WATCH: Holocaust Survivor Tells Story of Grandson, Fallen IDF Commander
Every year on Israeli Memorial Day, Holocaust survivor Berthe Badehi tells the story of her grandson, Lt. Gil, who was a platoon commander in the IDF Armored Corps.
Every year on Israeli Memorial Day, Holocaust survivor Berthe Badehi tells the story of her grandson, Lt. Gil, who was a platoon commander in the IDF Armored Corps.
The Cantor and choir of the IDF sing the moving prayer recited on Yom Kippur about God determining who will die and who will live in the coming year - with scenes from the Yom Kippur War.
Who better than Israeli soldiers to give advice on how to get a good night's rest and enjoy your time in the great outdoors!
The terrorists, all three of whom were killed, had fired on soldiers manning a checkpoint near the Samaritan neighborhood on Mount Gerizim.
Yossi's journey from ex-convict to a beacon of redemption serves as an inspiration to us all.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a pressing issue affecting many military personnel, including the brave men and women serving in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).
The 60-acre site is so realistic, many scenes from the critically acclaimed Israeli TV show, Fauda were filmed here.
With so much misinformation circulating regarding the IDF counterterrorism raid in Jenin, it's time to set the record straight.
The rocket exploded adjacent to the border in Israeli territory, said the IDF.
Israel will not sit by and watch terrorists harm Israelis.
Watch and learn about Netzach Yehuda, the IDF's Haredi battalion, and how its soldiers blend their profound religious devotion with their unwavering duty to defend the nation.
Shrapnel from the Syrian missile was found in the southern Bedouin town of Rahat.
Group of volunteers regularly cooks up a storm to thank the warriors who keep them safe.
One could say she was a victim of child abuse, having been raised in a culture of Jew-hatred, terror and glorification of 'martyrs.'
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'Dago' was injured along with soldiers in Jenin after terrorists detonated explosives, and refused to leave the side of his handler.
The IDF also mapped for destruction the Nablus homes of the terrorists who murdered four Israeli civilians near Eli.
Following military operation during which Israeli soldiers injured, several Druze and Bedouin IDF soldiers give support to 'Palestine,' trash Israel.
Places of worship should be sanctuaries for prayer and peace, not platforms for violence and terror attacks.
'There are 10 military battalions training for this thing. Although it is still not enough, they are preparing exactly for this day,' said the Israeli premier.
It was the first time since 2002 the IDF has used combat helicopters to carry out open air strikes in Judea and Samaria.
'The campaign against ISIS was intensive, and in much more than one country, with results which, in some of the places, are unimaginable.'
The two-week-long exercise is part of Israeli Defense Forces' simulation of a possible multi-front conflict.
The troops were evacuated to Beilinson Hospital with light and moderate injuries.
The exercise brings together participants from 18 nations and includes some 8,000 military personnel.
In a most heartwarming video, parents of a lone soldier in the IDF came from the United States to surprise their son for his swearing-in ceremony!
IDF's 'Firm Hand' exercise simulates a war starting in northern Israel and spreading to other fronts, including Iran.
Former British Army officer says UN condemnation of IDF ensures 'terrorists everywhere continue to use human shields and will cost many more lives.'
75 years after its establishment, soldiers continue to serve proudly in the IDF.
A Hezbollah military drill simulated a raid on an Israeli military base, and it will be covered by local and international media.
Israeli soldiers rescue trapped camel, Eurovision contestants plant saplings in Israel, helping to feed the vulnerable, and much more!
The IDF makes every effort to avoid civilian casualties while fighting vicious terrorists who aim to kill innocent people.
The aerial exchange comes a day after the Israeli military killed three Palestinian Islamic Jihad leaders.
Israelis residing within 40 kilometers of the Gaza border have been instructed to enter or remain near bomb shelters amid fears of rocket attacks.
The cell, directed by leaders in Gaza and Lebanon, was planning additional attacks.
IDF confirms soldier lightly wounded in stabbing attack in Arab village in Samaria.
'Whether it takes a day, a week or a month – you can be certain that we will settle accounts with you,' PM Netanyahu warns terrorists.
Serving in the Israeli Defense Forces is about more than defending borders. It's about honor, values, and, above all, defending the Jewish people and its ancient homeland.
Following is President Isaac Herzog’s speech at the ceremony saluting 120 outstanding soldiers in honor of Israel’s 75th Independence Day at the President’s Residence.
While all of Israel will commemorate the Jewish State's Memorial Day beginning this evening, family members of fallen IDF soldiers mark the solemn day in their own way thanks to an Israeli NGO.
The Israeli military also dropped leaflets warning Syrian soldiers against cooperating with the Iranian terror proxy.
'We must respect our cemeteries, and not turn them into a debate stage,' says IDF Chief of Staff ahead of Memorial Day ceremonies.
With more than 500 female soldiers having given their lives to protect Israel since its establishment, take a moment to reflect on their courage and dedication to the Jewish state.
Despite not being required to serve, hundreds of Arab-Israelis enter the IDF or national volunteer service every year.
During the Holocaust, Noah Van Ouwerkerk's family saved Jews from the Nazis. Today, Noah is a soldier in the IDF.
The IDF is always on alert to fight off any aggression from this evil terror group.
Sgt. Ben, a combat soldier in the IDF Artillery Corps, recalls how his family courageously escaped Egypt in 1956 and came to Israel.
During the Passover holiday this week, the Jewish state has experienced a massive wave of terror on several fronts.
One of the rockets hit a factory in the Sderot industrial area, causing damage.
Air Force captain meets senior paramedic who, during the Second Lebanon War, witnessed his crash and raced to the scene.
Put your skills to the test by taking the IDF Combat Fitness Exam. Will you be able to pass the exam?
Syrian national captured by security forces and accused of spying for Hezbollah provides insight into terror group's methods in the Golan Heights.
An Israeli army vehicle driving along the frontier reportedly set off the explosion.
The terrorist was not spotted by soldiers at lookout posts, nor did he set off the detection system, said the military.
A year after the IDF launched the massive counter-terror effort in Judea and Samaria, Israel is still grappling with a Palestinian terror wave, but many innocent lives have been saved, says IDF officer.
Learn to defend yourself like an Israeli soldier!
The suspect, armed with a suicide vest and a rifle, was killed at a security checkpoint.
Washington Post investigation into IDF counter-terror operation exposes more about the newspaper's own biases than about the Israeli army's actions.
Israeli security forces drove right into Jenin to arrest a wanted Hamas member.
Israel's 'top guns' give big screen pilots a reality check.
The IDF takes care of its soldiers' physical and mental health.
Purim food packages show appreciation for lone soldiers.
Soldiers apprehended the suspects in Aqabat Jabr, outside Jericho.
A unique Purim party for injured troops enables them to let go of their suffering.
Gruber, a child of Holocaust survivors, launched a lecture program called 'Ethics in the Field' and a non-profit 'Kindness in the Field,' bringing sensitivity to the soldiers.
The exchange comes in the wake of a deadly gun battle in Nablus that erupted after Israeli forces came under fire during a counter-terror raid.
The behavior of the Palestinians raised the suspicion of Border Police officers manning the checkpoint in the suburb of Abu Dis.
During the attempt to arrest the suspects, there was an exchange of fire between the security forces and the fugitives.
A group of Israeli soldiers rescued a 23-year-old woman from the rubble in Turkey.
The IDF isn't only one of the most moral armies in the world, it's also the most inspiring.
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The IDF is deploying forces to Turkey to aid with rescue efforts after a disastrous earthquake.
The exchange came after heavy clashes between Palestinian Islamic Jihad and Israeli troops left nine dead in Jenin on Thursday.
After the Shin Bet tip-off, security forces concluded there wasn’t a moment to lose; Israel is prepared for the possibility of rocket attacks from Gaza.
A teenage boy entered a minefield in the Golan Heights and the IDF rushed into to rescue him.
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Born and raised in Jerusalem, Herzi Halevi is the first graduate of a religious high school to become Chief of Staff.
To provide commanders and tank crews with wide range of battlefield challenges, the training systems integrate the tank’s operational sub-systems.
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The IDF will continue to protect and defend the State of Israel, fight terrorism and keep citizens safe this year.
Christians in the Middle East, Autism no obstacle to joining IDF, Israel promotes Arab entrepreneurship, and much more!
Kafr Aqab resident Eslam Froukh, 26, constructed the bombs that killed two Israelis and wounded over 20 using instructions found online, according to the Shin Bet and Israel Police.
This development comes about two weeks after the U.N.'s Palestinian refugee agency, UNRWA, disclosed that the ground beneath one of its schools had fallen—and that the construction of a Hamas terrorist tunnel caused the collapse.
The IDF downed this drone crossing from Lebanon into Israeli airspace, Dec. 20, 2022. Credit: IDF.
Aside from the 'warm winter gifts' that were given thanks to the UWI donors, what truly warmed the soldiers' hearts was the atmosphere of love and appreciation.
Thousands of Israelis marched in Tel Aviv to honor of these heroes who sacrificed their bodies to protect the Jewish state.
Friends of the IDF campaign, 'Live the Miracle,' is a strong statement against antisemitism.
According to the IDF, 8,000 active soldiers and another 5,000 reservists were participating in the drill.
Yahya Saadi was arrested in the village of Jabariat in Samaria.
The rocket was likely shot by Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) terrorists in retribution for the murder of a terrorist in Jenin.
Saadi was responsible for a number of shooting attacks, and provided weapons to other terrorists.
An expert discusses whether Operation Breaking the Wave has been successful and whether he predicts a continued rise in terror attacks in the future.
Elbit Systems' Hermes 900 unmanned aerial vehicle. Credit: Elbit Systems.
Lt.-Gen. Kochavi is making his final visit to the US as IDF Chief of Staff for talks with senior Pentagon and national security officials.
The body of a young Druze-Israeli man who perished in a car accident was stolen from a Palestinian hospital by terrorists who thought he was an IDF soldier, hoping to demand a ransom for his return.
The international community will soon face its 'greatest test,' says Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva.
The wanted suspect was handed over for further investigation by the security forces.
Severely injured as a baby from rocket shrapnel, Shila Naamat is showing the terrorists who the winner is.
Farouk Salama, leader of the local branch of PIJ's Al-Quds Brigades, was involved in shooting attacks and was suspected of planning more.
At the time of his death, Farouk Salama was suspected of planning more terrorist attacks.
An IDF soldier's flight from Uzbekistan made an emergency landing in Iran, leaving the Israeli soldier stuck in an Iranian airport for nine hours.
'I trust the female tank personnel to conduct border defense missions with professionalism and great success,' says IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi.
IDF raids send at least four Lion’s Den terrorists scampering to the Palestinian Authority for protection against Israeli reprisals.
Israel has been carrying out raids and operations against the Lions' Den terror group. Here's why the group poses a danger to stability and peace in the region:
A heavy-lift cargo helicopter, the CH-53K was first put into service this past April.
Wadi al-Houh was a founding member of the Lion's Den terror group.
Take a look at the Bardelas Battalion, which is tasked with combating smugglers across Israel's borders.
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IDF veterans who were wounded in action, are touring US campuses to give Jewish students encouragement as they battle Jew-hatred in the academic arena.
St. Sgt. Ido Baruch was securing a march in Samaria when he was killed in a drive-by terror shooting.
Dr. Abdullah al-Ahmad, a Palestinian killed in an IDF raid Friday, was described as a 'commander' of Fatah's armed wing.
Get to know the infantry unit and meet some of the Arab and Jewish soldiers serving in the brigade and defending Israel!
'Today, a holiday turned into a day of sadness and pain,' Prime Minister Yair Lapid stated in a message of condolence.
A security guard was seriously injured, and a third Israeli was lightly wounded in the attack.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Kfir Brigade soldiers training to improve their counter-terrorism capabilities.
Best wishes for a good year filled with health, happiness and peace!
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Maj. Bar Falah was laid to rest in Netanya.
During an exchange of fire near Jenin, an IDF officer was killed.
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The Palestinian wave of violence continued on Wednesday when a terrorist threw an improvised explosive at Israeli troops.
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Learn about the "Smiling Soldiers" project, which aims to humanize the troops and reveal a side of the IDF that we rarely see.
Over 200 rockets fired by the Islamic Jihad terror group in August exploded inside the Gaza Strip, killing and injuring Palestinians.
Israel continues to battle illegal weapons smuggling on its borders.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the IDF's Armored Corps in action.
Remotely manned aircraft have become an influential factor in the IDF’s operational activities.
Weapons seized in overnight raids across Judea and Samaria.
In recent weeks, Israeli-Lebanese tensions have been rising over maritime border negotiations.
