Two battalions deploy Patriot air defense batteries in wartime positions as IDF prepares for rapid shift from routine to combat operations. The IDF recently held a four-day exercise to test the deployment of Patriot air defense batteries across Israel. The…
IDF strikes in Syria in response to attack on ship in the Gulf, Israeli journalists say; Netanyahu openly blames Iran for explosion on vessel. IDF fighter jets bombed multiple Iranian targets in the Damascus area Sunday night, Syria’s state media…
Air Force exercise in India suggests that IDF is preparing for operations in unfamiliar remote locations such as Iran. The Israeli Air Force participated in a military exercise in India this week, Israel Hayom daily reported on Friday. This is…
IDF upgrades military deployment on Lebanon border to boost firepower, prepare for potential battle with Hezbollah. Israel adjusted its troop deployment and response to threats on the Lebanon border to prepare for a clash with Hezbollah. The IDF took significant…
Israeli analysts warn that risk of war with Hezbollah may be higher than suggested by IDF intelligence assessment. The IDF says that Hezbollah fears an all-out war with Israel but could instigate a limited clash with a pinpoint strike on…
Defense Minister Gantz says Israel’s enemies will pay ‘terrible’ price if war breaks out, vows to devastate Hezbollah. Defense Minister Benny Gantz threatened Thursday that the IDF will devastate Lebanon and Hezbollah if a war breaks out. The Israeli message…