Safeguarding the State of Israel and its residents against threats. Discover the IDF's mission and values.

Our soldiers invest their time, withstand challenges, and often risk their lives to protect the State of Israel from its enemies and ensure the safety of the people they love. We are the Israel …

On the 26th of May, 1948, Ben Gurion ordered to disassemble all the underground resistance movements and form a new, united army called the Israel Defense Forces.

Regardless of those exemptions, many of those exempt from military service do volunteer to serve in the Israel Defense Forces. Once enlisted, men are expected to serve for a minimum …

Utilizing its resources and capable personnel, the IAF defends Israel’s civilians and sovereignty, rescues personnel from active combat scenarios, and provides humanitarian aid to countries …

Oct 30, 2017 · Every year, thousands of soldiers — from Israel and all around the world — join the Israel Defense Forces. The one thing that nearly all IDF soldiers have in common is their …

Jul 5, 2018 · On May 1948, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) officially began acting as Israel’s military organization, rather than the assortment of separate groups that had preceded it.

See how you can reach out to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), whether it's about joining the military or other questions.

Yahya Sinwar is Hamas’ leader in Gaza, the second in command of the entire Hamas, and one of the founders of the Hamas’ military wing. Sinwar is the mastermind behind Hamas’ brutal …

Learn how to join the IDF and participate in volunteer programs to support Israel's defense efforts.