What the Israeli Army Doesn't Teach Its Future Commanders
Haaretz was surprised to see that a recent course for infantry squad commanders essentially skipped over the incident of Hebron shooter Elor Azaria and the lessons of the 2014 Gaza war
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Israel Air Force Plans to Destroy Controversial Cluster Bombs
The use of cluster bombs attracted much international criticism during the Second Lebanon War. Now air force issues a bid for commercial companies to destroy them
Opinion Flight From the Enemy and Its Reward
The 2000 exit from Lebanon without an agreement remains the disaster that keeps causing more disasters for Israel
The Israeli Army Papers That Show What Ariel Sharon Hid From the Cabinet in the First Lebanon War
Shimon Golan’s book on the military and political decisions in 1982 offers no major revelations but sheds light on the war’s goals and the leaders who stood behind them
Military Correspondent Ron Ben-Yishai Wins Israel Prize
Ben-Yishai was decorated after the Yom Kippur War for helping the wounded under fire and during the first Lebanon war reported on the Sabra and Chatila refugee camps
Israel Sends Message to Lebanon in Bid to Ease Tensions: We Don’t Want Confrontation
A senior Lebanese official said that the U.S. acting assistant secretary of state clarified that Israel's border wall with Lebanon is 'no call for concern'
Israelis, Don’t Go Like Lambs to the Slaughter
If the government has already allowed Hezbollah to equip itself with 150,000 rockets, and if Hezbollah’s allies, Russia and Iran, have already entrenched themselves in the region, what’s the point of starting a war? Why not prevent it?
Opinion A War of No Choice for Israel in Lebanon
The quiet on Israel's border with Lebanon is an illusion of those who prefer to bury their heads in the sand- and as it continues, Hezbollah stocks up on arms almost uninterrupted
Iran Resumes Building Missile Plants in Lebanon, Israeli Army Warns in Rare Article in Arab Media
In a rare article published on Arabic-language media, IDF spokesperson warns Lebanese civilians of possible war if Iran develops precision weapons in Lebanon and if Hezbollah takes control of the political system there
Not Just 'Wonder Woman' Lebanon Bans 'The Post' Too, Citing Spielberg's Israel Ties
Director Steven Spielbergs donation to Israel during the Second Lebanon War is still a bit rich for some people north of the border
Judge Eliyahu Winograd, Who Chaired 2006 Lebanon War Inquiry, Dies at 91
Four years after the Winograd Commission, he assailed Netanyahu over reports that Israel was considering attacking Irans nuclear facilities, saying the prime minister hadn't internalized its conclusions
Israeli-Arab Towns Woefully Unprotected in Case of Missile Attack, Israeli Army Sources Say
Defense Ministry says it has a plan to resolve problem in northern Israel, which effects Jews and Arabs, but the treasury is refusing to back it
Low-flying Israeli Jets' Sonic Booms Damage Homes in Lebanon, Security Sources Say
Lebanon has accused Israel of violating its air space to strike a target in Syria
Opinion Israel Dare Not Allow Hezbollah to Strike First
The question is whether the army will receive orders to strike first – before Iran-Hezbollah demolishes our cities while destroying defense and economic infrastructure
Lessons Learned From Hezbollah
How did successive Israeli governments allow a minor danger to northern Israel to become a major threat to the entire country?
Israeli Army to Use Robots Instead of Llamas to Carry Equipment on Battlefield
IDF to deploy infantry robot porters that can haul up to 500 kilograms of supplies on trial basis from September; robots to remain non-weaponized initially
Opinion Shall the Sword Devour Israelis Forever? It Depends
As long as Israel remains reluctant to defeat the enemy, the sword will continue to devour and burn
Book Review Israel's Moral Decline Pushed This Liberal Zionist to Embrace BDS
In his memoir, 'No Country for Jewish Liberals,' journalist and Haaretz editor Larry Derfner explains how he can live – and sleep at night – in a country whose racism and aggression he abhors
Opinion The Citizens of Israel Are Hostages of Iran and Hezbollah
If Israel had prevented Hezbollah’s rearmament in time, thousands of Israeli and Lebanese lives could have been saved.
With Lebanon No Longer Hiding Hezbollah's Role, Next War Must Hit Civilians Where It Hurts, Israeli Minister Says
Naftali Bennett and Lebanese president agree: There's no line between Hezbollah and Lebanese state. Lebanese must realize another war with Israel means Lebanon will be sent back to Middle Ages, Bennett tells Haaretz.
Opinion Israel Loves Wars
There's no other way to read the state comptroller's report on the 2014 Gaza war and there's no more important conclusion that arises from it.
Analysis 20 Years After: The Helicopter Crash That Changed Israel's Fight With Hezbollah
The February 4, 1997 helicopter disaster accelerated Israel's departure from Lebanon. However, the Israeli deterrence that arose in the last round of fighting there is far from ironclad.
Opinion Would Mossad's Chief Dare Rebuff Netanyahu?
Yossi Cohen has many connections to the premier and his close associates. It’s hard not to suspect that these ties have influenced him | Opinion
Nasrallah Says 2006 War Deters Israel From Attacking Lebanon
Second Lebanon War sparked public distrust in the Israeli military that has yet been restored, leader of Lebanese militia says.
How Hezbollah Tricked Senior Israeli Officials Into an Interview
The documentary on the Second Lebanon War by a Hezbollah-linked channel featured interviews with former Israeli generals, ministers and combatants.
Hezbollah Reveals New Details on Kidnapping That Sparked Lebanon War With Israel
Group prepared for operation for seven months, setting up training area modeled after the border-zone where the attack took place, the Hezbollah-affiliated Al-Mayadeen reports.
Gaza Tunnels Highlight Decision-makers' Failure in Setting the IDF's Goals
It's lamentable that in the intense arguments revolving around the 'IDF spirit,' the chief of staff supports those who cast doubt on the righteousness of the Zionist path and the necessity to vanquish the enemy decisively.
Israeli Army Outpost Sustains Cross-border Fire in North
IDF position near Metula fired on with light arms; none hurt, though bullet hit soldier's dog tag, but failed to cause injury.
Netanyahu Marks Second Lebanon War's 10th Anniversary: Despite Failings, War Was 'Justified'
At anniversary event in Jerusalem, Netanyahu stresses effort invested in learning the war's lessons; President Rivlin praises country's self-criticism, urges unity in advance of a possible future conflict.
Fearing Next Lebanon War, Israel Makes Plans for Temporary Evacuations
If there’s another round of fighting, Hezbollah will aim to seize a locale for a few hours and fly its flags amid the burning ruins. But the Israelis’ return is all part of the plan.