Nahal Brigade

After October 7 and Bondi massacre, seven Australian friends answered Israel's call to serve

The friends had arrived in the IDF via different routes. One told me about the influence of Bnei Akiva, another of family history, friends who had already served. Oct. 7, was central for all seven.

Masa Kumta ceremony: Soldiers receive their light-green berets as part of the IDF's Nahal Brigade, marking the end of months of combat training.
  IDF's Nahal Infantry Brigade established a position in Ait a Shaab,  southern Lebanon, April 19. 2026.

'Post' heads to Lebanon: IDF sets position in Ait a Shaab - Reporters Notebook

IDF troops operate in southern Lebanon.

IDF Nahal Brigade kills Hezbollah terrorists responsible for murdering four soldiers

An IDF soldier operating in the West Bank, published on February 6, 2026.

IDF arrests suspect in West Bank, discovers M4-style rifle hidden in vehicle


Halevi to troops in Rafah: We are dismantling Hamas, its infrastructure to prevent another Oct. 7

"Israeli communities near the Gaza Strip are coming back to life. Residents are returning, and as they do, our responsibility grows even greater—not less."

 IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi in Rafah, Gaza, Wednesday December 18, 2024.

Police, soldiers among nine arrested for allegedly kidnapping, assaulting Palestinian

According to the allegations, in August, the suspects violently attacked and later abducted a Palestinian.

 Israeli soldiers stand while stationed outside a Palestinian shop in Huwara, Israeli-occupied West Bank, May 26, 2022.

Evacuation under fire: IDF uncovers southern Lebanon Hezbollah operation

During these confrontations, soldiers raided a Hezbollah compound based on intelligence and indications of terrorist activity in the area.

 Nahal Brigade soldiers operating in southern Lebanon, November 7, 2024.

IDF announces death of Staff-Sergeant Amit Friedman, 19

Staff Sergeant Amit Friedman, 19, from Or Yehuda, was killed in Gaza. His funeral will include two flag displays honoring his memory.

 IDF announces St.-Sgt. Amit Friedman fell in combat in the Gaza Strip, August 28, 2024.

IDF kills 20 Hamas terrorists in Rafah, destroys rocket launchers aimed at Israel

Israel Air Force fighter jets struck targets in the area from which the projectiles were launched into the Nirim area on Friday.

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip, August 18, 2024.

Hundreds in Israel mourn American lone soldier Jordan Cooper who died after allergic reaction

At his funeral Tuesday night, held after the Jewish mourning day of Tisha B’Av, his father thanked the gathered for answering the family’s call.

 Jordan Cooper grew up in Pennsylvani and moved to Israel in 2018.

Prof. Joseph Bodenheimer, pioneering physicist and academic leader, passes away at 83

He is survived by his wife, Rachel, eight children, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

 Joseph S. Bodenheimer

WATCH: IDF bodycam, drone footage reveals Hamas tunnels in civilian buildings in Rafah

Tunnel shafts were also revealed to store weapons and explosives underneath residential areas.

 Nahal Brigade soldiers operating in Rafah, Gaza Strip, July 6 2024.

IDF announces death of Sergeant Ori Itzchak Hadad, 21, from the Nahal Brigade

Earlier in the afternoon in southern Gaza, the IDF announced that Nahal Brigade soldiers under the command of Division 162 identified a terrorist who launched an anti-tank missile at them in Rafah.

 Ori Itzchak Hadad, 21, from Beersheba, July 1, 2024.

'We all understand there's no other choice': Nahal, Givati Brigade fighters discuss Rafah operation

"The greatest satisfaction I've felt so far was during the last operation to rescue captives, where we played a significant role in the shelling and providing cover," recalled Major Adar.

 IDF soldiers operating in Rafah, June 20, 2024.