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IDF chief: Next phase of Gaza ground operations to begin soon

Zamir said Operation Gideon's Chariots has severely weakened Hamas, stripping it of key capabilities; he described the offensive as part of a long-term, multi-theater strategy to target Hamas and the broader regional axis, including Iran

Yoav Zitun | 08.17.25

'A duty and a privilege': Mother of 5 joins husband and sons on front lines in Gaza

After her two sons and husband were called up to fight, 48-year-old nurse Shlomit left her hospital post to enlist in the IDF reserves—now treating wounded soldiers alongside her sons in the Armored Corps deep inside Gaza

Gal Ganot | 08.16.25

The last major Hamas stronghold: What awaits IDF in Gaza City

Military have already launched targeted strikes in Zeitoun and Sabra, mobilized 80,000–100,000 reservists and is preparing humanitarian measures for up to a million residents

Einav Halabi | 08.16.25

IDF seals 4-mile Hamas tunnel network in north Gaza's Beit Hanoun

Over four weeks, the IDF used advanced engineering to seal a 7-kilometer tunnel in Beit Hanoun, while documenting maneuvers by the 99th Division near Gaza’s Zeitoun neighborhood as preparations continue for a potential ground operation

Yoav Zitun | 08.15.25

IDF troops given the heads up to prepare for Gaza offensive

Operation not expected to begin before September as the military attempts to allow the forces time to rest and recuperate before begining the next phase of the war; reserve forces also put on alert to expect to be called up next month

Yoav Zitun | 08.15.25

Combat reservist found dead near Tiberias in IDF’s 17th suicide case this year

The IDF's National Intelligence Service has opened an investigation; the officer had fought inside Gaza in recent weeks

Gal Ganot | 08.14.25

Gaza takeover plan could see 100,000 reservists mobilized, IDF estimates

Following Cabinet approval, Eyal Zamir authorizes core concept for capturing Gaza City; deep ground offensive expected to continue well into 2026

Yoav Zitun | 08.14.25

חבריו של אופיר ירוחין ז"ל גוזרים חוגר בקברו

Discharged but not done: Golani soldiers honor fallen comrades at gravesite

Marking end of service, members of Golani Brigade’s 13th Battalion visit graves of 8 comrades killed in Gaza war, cutting their military IDs at burial site of Sgt. Ofir Yeruchin before heading straight into reserve duty amid ongoing combat operations

Gilad Cohen | 08.14.25

יירוטים ברחבי הארץ בעקבות שיגורים מאיראן

Missile launched from Yemen shot down overnight, IDF says

Military reports early-morning launch, with residents in central Israel hearing blasts but no sirens sounding and no early warnings issued

Yoav Zitun | 08.14.25

Senior ultra-Orthodox rabbi: 'The army is idolatry, bloodshed and immorality'

In radio interview, Rabbi Yitzchok Kolodetsky launches blistering attack on IDF and its ultra-Orthodox soldiers, urging public to shun them and calling even the most religious military frameworks a dangerous deception

Shilo Freid | 08.13.25

Outgoing IDF Northern Command chief: Evacuating the north was a grave mistake

Maj. Gen. Ori Gordin, ending his tenure after leading the fight against Hezbollah in war, says Israel must never again face a threat forcing tens of thousands from their homes, calling it a failure shared by him and past commanders

Eitan Glikman, Niv Shaiovich | 08.13.25

Palestinian shot dead by off-duty IDF soldier in West Bank after throwing rocks

IDF says dozens of assailants threw rocks at an off-duty soldier and a civilian, prompting the soldier to fire warning shots; Palestinian attackers then tried to seize his weapon; slain man identified as Thameen Dawabshe by Palestinian media

Einav Halabi, Yoav Zitun | 08.13.25

הרמטכ״ל אישר את הרעיון המרכזי לתכנית ההתקפה בעזה

IDF chief approves 'main concept' of Gaza conquest plan

Decision made in meeting with IDF General Staff forum and amid tension between Zamir and Defense Minister Katz over pending military appointments; IDF: plan was approved 'in accordance with the guidance of the political echelon'

Yoav Zitun | 08.13.25

שר הביטחון ישראל כ"ץ והרמטכ"ל אייל זמיר בהערכת מצב

Defense minister accuses IDF chief of harming officers as promotions stalled

Katz claimed that Zamir is trying to 'change procedures - perhaps on the advice of a group of anti-government consultants stirring the pot,' and said that the IDF is supposed to recommend the appointment of officers, not decide on them

Yoav Zitun | 08.13.25

צוות הקרב של חטיבה 401 חיסל צלף שירה לעברם

When Dad’s in the IDF reserves, the whole family serves

'Today’s children describe deep sadness, great fear, and more' says head of Israeli Mental Health Association

Maayan Hoffman/ The Media Line | 08.13.25

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