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IDF, police drills continue for second day as forces train in Eilat for October 7-like attack

The aim of the exercise is to improve the division’s capabilities and readiness in the face of a large-scale October 7-style surprise attack, based on the lessons drawn from the massacre.

Israel Police and IDF readiness drills continue as part of Operations Advancing the Wall and Southern Wind to prepare in case of future Octover 7-style attacks, September 7, 2026.
 The Israeli Navy unveils the new INS “Drakon” submarine at the German Naval Yards Holdings in Kiel, Germany, November 12, 2024

Final German 'Dragon' submarine on its way to Israel as Navy continues modernization efforts

The IDF appointed the first-ever female missile boat commander, Lt.-Cmdr. "R."

Israel Navy's first female corvette commander expected to earn further promotions - exclusive

Illustrative image of former commander of the Israeli Navy, V.-Adm. (res.) Eliezer Marom.

Israel struck Syria to prevent Turkey from establishing in the country, fmr. IDF Navy chief says


Newly released documents detail how Israel won the seas in Yom Kippur War

New details have emerged regarding Israel's maritime success during the Yom Kippur War.

THE DESTROYER ‘Eilat,’ first victim of the naval missile age.

The Battle of Latakia: When Israel became self-sufficient in naval combat - opinion

Israel Aircraft Industries demonstrated the superiority of Israeli technological advancements at sea.

 THE GABRIEL missiles which caused the sinking of the enemy’s boats during the Battle of Latakia are still a part of the naval commando missile boat unit’s insignia, the writer notes.

New cutting-edge IAI spy aircraft closer to IDF delivery

"The ORON is the world’s most advanced aircraft of its kind," according to a statement by the ministry's Directorate of Defense Research and Development.

 Israel Air Force flight trianing.

Top Israeli navy generals publicly punished by IDF for callup refusal

A statement from the IDF said that the two had said they did not want to continue their service due to the disputed judicial legislation.

Soldiers are seen inside the INS Magen, the Israeli Navy's Sa'ar 6 corvette missile ship.

The Israel Defense Forces celebrate 75th anniversary

Israel's first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion, signed the order to establish the IDF on May 26 and the IDF began is existence on May 31, 1948.

 One of 75 pictures chosen from the IDF archives, on the occasion of the IDF's 75th anniversary.

IDF successfully tests naval Iron Dome defense system against multiple attacks

The C-Dome successfully intercepted advanced targets which represent threats to the State of Israel's infrastructure and strategic assets. 

  IDF runs successful tests on new naval Iron Dome system on May 29, 2023.

Israeli navy seals of Shayetet 13 try to bridge judicial overhaul gulf

Pro and anti-reform commandos tell the Jerusalem Post how to heal societal fractures

Shayetet 13 naval commandos‏

Israel's accidental first humanitarian mission, legacy – the untold story

What started as an accidental mission in 1953 paved the way for over 30 IDF humanitarian missions.

 An IsraAID delegation was dispatched to Turkey within hours of the devastating earthquake that struck in February 2023.

Israel Navy identified Iranian attack drone in March 2021, new intel shows

The F-35 aircraft that shot down the drone in 2021 only did so after being assigned to do so through intelligence provided by the Navy.

An Israeli Navy officer is seen overlooking the Karish gas field in the Mediterranean Sea

28 arrested on Ayalon highway during judicial reform protests

In Tel Aviv more than 200,000 protestors gathered at Kaplan in Tel Aviv. They lit torches in memory of women who have been murdered.

 Israelis protest against the Israeli government's planned judicial overhaul in Tel Aviv on March 25, 2023.