World Embraces the Soldiers of the IDF

Passover is the most family-oriented time on the Jewish calendar. However, for the more than 6,900 lone soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Passover can be a challenging time.
IDF Soldiers Petition Chief to Restore Army Bible Studies

Following the cancellation of a weekly Bible study, over 800 IDF soldiers have signed a petition imploring Chief of Staff Eizenkot to reinstate the lessons.
IDF Calls for New Terminology as Israel Celebrates 50 Years Since Six-Day War

“Choosing the most accurate terms for the Land of Israel can only clarify the Biblical and Jewish connection to the land as well as strengthen our army.”
IDF Chief of Staff: Next War Will Be With Hezbollah

Eizenkot said the IDF was not fooled by the recent silence from Hezbollah and that the IDF continues to follow developments in Lebanon and Syria with extreme vigilance.
IDF Soldier Who Shot Palestinian Terrorist Convicted on Manslaughter Charges

Justices rejected Azaria’s claim that believed the man, who had just stabbed a soldier at the site, was wired with a suicide belt and still posed a threat.
IDF Breaks Ground on Massive, High-Tech Underground Gaza Wall

The IDF has begun construction on a massive, $600 million underground wall along the Israel-Gaza border intended to halt Hamas terror tunnels used to launch attacks and funnel weapons.
50,000 Palestinian Workers Illegally Crossing into Israel Daily Present Terror Threat: Knesset Member

“In the wave of terrorism plaguing us, illegals are often the terrorists,” said MK Elharar.
IDF: Free Degrees For Released Combat Soldiers

The IDF announced that soldiers who enlisted before 2013 and served in a combat unit will now be eligible for a free academic degree as of October.
Russia to Return Israeli Tank Captured 34 Years Ago

“Hearing about the return of the tank sends me back 34 years,” Ben-Dahan told TPS. “It gave me chills.”
Israel’s Leading Rabbis Proclaim: Israel Has No Permission from God to Give Up Land

“We, the rabbis here, will stand and fight that [a two state solution] will never, ever happen,” Rabbi Gold emphasized.