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The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) is the military force responsible for safeguarding the security of the State of Israel. Comprising of ground, air, and naval components, the IDF plays a central role in defending Israel's borders, conducting operations, and maintaining a state of readiness.

IDF conducts multi-location strikes in Gaza Strip

The IDF said it is operating at several sites in Gaza, mainly around the European Hospital, where the IDF attempted to assassinate Hamas head Mohammed Sinwar.

  Private Arthur Gessner, who fell in combat in April 1949.

IDF locates body of soldier who died in 1949, was buried as part of mass IDF grave

A ceremony will be held in Rehovot, at which Gessner's name will be added to the headstone of the collective burial site containing all three bodies, the IDF confirmed.

15/05/2025
  IDF evacuates a wounded soldier; illustrative

Blood transfusions on the battlefield, under an hour to evacuate: A look at the IDF Medical Corps

The military published statistics surrounding the activity of the IDF Medical Corps during the Israel-Hamas War so far.

  IDF seizes arms during counterterrorism operation in Tammun and Tubas, May 15, 2025.

IDF seizes arms during counterterrorism operation in Tammun, Tubas, West Bank

IDF forces are continuing the search for the terrorist responsible, the military added.

IDF intercepts Houthi missile as Trump meets with UAE president

IDF strikes targets throughout Gaza • Body of soldier lost in 1949 located • Terror attack kills pregnant woman in West Bank, politicians react

Fallen Hebrew Israelite soldier posthumously given Israeli citizenship

Sgt. Elishai Young fell in battle in the Gaza Strip in October 2024.

By AVICHAI HAIM , JERUSALEM POST STAFF
15/05/2025

IDF issues warnings to Houthis with no attack after Yemen fires twice in one day

The warning was sent at 9:45 a.m. on Wednesday, following a similar warning against the Houthis on Sunday, in which the IDF also did not actually attack.

IDF resumes strikes near target area of Mohammed Sinwar

The IDF attempted to assassinate Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar on Tuesday in a strike on the European Hospital in Khan Yunis in Gaza.

Father of Golani soldier defends Edan Alexander: ‘He saved my son’s life’

Edan Alexander volunteered to remain on base on October 7, 2023, which allowed Simon's son to go home.

14/05/2025

Hamas Rafah brigade commander probably killed in IDF strike on Sinwar

Mohammad Shabanah was potentially next in line to lead Hamas; New next in line: Gaza Brigade Chief al-Hadad.

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