high level of operational readiness, but that he had already held several brigade-level exercises.
Religious Zionism has lost sight of Rav Kook’s ethics - opinion
Rav Kook united Zionism, holiness, and universal justice. Today’s Religious Zionism too often puts settling the land above ethical values.
IDF, Shin Bet capture Hamas's Internal Security chief during joint operation in Gaza Strip
The IDF's daring operations in Gaza captured international media attention, but their strategic significance is unclear at this time.
Warriors of Israel rebrands as over 90,000 wounded Israeli veterans need lifelong care, community
The organization is the official US branch of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization, established after the War of Independence with the goal of rehabilitating wounded soldiers.
US strikes Iranian targets in Bandar Abbas after US Embassy warns of ‘potential for escalation’
Trump says Iran will be ‘totally wiped out as a country’ • Iran says it will no longer exercise restraint with US • Explosions heard in Jordan
Givati situation must teach IDF it has no time for diversions by religion, egalitarianism - comment
As the IDF incorporates more religious soldiers and more women, it will need to demonstrate common sense, sensitivity, and flexibility.
Israel Navy acting to deter Turkish maritime aggression as Ankara encroaches on areas of interest
The Jerusalem Post understands that the IDF is on high alert for any new Turkish moves by sea, land, or air, including in areas near Greece, Cyprus, and Syria.
New IDF West Bank chief appointed in wider deal between Zamir, Katz
Maj.-Gen. Dado Bar Kalifa currently serves as the IDF Manpower Directorate chief. IDF chief Zamir had previously stated he would not make any senior appointments until 2027 due to elections.
Israel Navy's first female corvette commander expected to earn further promotions - exclusive
Lieutenant-Commander "R" broke the glass ceiling in February when she became the first female missile boat chief, but is expected to break more in the future after excelling in the role.
Hezbollah shifts to guerrilla warfare, drone strikes as terror group prepares for prolonged war
The IDF has encountered several individual Hezbollah operatives in the area over the past several months, which the Alma center said supports the possibility of a continued Hezbollah presence.