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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


IDF avoiding killing certain Hamas officials in Gaza over fear of civil order collapse

Military sources confirmed to Walla that the decision not to target Hamas municipal officials stems from a concern that killing them could lead to the collapse of governing institutions in Gaza.

A HAMAS terrorist stands on a street during Eid al-Fitr in Gaza City.

Rabbi Dov Lando must explain his opposition to haredi IDF service - opinion

Rabbi Dov Lando urges haredi young men to prioritize Torah study over military service, raising questions about ethics, Jewish law, and responsibility.

 Rabbi Dov Lando seen during a meeting to discuss the drafting of ultra-Orthodox jews to the IDF in the ultra-Orthodox city of Bnei Brak, April 5, 2024.

High Court approves demolition of Palestinian rocket suspect's home, rejects family's appeal

Writing the main opinion, Justice Yael Willner ruled that preparations for repeated rocket attacks posed exceptional danger, justifying the apartment's demolition despite the attack being thwarted.

Armed Israeli soldiers stand guard as heavy machinery demolishes a residential building in the village of Khirbet Qalqas, south of Hebron, in the occupied West Bank, on June 8, 2026.  (Illustrative)

Israel's new IDF Space Division marks major shift in military strategy after Iran war - opinion

Israel must do everything possible to maintain near-complete independence in its space capabilities across all aspects of “Blue and White” development.

A student of an IDF air force school watches the stars through a telescope at a new planetarium in Maale Adumim, January 13. 2008.

New academic plan expands support for reservist students, career soldiers for 2026-27 school year

The new plan allows alternative assessments in up to three courses, eases scholarship eligibility requirements, and offers accommodations for students whose studies were extended due to service.

Israeli soldiers walk through a village in southern Lebanon during an Israeli military operation, May 17, 2026.

Shin Bet accused of coercing Gaza targets into deadly strikes to spare families - report

The outlet reportedly interviewed several Gazans whom it describes as "Palestinian faction activists," as well as their families, and they all had similar experiences. 

A HAMAS terrorist is seen alongside guns in Gaza.

WATCH: Unlawful haredi protests ramp up near IDF recruitment center in Kiryat Ono

The protesters also tried to intimidate the new recruits arriving at the base, police added.

Haredi protesters gather outside the Tel Hashomer IDF base in Kiryat Ono on November 1, 2026.

Hezbollah unlikely to attack Israel in case of US-Iran war unless regime under threat - report

Hezbollah would, according to a senior Lebanese official, join the fight despite its weakened military capacity if the Iranian regime's survival was found to be at stake.

A man attending a ceremony marking the second anniversary of the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah abd holding an Iranian and a Hezbolla flag on September 27, 2026 in Beirut, Lebanon.

Trump says US ready to hit Iran's nuclear program 'in ten minutes' after speaking with Netanyahu

"There are 'one or two sites' left that need to be dealt with, including Pickaxe Mountain. We can do it in ten minutes. We have a plan for it, and we can execute it very quickly," the president said.

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Clearing the shadow: Celebrated American Col. David ‘Mickey’ Marcus’s true contribution to the IDF

David “Mickey” Marcus (nom de guerre – Mickey Stone) was a rare Jewish graduate of America’s prestigious West Point Military Academy, and served in the US Army during World War II.

IDF CONVOY of supplies on the Burma Road to Jerusalem during the War of Independence, June 14, 1948.