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The Colombian left has lashed out at the presence of Israeli soldiers involved in earthquake rescue efforts, with posts by the Israel Defense Forces’ Spanish-language spokesman being labeled as 'propaganda' by critics.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Golani Brigade was forced to halt a drill in northern Israel after approximately 80 cows wandered into a firing range. The animals were subsequently seized and quarantined.
An unprecedented conflict has reportedly erupted in Israel between the political leadership of the security system and the command of the Israel Defense Forces, according to local media.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faced criticism and accusations of 'stoking Jew hatred' from a GOP lawmaker after claiming that the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) would merge parts of the U.S. military with the Israel Defense Forces.
Israel has passed a new law exempting Haredi Jews from mandatory service in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). This decision has significant implications for Israeli society and politics, sparking debate and controversy.
The Israel Defense Forces has appointed its first female air force brigadier general, who previously commanded the Uvda airbase and will now serve as air force attachee in Washington, DC.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is planning a massive NIS 130 billion buildup, which includes acquiring more fighter jets, refueling aircraft, attack helicopters, naval vessels, armored vehicles, advanced weapons production, and a space project.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has introduced an upgraded Hummer vehicle, featuring a "first of its kind" turbo system, with significant internal changes to its performance.
The Israel Defense Forces are rapidly expanding their autonomous ground fleet, including robotic bulldozers and hybrid drone-rovers, to enhance operations on the frontlines.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the killing of a senior Hezbollah commander in southern Lebanon, who was reportedly a former bodyguard of Nasrallah and accused of murdering five American soldiers. This operation comes amidst ongoing tensions and rocket attacks in the region.
Two Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers have been indicted for stealing weapons, including rifles, from military bases over several months and reselling them for hundreds of thousands of shekels.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are reportedly preparing for the possibility that a conflict with Iran could resume abruptly, without any prior warning, necessitating a high state of readiness.
The Israel Defense Forces marked its 78th anniversary by providing a series of updates on all major war fronts.
The University of Haifa has launched a new program designed to support Druze individuals following their service in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), described by the university president as an "expression of deep gratitude."
The Israel Defense Forces announced the death of Captain Maoz Israel Recanati, who fell during combat operations in southern Lebanon. This incident adds to the casualties in the ongoing conflict in the region.
The Israel Defense Forces released footage showing the destruction of a factory in Gaza that they claim was used by Hamas to produce weapons and explosives.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that it has eliminated rocket launchers and several 'terrorists' during operations in Lebanon.
Reports indicate a surge in military suicides within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), coinciding with a reduction in mental health support services provided by the military.
The Israel Defense Forces announced a strike on a ready-to-fire Hezbollah launcher in southern Lebanon, also issuing a warning to civilians in the area.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is preparing to launch a tender for the procurement of 12,000 Israeli-made assault drones, with companies like Ondas Holdings, Xtend, and Robotican expected to bid.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are reportedly setting up additional outposts in Southern Lebanon, proceeding despite warnings from officers regarding the move.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has issued a warning to Iranians, advising them to avoid trains for the next 12 hours due to an unspecified 'danger to lives.'
The Israel Defense Forces have denied responsibility for the deaths of two UN peacekeepers, stating that they did not plant any explosive devices in the area where the incident occurred and that their actions are not directed against the UN humanitarian mission.
The Israeli military has suspended and pulled a battalion from the Israeli-occupied West Bank, a rare punishment for soldier misconduct, following 'revenge' comments made by a soldier and an assault on a CNN crew during their detention.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have warned several neighborhoods in the southern suburbs of Beirut, the Lebanese capital, to evacuate immediately in anticipation of a possible military operation.
Hezbollah militants continue to carry out military operations against the Israel Defense Forces. They are firing anti-tank missiles at Israeli army positions.
Since the beginning of its operation in Lebanon, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claim to have carried out 26 waves of attacks on the Dahieh area in Beirut. Simultaneously
The Israel Defense Forces indicate that the attack targets the main infrastructure of the Iranian state in the country's capital. Also, Montenegro wants to bring forward the PSD elections to May.
The Israel Defense Forces reportedly struck buildings within a government complex in Tehran overnight, including the office of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and the headquarters of the Supreme National Security Council.
The X post by the Israel Defense Forces or IDF was grainy and black-and-white, and showed blasts in hilly terrain.
The Israel Defense Forces announced they eliminated two Hamas commanders in recent strikes in the Gaza Strip.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced it killed a Hamas company commander who posed a threat to troops and civilians, using precise munitions and aerial surveillance to minimize civilian harm.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is reportedly drafting a new document outlining its values and policies, intended to address declining discipline and reinforce its nonpartisan nature ahead of upcoming elections.
Following an Iranian attack that saw shrapnel land in Israel, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have indicated a shift to a war footing and readiness to strike back.
The Israel Defense Forces removed soldier Shira Braun from its international communications unit and imposed a suspended jail sentence after she appeared in a livestream with controversial influencer Braden "Clavicular" Peters, citing the action as inappropriate.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has revealed the operational orders that initiated the Second Lebanon War and expanded operations towards the Litani River. Additionally, the IDF located the Hezbollah position responsible for wounding spokesperson Effie Defrin during the conflict.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced it will punish soldiers responsible for filming and distributing a video showing a Palestinian man in Gaza who was blindfolded and tied to a broomstick with zip ties.
The Israel Defense Forces announced the killing of Walid Haniyeh, identified as the nephew of former Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and a deputy commander involved in the October 7 attacks.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have expanded their control to approximately 70% of the Gaza Strip, with the Southern Command preparing for subsequent operational steps. This expansion has led to a continuous displacement of residents.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have announced the elimination of a Hezbollah commander, whom they claim was responsible for the murder of five American soldiers.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced they have crossed the Litani River and are operating near Nabatieh, a major Shi'ite-majority city in southern Lebanon, as Iran-US negotiations continue.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the killing of a key leader within Hamas's central funds network, who was responsible for transferring millions to the group's military wing. This operation targeted a significant figure in Hamas's financial infrastructure.
A mixed-gender artillery unit within the Israel Defense Forces is playing a crucial role in addressing combat manpower shortages and bolstering defenses against threats from Iran and Hezbollah.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted a targeted strike in Lebanon, resulting in the death of a Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander. Lebanese media also reported on the incident.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that an Israeli soldier was killed by mortar fire originating from southern Lebanon.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced an extension of the time residents have to reach shelters in 49 northern Israeli communities, with times increasing from 30 to 45 seconds for 46 communities and to a full minute for three others.
Following the arson of a Palestinian home, Israeli settlers have reportedly returned to the area, with their presence observed under the watch of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has released footage alleging that Hezbollah is using ambulances to conceal terror activities, thereby undermining protections granted to medical facilities under international law.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the deaths of Sgt. First Class (res.) Lidor Porat and Command Sgt.-Maj. (Res.) Barak Kalfon, who were killed in southern Lebanon.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has reinstated reservists who were accused of abusing a Palestinian detainee, even as an investigation into the allegations continues.
Israel's Supreme Court has ruled that the Israel Defense Forces must allow women to apply for all combat roles, overturning previous restrictions.
The Israel Defense Forces has suspended a reservist after he used a blindfolded Palestinian individual to promote his business, sparking controversy.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has reportedly pressured reservists suffering from PTSD to return to service, with some individuals facing threats of arrest if they refused.
The Israeli military has detected new missile launches from Iranian territory and has begun neutralizing them, according to a statement from the Israel Defense Forces.
A relative tells BBC those killed were civilians and not Hezbollah operatives, but the Israel Defense Forces says it was targeting "terrorist infrastructure".
Iran-backed Hezbollah forces reportedly attacked the Israel Defense Forces in Beit Shemesh, with reports including photos and video.
The Israel Defense Forces on Thursday announced it had completed the 12th wave of strikes in Tehran, targeting key Iranian security and military infrastructure
The Israel Defense Forces announced it "completed additional waves of strikes in western Iran" targeting the regime’s missile launchers and defense systems.
The Israel Defense Forces has appointed its most senior Muslim woman to serve as the army's new Arabic spokesperson, marking a significant move for the military.
A gym owner in Bali, Indonesia, posted a video explaining his decision to refuse service to three Israeli tourists due to their alleged links to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
An opinion piece argues that only the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) can effectively counter Israel's enemies like Hamas and Hezbollah, despite external initiatives such as those by Jared Kushner.
An Australian tribunal has ruled that three Israeli citizens facing conscription into the Israel Defense Forces are owed protection by Australia, accepting they could face 'persecution' due to their political opinion on the war in Gaza.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has reportedly killed approximately 420 Gazan terrorists since the October 2025 ceasefire, with at least half of the Gazans killed in the past nine months believed to be combatants.
Ultra-Orthodox protesters in Israel have blocked roads, demanding an end to their recruitment into the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), with some holding signs appealing to US President Donald Trump.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are investigating reports of gunfire near Kiryat Arba, close to Hebron, with troops searching the area for suspects.
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is assessing allegations of war crimes committed in Gaza by an Australian citizen serving in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Claims against the IDF battalion include the deliberate targeting and destruction of residential buildings in 2023 and 2024 without military justification.
Brig.-Gen. Yael Grosman states that the Israel Defense Forces views space as the next battlefield, with the military actively developing capabilities in AI, cyber, and electronic warfare for future conflicts.
The Israel Defense Forces announced that a program for women to serve in tank units will commence in November, potentially forming a single company of female-crewed tanks.
The Israel Defense Forces has promoted Guy Markizeno and Tal Politis to the General Staff, appointing them to influential security positions. These promotions come amidst ongoing regional challenges for Israel.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that Staff Sgt. Michael Tyukin was killed in a drone attack that occurred in Southern Lebanon.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has stated that U.S. limitations on strikes in Lebanon will negatively impact efforts to counter Hezbollah drones.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are investigating details of a reported attempted ramming attack that occurred in the West Bank on Wednesday.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has indicated a significant increase in combat soldier dropouts, with mental health concerns cited as the primary reason for this trend.
The Israel Defense Forces reported the first Houthi drone attack originating from Yemen targeting Israel since a broader Iran ceasefire came into effect in early April. This marks a significant development in regional tensions.
An opinion piece discusses how the ongoing conflict is testing the values of the Israel Defense Forces, arguing that open discourse within the command structure indicates a system seeking correction.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) destroyed a significant Hezbollah tunnel in southern Lebanon, an operation that reportedly caused a small earthquake.
Israel's significant dependence on Chinese drones has reportedly exposed a "soft underbelly" within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). This reliance raises concerns about national security and technolog
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that it killed three Hamas commanders in Gaza strikes this week, stating they were involved in rebuilding military capabilities and planning attacks.
Police reported the arrest of an Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldier on suspicion of killing a Palestinian in the West Bank.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has stated that major fighting in Lebanon is expected to conclude within a few days.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have successfully located the burial site of a soldier who fell during the War of Independence, 78 years after the conflict.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that a missile fired on a border kibbutz was not a result of negligence, following an investigation into the incident.
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated as Iran reportedly launched missiles towards Israel, prompting the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to warn of prolonged fighting and activate air defense systems.
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A high-ranking Bedouin officer in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is under suspicion for involvement in a smuggling scheme related to Gaza.
The Israel Defense Forces released video of an F-35I “Adir" stealth jet downing an Iranian Yak-130 over Tehran, calling it a historic first for the aircraft.
The Israeli military announced it has launched extensive airstrikes targeting infrastructure in Tehran, while Iranian state media reported multiple explosions in the capital.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have reported that seven senior Iranian security officials, including the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), have been killed.