Golani

IDF reduces amount of forces in southern Lebanon from eight brigades to six

According to Army Radio, the IDF has recently pulled four brigades out of Lebanon, replacing them with only two. It has also released a large number of reservist soldiers.

IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon, published April 13, 2026; illustrative.
Then-colonel Shlomi Binder with Zehava Shaul.

May her memory be a blessing: 30 days after Zehava Shaul's passing, we recall her lessons - opinion

Golani Brigade troops conduct targeted activity in southern Lebanon. Image released April 6, 2026.

Golani soldiers complain of long walks, missed meals at Filon base due to harsh conditions

Elkana Levi giving a speech on gratitude.

Beyond the Headlines: Have you heard Elkana Levi’s speech? - opinion


IDF commander dismissed for endangering forces in Gaza - report

According to the report, a company commander was dismissed and replaced by another commander after ordering soldiers to enter homes in the area despite fears over the houses being boobytrapped.

 The Golani Brigade's 13th Battalion in front of Hamas statue dedicated to killing of soldiers from their unit. December 18, 2023.

IDF destroys Hamas statue dedicated to killing of Golani soldiers

On July 20, 2014, an armored personnel carrier carrying seven soldiers of the Golani’s 13th Battalion detonated an explosive device it had driven over in Shejaia. All seven on board were killed.

 The Golani Brigade's 13th Battalion pose in front of Hamas statue dedicated to killing of soldiers from their unit. December 18, 2023.

From start to end: Fallen Golani commanders led troops from training to Gaza war

Commanders Bar-On's and Meldasi's soldiers had only completed their advanced training a week before entering Gaza.  

 Maj. Moshe Bar-On, who fell in battle in Gaza on December 12, 2023

Half-brother of fallen Golani fighter faces tissue test for Israeli immigration

Maor, who immigrated from Ethiopia, fell in battle near Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7, deeply impacting both the IDF and his family.

 Sova and Malaku during the Aliyah, Absorption and Integration Committee meeting on Wednesday.

WATCH: Golani commanders describe fierce battles with Hamas

The soldiers fought a lengthy battle with composure under heavy fire.

 IDF soldiers on ground operations in Gaza, November 3, 2023

WATCH: IDF's Golani Brigade gears up for war against Hamas

"The heroism of the fallen of the 13th Battalion accompanies us in every step we take," stated battalion commander Lt. Col. Tomer Greenberg.

 Soldiers of the IDF Golani brigade train for possible combat during Operation Swords of Iron, October 2023

Two IDF soldiers caught fighting in violent brawl in Hebron

The IDF stated that the behavior displayed in the video is unacceptable and contrary to the values of the IDF.

 SOLDIERS ON patrol in Harat a-Sheikh neighborhood watch as a herd passes by on the street.

IDF Golani Brigade participated in 'African Lion' exercise in Morocco

This is the first time that the IDF is participating in the multinational exercise.

 A delegation of 12 soldiers and commanders from the Golani Brigade's elite unit in the IDF joined the "African Lion 2023" international exercise in Morocco

IDF soldier indicted on charges of assaulting, abusing Palestinian

The soldier and three other soldiers reportedly attempted to hide the assault from their commanders.

Golani Brigade soldiers during a nighttime operation to arrest Palestinians with illegal weapons in a West Bank village, on August 29, 2021.

2 IDF soldiers imprisoned, 1 suspended after Golani brigade walkout

The rest of the unit will be required to complete a series of educational disciplinary activities before returning to their usual training and work schedule. 

Golani Troops during a large scale drill in northern Israel simulating war with Hezbollah.