Israelis would do well to consider the police, Hanin Zoabi and the secondary goals of the manhunt
By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency
The IDF and Israeli security forces have continued their operation over night to locate the three abducted boys while decimating the Hama terror infrastructure in Judea and Samaria.
Army raids Nablus-area refugee camps, arrests terror suspects, confiscates weapons, ammunition
Sheikh Hassan Yousef is one of the founders of Hamas, and is currently one of its leaders in Judea and Samaria.
IDF hit weapons storage and manufacturing facilities, as well as a command post.
By Shalom Bear
Palestinian Legislative Council Speaker and Hamas terrorist Aziz Duweik was arrested during the search for the missing boys.
The head of the yeshiva the missing boys attends sent out a message calling for prayers and gratitude to the IDF.
A senior IDF officer said the IDF believes the boys are alive and in the Hebron area.
The IDF has begun redeploying soldiers and even entire combat platoons for the purpose of finding the children kidnapped by Hamas in Gush Etzion
The IDF search operation to find the kidnapped boys has been called "Shuvu Achim" - "Return Brothers"
The IDF arrested 80 wanted terrorists overnight as the search continues for the kidnapped boys. Almost all those who were arrested are members of Hamas in Judea and Samaria, and some are from Islamic Jihad.
The Cabinet will hold its weekly meeting in Tel Aviv on Sunday to be close to the Kirya IDF headquarters.
Israel's chief rabbis led prayers Saturday night at the Western Wall for the safe return of boys kidnapped by terrorists.
Two Hamas sites and two Islamic Jihad sites were hit in southern Gaza. Two Hamas sites were hit near Gaza city.
IDF released videos of the search
Prime Minister Netanyahu met today with former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and asked him to support Israel's fight against Arab terrorism. "You know that we are fighting terrorism. Our policy is simple – we will strike at those who would strike at us. Yesterday, the IDF and the ISA carried out a precise operation and […]
By Rachel Levy
Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon says Israel 'won't ignore the fire' and 'will know how to lay its hands on' whoever threatens Israel.
By Shalom Bear
Hamas Policeman and Global Jihad terrorist, Awar had shot missiles at Israel, but was planning something even bigger.
A Gaza-based PA official claims he wanted to travel to Brazil for the World Cup, but Israel has blocked him from going.
Prime Minister visits IDF, Border Police troops, thanks for help scuttling terror attempts in Samaria
Syrian Rebels are claiming that Israel fired the anti-tank missiles after 2 mortars landing within Israel.
By Rachel Levy
The prime minister's office plans to finance defense by relocating central region IDF bases and selling the land.
Listen to the audio from last night's terror attack, and other surprises.
By Shalom Bear
An Arab terrorist was killed by return fire after shooting a group of soldiers at Tapuach Junction Monday night, wounding one.
By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency
In a single day, Israeli planes will be able to strike thousands of terror targets and expand the IDF’s achievements during extended operations.
Int'l media and leftwing groups keep struggling to prove the IDF killed two Arab teenagers, while their own video "evidence" contradicts their claims.
By JTA
Missile defense system has proved about 80 percent effective in previous rounds of fighting against Palestinian terrorists
Former IDF Chief Rabbi Mordechai Piron has passed away at the age of 93, the second to serve in the position.
Additional fatality from 2010 attack brings Mavi Marmara toll to 10; Ankara rejects Israel 'compensation' offer
The attack happened between Ariel and Tapuach Junction on Road 5.
The IDF caught 2 Arab terrorists outside the town of Migdal Oz in Gush Etzion on Friday night.
IDF troops spotted a terror cell planting a bomb at the entrance to the Jalazoen refugee camp.
A routine inspection discovered an M-16 rifle in the Arab driver's car.
By Roman Mokrinsky / Tazpit News Agency
A lone soldier doesn’t have the support of parents or family who can help with many issues. The Center provides a home and support to some 5,000 soldiers who cannot go home to their parents.
In Eman Mohammed's TED interview were wildly false accounts of IDF ethical standards and actions.
Syrian border has been quietist in Israel for more than 40 years. Could al-Qaeda on the border change that?
By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency
Brig. Gen. Tevet-Wiesel spoke to global military representatives on the IDF’s opportunities for women, which are considered advanced relative to those of other armies.
IDF soldiers fought their way through gunfire and Molotov cocktails to arrest suspected terrorists in Samaria.
By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency
Corporal Diego Tapia, 28, is not your typical IDF soldier. Born a Catholic, in Bogota, Colombia, Diego discovered Judaism during his research in university, converted and immigrated to Israel. After completing three years of study in Yeshiva in Jerusalem he enlisted in the IDF.
By Shalom Bear
The US denies President Obama had any role in the German decision to cancel the promised discount.
The IDF issued a directive to military units to release all Lone Soldiers next Thursday. Simultaneously, the IDF has invited all civilian agencies to attend to all these Lone Soldier's needs at one time, on that day.
Aliya support organizations to host event for immigrants who have left their families in order to serve the Jewish state.
The goal is to integrate young people with disabilities in the IDF and prepare them for an independent life in Israeli society.
The IDF captured a terrorist just as he was about to throw a firebomb at a car near the southern entrance to Efrat.
By Shalom Bear
Let Uri Geller tell you how long you have to run for cover from a missile attack. Who's the idiot behind this idea?
A Bedouin IDF soldier was arrested after posting comments on Facebook calling for "Death to Jews" and praising Hitler.
Israel Police arrested an eight-month pregnant woman in Yitzhar before dawn Wednesday on suspicion of incitement.
Speaking at the opening Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day) ceremony at the Kotel, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz said, “From our nation’s wall of memory that we stand before tonight, from these stones of hope that have accompanied our country in our fight for life and our dreams of peace, from this place […]
IDF and the Jerusalem College of Technology (Machon Lev) have teamed up to create the first pre-army military academy (mechina) for the haredi community. There are 16 students in the inaugural class at Yeshivat Derech Haim, located in the Bayit Vegan neighbourhood of Jerusalem. Students will spend two years involved in full-time yeshiva study, […]
By Shalom Bear
For 40 years, the family of Tzion Tayib have been fighting for proof their son's body was found and buried in the Har Herzl military cemetery - it wasn't.
A wrong turn that nearly ended in disaster - but didn't.
IDF cancelled jail time it ordered for three battalion commanders in the Hetz unit - one of them an officer - who participated in the "David Hanachlawi" Internet protest, according to a report in Nana10. Many, many thousands of IDF soldiers have participated in the protest, and over 115,000 Israelis have Liked the Facebook page. […]
By Shalom Bear
Rabbi Shalom Dov Wolpe's organization often awards IDF soldiers and civilians.
He didn't even need to wait for peace talks. IDF arrested and released the brass knuckles wielding Arab in the "David HaNachlawi" video.
Thursday 3:47 PM: 100,000+ people have liked the page showing support for David of the Nachal Unit. Thursday 2:12 PM: 97,776 people have liked the page showing support for David of the Nachal Unit. Thursday 10:33 AM: 91,071 people have liked the page showing support for David of the Nachal Unit. Thursday 7:44 AM: 83,270 people have liked […]
Five soldiers were called into questioning by a Colonel from their unit in response to the photo of themselves they posted on the internet. The soldiers had posted a photo showing support for David "HaNachlawi" Admon, as have many thousands of other IDF soldiers. IDF senior brass are upset and concerned by what some are […]
By Shalom Bear
Tens of thousands of angry IDF soldiers are displaying grassroots support for IDF soldier, "David the Nachlawi", who may go to jail following a premeditated Arab instigation.
Ze’ev’s childhood dream was to wear a uniform and be farmer. First, it was a nightmare. In Israel, it was a dream come true.
Two Arab terrorists attempted to stab an Israeli security man in Hebron, on Sunday afternoon. One of the terrorists was captured, the second managed to escape. IDF forces are searching for the second terrorist. The Israeli man was not injured in the attack.
By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency
Parents of a 1 month old infant, who was unable to breath, quickly brought her to an IDF checkpoint near Beit El on Friday night where a medical officer on site managed to revive her.
A terrorist released in the Gilad Shalit deal was recaptured after he threw a firebomb. The Shalit terrorist, along with another terrorist, were captured by the IDF after they threw 4 firebombs at the Gush Etzion checkpoint.
A survivors’ daughter serving in the IDF brings pride and joy to a Holocaust survivor.
Border Police in Yitzhar’s yeshiva have plenty of time on their hands to learn a bit of Torah.
The IDF has announced it will begin to offer Israeli Christians the chance to enlist in Israel’s army.
The IDF has stocked up for Passover, and hopes the citizens will enjoy touring the countryside (but don't hike in any minefields).
The lack of runways in Israel’s strategic hills in the Golan, Judea and Samaria and the Negev make helicopters essential for defense.
Streets were blocked, garbage burned, and some general mayhem ensued after a Haredi draft dodger was arrested.
Lockheed Martin CEO Marillyn Hewson toured the Israel Aerospace Industries plant at Ben Gurion Airport Thursday, when executives told her that the first pair of wings for the DF-35 stealth fighter will be produced by September. IAI is scheduled to manufacture more than 800 pairs of wings in the next several years as the F-35 […]
Gazan terrorists shot at an IDF patrol near Kissufim. No soldiers were injured in the attack. The IDF fired back at the source of fire.
Israel successfully launched its “Ofek 10” satellite Wednesday night from the Palmachim Air Force Base near Tel Aviv. The satellite has photo capabilities in all weather conditions and at night and is expected to bolster Israel’s intelligence system and security.
By Anav Silverman, Tazpit News Agency
A new “Samson” military transport plane purchased from the United States, was inaugurated into the IAF today at the Nevatim airbase near Be’er Sheva.
Tit-for-tat retaliation for terror is a form, of Russian Roulette that leaves southern Israel living on miracles.
“You shall set up judges and police…in all your cities…and they shall judge…[with] righteous judgment.” – Devarim, 16:18.
Two Israeli Merkava tanks crossed the electronic fence on the northern border and entered Lebanese territory Tuesday, the Lebanese-run National News Agency reported. The IDF refused to confirm or deny the report, and military spokeswoman explained to The Jewish Press, “We do not comment on reports from foreign media.” The Lebanese news agency claimed that […]
Fifty settlers raided and ransacked on Tuesday an IDF outpost that was manned by six soldiers who were deployed there to defend their attackers and neighbors in the community of Yitzhar, in northern Samaria. An IDF spokesman told The Jewish Press that the soldiers did not suffer any injuries, contrary to a report in Ynet […]
Five structures in Yitzhar were demolished by security forces late Monday, despite fierce resistance from residents.
Two suspects were caught Monday morning planting a bomb near the Gaza security fence.
By Shalom Bear
30,000 Haredim recently received their permanent IDF exemptions, but now the Haredi community isn't meeting their minimal draft quotas.
There at least two ways to stop mortar shells. Kill the terrorists or kill the mortars. Guess which one Israel chooses?
Terrorists in northern Gaza shot at an IDF patrol near the Gaza security fence early Thursday afternoon as attacks on soldiers become almost daily. No one was injured. The army maintains a small base on the outskirts of kibbutz, located in the Western Negev.
An unidentified gunman, possibly an Egyptian soldier, shot through the windshield of IDF jeep Wednesday evening, shattering glass that caused light injuries to one soldier during an Israeli maneuver to stop smugglers. The army said it could not identify the source of the rifle fire. Israeli soldiers at the border also came under fire on […]
Investigators have determined that the soldier who claimed he was attacked by three Arabs in the Pisgat Ze'ev neighborhood of Jerusalem, made up the story, and the attack never happened. The determined this in part by contradictory statements given by the soldier and from examining the site of the alleged attack. No explanation was provided […]
An IDF soldier was stabbed in the neighborhood of Pisgat Ze'ev, Jerusalem, on Thursday morning.
The Israeli Navy Wednesday morning thwarted an attempt to smuggle what may have been explosives form Egypt into Gaza. After two “fishing” boats encroached on international waters and refused orders from the Navy to stop, soldiers opened fire and hit the vessels, setting off secondary explosions. Two Arabs suffered light to moderate wounds. Arab sources […]
9,400 Mishloach Manot packages were delivered to IDF soldiers on Purim.
During an IAF flight over the Mediterranean on Monday, an F-16 pilot suffered from vertigo and wasn't able to fly the plane.
Israeli security forces and soldiers lifted a gag order Monday and revealed they have arrested a Palestinian Authority terrorist cell from Samaria that carried out shooting attacks and a firebomb attacks in the past several months. They attacked Israeli motorists near Kedumim, located three miles east of the Karnei and Ginot Shomron communities in central […]
By JTA
Three for the price of one.
By Shalom Bear
The IDF discovered a 4th terror tunnel from Gaza. Watch the video of its discovery.
By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency
The course was designed to boost Ultra-Orthodox youth motivation to enlist, and allay religious concerns.
The inevitable failure of the "peace talks" alreasy are exploding in Israel's collective face.
Israel soldiers killed a 15-year-old boy who was attempting to damage the security fence south of Hebron Wednesday and refused to heed soldier'warnings to halt. Palestinian Authority media came up with a new idea for the youth’s approaching the security fence. In Gaza, the suspects usually are described by Arab media as playing soccer or […]
A bomb exploded along Israel's border with Syria, four soldiers were injured, one seriously.
Lebanon’s Hezbollah-backed Al Manar satellite network claimed on Tuesday that the bombing of an IDF patrol at the Syrian border was a kidnap attack, but the terrorist organization frequently makes such claims after attacks. Israel has not responded to the report. However, Israeli media reported that soldiers were trying to approach and arrest a suspicious […]
It was no coincidence when Netanyahu said that the Negev will be a cyber capital and that no rockets will be fired at it.
Unfortunately, it was only as matter of time until Syrians wounded Israeli soldiers.
One of the lessons the IDF learned from the Second Lebanese War is how terrorists blended in with the scenery.
IDF border patrol hit by explosive device Friday evening, IDF shelled Hezbollah site in response.
By JTA
The Israel Defense Forces called up a limited number of reservists following a second day of rocket attacks from Gaza on southern Israel.
The IDF held its fire after a couple of post-ceasefire attacks, but enough is enough.