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Adva Levi, a former Israeli Defense Forces recruit who became a pornographic actress in the US, is requesting deportation back to Israel as she faces allegations of defrauding elderly men.
The Israeli Defense Forces and Shin Bet eliminated Razek Sahil Suleiman Abu Shahma, a former bodyguard to Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and a member of the elite Nukhba unit, during a targeted operation.
A Palestinian teenager was killed and a 70-year-old man injured during an attack by Israeli settlers on a Palestinian village in the occupied West Bank. The Israeli Defense Forces subsequently arrested three Palestinian suspects in connection with an earlier attack on Jewish hikers in the area.
The Israeli Defense Forces announced that their engineers recently sealed two Hamas tunnels, found in the central and southern parts of the Gaza Strip, which were filled with concrete.
The Israeli Defense Forces have increased their deployment in the West Bank to 26 battalions in response to a sharp rise in violence, with the duration of the deployment under reassessment.
The Israeli Defense Forces are reportedly considering acquiring anti-submarine aircraft in response to the growing threat posed by the Turkish navy, which operates a significant fleet of diesel-electric submarines.
The Israeli Defense Forces have opened 57 criminal investigations into the deaths of Gaza citizens and a Lebanese detainee in military custody during the war, but none have resulted in indictments.
The Israeli Defense Forces are conducting a search operation for Israeli civilians last heard from in a Palestinian village in the West Bank, working to rule out concerns of a kidnapping or security incident.
A report indicates that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are considering transferring control of an underground Hezbollah compound to the Lebanese army. This move is seen as a potential test of Lebanon's willingness and capability to act against Hezbollah.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have issued an urgent evacuation warning to residents in 16 towns located in southern Lebanon.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have struck the Hamas naval police headquarters in the Gaza Strip, reportedly killing several terrorists. The UN has previously reported that Hamas police executed Palestinians in Gaza.
Israeli Defense Forces officials reportedly fear a withdrawal under fire if a deal regarding Lebanon is reached without prior warning.
The Israeli Defense Forces are reportedly acting against Palestinians residing in West Bank firing zones while ignoring settlers, drawing criticism.
The Israeli Defense Forces conducted a strike on a Hezbollah weapons production site located in Tyre, a city in southern Lebanon. The facility was reportedly hidden under a former clinic, from which Hezbollah operatives have launched missiles towards Israel.
Israeli Defense Forces soldiers operating in Lebanon have voiced complaints about being assigned risky and seemingly pointless missions during daylight hours.
Three Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers sustained moderate to severe wounds in two distinct incidents in Lebanon. All injured soldiers were evacuated for medical treatment, and their families have been notified.
Seventeen people have died in Lebanon due to Israeli attacks, with the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) stating they are 'forced to take action against Hezbollah' and calling for residents in two southern Lebanese towns to evacuate.
Officials from the Israeli Defense Forces have stated that any campaign against Iran would be considered a 'failure' if it does not result in the dismantling of Tehran's nuclear program.
An Israeli Defense Forces major has been charged with aiding the enemy, taking a bribe, and aggravated smuggling in connection with an alleged scheme involving Gaza.
Ultra-Orthodox extremists from Jerusalem protested nationwide and invaded the residence of the head of the Israeli Defense Forces Military Police in Ashkelon.
The Israeli Defense Forces replaced a Jesus statue in Lebanon that was reportedly smashed by a soldier, who has since been removed from combat duty.
Clashes erupted in southern Lebanon between Israeli Defense Forces and Hezbollah, resulting in the death of Sergeant Major Ayal Uriel Bianko and the wounding of at least ten other IDF soldiers. The incidents also involved a drone attack and the discovery of weapons in a Lebanese home.
An Israeli Defense Forces soldier was severely injured during an operational accident in Gaza and has been evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment. His family has been notified.
The Israeli Defense Forces have begun destroying homes in southern Lebanon, alleging they were used by Hezbollah for reconnaissance and anti-tank fire, as Israeli forces advance deeper into the region.
A second member of an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) air crew is reportedly under suspicion for betting on the Iran war on the Polymarket platform.
The Israeli Defense Forces are sending the 162nd and 98th Divisions to southern Lebanon to join existing forces in counterterrorism operations, focusing on sweeping for concealed Hezbollah weapons.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have stated that an Israeli farmer was killed near the Lebanon border by Israeli fire that came from an 'incorrect angle'.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have reported that they struck Iranian weapon production facilities, intelligence sites, and military headquarters, targeting decision-making centers for the war.
A state of emergency has been declared in Arad, southern Israel, following an Iranian missile strike that has now reportedly killed five people and injured at least 100, as Israeli defense forces investigate a failed missile interception.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have reiterated a widespread evacuation warning for southern Lebanon, urging civilians to move north of the Zahrani River as air strikes continue.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have announced that they are conducting an extensive attack against Tehran, the capital of Iran.
The band's 2003 hit appeared in a propaganda video the Israeli Defense Forces posted over the weekend
Two Israeli Defense Forces soldiers were killed in a Hezbollah attack in southern Lebanon, according to the Israeli army.
An Israeli Defense Forces officer and a soldier sustained injuries during military operations in southern Lebanon, marking the second such incident in as many days.
The Islamic Group, a Sunni organization founded in Lebanon in 1964 and linked to the Muslim Brotherhood, claimed its headquarters were targeted by Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) strikes. The group has previously collaborated with Hezbollah.
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Lt. Col. Nadav Shoshani, international spokesperson for the Israeli Defense Forces, about the ongoing war with Iran.
The Israeli Defense Forces have reacted after the attack launched in Iran, together with the USA. Military forces say Iran has carried out retaliatory attacks against Israel.
An editorial highlights how a recently deleted Israeli Defense Forces video exacerbated tensions surrounding haredi military conscription and draft enforcement policies.
Israel’s defense forces and security agency are formally incorporating local armed tribal groups into their operational command structure. The move signals a strategic shift toward leveraging indigenous militias for ground operations and intelligence gathering.
This analysis explores the rebuilding efforts of Hamas in Gaza and the corresponding decline in faith among Israelis living near the border regarding the Israeli Defense Forces' capabilities.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced the killing of a Hamas company commander in Gaza, whom they identified as being involved in the October 7 invasion of Israel. This marks the second Hamas commander killed by Israel in two days.
The Israeli Defense Forces reportedly shot down an unarmed Hezbollah drone equipped with a camera in southern Lebanon.
The Israeli Defense Forces are working to determine the origin of a drone intercepted near the Syrian border, following standard procedure to verify the aircraft's identity before interception.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are actively engaged in Bint Jbail, working to dismantle Hezbollah's terror infrastructure within weeks, amidst calls for withdrawal.
An Israeli Defense Forces helicopter transporting President Isaac Herzog was forced to make an unplanned emergency landing after colliding with a bird.
Israeli Defense Forces killed two individuals who threw Molotov cocktails towards the Karmei Tzur community, leading to fires that firefighters are now extinguishing.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported the killing of over 10 Hezbollah field commanders, including Hajj Salameh and two of his successors, in recent operations.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) published a video showing its attacks on Iranian air defense systems, providing visual evidence of the recent military actions.
Seven Palestinians were wounded during a settler raid in the West Bank, with some injuries reportedly caused by Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) fire.
Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, Chief of Staff of the Israeli Defense Forces, stated that most of Iran's military capabilities have been 'destroyed' and its nuclear program 'significantly damaged'.
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have apprehended a suspect and vehicle in Nablus, West Bank, in connection with an attempted hit-and-run incident and transferred them to security forces for questioning.
An Israeli Defense Forces officer has been killed in southern Lebanon, marking the third Israeli soldier to die in the northern region this week.
A rocket struck a UNIFIL base in Lebanon, causing no injuries, following reports that Israeli Defense Forces had damaged another military vehicle with warning shots.
The Israeli Defense Forces' advanced Iron Beam laser defense system saw limited deployment during the recent conflict with Iran due to a lack of sufficient batteries, despite its cost-effectiveness compared to missile interceptors.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced they destroyed a 140-meter Hezbollah tunnel at Ras al-Bayda cape in Lebanon, an operation that reportedly involved a terrifying explosion and resulted in 28 deaths in Lebanon today.
A Hezbollah drone strike wounded twelve Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers after hitting an armored personnel carrier, escalating tensions and fighting along the Lebanon border.
Two Israeli Defense Forces soldiers were reportedly wounded in an overnight operation in the West Bank, with Israeli media suggesting a stabbing attack.
Following losses in Gaza and Lebanon, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and the Ministry of Defense's procurement directorate have launched a tender to purchase 12,000 Israeli FPV assault drones. This move comes as Hezbollah intensifies drone attacks from southern Lebanon.
The Chief of Staff of the Israeli Defense Forces, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, ordered the military to transition to a state of heightened alert. This directive comes in preparation for a potential renewed military conflict with Iran, following the collapse of peace talks in Pakistan.
Despite assertions from the Israeli Defense Forces, intelligence reports indicate that Hezbollah maintains a solid hold in southern Lebanon, suggesting a different assessment of the group's strength in the region.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) conducted an operation in southern Lebanon, resulting in the deaths of dozens of Hezbollah terrorists and the seizure of weapons. Forces also detained a terrorist observing Israeli soldiers for investigation.
The Israeli Defense Forces claim to have found hundreds of Hezbollah weapons in a school in southern Lebanon after a raid in the village of Al-Khiyam, sharing media footage of the discovery. This raises questions about how Hezbollah 'reappeared' south of the Litani River with its weapons.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reportedly struck rocket warehouses and regime service headquarters in Iran, while Tel Aviv was also hit. This comes amidst conflicting claims regarding potential negotiations to de-escalate the conflict.
An Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson stated that Israel anticipates facing 'weeks of fighting' against its primary adversaries, Iran and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah.
Israel has launched a wave of strikes on south Lebanon, hitting a key bridge, as an Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson warned of 'weeks of fighting' against Iran and Hezbollah, with Israel vowing to escalate operations against Hezbollah.
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) troops engaged in clashes with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, reportedly killing three terrorists with gun and tank fire without suffering any casualties.
World leaders have issued statements expressing concern and decrying a possible Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) invasion of Lebanon, highlighting the "deeply alarming" humanitarian situation.
New series of airstrikes against Hezbollah infrastructure in Beirut by the Israeli Defense Forces.
The Chief of Staff of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, stated that there is no safe place for 'weapons of Iranian evil' and that the war will last 'a very long time,' with Hezbollah continuing to pay a heavy price.
Five Israeli Defense Forces soldiers were severely injured by anti-tank fire near the Lebanon border, with three other Givati soldiers sustaining light wounds in the same incident.
Two Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers were wounded during ground operations in southern Lebanon, marking the first such casualties since a ceasefire began earlier this week.
The Israeli Defense Forces reportedly struck Iranian government complex buildings in Tehran, including the President's office and the Supreme National Security Council headquarters.
Saudi media outlets are reporting that Mohammad Raad, the leader of Hezbollah's parliamentary bloc, was allegedly killed in an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) attack on targets in Lebanon.
Three Palestinians were shot by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, with Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) troops reportedly present during the incident.
Israeli Defense Forces conducted airstrikes in Lebanon, killing one individual and wounding six others, including a woman and a child.
The Israeli Defense Forces were reportedly warned that details of 170 soldiers were exposed online but failed to take action for a week, raising concerns about data security.
An editorial in Haaretz argues that the Israeli Defense Forces' investigations into incidents in Gaza are merely political theater and do not genuinely pursue justice.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are planning to set up voting stations in hostile territories, including Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza, to allow soldiers to cast their ballots in the upcoming October election.
Israeli defense forces have detained several civilians who attempted to illegally cross into Syrian territory. This incident is part of a series of such attempts by Israeli citizens.
The Israeli Defense Forces have confirmed the construction of a massive sand barrier, spanning over 23 kilometers, dividing Gaza, following the emergence of satellite imagery.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced that they have destroyed Hezbollah infrastructure and located over 150 weapons in a southern Lebanon village, which was identified as a hub for terror activity.
Israeli soldiers fatally shot two people in southern Lebanon, according to health officials, escalating tensions in the region. Lebanon's Joseph Aoun stated that the country would accept nothing less than the withdrawal of Israeli Defense Forces.
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) troops have reportedly cornered 30 Hezbollah terrorists within a kilometer-long tunnel network in Tebnit, engaging in combat both above and below ground.
A senior officer states that Hezbollah is increasingly relying on drones to prevent further Israeli Defense Forces incursions into Lebanon, prompting IDF forces to focus on hunting drone operators.
Families of victims and former military officials are debating the Israeli Defense Forces' transparency regarding information following the failures of October 7, with frustrations over missing details.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reportedly fired upon a civilian aircraft over a West Bank town after mistaking it for a hostile drone. The incident narrowly avoided a major accident.
A report indicates that Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) troops in southern Lebanon have resorted to borrowing fishing nets from Galilee fishermen to bolster their defenses against the growing threat of drones from Hezbollah.
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers have shared accounts of moral decay experienced during their service in Lebanon, reflecting on the phrase 'It was okay to be crazy'.
The Israeli Defense Forces conducted a readiness exercise, dubbed 'Sulfur and Fire,' along the eastern border and Dead Sea area, simulating infiltrations, drone threats, and complex incidents.
The Israeli Armed Forces are prepared to respond "with force" to any attack from Iran, as stated by the Chief of the Israeli Defense Forces, Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir.
The Israeli Defense Forces are reportedly shifting their strategic focus to the Iranian nuclear threat, moving away from previous considerations of ballistic missiles and regime change.
An Israeli Defense Forces soldier, identified as Sgt. Liem Ben-Hamo, was killed and 12 other troops were wounded in southern Lebanon following a drone blast. The incident occurred during military operations in the region.
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers have killed a Palestinian man in the West Bank.
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) strikes in Gaza have resulted in the deaths of six people, including three children, according to the Health Ministry.
Sources claim that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have razed villages in South Lebanon despite an ongoing cease-fire agreement.
The Israeli Defense Forces reported uncovering a weapons stash used by Hezbollah terrorists inside a hospital in Lebanon over the weekend.
Israeli media reported that at least ten people were killed and dozens injured in an Israeli Defense Forces attack east of the Al-Mawasi refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed that AI infrastructure initially built in Gaza is now active in Iran and Lebanon. This development suggests an expansion of intelligence capabilities in the region.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are building a new 10-mile border barrier in Gaza, complete with 32 outposts, as detailed in a recent report.
Reports indicate that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have captured two Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon.
An Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson warned of 'weeks of fighting' against Iran and Hezbollah, with Israel now vowing to escalate operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, targeting bridges, and the army chief stating the battle has only just begun.
The Israeli Defense Forces is proceeding with its March-April 2026 draft, which is expected to include thousands of soldiers, with over 500 new immigrants joining combat roles as part of Operation Roaring Lion.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced that for the first time since the start of the war on February 28, they carried out airstrikes on northern Iran.
An ultra-Orthodox group illegally entered a tomb in the West Bank and was subsequently removed by the Israeli Defense Forces hours later.
"These warmongering killers are using our music without our consent. It makes us both sick and furious. Still, in a way, it's typical - arrogantly taking something that isn't theirs," wrote the musician.
An Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldier faced disciplinary action after a video surfaced showing him vandalizing a monument dedicated to the late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat in the West Bank.
The Israeli Defense Forces conducted a significant overnight strike in Beirut, targeting Hezbollah's headquarters and military infrastructure within a densely populated area.
The Israeli Defense Forces announced on Tuesday that they have deployed troops deeper into southern Lebanon, beyond the five positions they currently hold, "as part of an enhanced forward defensive posture" following an attack...
The Israeli Defense Forces (Israel's army, IDF) have taken action in southern Lebanon, according to a statement issued by the IDF.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) published photos of seven members of the Iranian security leadership whom they claim were successfully "eliminated," which is a military term for killing.