The IDF Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Benny Gantz, left for Brussels today (Tuesday) for a two-day work visit where he will participate in a conference attended by Chiefs of Staff of NATO member countries, and will conduct work
Earlier today, members of the IDF General Staff, led by the Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Benny Gantz, discussed the main conclusions and recommendations that were determined by the team led by Head of the Personnel Directorate, Major
January: Security Forestation Project Begins The Strategic Security Forestation Project was launched to contribute towards the safety of Israel’s southern communities. Its goal was to plant new trees and relocate existing ones so as to shield the towns from rocket fire and help
2011 has been a year full of incredible events for the Israeli Defense Forces. We have worked tirelessly, always keeping in mind our goals – to defend Israel and its residents. This year Israeli citizens have had many thing to celebrate: the
Israel Defense Forces officials coordinated security arrangements with religious leaders ahead of the 2011 holiday season, making it a joyous holiday season for millions celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas and Eid Al-Adha.
Minister of Defense Ehud Barak has approved a series of high-ranking appointments made by IDF Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Benny Gantz. The Chief of the General Staff ordered the formation of the Depth Corps, that will be
Rafael Eitan, born on 1929, was the 11th IDF Chief of Staff. Eitan served his country as a military commander for over 38 years and is considered one of the most courageous officers of all times. Even before appointed Chief
In a combined IDF and Israel Security Agency (ISA) operation, a terrorist cell was recently arrested. The terrorists (ages 18-22), from a village near Bethlehem, are suspected for a shooting attack as well as placement and launching of explosives- released
IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Benny Gantz extended his warm wishes for Rosh Hashanah to the Jewish people. Taking great pride in the IDF’s technological advancements, Lt. Gen. Gantz applauded the Iron Dome anti-rocket system. “We will continue to
Today, (Friday) the IDF Chief of Staff, Lt. Gen. Benjamin (Benny) Gantz visited the western part of the Israel-Egyptian border. Together with Maj. Gen. Tal Russo, Commander of the Southern Command, Brig. Gen. Yossi Bahar, commander of the Gaza Division, and Southern Brigade Commander Col. Tal. Hermoni, he surveyed the area.