IDF Soldiers

Ex-PM Bennett slams Likud MKs for not opposing haredi draft bill, breaking coalition discipline

“The reservists are being abandoned because they don’t have a lobby in Likud. The mark of disgrace for abandoning IDF soldiers will be branded on every coalition member,” Bennett said.

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett attends a Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations in Jerusalem, February 17, 2026
 Ultra-Orthodox Jews clash with police outside the IDF Recruitment Center at Tel Hashomer, central Israel, April 28, 2025

A-G to High Court: Gov’t has not adopted economic sanctions plan against haredi draft dodgers

 Bereaved families, friends and Israeli soldiers visit the graves of fallen soldier during Remembrance Day which commemorates the fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of terror at Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem on April 30, 2025.

'So commit suicide': IDF soldiers filed thousands of mistreatment complaints in 2025

Ultra-Orthodox Jewish men clash with police following an assault on two female Israeli soldiers in Bnei Brak, central Israel, February 15, 2026.

Ultra-Orthodox rioters to remain in custody after chasing female IDF soldiers, clashing with police


What war sounds like: From fear to the music of recovery - opinion

We’ve become attuned to the aural side of the war: the unsettling rings of the phone alarms, the undulating waves of sirens, the knocking of rockets out of the air.

His shouts are the sound of a gate opening, says the writer. (Illustrative)

1,158 Israeli soldiers and other security personnel fell since start of October 7 massacre

In the past two weeks alone, six more IDF (Israel Defense Forces) soldiers were added to the number of the fallen.

IDF soldiers are seen operating in Gaza City, October 3, 2025

Israel receives remains of Daniel Peretz, IDF hero who saved lives on October 7

On October 7, Daniel immediately ran to his tank and fought valiantly, saving the lives of many of his fellow soldiers, as well as civilians.

 IDF officer Captain Daniel Perez

A nation of one: From personal tragedy to national mourning on Simchat Torah - opinion

We are part of an ongoing circle of life; no one individual in this circle is more “central” than anyone else.

SGT. ARI WEISS: ‘The image of Ari lifting that heavy Torah high above his head and dancing with it is forever imprinted on my soul.’

Israel's military pressure brought Gaza hostages home, IDF chief Eyal Zamir tells soldiers

The IDF chief warned that all soldiers must stay on their guard as "the enemy is still here - he has not disappeared," and there could still be unexpected military confrontations.

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks to Israeli soldiers near the Gaza border, October 9, 2025

Park Roni Eshel set to expand as living tribute to heroism and hope

The Eshel family is seeking support for the next stage of the park’s development, ensuring that Roni’s legacy continues to inspire generations

Eshel and his family opened Park Roni, in the heart of their hometown of Tzur Yitzchak in central Israel

IDF officer severely injured in central Gaza fighting on Yom Kippur

The officer was evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment.

IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. September 25, 2025.

Pairing with A Lifeline of Giving: Max August Stands with Israel’s Widows and Orphans

By mobilizing donors and raising awareness, August strengthens the IDF Widows and Orphans Organization’s vital mission of hope, healing, and support.

Max August and IDFWO CEO Shomi Nahumson at the IDFWO 2025 Academic Scholarship Event in Tel Aviv.

Book and sword: Netanyahu hails IDF's haredi Netzah Yehuda battalion at Western Wall

MILITARY AFFAIRS: “Why did the Maccabees succeed?” Netanyahu asked the crowd. “They studied Torah. They learned. That was the foundation of their strength. But they also fought.

HUNDREDS OF haredi youth from seven ‘mechinot’ and three yeshivot hesder gather in front of the Western Wall before beginning their journey into the IDF, joining the Netzah Yehuda Battalion and other haredi units.

'Another painful heartbreak that grips an entire nation': Officials mourn four slain IDF soldiers

The soldiers were named as Major Omri Chai Ben Moshe, Lieutenant Ron Arieli, Lieutenant Eitan Avner Ben Itzhak, and Lieutenant Eran Shelem.

Family and friends of Israeli soldier Lieutenant Eitan Avner Ben Itzhak attend his funeral at the Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem on September 18, 2025. He was killed in combat in the Gaza Strip.