Paratroopers Brigade
![IDF sniper](https://images.jfeed.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=jpeg,fit=contain,width=700/2024/09/04/e37b7a00-6ac0-11ef-a8a8-27fa25dcdbd2__h375_w500.webp)
IDF Paratroopers' snipers share accounts of split-second decisions that save lives in the field. From spotting hidden threats to providing critical intelligence, these sharpshooters offer a rare glimpse into the high-stakes world behind the scope.
![Defence Minister Yoav Gallant speaks with Israeli soldiers at a staging area not far from the Israeli-Gaza border](https://images.jfeed.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=jpeg,fit=contain,width=300/2024/08/23/aae0db60-6122-11ef-a8a8-27fa25dcdbd2__h268_w400.jpg)
Shabbat, IDF, Gallant
A young ultra-Orthodox paratrooper enlightened Israel's top military brass on ancient Jewish law. This heartwarming encounter showcases the IDF's diversity and hints at a future where faith and national service could march in perfect step.
![IDF soldiers rescue bodies of 6 murdered hostages from Gaza tunnel](https://images.jfeed.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=jpeg,fit=contain,width=300/2024/08/20/ee86c370-5f01-11ef-89f4-5d5f07a0d2ff__h1067_w1600.jpeg)
IDF, Hostages, Hamas
In a daring night operation, IDF and Shin Bet forces plunged into the depths of Khan Yunis to recover the remains of Israeli hostages. Battling through urban warfare and subterranean labyrinths, the joint team ran a successful mission sheds to bring closure to families devastated by Hamas' October 7 attacks.
![IDF forces in the Gaza Strip.](https://images.jfeed.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=jpeg,fit=contain,width=300/2024/08/15/b8c023c0-5af2-11ef-a8a8-27fa25dcdbd2__h1066_w1600.jpg)
IDF Gaza operations, Hamas-Israel war
Over the past 24 hours, the forces of Division 98 have expanded their operational activity in the Gaza Strip in response to intelligence indications of terrorist activities and launches toward Israeli territory from humanitarian areas.
![Chief of Staff Halevi visits new recruits](https://images.jfeed.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=jpeg,fit=contain,width=300/2024/08/15/ff67afe0-5b3e-11ef-a8a8-27fa25dcdbd2__h439_w781.webp)
Chief of Staff, new recruits, Gaza mission
IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi addressed new recruits of the Paratroopers Brigade at the recruitment center in Tel Hashomer on Thursday, emphasizing the IDF's commitment to dismantling Hamas.
![Army drill of Israeli paratroopers at Kibbutz Revivim.](https://images.jfeed.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=jpeg,fit=contain,width=300/2024/07/11/a6fcbff0-3f8f-11ef-9b01-b9b61028cadd__h273_w400.jpg)
IDF, Paratroopers, Special Needs
Moment of humanity reveals the true heart of Israel's defenders.
![IDF forces in intensive fighting in Jebaliya.](https://images.jfeed.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=jpeg,fit=contain,width=300/2024/05/26/59d50460-1b79-11ef-ae3e-5ba489b5eb8e__h1066_w1600.jpg)
Israel-Gaza War
A brigade level offensive led by the Paratrooper Brigade's combat team eliminated around 100 terrorists and neutralized multiple booby traps.
![IDF soldier sweeping building in Khan Yunis.](https://images.jfeed.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=jpeg,fit=contain,width=300/2024/04/03/268942b0-f1ad-11ee-9685-6fa808a40761__h393_w590.webp)
Israel-Gaza War
Operating under the Givati Brigade's combat team, soldiers of the 202nd Battalion are sweeping terrorist areas and seizing weapons.
![Speaking to the troops.](https://images.jfeed.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=jpeg,fit=contain,width=300/2024/02/29/f8018ff0-d70e-11ee-bf85-77a8e5aca77e__h331_w650.png)
Israel-Gaza War
Following three months of continuous combat, the Paratrooper Brigade is exiting the Gaza Strip.