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Large-scale home front drill to be held this week

The Turning Point 7 drill will take place this week, preparing the IDF Home Front Command and civilian institutions for the threat of an unconventional weapons attack

Elite soldiers fight it out in IDF's first-ever Krav Maga tournament

The IDF recently held its first self-defense tournament for elite army units; select fighters from 16 brigades took part in the competition
Israel's unmanned defenders

Head of robotics development: IDF uses robotic technology “to strengthen our forces’ operational capability and to facilitate the IDF’s ground superiority”
Israeli Navy marks 40 years since Yom Kippur War

In a commemorative evening in Haifa, the Navy honored the veterans of the 1973 war and recalled its battles
IAF Commander: Assad acquired advanced anti-aircraft abilities

Speaking at a conference, Maj. Gen. Amir Eshel emphasized the threat posed by the Syrian regime, as well as the IAF’s capabilities and preparations

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Naval officers to undergo ground-combat testing

From now on naval officers, like infantry soldiers, will be tested in ground-combat subjects in order to standardize fighting techniques for all combat soldiers

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Watchmen of the sea

Israel’s northern maritime border is protected 24/7 against all manner of threats by a sophisticated and advanced naval force

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A visit from the Lego Man

IDF officer shares his lifelong love for Legos with sick children, bringing them hope and a little fun

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A Nation's Army

Home Front Command reaches out to non-Hebrew speakers

The command tasked with protecting Israel’s civilians in time of emergency – military or otherwise – is working with translators to make safety instructions more accessible

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Innovation

Upcoming pilot to explore the use of electric cars

Eight high-ranking IDF officers will soon receive electric cars in an effort to examine the feasibility of the military´s broader use of such vehicles

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Features

A look back at Operation Isotope

41 years ago, Palestinian terrorists hijacked a plane en route to Israel; an elite IDF squad was mobilized to rescue the civilians and bring down the terrorists

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Personal Stories

From struggling immigrant to outstanding officer

Lone Soldier 2nd Lt. Nira Lee receives President's Citation of Excellence in a ceremony held in honor of Independence Day

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Commanders Speak

Givati Brigade Commander: We will continue to lead

Col. Ofer Levi awarded citations of merit to the outstanding officers and soldiers from the brigade which recently celebrated its 30th anniversary

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IDF Announcements

Chief of the Defence Staff of the Canadian Armed Forces Visits Israel

General (****) Thomas J. Lawson will arrive in Israel today for his first visit to the country as commander of the Canadian Armed Forces

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