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The flaws of deterrence: Why Israel must rethink its strategy

Opinion: History shows deterrence is just an educated guess; October 7 has shown enemies may act on ideology or launch surprise attacks, proving deterrence unstable and unreliable

Shlomo Yanai | 03.04.25

IDF reservists plead for mental health support: 'No one has the right to exploit us'

Many reservists seeking mental health care face severe therapist shortage; new Defense Ministry initiative overwhelmed, leaving many without support; 'If the state wants me as a soldier, it must provide proper care,' says reservist struggling to get help

Gal Ganot | 03.04.25

IDF strikes military compounds in northern Syria

Military attacks come amid growing tensions between Jerusalem and Damascus over Syrian Druze community and demilitarization of border region

Yoav Zitun | 03.04.25

Top IDF operations officer resigns amid high command reshuffle

Maj. Gen. Oded Basiuk's departure comes amid intense scrutiny over military's failures on Oct. 7, being among several top generals who dismissed warning signs night before deadly attack

Yoav Zitun | 03.03.25

The 53 soldiers who fell in the battle at Nahal Oz base on October 7, 2023

Lone guard, breached fence, abandoned posts: IDF probe reveals Nahal Oz base’s glaring security lapses on October 7

On October 7, just one soldier guarded Nahal Oz base, a stone's throw from Gaza, as forces were thin, tank crews off standby and machine guns locked away; seized Hamas manual shows terror group knew base's security gaps, aiding 250 terrorists in its takeover

Yoav Zitun | 03.03.25

700 soldiers, senior commanders and chaos: Inside the October 7 massacre at Kfar Aza

IDF probe into October 7 Hamas attack on Kfar Aza reveals critical intelligence failures, delayed military response and acts of heroism as outnumbered defenders fought to protect their community

Yoav Zitun | 03.03.25

After ignoring alerts ahead of October 7, IDF continues to downplay lookouts, report finds

Internal report shows 88% rise in reservist complaints in 2024 over service conditions, commander misconduct, pay issues; also details harassment of female soldiers, verbal and physical abuse and claims of political bias in dismissals

Yaron Drukman | 03.02.25

אוגדת המילואים 252 סיימה את משימתה במרכז רצועת עזה ומעבירה בטקס קרבי את הפיקוד על הגזרה לאוגדה 99

Israel mulls extending service for reserve troops as renewed war looms

As Hamas rejects a cease-fire extension, government to debate prolonging emergency reservist mobilization allowing call up of up to 400,000 troops

Itamar Eichner | 03.02.25

A Sabbath of hope: Wounded IDF soldiers find strength and solidarity at special Tel Aviv retreat

Event organized by Los Angeles businessman David Hager in partnership with the Nahal Haredi Organization includes prayers, festive Shabbat meals and indepth discussions on coping with pain and trauma

Ynet | 03.02.25

ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו פגישה עם מרקו רוביו מזכיר המדינה של ארה"ב ב ירושלים

Rubio signs declaration to expedite delivery of $4 billion in military aid to Israel

Since taking office, the Trump administration has approved nearly $12 billion in military aid to Israel; secretary of state says emergency authority being used to expedite delivery

Reuters | 03.02.25

אילנה קוריאל ביום קשה באופקים, בשיחה עם מנהל בית הקברות שקיבל את מתי העיר ונרצחי מסיבת הטבע, עם האנשים הגיבורים מהעיר הקטנה שאיבדה 51 מתושביה

What we’ve learned: 7 shocking insights from the October 7 reports

Plan to massacre 600 civilians in Ofakim, the postponed invasions, the missed warning signs, the Air Force’s absence and the vast gap between worst-case scenario estimates and the reality: Key findings from the IDF’s probe

Yoav Zitun | 03.01.25

Israel pushes for Russian military presence in Syria to counter Turkey, Islamists

Israeli officials urging US to let Russia keep troops in Syria after demanding demilitarized zone south of Damascus, aiming to block Islamist forces near Israel’s border and curb Turkey’s growing influence

News Agencies | 03.01.25

Israel breaking cease-fire by keeping troops in southern Lebanon, Lebanese president says

In first interview since taking office, Joseph Aoun says speaking with mediators to push for IDF withdrawal from 5 locations in southern Lebanon; stresses war decisions must be state-controlled but hopes for diplomatic resolution

Lior Ben Ari | 03.01.25

Oron Shaul rescue: The covert operation that almost collapsed the cease-fire

Before the Gaza cease-fire took effect, intelligence revealed Shaul’s body was above ground near civilians, forcing a tough choice: launch an extraction mission or protect the hostage deal

Gal Ganot | 03.01.25

Israeli Navy foiled Hamas infiltration by sea on Oct. 7, but deadly breach cost 17 lives

IDF probe finds Navy forces quickly repelled Hamas' amphibious attack, eliminating most infiltrators; failure to stop all terrorists allowed 16 to reach Zikim beach and murder 17 people

Yoav Zitun | 02.28.25

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