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The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) is the military force responsible for safeguarding the security of the State of Israel. Comprising of ground, air, and naval components, the IDF plays a central role in defending Israel's borders, conducting operations, and maintaining a state of readiness.

Sana’a Daqqa, widow of Walid Daqqa, arrested for incitement against Israel, IDF soldiers

Along with four other terrorists, Walid Daqqa murdered IDF soldier Moshe Tamam and later made headlines by fathering a child through smuggling sperm from prison.

IDF intercepts fifth Houthi missile from Yemen in last week

The IDF attacked Yemen’s Sanaa International Airport on Wednesday.

IDF announces contracting co. employee killed in northern Gaza

David Libi leaves behind his parents and seven siblings.

Shin Bet foils 85 Iranian cyber infiltration attempts on Israelis

Among those targeted were senior officials in the defense establishment, political figures, journalists, academics, and media professionals.

New deal on the table: Witkoff proposal includes minor IDF withdrawal, source tells 'Post'

10 living hostages and 18 hostage bodies would be released for a 60-day ceasefire, minor IDF withdrawal, and aid distribution changes.

Israel at War day 601: What's happening in Israel, Gaza, Lebanon?

IDF publishes worker's death in Gaza • IDF calls on civilians to evacuate from Nuseirat

Israel prepares to call up 450,000 soldiers amid mounting toll on reservists and their families

The escalation of Israel’s operations in Gaza has brought new upheaval for reservists and their families, as well as renewed resentment about haredi Orthodox Jews who avoid military service.

By DEBORAH DANAN/JTA
29/05/2025

Gaza Humanitarian Foundation denies five killed at aid distribution site

GHF stated that two Palestinians were ill from issues unrelated to facility security, that two food sites were operational, and had handed out 840,262 meals.

Historic breakthrough: IDF reveals Iron Beam-like laser defense shot down dozens of aerial threats

The Iron Beam is the most advanced, operational laser in the world, though England, the US, and others have relatively advanced lasers.

 Division 146 completes its mission – 91st Division regains control of the Lebanon sector.

IDF reduces wartime forces on Lebanese border after months of quiet

Only 50 out of 16,000 southern Lebanese homes are being rebuilt • 190 Hezbollah terrorists killed since ceasefire • Group still has thousands of rockets

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