IDF Boot Camp Officer: Up Close and Personal
Meet Israeli army boot camp officer 2nd Lt. Heelie. Her job is to train her soldiers to be prepared for combat, but she also teaches them how to be prepared for life. Here she talks about her service and shows us a glimpse of what she does every day.
Surrounded by a Sea of Enemies: The Jewish Community in Hebron
When God told Abraham to go to the land he would show him, He told him it would belong to his descendants — one day. Abraham was merely a guest in someone else’s home at the time, so when he lost he beloved wife, he needed to purchase a burial plot for her. That plot, […]
Resilience and Faith of an Injured IDF Soldier
Ever seen someone rise above their challenges and pain, and be determined to smile and keep their faith in the Almighty? Meet Israeli soldier Asael Lubotski who was critically injured during the 2nd Lebanon War. Hear about his faith, determination and contributions to the medical field, in the wake of his near death.
Passover Greetings to YOU from the IDF
In this great video, soldiers from the IDF share what the holiday means to them, and wish you a happy Passover–in Hebrew, English and French! Click here to donate to the LIBI Fund, the official fund of the IDF
BIN Exclusive: “Save One Life, Save a World”: Interview with Dr. Ofer Merin, Chief of the IDF Field Hospital Unit (Video)
When you hear on the news of Israel sending medical rescue delegations to disaster zones, the man in charge is Dr. Ofer Merin. Dr. Merin, commander of the IDF Field Hospital Unit, has led medical rescue teams recently to Haiti, Japan, and the Philippines. A cardiothoracic surgeon by training, head of the trauma unit at […]
Shin Bet: Second Terrorist Attack was “Days Away”
The terrorist cell behind the December 22, 2013 bus bombing in Bat Yam was days away from conducting a second similar attack in Tel Aviv. The Shin Bet, Israel’s domestic security service, confirmed the thwarted plan after arresting and questioning members of the cell. Four terrorists and 10 suspects were arrested last week in Bethlehem, […]
Peace Talks in Israel Bring Rise in Terrorist Attacks
The Shin Bet has released some startling statistics showing that terrorist attacks in Israel are on the rise. The main cause? Peace talks between the Palestinian Authority and Israel. The month of November 2013 saw the highest number of terror attacks, with 167 attacks, up from 82 in July 2013. Palestinian officials are notorious for […]
Israeli Commando Gives Insiders View on Entebbe Mission
Yishai interviews Lt. Col. (ret.) Shai Ish-Shalom, a member of the Israeli commando force that freed Jewish hostages in Entebbe, Uganda. Ish-Shalom talks to Yishai about his growing up in Israel and his experience as a member of Sayeret Matkal, the most prestigious unit in the Israel Defense Forces along with his personal ideology about […]
Israeli Energy Independence: Israeli navy prepares to protect Tamar gas field gains
Israel’s huge new offshore Tamar gas field has eased the country’s energy worries, but added a whole new set of headaches for the IDF’s already thinly-stretched naval forces.
Greatest IDF Moments of 2013
Watch the 2013 highlights, struggles, and personal triumphs of the soldiers of the Israeli Defense Forces. And most of all, rejoice with them as they stay hopeful, optimistic and strong this New Year.