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6 IDF soldiers killed in a battle with Hezbollah terrorists

The Golani soldiers were ambushed at short range by Hezbollah terrorists after entering a structure where the army had not yet operated.

Ex-IDF soldier becomes first Republican in 50 years to win New York State Assembly seat in Long Island district

Though Norber focused his campaign on domestic issues such as bolstering law enforcement and cutting taxes, he believes that his support for Israel also helped him establish valuable inroads with the local Jewish community.

3 IDF reservists killed in northern Gaza operation

Master Sgt. (res.) Ori Moshe Borenstein, 32, from Moreshet, Maj. (res.) Netanel Hershkovitz, 37, from Jerusalem and Master Sgt. (res.) Tzvi Matityahu Marantz, 32, from Bnei Adam fell in battle in northern Gaza.

Immigrant to Israel and IDF reservist killed in Lebanon

Sgt. Maj. (res.) Ronny Ganizate, who was from France, was on his third round of reserve duty when he fell in battle against Hezbollah forces.

4 IDF soldiers killed, 6 wounded in Gaza fighting

Combat paramedic is the first female soldier to be killed in battle in the Strip.

Hamas says it will kill hostages again if IDF attempts to rescue them

Hamas reversed an earlier statement after the bodies of the hostages were recovered, claiming that they died in IDF airstrikes.

IDF paratrooper officer killed and 6 wounded in airstrike malfunction in Khan Younis

The soldier who was killed was named Lieutenant Shahar Ben-Nun, 21, from Petah Tikva, who was an officer in the Paratroopers Reconnaissance Unit.

Thousands attend funeral in Israel of US-born lone soldier: ‘We may not know him, but he’s family’

Cooper had made the decision to stay in Israel, marry his girlfriend Valery, and serve as a career officer in the Border Police.

Rejoining IDF, ex-envoy Michael Oren warns: ‘We’re fighting the wrong war’

Michael Oren fought in the First Lebanon War in 1982 in the Paratroopers Brigade.

Today’s Yoni Netanyahu: The Story of Arnon Zamora

Shades of Yoni Netanyahu as Yamam commander Arnon Zamora saves hostages, and becomes a household name. By The IDF Club In July of 1976, Israel famously

The inspiring journey of an ex-convict turned IDF officer

Yossi’s journey from ex-convict to a beacon of redemption serves as an inspiration to us all.

Defending with devotion: The IDF’s remarkable haredi battalion

Watch and learn about Netzach Yehuda, the IDF’s Haredi battalion, and how its soldiers blend their profound religious devotion with their unwavering duty to defend the nation.

GRILLING FOR IDF: Volunteers express their love for Israeli soldiers

Group of volunteers regularly cooks up a storm to thank the warriors who keep them safe.

‘Meet’ the Iranian Jew, beaten up by Muslims under the Shah, who created IDF’s secret anti-Iran unit

Not many people could have imagined how a violent change of government would turn her into Israel’s greatest enemy, but luckily for us – E. had already prepared.

Delegation of elite IDF soldiers heads to Morocco for ‘African Lion’ exercise

The exercise brings together participants from 18 nations and includes some 8,000 military personnel.

How families of fallen IDF soldiers commemorate Memorial Day

While all of Israel will commemorate the Jewish State’s Memorial Day beginning this evening, family members of fallen IDF soldiers mark the solemn day in their own way thanks to an Israeli NGO.

Staff Sergeant Hadas Malka. (Israel Police)

Israel honors the brave women of the IDF

With more than 500 female soldiers having given their lives to protect Israel since its establishment, take a moment to reflect on their courage and dedication to the Jewish state.

Holocaust survivor Berthe Badehi (YouTube/Screenshot)

Holocaust survivor tells story of grandson, fallen IDF commander

Every year on Israeli Memorial Day, Holocaust survivor Berthe Badehi tells the story of her grandson, Lt. Gil, who was a platoon commander in the IDF Armored Corps.