IDF Soldiers

IDF must revamp how it recognizes wounded, fallen soldiers - opinion

If Israel is to remain faithful to its foundational ethos – that it does not abandon its soldiers – it must be willing to update its systems to reflect the full cost of war.

IDF soldiers pay respects to loved ones who fell in battle at Mount Herzl Cemetery in Jerusalem, April 28, 2025
IDF soldiers demolish the home of terrorist Jamil Samara in Burkin, October 22, 2025.

IDF forms committee to review commemoration, legacy of fallen soldiers

 The silhouette of a man, seen over the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran (illustrative)

IDF Givati Brigade soldier arrested, charged in suspected Iran espionage

A pillar of smoke rises after the IDF destroy a Gaza terror tunnel, November 11, 2025.

Hind Rajab Foundation files war crimes complaint against IDF veteran in Austria


Four IDF soldiers killed in tank explosion in northern Gaza

At around 6 a.m., a cell comprising three terrorists arrived on the outskirts of Sheikh Radwan in northern Gaza, opened fire, and threw an explosive device into the tank.

Staff-Sergeant Uri Lamed, Sergeant Gadi Cotal, Sergeant Amit Arye Regev, Lieutenant Matan Abramovitz, 21.

'This is a final warning': Katz threatens Hamas that Gaza will be razed if hostages not released

"Today, a mighty hurricane will strike the skies over Gaza City, and the roofs of the terror towers will tremble," Katz said.

Defense Minister Israel Katz on a tour in the Gaza Strip, August 5, 2025.

Netanyahu says 100,000 Palestinians left Gaza, Hamas trying to stop them

PM: Ending the Gaza war quickly best way to combat diplomatic price paid by Israel • 'Finish the war as quickly as possible, finish it with the victory we have defined'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu oversees the IDF strikes on Yemen's Sanaa, August 24, 2025.

Large-scale evacuation of Gazans from north Gaza, Gaza City to begin soon

Hamas distributed media messages to deter residents from moving south, in order to continue using them as human shields. 

Israeli tank kicks up dust as it manoeuvres near a pick-up truck on the border with Gaza, as seen from the Israeli side, September 3, 2025.

Netanyahu to IDF soldiers: ‘What began in Gaza must end in Gaza’ - watch

Addressing the soldiers directly, Netanyahu said that the government had taken “very difficult decisions, decisions that no one believed we could actually implement.”

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu talks to Patrick Bet-David on his podcast from the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, August 26, 2025.

Sgt. First Class (res.) Ariel Lubliner likely killed by friendly fire in southern Gaza combat

The IDF added that Lubliner was likely killed due to friendly fire, and that the incident is being investigated.

Sgt. First Class (Res.) Ariel Lubliner

IDF targets Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida in Gaza City drone strike

Israeli officials said they are optimistic Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida was killed in the strike. However, his death has not been confirmed.

Scene of the strike in northern Gazs City, where Hamas military spokesman Abu Obeida was reportedly present on August 30, 2025.

Arab states increase focus on Gaza City battle as Israel intensifies military offensive - analysis

Al-Ain reports that some Israeli officials “make no secret of their desire to promote the ‘voluntary migration’ of Palestinians,” though experts describe this proposal as “unrealistic.”

An Israeli armoured personnel carrier (APC) manoeuvres on the Israeli side of the border with Gaza, Israel August 19, 2025

Seven IDF soldiers wounded by explosive device in Gaza City's Zeitoun neighborhood

The seven were wounded after encountering an explosive device while operating on an Israeli Namer APV.

IDF soldiers sit on top of tanks at the Gaza border, August 26, 2025

Microsoft president: IDF use of Azure ‘needs to be tested’

The IDF stated in response: “The IDF acts in accordance with international law in order to thwart terrorism and to maintain the security of the state and its residents.” 

Microsoft Vice Chair and President Brad Smith addresses a keynote in Brussels, Belgium April 30, 2025.