Israel Defense Forces

Israeli Tanks in Overnight Gaza Raid Ahead of ‘Next Stage’

Israel said a column of tanks and infantry had launched an overnight raid into Hamas-controlled Gaza, striking "numerous" targets before retreating to home soil.

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Israel Struck Lebanon in Retaliation for Missile Launch: Military

The Israeli military said late Wednesday that its aircraft struck at Lebanon in retaliation for the earlier launch of a surface-to-air missile.

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Gaza Ceasefire ‘Only Benefits Hamas,’ Says White House

A full ceasefire in Gaza would only help Hamas as Israel wages an air campaign against the militant group, but humanitarian "pauses" should be considered to let vital aid in, the White House said Tuesday.

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Israel Receives 45th Cargo Plane Loaded With Weapons for Fight Against Hamas

The US has sent a total of 45 military transport aircraft carrying tons of armaments and armored vehicles to Israel amid its ongoing war with Hamas, the Israeli defense ministry confirmed Friday.

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Israel Says Hamas War Could Last Months, Vows It Would Be ‘Last’

Israel's defense minister said the war against Hamas could take "months" but insisted it would be the last against the Gaza militant group.

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Israel Tells Citizens to Leave Turkey ‘As Soon As Possible’

Israel has told its citizens to leave Turkey immediately amid fears of reprisal attacks after a deadly strike on a hospital in the Gaza Strip.

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Indian Army Studying Hamas Use of Paragliders to Infiltrate Israel

The Indian Army is closely analyzing how Hamas infiltrated Israel, particularly its use of paragliders, according to defense sources.

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Israel Developing ‘Cyber Dome’ – Digital Version of Iron Dome

Israel is developing a digital version of its “Iron Dome” air defense system to address emerging threats in cyberspace.

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Iran Warns of ‘Pre-Emptive Action’ Against Israel

Iran warned Monday of a possible "pre-emptive action" against Israel "in the coming hours," as Jerusalem readies for a ground offensive on the Gaza Strip. 

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UN Chief Warns Mideast on ‘Verge of the Abyss’

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for Hamas to release all hostages and for Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, warning that the Middle East was "on the verge of the abyss."

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