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הלווייתו של רועי בית יעקב בבית העלמין הצבאי בהר הרצל

IDF releases official casualty numbers from war: 891 fatalities, suicides up

Military reports most fatalities in single conflict since Yom Kippur War and expresses concerns with upward trend in suicides, recruiting hundreds of mental health professionals to address crisis

Yoav Zitun | 01.02.25

20 minutes to impact: How Israel's daring Syria raid crippled Iran’s missile plans

Commentary: In September, IDF commandos raided a Syrian missile facility, destroying planetary mixers vital for producing solid rocket fuel for Hezbollah and Syria; airstrikes forced guards into hiding as troops rappelled in to strike

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.01.25

Experts warn of Israeli intelligence lapses after seized documents show Hamas’ tactical depth

Captured Hamas documents reveal years of meticulous intelligence gathering on Israeli border towns, exposing blind spots in Israel’s security and intelligence efforts that experts say were exploited during the Oct. 7 attack

Keren Setton / The Media Line | 01.01.25

'One of the riskiest operations': Inside Israel's high-stakes commando raid in Syria

In September, Israeli commandos raided an advanced Iranian underground missile facility near Masyaf, used for precision missile production; troops eliminated guards and retrieved key documents before destroying site with explosives

Yoav Zitun | 01.01.25

As more people leave Israel than ever, some choose to make it their home

Citing security concerns, cost of living and frustration with growing entanglement of religion and state, one woman chose New Zealand for safety and stability; another left a comfortable life in the Netherlands, saying her heart still belongs in Israel

Nina Fox, Alexandra Lukash | 01.01.25

El Al ends free air miles offer for reservists after surging demand

Flag carrier says gave out 1.8 billion air miles to 81,000 reservists who served over 200 days during the war, following public criticism over its exorbitant ticket prices

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 01.01.25

Under UNIFIL's nose, Hezbollah turns Lebanon village into terror base

Naqoura, a coastal village housing UNIFIL HQ, served as a base for Radwan’s planned Galilee invasion; homes stored weapons and explosives, while orchards concealed rocket launchers targeting Israel; 'It’s impossible to believe peacekeepers saw nothing'

Yair Kraus | 01.01.25

Foiling terror attacks, collaborating with the IDF: Shin Bet's year of recovery

Analysis: Despite Hamas' efforts to ignite violence in West Bank and Israel, security agency reports 40% drop in successful terror attacks; partnering with IDF in Gaza, operatives target Hamas leaders, search for hostages and work to minimize soldier casualties

Ron Ben-Yishai | 01.01.25

מעצר המחבלים בבית החולים כמאל עדואן בעזה

IDF says it has sealed off hospital used as 'terror base'

Forces say Adwan Hospital in Jabaliya, used as a Hamas terror hub; Over 600 civilians, 240 terrorists arrested, and 20 killed, on top of weapons, explosives and tunnels found at al-Shifa Hospital during similar operations; world press claims forceful evacuation of innocents

Yoav Zitun | 12.31.24

'You’re almost home': Emotional call between hostage IDF soldier and rescuers

Over a year after her rescue from Gaza, Shin Bet recording reveals operative comforting Ori Magidish in her first moments out of captivity; 'You're brave, one of a kind. Your parents are waiting'; a trembling Magidish softly replies, 'I'm okay'

Yoav Zitun | 12.31.24

Severely wounded soldier undergoes 3D skull reconstruction

Saar Ganor undergoes multiple surgeries, long rehabilitation and a skull reconstruction at Soroka Medical Center using 3D technology; Dr. Michael Pesis: 'This is the medicine of the future'

Sharon Kidon | 12.31.24

Armored Corps? Israeli soldier rescues injured tortoise during southern Lebanon operation

IDF soldier finds injured tortoise in enemy territory; named 'Tzadal' (South Lebanon Tortoise) by his unit, it’s now recovering at Ramat Gan Safari and will be released in Israel

Ilana Curiel | 12.31.24

Soldiers stationed on Mount Hermon face dangerous conditions

IDF soldiers on the Syrian Golan face unclear strategic goals as rising tensions with local residents sparks concern; Commanders question the mission’s necessity as troops balance defense, humanitarian efforts, and extreme conditions in a volatile and complex environment; A blizzard could put them in mortal danger

Yoav Zitun | 12.30.24

צה"ל ושב״כ סיימו פעילות ממוקדת לסיכול טרור באופן מדויק במרחב בית החולים האינדונזי

The IDF is stuck in an endless tango with Hamas in Gaza

Opinion: Israel continues its futile dance against its weakest enemy in the Strip by taking a step forward at the cost of fatalities and injuries followed by a step back that allows terror to resurface

Amichai Attali | 12.30.24

הלוויה של המחבל סעיד עטאללה עלי מפקד ב חמאס

IDF officials: 'Find Hamas alternative before any deal or we'll return to October 6'

Senior military officials warn that the lack of a clear policy for Gaza could allow the terror group, severely weakened in combat, to regain political control; 'We will lose the achievements of the war,' they caution

Yossi Yehoshua | 12.30.24

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