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Israel on edge over Iran — but not unprepared
As tensions with Iran raise the risk of multi-front escalation, Israeli officials stress robust air defenses, US backing and hard-earned battlefield experience that leave the country alert — and ready
Yoav Zitun | 02.26.26
טקס מינויים ודרגות בראשות הרמטכ"ל אייל זמיר
IDF chief promotes officer critically wounded in 2014 Gaza war to brigadier general
Shai Siman-Tov was severely injured when a tunnel beam collapsed during Operation Protective Edge, later returning to service after lengthy rehabilitation and now serving under the Operations Directorate
Yoav Zitun | 02.25.26
מטוסי קרה F-22 של חיל האוויר האמריקני הגיעו לאזור האחריות של פיקוד מרכז
US deploys F-22 stealth jets to Israel in rare show of force, coordination to Iran
The arrival was announced days before Geneva talks in a bid to deter Iran and push it toward negotiations, while signaling that Washington and Jerusalem are closely coordinated and could act together
Itamar Eichner, Yoav Zitun | 02.25.26
סמ"ר עפרי יפה ז"ל
IDF probe finds serious failures in fatal friendly fire incident in Gaza, dismissals loom
Chief of staff Zamir is set to receive findings on the death of Staff Sergeant Ofri Yafe in Khan Younis, with recommendations expected against Paratroopers Brigade officers over lapses in briefings, firing approvals and procedures
Yoav Zitun | 02.24.26
אימוני כוחות היבשה בגולן - חטיבה 5
Amid fears of Iran strike, IDF balances high alert with operational routine
Despite alarmist briefings from politicians about imminent war, the Israeli Air Force is holding planned exercises, the Military Intelligence Department is conducting regular training, and there are no restrictions on leave; This could continue for many more months
Yoav Zitun | 02.23.26
תקיפת צה"ל במפקדות של ארגון הטרור חיזבאללה
IDF says it killed numerous Hezbollah terrorists accelerating missile launch plans in Baalbek
Military says those targeted belonged to Hezbollah’s missile array and were advancing launch preparations toward Israel; Lebanese reports cite at least 10 dead amid fears the group could join Iran if the US strikes
Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | 02.21.26
תיעוד סיירת גולני מתרגלים לחימה בחיזבאללה
As Iran ramps up pressure, Golani Brigade prepares for Hezbollah combat in south Lebanon
Most Golani reconnaissance soldiers did not take part in Operation Northern Arrows, when ground action was limited to the border; now, for the first time since the war, they are training for a broad maneuver in southern Lebanon, including long marches, carrying loads up to 40% of body weight and assaults in dense terrain
Yoav Zitun | 02.20.26
תקיפת צה"ל בדרום לבנון
IDF strikes Hamas command center in Lebanon; 3 reported dead
The IDF said it struck a Hamas command center in Lebanon used to plan attacks on Israel; Lebanese reports said three people were killed and 12 wounded in Ain al-Hilweh near Sidon, where two missiles hit a building that once housed Palestinian security forces
Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | 02.20.26
כינוס מועצת השלום
Trump is considering ‘limited strike’; IDF says no change in guidelines ahead of Shabbat
Asked about a possible limited strike, Trump said he is considering it; IDF Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin said Israel is prepared defensively and 'has its finger on the trigger,' while a calming message also came from Iran
Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari | 02.20.26
פעילי התיישבות ולימור סון הר-מלך
Watch: Right-wing activists, lawmaker cross into Gaza to push resettlement
Dozens from Nachala movement, including Otzma Yehudit MK Limor Son Har-Melech, enter northern Gaza in vehicles for second time this month, vow Passover 'mass march' as Israeli forces move to return them
Yoav Zitun, Elisha Ben Kimon | 02.20.26
פעילות כוחות חטיבת אלכסנדרוני במבצע ״לב אמיץ״
IDF delays reservist leave cuts after backlash
More than 600 reservists sign petition over retroactive reduction of transition and preparation days; chief of staff freezes plan for two months as military seeks additional funding from Finance Ministry
Yoav Zitun, Gal Ganot | 02.19.26
טקס סיום קורס קצינים קרביים בבה״ד 1
Netanyahu warns Iran: 'If the ayatollahs attack, they will face a response they cannot imagine'
At an officers’ graduation, Netanyahu said that after the 'horrific massacre we rose and paid a heavy price,' vowed to demilitarize Gaza and disarm Hamas, and stressed Israel is prepared for any threat from Iran, while Herzog honored fallen cadets and Katz said troops will remain in Gaza
Ilana Curiel, Yoav Zitun, Itamar Eichner | 02.19.26
מפקדת ספינת טילים ראשונה בחיל הים
Historic first: IDF appoints first woman to command missile ship
In a last-minute decision, the officer, identified as Maj. R., was informed only in recent days that she had successfully completed her qualifications and would become the first woman to command an Israeli Navy missile ship
Yoav Zitun | 02.18.26
סמ"ר עפרי יפה ז"ל
IDF soldier killed in friendly fire incident in southern Gaza
Paratrooper Staff Sgt. Ofri Yafe, 21, killed overnight in eastern Khan Younis after being mistakenly identified as a threat during engineering operations near the Gaza border
Yoav Zitun | 02.18.26
פעילות כוחות צה"ל ברצועה
Reserve commanders slam IDF cuts to combat soldiers’ leave
Reserve battalion and brigade commanders denounced IDF backing for sweeping cuts to reserve combat soldiers’ leave, saying sudden order changes harm families and break trust; the IDF said steps are being taken to reduce overall reserve duty
Yoav Zitun | 02.12.26
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