IDF officer dies in tragic accident on southern base
Lt. Lidar Peretz, 21, was crushed to death by a falling container. Military launches investigation into the circumstances of her death.
Defense & Security
Behind closed doors, IDF chief says judicial discourse 'harming, dividing' military
Instead of focusing on operations and training, senior military officials have almost exclusively been preoccupied with the impact of the controversial legislation and the ensuing protests on the IDF.
PM hits back at reservists, says 'military reports to elected government'
During a cabinet meeting pushed by a day due to hospitalization, the prime minister assures that he is "feeling excellent."
Gallant: Israel foiled 50 Iranian-ordered attacks in recent years
Defense minister makes comments in Azerbaijan, amid reported Iranian plot to attack Israel's embassy in Baku.
Sources: Israel gave US heads up on Jenin raid, vowed limited scale
Because the operation had been defined as a small-scale incursion, there was no need to convene the Diplomatic-Security Cabinet and get a green light, allowing the exact timing of the operation to be kept under wraps until the forces were already on their way.
Great-granddaughter of first IDF chief follows in his footsteps
Noa Dori completes officers training course as an infantry commander. "My main motivation is to carry on the legacy of my great-grandfather," she says.
IAF hits Syrian air defense battery hours after launch of missile on Israel
An anti-aircraft missile launched from inside Syrian territory toward Israel exploded in mid-air, with a loud boom heard all across the country overnight. The explosion came after an alleged Israeli strike near Homs.
Probe launched after IDF soldier killed by friendly fire in training accident
"The details of the incident are under examination by the commanders and the military police have begun investigating; the family of the soldier has been notified,” the IDF says in statement.
Rocket launched from Jenin area as Israel inches closer to offensive measures
A terrorist-affiliated Telegram group aired footage of what it claimed to be the launch, saying it was aimed at a Jewish community just south of Afula in northern Israel. Conventional wisdom suggests such an escalation could draw Israeli decision-makers to conclude an operation is the only way to prevent Judea and Samaria from following the path of Gaza.
Israel inaugurates national pavilion at Paris Air Show
"Israel's ability to face threats is determined by the dedicated individuals who tirelessly work to develop state-of-the-art technology. This ongoing and highly challenging battle of intellect mostly takes place behind the scenes," Defense Minister Yoav Gallant says.