Reservists

IDF recovers remains of final hostage Ran Gvili after covert operations in northern Gaza

The military rushed to find Gvili's remains as the clock ticked down for Israel to reopen the Rafah Border Crossing.

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 Reservist exercise in the North. January 17, 2024

Israel approves $1.9B aid package for reserve soldiers

 IDF soldiers operate in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, May 8, 2025.

Qatari, Turkish presence on Trump's Gaza board could push Israel toward major reserve call-ups

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Court jails Palestinian man for spitting on female IDF officer on bus, entering Israel illegaly


Reservists without a home? Mizrahi Tefahot Bank has a special benefit for you

The bank offers reservists a loan of up to NIS 100,000 as part of a mortgage, without interest or linkage and without opening fees. Conditions: 90 days of service and the status of being homeless

 Reservist exercise in the North. January 17, 2024

WATCH: 'Kids are dying without an end goal for the war': Moms of reservists slam expanded Gaza ops.

Mothers of IDF reservists share their experiences of having sons serve in Gaza and Lebanon, along with reactions to the next round of fighting.

 IDF soldiers from the 146th Reserves Division begin operations in southern Lebanon.

IDF moves soldiers from Syria, West Bank to north Gaza

The security cabinet agreed to expand operations in Gaza on May 2, with the IDF's plan to include military control of the area, PM Netanyahu stated.

IDF expanded their military acticity in the area of Daraj Tuffah in Gaza City to expand the security zone in the area on April 12, 2025.

Netanyahu's coalition should take notes from Israel's real leaders: IDF reservists - opinion

The government's continuation of the war without clarifying an end goal is a stain on the country and a slap in the face to reservists.

 IDF reservists joining the "David Brigades," the five new reservist brigades announced by IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, December 17, 2024.

Israeli gov't must lay out logic of expanded Gaza operation to the public - editorial

If the government once again asks the public to brace for a prolonged and intense campaign, it owes it a clear explanation of intent.

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. July 25, 2024.

From protest to duty: How Gaza war recast the Israeli reservist ethos

As Israel expands its Gaza campaign, reservists who once questioned the system now report for duty.

Army boots hang on a wire during a protest where military reservists sign pledge to suspend voluntary military service if the government passes judicial overhaul legislation near the defence ministry in Tel Aviv, Israel July 19, 2023.

From surge to strain: Why Israel's reservists are no longer rushing back - analysis

After nineteen months of war and national debate, the intensity of feeling among reservists has begun to wane.

 IDF soldiers operate, eliminate Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist in Gaza, April 21, 2025.

A home for those who defend the home: This is the country’s independence gift to reservists

To mark Israel’s 77th Independence Day, the Israel Land Authority offers 900 plots to IDF reservists and disabled veterans under special terms. Find out if you're eligible and how to apply.


Cabinet approves response to Houthis, IDF investigates interception failure

IDF announces two fallen soldiers • IDF mobilizes thousands of reservists • Military probe reveals failure of Golani troops on Oct. 7 • Netanyahu slams Qatar

 Israeli security forces at the site where a missile fired from Yemen hit an area of Ben-Gurion Airport, May 4, 2025

IDF calls up tens of thousands of reservists for increased pressure on Gaza

Despite the scale of orders sent out, the numbers will still be far below those that went out in October 2023.

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. July 25, 2024.