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A soldier photographed wearing a velcro patch with the word "Messiah," unknown date. (X/used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)
May 14, 2026, 11:29 am
Soldier jailed, commanders penalized after IDF chief calls out ‘Messiah’ patch
Nahal Brigade commander, after handing soldier 30-day sentence, tells subordinates ‘discipline is a basic value’; right-wing politicians assail penalty, urge serviceman’s release
By Emanuel Fabian, Stav Levaton and ToI Staff
A soldier photographed wearing velcro patches saying "Stop the hatred, it is time for violence," and "Hamas hunters," unknown date. (X/used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)
April 20, 2026, 4:34 pm
IDF probes soldier over inciting patches on uniform, amid growing backlash
Photo from West Bank shows soldier sporting badges with slogans calling for violence; army reiterates ban on non-military symbols after rise in troops wearing religious and political tags
By Stav Levaton
Israeli soldiers seen near the Israeli border with the Gaza Strip, in southern Israel, on March 4, 2024. (Jamal Awad/Flash90)
May 31, 2025, 7:11 am
As more women head to war, IDF uniforms designed for men expose female troops to risks
The army’s one-uniform-fits-all approach means a fifth of combat soldiers are operating in clothes, vests and other gear unsuited to their physiques, harming safety and effectiveness
By Tal Schneider
Illustrative: Ultra-Orthodox soldiers attend a swearing-in ceremony of Hasmonean Brigade on February 27, 2025. (Jonathan Shaul/Flash90)
April 9, 2025, 8:36 pm
Beards and nail polish: IDF approves dress code changes
Amid war, military says combat soldiers can wear tactical uniforms when heading home; all non-military patches banned under updated guidelines
By Emanuel Fabian
Israeli troops are seen wearing a new combat uniform, set to be distributed to all of the IDF's Ground Forces, in an image published by the IDF on January 5, 2023. (Israel Defense Forces)
January 5, 2023, 3:31 pm
Fight couture: IDF orders sweat-wicking, flame-retardant garb
Military says uniforms meant to improve troops’ combat capabilities will be distributed to all Ground Forces units, following NIS 50 million deal with Israeli manufacturer
By Emanuel Fabian
An IDF soldier models one of the new styles of work uniforms that the military is considering putting into service, on June 24, 2018. (Israel Defense Forces)
June 24, 2018, 7:26 pm
IDF try out new camo uniforms to replace drab green ones
Army says new design, to be distributed to 330 soldiers as a pilot program, meant to be more comfortable, better suited for military activities
By Judah Ari Gross
IDF uniforms caught at the Kerem Shalom border crossing as they were being smuggled into Gaza. (Defense Ministry)
March 13, 2018, 4:45 pm
IDF uniforms found being smuggled into Gaza
Israeli border officials block truckload of fatigues, fleeces, hats, bags and belts from reaching Hamas terror group
By ToI Staff
New uniforms that are due to be distributed to the IDF's special forces, as revealed on February 25, 2018. The faces of special forces cannot be displayed. (Israel Defense Forces)
February 25, 2018, 12:28 pm
IDF special forces to receive sweat-wicking, flame retardant duds
Military reveals new style of uniform to be distributed to elite units that are meant to improve their combat capabilities
By Judah Ari Gross
A Palestinian suspect arrested near the West Bank settlement of Itamar, on January 28, 2018. (Samaria Regional Council)
February 7, 2018, 9:49 pm
Palestinian who tried sneaking into settlement in army uniform turns himself in
Suspect arrives at Civil Administration headquarters after evading capture in Itamar last week
By Jacob Magid
Deputy IDF Chief of Staff Yair Golan arrives at a farewell ceremony for former defense minister Moshe Ya'alon at army headquarters in Tel Aviv on May 22, 2016. (Miriam Alster/Flash90)
May 26, 2016, 10:21 pm
Generals get a makeover with new dress uniforms
High-ranking officers to wear ceremonial duds at national ceremonies, not just while abroad
By Judah Ari Gross
The Palestinian man who was in possession of a police uniform after his arrest at the Mishor Adumim checkpoint on May 14, 2016. (Israel Border Police)
May 14, 2016, 7:43 pm
Security forces nab Palestinian suspect carrying Israeli police uniform
Intelligence tip-off leads to arrest at Mishor Adumim checkpoint of 36-year-old said planning terror attack
By ToI Staff
Illustrative image of El Al planes at Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv. (Serge Attal/Flash90/File)
November 30, 2015, 11:01 pm
El Al orders pilots not to wear uniforms when out and about in Europe
Israeli national airline also bars pilots from staying overnight in Brussels, amid ongoing terror fears
By ToI Staff
Illustrative photo of heeled shoes. (YouTube/AMIClubwear)
June 14, 2015, 11:04 pm
Stewardesses sore over El Al heel order
Flight attendants balk at regulations requiring they wear esthetic but uncomfortable shoes during boarding
By Stuart Winer
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