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IDF prepares for Iranian attacks, tests communications systems in multi-front war drills

"The exercise is part of an ongoing process to strengthen the operational readiness of communications units across all sectors,” said Brig.-Gen. Omer Cohen, the IDF's chief communications officer.

IDF soldiers operating in the West Bank.
MKs Gadi Eisenkot and Naftali Bennett speak during the inaugural session of the 26th Knesset, in Jerusalem, November 10, 2026

Bennett urges Eisenkot bloc to 'threaten haredi parties, not beg them' to join gov't

Smoke and flames rise from a house during an Israeli strike, carried out after the IDF warned residents to evacuate the area, in Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip, September 9, 2026.

Israel is killing Hamas's next generation of commanders - can it break the cycle? - analysis

Israeli security and rescue forces take part in an earthquake drill at Ziv Hospital in Tzfat, northern Israel, December 23, 2025.

Shaking things up: IDF details earthquake preparedness plans amid fears of next potential disaster


Ramim Ridge declared closed military zone after unexploded ordnance reported

On Saturday, the IDF stated that the Military Police have secured the scene, and explosives disposal teams are currently working to neutralize the items.

Israel Police respond to the scene of an explosion caused by a previously undetonated ordnance near Metula on August 18, 2026.

Three arrested in West Bank after clash between Israelis, Palestinians as olive harvest continues

A security source confirmed that police officers and IDF soldiers were called to the scene, where they separated the two groups and arrested three suspects, who were taken in for questioning.

Israeli security forces raid the Askar refugee camp in the West Bank, September 4, 2026; Illustrative.

Israel prepares for possible Iran escalation as US delays military action until after midterms

Israeli officials assess that Iran is stalling nuclear talks as Washington weighs military action, while the IDF prepares for a possible Gaza City offensive.

People walk on a street near a mural featuring an image of the late Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran, Iran, May 18, 2026.

Hind Rajab Foundation accuses Israeli visiting London of 'using starvation as a method of warfare'

In its complaint, the organization attributes alleged involvement in war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide to the Israeli man during his service in the IDF in the Gaza Strip.

IDF Paratroopers Brigade operating in the Gaza Strip. Pictures released on August 24, 2026.

IDF demolishes monument previously damaged by MK Zvi Sukkot during West Bank ops - report

The IDF demolished a monument commemorating terrorists near Nablus that MK Zvi Sukkot had damaged in August, as part of ongoing counterterrorism operations in the West Bank.

Israeli soldiers take part in a military operation in the West Bank city of Nablus, October 7, 2026.

IDF kills Hamas commander involved in holding Noa Argamani, 11 other hostages

The IDF said the two terrorists had advanced attacks against Israeli troops and civilians throughout the war, and worked to restore Hamas's military capabilities.

IDF kills Ihab Jamil Abu Taqiya who held multiple hostages in Gaza. October 30, 2026

IDF, Border Police seize rifles, silencers, 2,300 rounds in West Bank raid near Kalkilya

Security forces seized a major weapons cache near Kalkilya and arrested four suspects near Jenin on Thursday night. Police dogs also helped find guns and drugs in a fridge in Kafr Manda.

Israeli security forces operate in the village of Hable, near Kalkilya, in the West Bank overnight on Oct. 29, 2026.

IDF prepares to demolish homes of terrorists who killed two Israeli soldiers in Hebron attack

On Sunday, the Mount Hebron Regional Council announced it was establishing eight new outposts in the Hebron Hills in response to the terror attack.

Israeli security forces near the scene of a shooting attack near the West Bank city of Hebron, October 23, 2026. Five people were wounded in the attack, two of them seriously, and two Palestinian terrorists were killed by Israeli forces.

Trump pledges to push for IDF withdrawal from Lebanon if Beirut joins Abraham Accords - report

Israel has not ruled out the possibility of reaching a peace agreement with Lebanon once the security threat posed by Hezbollah has been removed.

IDF soldiers patrol along the Israeli-Lebanese border, on October 21, 2026.

IDF may scale back Hebron presence by weekend after evacuating thousands of Palestinians

Despite rejecting Zamir's earlier recommendation to exit the West Bank city, Netanyahu may show more flexibility now that the election has passed.

IDF soldiers take part in a military operation in the West Bank city of Hebron, October 29, 2026