IDF Soldiers
IDF headstones to include abduction note if soldier was kidnapped, Knesset announces
The new legislation follows a Defense Ministry announcement on Sunday that 1,318 members of Israel's security forces have been killed across all conflict fronts since October 7, 2023.
Rabbi Lando: Zionism to blame for Arab hostility, religious IDF troops killed over 'twisted Torah'
Syria terror suspects unarmed, attempted to gather intelligence on IDF posts in Security Zone
IDF shoots suspect attempting to break into military post in southern Syria
Zamir: IDF to overhaul intelligence, force readiness after October 7 investigations
Under the changes, the IDF will base its readiness on what its enemies are capable of doing rather than assessments of what they intend to do
Two IDF service members injured in accident in Lebanon over the weekend
The soldiers were taken to a hospital to receive medical treatment, and their families have been notified, the military added.
Defense Ministry: 1,318 Israeli security personnel killed across all fronts since October 7
The number includes fallen personnel from the IDF, Israel Police, Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency), Fire and Rescue Services, security coordinators, and local response team members.
What Amit taught us: How the Bonzel family keeps the legacy of a fallen soldier alive
Since their son fell in Gaza, Noa and Itzik Bonzel have shared the lessons of his 22 years – believing in yourself, refusing to give up on others, and looking for ways to help.
Government extends emergency reservist call-ups through November, lowers cap to 200,000
Ministers approved extending emergency reserve call-ups and special detention arrangements through November 30, despite a Defense Ministry legal opinion warning of serious equality concerns.
Hind Rajab Foundation files complaint in Vietnam against IDF reservist vacationer
The Belgium-based organization, which has pursued IDF soldiers traveling abroad after serving in Gaza and Lebanon, filed the complaint against H.G., a young Israeli.
‘Did he ask anything about you?’ For families of reservists, one question can go far - opinion
The soldiers and reservists bear the greatest burden. But their parents, spouses, and children carry a heavy weight of their own.
Sukkot 2026: Faith and prayer can protect us, but Israel still needs a strong IDF - opinion
Even as our heads spin from a dizzying array of consecutive holidays, the parade of crises focusing on the IDF marches on and on.
'I had not truly come home': Israeli psychologist turns Gaza, Lebanon battlefield trauma into art
After more than 400 days of reserve duty in Gaza and Lebanon, psychologist Michael Feuerstein turned his battlefield experiences into art exploring trauma, healing, and the journey home.
IDF chief Zamir establishes expert team to investigate drone accident that killed two soldiers
The team, led by a Ground Forces brigadier-general, will examine the incident in order to ensure a similar one does not occur again.
