IDF Soldiers

War strain tests IDF values, but not its moral core - opinion

The very existence of open, critical, and candid command discourse is evidence of a living system seeking correction.

IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon, May 2, 2026.
 A truck carrying humanitarian aid bound for the Gaza Strip drives at the inspection area at the Kerem Shalom crossing, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in southern Israel, March 14, 2024.

IDF major charged with aiding enemy, taking bribe in alleged Gaza smuggling scheme

AN IDF armored personnel carrier is seen near the concrete wall in Shtula, along the Israeli border with Lebanon, on Sunday.

Twelve IDF soldiers wounded in drone strike as fighting escalates along Lebanon border

US President Donald Trump walks toward reporters before answering questions prior to boarding Air Force One on April 10, 2026 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. President Trump is traveling to Charlottesville, Virginia.

Trump pushes for extended Iran blockade, two IDF soldiers wounded


IDF stood by while Israelis burnt West Bank home, beat elderly Palestinian man - Army Radio

According to Army Radio, the soldiers arrived at the village of Jalud after the rioters arrived, then stood by their vehicles for around five minutes without taking action against any of the rioters.

Israeli soldiers disperse Palestinian farmers and left-wing activists preventing them from picking olives during the annual harvest season, in the village of Qusra, in the West Bank, October 29, 2024.

IDF to present findings of investigation into Israelis entering Bint Jbail's active warzone

An IDF investigation into four Israelis' entry into Bint Jbail during the ongoing conflict is set to be presented to Northern Command Chief Maj.-Gen. Rafi Milo.

IDF troops operating in southern Lebanon on April 25, 2026.

Netanyahu meets Christians serving in IDF amid controversy over treatment of Lebanese Christians

"These are Christian soldiers, men and women, in the Israeli Defense Forces. They fill all the important positions in our incredible military, and they do incredible work," Netanyahu said.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu alon Christian soldiers serving in the IDF.

'Last Letters from Heroes of the October 7th War': Nobody taught them how to do this - review

The book is a portrait of those who looked directly at the possibility of dying and wrote about it, not necessarily a portrait of everyone who went in.

PALLBEARERS FROM the Israel Police prepare to carry Ran Gvili’s casket.

Israel, Hezbollah trade ceasefire violation accusations as IDF tries to block civilians' return

The IDF continued to jockey with Lebanese civilians about trying to prevent them from returning to southern Lebanon until a broader deal is reached regarding Hezbollah disarming.

Mourners attend the funeral of Hezbollah terrorist in Kfar Sir, Lebanon, April 21, 2026

IDF searches for suspects following attempted ramming attack against soldiers in West Bank

The IDF said that no soldiers were reported as wounded after the attack, and that soldiers are currently searching for the suspects.

IDF soldiers operating in the West Bank, April 12, 2026.

Israeli Air Force technicians indicted for spying on IDF chief, Ben-Gvir at Iran's behest

According to the indictment, the soldiers conducted a variety of missions for Iran, including an instance in which one of them sent an Iranian agent training materials.

IDF technicians prepare a fighter jet for operational activity, August 24, 2025

How songs become memory: The role of music on Israel’s Memorial Day

“People need someone to resonate with what they feel. Songs help them not feel alone,” says Dr. Ayelet Dassa, a music therapist and researcher at Bar-Ilan University.

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‘He was always smiling’: Sister of fallen soldier Shachar Fridman on Israel’s Remembrance Day

Fridman was a soldier in the 101st Battalion of the Paratroopers Brigade, who returned to service after the October 7 outbreak of war despite having already been released from the army.

Fallen Israeli soldier Staff-Sergeant Shachar Fridman.

President Herzog honors 120 outstanding soldiers in pre-recorded Independence Day ceremony

Officials said the decision to pre-record the event was made in light of the ongoing ceasefire and the broader security situation, with attendance limited to the soldiers’ families.

President Isaac Herzog and IDF chif Eyal Zamir seen during the annual Independence Day ceremony honoring outstanding soldiers that aired on April 22, 2026.