Second Lebanon War

IDF chief during Second Lebanon War urges current commanders to challenge gov't Lebanon policy

Halutz also assessed the state of the opposition and criticized several of its leaders, noting that the most likely contestants to defeat Netanyahu would be Naftali Bennett or Gadi Eisenkot.

IDF soldiers operating in Lebanon's Beaufort Ridge, shared by the military on May 31, 2026.
IDF troops operating in southern Lebanon on April 25, 2026.

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

IDF troops operate in southern Lebanon.

IDF says disarming Hezbollah unrealistic without full-scale invasion as troops push towards Litani

Vehicle with Spectral X signature management solutions

Spectralx: Israeli company redefines battlefield concealment - interview


On this day: Remembering a fallen soldier, Roi Klein

Roi Klein was 31 years old when he was killed and is, to this day, one of the most famous Israeli war stories: the ultimate hero.

 Roi Klein's grave

The Syrian role in Hezbollah’s 2006 war now casts a shadow on Israel - analysis

Hezbollah sees 2006 as an important symbol and believes that saving the Syrian regime, with Iran’s backing, has enabled a new paradigm in the region.

 Supporters of Lebanon's Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah carry flags and pictures of Syria's President Bashar al-Assad during a rally marking al-Quds Day, (Jerusalem Day) in Maroun Al-Ras village, near the border with Israel, southern Lebanon June 8, 2018.

How Israel can use Syria to prevent Jenin from becoming Lebanon - analysis

Monday’s operation showed the IDF opted for the former approach. In so doing, it went for what could be called the Syrian formula.

 Israeli soldiers clash with Palestinian youth following Military operation in Jenin, in the West Bank city of Hebron, July 3, 2023

New home for lone IDF combat soldiers to open in Ra'anana

The house will accommodate 93 lone combat soldiers and is set to open its doors in March 2024.

 Habayit Shel Benji - a real home for lone soldiers and Guidance Center for all soldiers after their service

Regev's candidate for director-general said fallen soldier 'not a hero'

Regev has insisted that she intends to push for her candidate to be approved, despite widespread opposition.

Miri  Regev

Terrorist with ties to 2006 killing of IDF soldier arrested by Shin Bet

Alam al-Ra’i was arrested earlier this year for shooting attacks near Joseph's Tomb in Nablus. Israeli security agency investigation revealed evidence of his activities during the 2nd Lebanon War.

  42-year-old Alam al-Ra’i is suspected of involvement in shootings at Josephs Tomb earlier this year, as well as the murder of IDF soldier Sgt. Osher Damari in 2006.

Israel considering revealing face of fallen elite soldier Emmanuel Moreno

Emmanuel Moreno was a French-born IDF elite officer who was killed in combat during the Second Lebanon War.

Israeli soldiers hold an Israeli flag as they leave Lebanese territory during a second day of ceasefire during the Second Lebanon War, near the town of Menara August 15, 2006.

Gilboa Prison break follows the pattern of Yom Kippur War

Clumsiness led to the escape, but Israel’s ability to react fast on its feet led to the surprisingly good climax.

 POLICE SET UP a roadblock on Road 60 which leads to Jenin, following the escape of six Palestinian prisoners earlier this month from Gilboa Prison.

15 years later, Hezbollah is still a threat to Israel - editorial

During the 34-day war in 2006, 164 Israelis were killed – 119 soldiers and 45 civilians. Approximately 4,000 rockets were fired from southern Lebanon toward Israel during the fighting.

Members of Hezbollah march with party's flags during a rally marking al-Quds Day, (Jerusalem Day) in Beirut

Second Lebanon War heroes brought sounds of silence to the North - opinion

Israel has enjoyed an unfamiliar sound on its northern border for 15 years: quiet. It’s not like the volatile border with Gaza, since Israel withdrew hoping for peace in 2005.

GIL TROY (left), Harriet Levin, Mark Levin and Richard Corman.