Operation Iron Swords

Israel’s billion-dollar laser weapon could dominate global defense – or be killed by politics

Israel’s laser weapons debut in combat as NATO eyes next-gen defenses. Low-cost, battlefield-proven tech—but geopolitics may block export deals.

 Lite Beam 250. (Illustrative)
Illustration of Israeli shekels. September 24, 2023.

The Resilience of Israel’s Economy - Opinion

 A woman and a baby.

War increases postpartum depression, PTSD in pregnant Israeli women - study

 Over 150 lone soldiers join the IDF through Garin Tzabar Scouts program.

'Operation Hug' brings families of lone soldiers together during Israel-Hamas War


WATCH: IDF hits 150 Hamas targets throughout weekend operations to keep up pressure on terror group

Over the weekend, the IDF dismantled Hamas's infrastructure, eliminating over 40 terrorists and striking 1,400 targets.

 IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip.

IDF major update on war crimes probes delayed for months - exclusive

The last significant update published by the IDF on its war crimes probes was in August 2024.

 Israeli soldiers operate in the Gaza Strip, February 8, 2024

Four-fifths of Israelis attributed their mental distress to Israel-Hamas War - poll

The Myers-JDC-Brookdale Institute sampled 2,558 adults between June and December 2024, investigating satisfaction with HMO's and the Israeli healthcare system as a whole.

 A graph comparing waiting times to see a consultant with Israel's various HMOs.

El Al almost quintuples profit

Revenue in 2024 totaled $3.4 billion, 37% more than in 2023. Fourth quarter revenue was $851, 26% more than in the corresponding quarter.

 An El Al flight takes off at the Ben Gurion International Airport, outside of Tel Aviv, August 25, 2024.

The AI system providing emotional support for security forces

The system includes an AI bot trained on research and real-life cases, as well as shared communities based on areas of activity, enabling users to create a support network.

ZAKA team in Kfar Aza after the massacre

Jerusalem Marathon honors Israel’s heroes

Tens of thousands of runners from Israel and around the world will take part in the 14th annual race.

 JERUSALEM MAYOR Moshe Lion (center) at yesterday’s launch event at Givat Ram for the 14th International Jerusalem Winner Marathon, slated for April 4 in the capital.

Partner adopts the Negba reserve brigade: "A moral and ethical commitment"

Partner's CEO,Avi Gabbay, emphasized Partner's ethical commitment to reserve soldiers and called on other companies to join the initiative.

 Partner

The resilience of Israel's startup nation during the war - interview

Despite the challenges and hardships faced by the nation, Israeli entrepreneurs persisted in overcoming obstacles and successfully built thriving ventures.

 Teddy Nehmad, founder of C Capital Group.

'True warrior brotherhood': IDF reservist sheds light on Gaza, West Bank frontlines

An IDF commander in the Nahal Brigade talks to Walla about the complex moments in fighting in the war.

 Documentation of the activities of Nahal Brigade fighters in the operation in West Bank

IDF's withdrawal from key Gaza corridor signals shift in war's trajectory - analysis

Sometimes it was used to facilitate trucks entering Gaza, sometimes trucks and medical personnel would cross the area.

Israeli military tanks are lined up on the Israeli side of the border with Gaza, February 9, 2025

Guiding Israel’s next generation: Inside the Closing Ranks initiative

Nine-year-old voluntary mentoring organization to help some of the many young Israelis in need of emotional support and guidance after October 7

 NADAV BUHBUT (left) and Ariel Michaeli.