Yamam

IDF tank entry, aerial assaults reported in N. Gaza, Hostage families protest outside PM residence

'Additional confrontations with Iran are inevitable,' Defense Ministry D-G Baram says • Netanyahu informed Trump before Israel bombed Qatar • Netanyahu says Qatar leading isolation efforts

File photo: Israeli forces operate at night.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commends Yamam officers for 50 years of extraordinary service, Septermber 14, 2025.

PM Netanyahu praises Yamam unit for historic Gaza hostage rescue missions

 A women standing beside a memorial monument in Mishor HaGefen neighborhood that was attacked by Hamas terrorists on 7 October massacre, in the southern Israeli city of Ofakim, September 19, 2024.

IDF failed to protect Ofakim on Oct. 7, leading to death of 33 Israelis, incl. 25 civilians - probe

A Glock handgun seized from Muslim Mazarwa, key figure in the Jenin terror network.

IDF, Shin Bet foil imminent terror attack in northern West Bank


October 7 probe: Communication gaps, misguided concepts led to Sderot massacre

IDF probe reveals 41 Nukhba terrorists infiltrated Sderot on Oct. 7 • Israel suffered 53 fatalities, including 37 civilians

An Israeli police officer stands outside the destroyed police station in the city of Sderot, October 8, 2023

WATCH: Elite Yamam unit arrests armed terror suspects en route to imminent attack

During the operation, forces arrested Ahmad Ali Zakarnah and Tariq Abu Zaid in Nablus while they were en route to carry out an attack.

 Israel Police arrest two terror suspects about to carry out an imminent terror attack in January.

17 years on, IDF indicts Palestinian terrorist for fatal shooting

Dandis went to Nahal Telem in December 2007 with friends in order to cause the death of Jewish soldiers, the military continued.

 David Rubin (L) and Ahikam Amihai (R), killed in 2007.

Yamam Dep.-Ch: Deal better than 'dangerous' hostage rescue operation - N12

"While fighters are ready and prepared for rescue operations, if there is a possibility of a release in a deal, it will do everyone good."

 Yamam fighters recount the moment that they rescued Noa Argamani from Hamas captivity during Operation Arnon, June 15, 2024.

Security forces foil imminent terror attack in Nablus, arrest terrorists red-handed

Two terrorists were arrested in the joint operation; both were from the northern West Bank town of Kabatiya, near Jenin.

 Israeli security forces take position near vehicles during a raid in Nablus, October 1, 2024.

Coalition leaders Smotrich, Ben-Gvir clash over Yamam pay raise amid broader budget feud

Wednesday's scuffle continues a public spat between the two over Ben-Gvir's dissatisfaction with his ministry’s expected 2025 budget.

(L-R) National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich

IDF, ISA, Yamam eliminate Hamas commander Islam Oda in counterterrorism operation in Tulkarm

Oda was tasked with commanding the Hamas terrorists in Tulkarm and had recently begun planning further terrorist attacks against Israeli civilians.

 IDF soldiers conduct counter-terrorism operations in Tulkarm, West Bank.

Israel Police arrest Imam from Shuafat camp for terror incitement, fundraising for weapons

The arrest was part of Operation "Emergency Brakes," led by Police Commissioner Daniel Levi, aimed at combating the incitement of terrorism.

Imam from Shuafat Camp detained by Israeli Police for terror incitement, September 17, 2024.

Barefoot and afraid: Yamam fighters recount dramatic rescue of Noa Argamani from Gaza - interview

"The moment we broke into the apartment where Noa was held, we encountered three terrorists there and quickly neutralized them, reaching Noa's room within seconds."

 Yamam fighters recount the moment that they rescued Noa Argamani from Hamas captivity during Operation Arnon, June 15, 2024.

Rescued hostage Andrey Kozlov urges public to join 'Bring them home' rally in Tel Aviv

Kolzov's encouraging message marks his first public speaking appearance since his release from Hamas captivity.

Rescued hostage Andrey Kozlov reunites with his parents on June 9, 2024

A look inside the room where former hostage Noa Argamani was held captive

The raid on the apartment where Argamani was held "went smoothly," according to security officials, saying, "The security guards were killed quickly."

Rescued hostage Noa Argamani seen at Ichilov Hospital in Tel Aviv, June 8, 2024