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Air Force pilot on Yemen strike: 'After we release the munitions, there is no take two'

Major D., 26, pilot describes Yemen strike as his longest mission, requiring problem-solving mid-flight, peak focus for a precise attack on Houthi targets and a safe return home after the high-stakes operation

Yoav Zitun | 12.20.24

Court charges Nazareth man with spying for Hezbollah, asking to join its ranks

Indictment details how Mohammed Saadi delivered information to Hezbollah and its affiliates asking to join them in their cause and fight for them

Yoav Zitun | 12.20.24

'Very good, everything exploded': Watch footage of fighter jets striking Houthis

Videos released by the IDF show fighter pilots carrying out precise strikes on military targets in Yemen using more than 60 bombs; Houthis deny claims port operations crippled

Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari | 12.19.24

The Houthis 'will learn the hard way', Netanyahu warns

Prime minister refers to Israeli attack on Houthi targets deep inside Yemen overnight in a Hebrew video statement; 'When Israel takes action against the Houthis, it is acting on behalf of the entire international community'; Following statement, Israeli Air Force intercepts drone from Yemen off coast of Tel Aviv

Itamar Eichner, Yoav Zitun | 12.19.24

Drone threat from Gaza neutralized by Israeli Air Force near border

Two drones launched from Gaza breached Israeli airspace, triggering sirens in the Gaza border region; One drone was intercepted by the Israeli Air Force, while the other crashed near Kibbutz Urim; Incident underscores ongoing tensions along Gaza border

Yoav Zitun, Roni Green Shaulov | 12.19.24

שר הביטחון ישראל כ"ץ בפגישה ראשונה עם הרמטכ"ל הרצי הלוי בפורום המטה הכללי

Katz gives IDF deadline for Oct. 7 probe

Defense minister instructs military chief to hand over all finding of inquiries already completed; in statement defense minister says they must be made public while government and coalition refuse national commission of inquiry

Yoav Zitun | 12.19.24

Israel disabled Houthi ports, goes after rebels economy

Military says strikes on the Iran backed proxy is after weeks of planning and not an immediate response to the overnight ballistic missile fired by the Houthis on Israel

Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari | 12.19.24

Israel strikes Yemen after Houthi missile intercepted over central Israel

Missile shot down by Arrow air defense system, fragments fall on Ramat Efal school; dozens of Israeli fighter jets hit Houthi ports, oil facilities and power stations in first strikes since September

Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari | 12.19.24

IDF chief: 'Exerting pressure on Hamas daily to ensure return of hostages'

Speaking to troops in Rafah, Halevi says military intensifying operations to dismantle Hamas and secure return of remaining 100 hostages, emphasizes need for stronger security frameworks to support displaced residents returning to communities near Gaza

Yoav Zitun | 12.18.24

IDF establishes a reserve division for troops aged 38-58 to bolster border defense

The David Brigades was created to prevent enemy infiltrations like the one on October 7; It consists of five reserve brigades, and is set to strengthen border defenses and respond rapidly to threats, with operational readiness targeted for 2025; 'Struggling to meet recruitment targets'

Yoav Zitun | 12.17.24

סרטונים שפורסמו על ידי משטרת ישראל בעניין "אזהרת ריגול" בערבית ובעברית

New Iranian spy case: Light rail sabotage, police car arson, and online evidence

Shin Bet and police say they arrested a 23-year-old man who carried out intelligence missions for Iranian operatives and planned to carry out bombing attack

Yoav Zitun, Liran Tamari | 12.17.24

Israel to maintain freedom to operate in Gaza, Katz says

Defense Minister says Israel will not allow Hamas to reorganize and rebuild and to pose a threat to communities; IDF prepares to cut of northern areas and prevent return of displaced civilians

Yoav Zitun | 12.17.24

Ice cold: Winter war preparations underway as IDF deploys in Syria and Lebanon

IDF gearing up for extreme winter operations in Syria and Lebanon, equipping troops with advanced cold-weather gear, insulated shelters and upgraded logistics; lessons from past campaigns and foreign militaries aim to ensure readiness in harsh enemy terrain

Yoav Zitun | 12.17.24

פעילות כוחות צה"ל בזירת המטענים שנחשפה סמוך לגדר הגבול עם סוריה

More recruits enlisting in combat units, IDF figures show

Military highlights high motivation among recruits, with turnout surpassing projections and reinforcing readiness of various units; IDF emphasizes that this cycle's success enhances its preparedness for upcoming challenges

Yoav Zitun | 12.16.24

The IDF’s groundbreaking Ghost Unit has its 1st female operations officer

Maj. A, the first female operations officer in the elite Ghost Unit, is breaking barriers—leading missions from Gaza tunnels to tech-driven combat, and redefining what’s possible for women in the IDF’s most advanced front-line roles

Yoav Zitun | 12.16.24

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