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IDF girl power: ‘Let’s stop talking about equality and focus on winning’

Four female combat soldiers from elite IDF units who fought on multiple fronts say more women will follow, noting that in battle, performance, not preference, defines the mission

Gal Ganot | 01.15.26

Hamas rebuilds as Gaza ceasefire deal enters next phase, IDF warns

As US-brokered ceasefire enters phase II, terror group retains at least 10,000 fighters, vast tunnel networks, cash reserves, rocket workshops and Qatari backing, raising fears it will stage a false front to gain from long-term truce terms

Yoav Zitun | 01.15.26

IDF soldier indicted for spying for Iran, leaking military secrets

Soldier allegedly shared sensitive photos, weapons data and base footage with Iranian intelligence in exchange for money; officials warn of growing espionage cases and call for tougher, faster sentencing to deter future collaborators

Yoav Zitun | 01.15.26

Thousands of women take the frontline as combat service hits record highs

New data show 8,500 women served in combat roles in 2025, more than double 2020 levels, with about 5,000 enlisting last year alone, nearly a tenfold rise compared with a decade ago

Yossi Yehoshua | 01.14.26

After Rafah clash, IDF warns Hamas attacks likely to continue

Six Hamas terrorists were killed after crossing the Yellow Line near Khan Younis and Rafah and opening fire on troops, in what the military said was a planned attack involving gunfire and explosive devices

Yoav Zitun | 01.14.26

At 44, chemistry teacher enlists in IDF after canceling religious exemption

Dr. Naama Rubinstein canceled a religious exemption to enlist, balancing military service with research, teaching and family life — and offering her students a living example of leadership, service and choice

Tamar Trabelsi-Hadad | 01.13.26

Armed men impersonate Israeli soldiers to rob jewelry store in Palestinian city | Watch

The team of masked suspects carrying weapons and driving a vehicle with an Israeli license plate robbed a jewelry store in Ad-Dhahiriya; They were arrested after a chase by IDF forces; PA security forces arrested the leader and returned some of the loot

Einav Halabi, Elisha Ben Kimon | 01.13.26

Partner of fallen IDF soldier Josh Boone says they planned future together: ‘The war took toll on his soul’

Josh Boone discussed marriage and children with his partner Keren before he was found dead in his Beersheba home; the IDF offered to recognize him as a soldier who died after service, but his family is seeking fallen soldier status

Gal Ganot | 01.13.26

Western Wall stone to be returned from Defense HQ in Tel Aviv to Jerusalem

The stone, which weighs about 6 tons, will be returned to Jerusalem in the coming days; part of a broader initiative to restore ancient stones from the Western Wall that were placed in various locations across Israel over the years

Shilo Freid | 01.13.26

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IDF says Iran protests are 'internal matter' as rumors spark public alarm

False reports of shelter openings in Tel Aviv fueled escalation rumors, prompting the IDF to say Iran’s protests are unrelated to Israel, while stressing readiness for surprise scenarios as mayors said shelters could open if needed

Yoav Zitun, Lihi Gordon | 01.12.26

IDF plans postwar future amid US aid cut fears and election uncertainty

More than two years after Oct. 7, and amid election and budget risks, the IDF launches a new five-year plan, preparing for a massive force buildup as a possible alternative to US aid, despite no guaranteed funding

Yoav Zitun | 01.12.26

Josh, a lone soldier from US, dies after hundreds of reserve days; family seeks IDF recognition

After U.S.-born lone soldier Josh Boone was found dead at home, family and friends seek a military funeral and IDF recognition, citing his long reserve service and post-traumatic stress despite his not being on active duty

Gal Ganot | 01.12.26

The IDF can’t do it all, it's time to scale back

Opinion: Haredi enlistment remains unlikely, and the IDF must stop fixating on absent recruits and clearly define its limits; with a growing troop shortage, it's time to cut missions, because fewer soldiers means greater risk and reduced capability

Nahum Barnea | 01.12.26

Disguised as civilians, Hamas scouts exploit Gaza lull to spy on IDF troops

IDF warns it may take years to uncover Hamas tunnels on Israeli side of yellow line, some beneath army outposts; troops race to locate them ahead of possible pullback; Hamas resumes rocket production and may be using drones for smuggling

Yoav Zitun | 01.12.26

Hezbollah reporter goes live as Israeli airstrikes erupt behind him in southern Lebanon | Watch

The IDF says it struck seven Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon using more than 30 munitions, including an underground weapons storage facility, after issuing evacuation warnings to residents of Kfar Hatta

Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | 01.11.26

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