Safeguarding the State of Israel and its residents against threats. Discover the IDF's mission and values.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF; Hebrew: צבא הגנה לישראל, romanized: Tsva Hagana le-Yisra'el ⓘ, lit. 'Army for the Defense of Israel'), alternatively referred to by the Hebrew-language acronym Tzahal …

Dec 12, 2025 · UNIFIL claims IDF shot at patrol in Lebanon; Israel says troops fired at suspect nearby

1 day ago · Sporadic clashes between the Israel Defense Forces and Gaza militants -- plus deadly IDF airstrikes -- continue despite the Gaza ceasefire.

5 days ago · Israel Defense Forces (IDF), armed forces of Israel, comprising the Israeli army, navy, and air force. The order to create the IDF was issued on May 26, 1948, and went into effect on May 31, …

5 days ago · The IDF, or, Israel Defense Forces, is the national military force of the State of Israel and consists of the Israeli Ground Force, the Israeli Air Force, and the Israeli Navy.

Comprehensive overview of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), its current operations, structure, and role in defending Israel across multiple fronts and combat theaters.

3 days ago · Israeli soldiers and armored vehicles operate in Israeli-controlled areas near the Yellow Line in the Northern Gaza Strip on December 18. (IDF) Palestinian terrorists violated the ceasefire in …

3 days ago · IDF: Troops killed dozens of terrorists along Yellow Line in Gaza Reservists from the 2nd Brigade concluded their sixth operational rotation in the Strip.

1 day ago · IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announced that he is appointing a new commander for the navy, though Defense Minister Israel Katz froze the appointment, arguing that he must review the …