Gaza Region

PA reports:

Five aid workers killed in strike in central Gaza

Palestinian Arab sources in Gaza claim employees from World Central Kitchen were killed by Israeli strike in Deir al-Balah. IDF: We're conducting a thorough review at the highest levels.

'Constructive engagement'

US and Israeli officials discuss Rafah operation

Monday’s meeting was initially supposed to take place in person last week, but Netanyahu cancelled it after the US did not veto a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all hostages.

Jordan makes 10 airdrops of humanitarian relief into Gaza

Jordan's army says the move is part of Jordan's keenness to help Gazans overcome the difficult conditions during the holy month of Ramadan.

Courage and bravery:

260 soldiers have heroically fallen in the war

These are the 260 soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice fighting terror.

Cleared for publication:

Staff sergeant Nadav Cohen from Haifa fell in Gaza

Staff sergeant Nadav Cohen, 20, from Haifa, fell in battle in the southern Gaza Strip.

Hamas accuses PA of sending security men to Gaza

Hamas accuses its PA rivals of sending security officers into northern Gaza under cover of securing aid trucks. PA denies.

Report:

US, Israeli officials to meet virtually and discuss Rafah

The meeting was supposed to take place in person last week, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cancelled it after the US did not veto a UN Security Council resolution on Gaza.

Fatah militant arm:

'We will pursue you wherever you are'

Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades, military arm of Fatah, reports on its daily fighting with the IDF forces in Judea and Samaria and the Gaza Strip, including firing mortars at the IDF in the Shifa Hospital complex.

Watch:

The weapons found in Shifa Hospital maternity ward

Senior Hamas officials were killed after a chase at Shifa Hospital Nahal forces cleared several buildings inside Shifa Hospital, eliminated terrorists, and located many weapons that were hidden in the compound.

COGAT: No limit on aid to Gaza, IPC report filled with errors

COGAT has published a clarification denouncing the recent IPC report that claims Gaza is on the verge of famine as being an inaccurate depiction of reality.

Echoes of Disaster:

Radio intercepts from the moment Hamas launched its invasion

New recordings detail the moment when IDF surveillance post operators first reported the Hamas forces approaching the border.

80 terror targets struck in Gaza

Over the past day, the IDF eliminated terrorists barricaded in the area of the Shifa Hospital in close-quarters combat and located weapons in the area of the hospital.

France to put forward UN resolution on Gaza ceasefire

French Foreign Minister says his country will put forward a draft resolution at the UN Security Council setting out a "political" settlement of the war in Gaza.

Chief of Staff at Shifa:

'This operation achieved its goal'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi visits ​​the Shifa Hospital in the Gaza Strip, where IDF forces are still operating to apprehend terrorists.

Report:

US quietly authorized bombs and fighter jets to Israel

Washington Post report: Biden administration in recent days quietly authorized the transfer of billions of dollars in bombs and fighter jets to Israel, despite tensions over possible Rafah operation.

To secure aid in Gaza

Progress on multinational Arab force in Gaza

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant achieved significant progress this week, during his visit to Washington, on the initiative that would consist of armed elements from three Arab countries in the region.

Gaza war:

Rockets aimed at Israel destroyed

Operation at Shifa Hospital continues as collection of rockets prepared for barrage located and destroyed in central Gaza.

Report:

US in talks on peacekeeping team in Gaza

Biden administration officials reportedly in preliminary conversations on proposal to help fund either a multinational force or a Palestinian Arab peacekeeping team in post-war Gaza.

New York:

Anti-Israel protesters disrupt Biden fundraiser

Hundreds of anti-Israel protesters descend on Radio City Music Hall ahead of Biden’s campaign fundraiser, calling “Genocide Joe has got to go!” among other things.

IDF Spokesman:

'Head of Hamas supplies killed at Shifa Hospital'

Raad Thabet, one of the top Hamas leaders in Gaza, eliminated in operation at Shifa Hospital.

Ex-senior ISA official:

'If IDF leaves Gaza, Hamas will quickly recover'

Arik Barbing, the former head of the Jerusalem and Judea and Samaria sector at the Shin Bet security agency, speaks to Arutz Sheva about the intelligence failures of October 7.

Watch:

Terrorist who surveyed IDF forces eliminated from the air

The Givati Brigade's combat team in Khan Yunis has so far eliminated many terrorists and exposed shafts, targeting raids on terrorist infrastructure.

Dozens of terrorists eliminated in Shifa in past 24 hours

IDF and ISA forces continue fighting in the area of Shifa Hospital, as well as Al Amal and Al-Qararah; in the past 24 hours terrorists were eliminated and weapons found.

UNRWA chief:

'We have enough funds to operate through May'

After warning that the UN agency would not be able to survive through March, UNRWA chief says the organization now has enough funds to keep operating until at least the end of May.

Photos:

IDF activity in Gaza, Judea, Samaria and the north

Photos of IDF troops operating in the Gaza Strip and Judea and Samaria, and of IDF troops holding readiness drills on the northern border.

US stresses:

'We will continue airdrops of aid to Gaza'

US National Security Council says airdrops of aid to Gaza will continue, despite pleas from Hamas to stop the practice.

Gallant:

'We share 100% of the values with the United States'

Gallant tells reporters after meeting with Lloyd Austin that he stressed the importance of US ties to Israel's security.

Colombian President threatens to cut ties with Israel

President Gustavo Petro, who has repeatedly criticized Israel's war against Hamas, threatens to break off diplomatic ties if Israel fails to comply with UN Security Council resolution calling for immediate ceasefire.

'They have a point'

Biden responds to pro-Palestinian Arab protesters

Watch: President Biden says protesters who interrupted his speech in North Carolina "have a point" about the need to get more humanitarian aid into Gaza.

IDF Spokesman confirms:

Hamas number 3 Marwan Issa eliminated

For first time, IDF confirms death of senior Hamas leader in Gaza airstrike.

Hamas:

12 drown attempting to reach airdropped aid in sea

For second time, multiple fatalities caused during foreign attempt to airdrop humanitarian aid into Gaza.

UN rapporteur at it again:

'Israel committed genocide in Gaza'

UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese claims Israel violated three of the five acts listed under the UN Genocide Convention. US official: No reason to believe Israel committed acts of genocide in Gaza.

For the first time:

UK airdrops over 10 tons of food supplies into Gaza

British Defense Ministry says the aid consists of water, rice, cooking oil, flour, tinned goods and baby formula and will support the people of Gaza.

Qatar, Egypt welcome UNSC resolution on Gaza ceasefire

Qatar and Egypt, who have been mediating talks between Hamas and Israel, welcome resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire during Ramadan and calling for the immediate release of all hostages held by Hamas.

UN chief:

'Resolution on Gaza ceasefire must be implemented'

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for immediate implementation of UN Security Council resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza: Failure would be unforgivable.

Blinken to Gallant:

'Alternatives exist to a ground invasion of Rafah'

US Secretary of State meets Defense Minister Gallant, reiterates US opposition to a major ground operation in Rafah.

300 terrorists arrested in Khan Yunis operation

Israeli forces have concluded a large-scale operation in the Hamad neighborhood of Khan Yunis.

Toys and a pink closet:

The room where Liri Albag and other hostages were held

Family of the abducted soldier revealed documentation from the room where she was held during the first days of captivity in Gaza. The IDF found blood stains in the room and DNA of other hostages.

Macron to Netanyahu:

'Transfer of people from Rafah would be a war crime'

French President speaks to Netanyahu, expresses his opposition to an Israeli operation in the Gazan city of Rafah.

IDF Spokesperson:

'Hamas hijacked the Shifa Hospital'

IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari provides update on the IDF's operation in Shifa Hospital: Hamas hijacked the Shifa Hospital and hides behind the sick and injured, waging war from inside Shifa Hospital.

'This is collective punishment'

AOC defends accusing Israel of genocide

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claims the humanitarian crisis in Gaza has “crossed the threshold of intent.”

Jordan:

Police clash with protesters marching on Israeli embassy

Riot police fire teargas to push back hundreds of Jordanian demonstrators marching on the Israeli embassy in Amman in protest over Israel’s operation in Gaza.

Journalist and author on 10/7:

Claims Hamas was on way to TA, but was hit by surprise

Journalist and author, Ilan Kfir, describes the October 7th attack and reveals new information about Hamas' plans in his new book.

Israel considers distribution of guns to leaders in Gaza

Security sources claim that it will be impossible to form a governmental alternative to Hamas, without armed groups in Gaza that are not affiliated with Hamas.

Defense Min. takes off for US visit

Defense Min. takes off for official visit to the US, promises to focus on preserving Israel’s qualitative military edge, achieving common goals of victory over Hamas, returning hostages home.

IDF captures Gaza drone manufacturing facility

65 terrorist targets struck in northern Gaza, 480 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists apprehended at Shifa Hospital as war continues.

UNSC to vote on resolution demanding ceasefire in Gaza

The resolution is backed by Russia and China. A vote is expected on Monday.

Former Shin Bet chief:

'Give them a state? That would be a disaster'

Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen warns against a Palestinian state: We need to explain to the world that we are dealing with a population that behaves in barbaric and sadistic manners.

John Kirby:

'An Israeli operation in Rafah would be a disaster'

White House spokesperson John Kirby says US will share with Israeli officials alternatives for eliminating Hamas in Gaza without a ground offensive in Rafah.

'You are next':

Death threat sent to Israeli ambassador to Ireland

Authorities in Ireland investigating after a letter containing a death threat and a package of white powder were sent to the Israeli ambassador to Ireland.

After Israel visit:

Blinken again warns against Rafah operation

Secretary of State speaks to reporters after meeting Netanyahu: We share Israel’s goal of defeating Hamas, but a major military ground operation in Rafah is not the way to do it.

Rep. Tlaib charges:

'Israel is using starvation as a weapon of war'

Rep. Rashida Tlaib continues to level accusations at Israel amid the war against Hamas.

US official:

'Pier off Gaza should be ready by May 1'

Chief of Staff of the National Security Council says the US military is working hard to ensure pier that will facilitate transfer of aid to Gaza is ready by the target date.

US to submit draft UNSC resolution on Gaza

US says the new resolution will urge "an immediate ceasefire" in Gaza linked to the release of the hostages held by Hamas.

EU calls for 'immediate pause' in Gaza fighting

European Union’s 27 leaders urge Israel not to launch a major ground offensive in the city of Rafah.

RFK Jr.:

'Israel didn't choose this war'

Independent US presidential candidate offers staunch support for Israel: A ceasefire? I don't even know what that means right now.

Netanyahu to Republicans:

'Israel will continue its efforts to defeat Hamas'

Republican Senators who attended Netanyahu's address at their policy lunch say the PM stressed he is going to finish the job in Gaza.

CNN interviews 'godmother of settler movement'

CNN speaks to Nachala General Director Daniella Weiss about campaign to bring Jews back to Gaza in article accusing settler movement of seeking ethnic cleansing.

South African FM at it again:

'Israel setting precedent to defy ICJ'

South Africa’s Foreign Minister accuses Israel of defying ICJ interim ruling that it should take action to prevent acts of genocide as it fights Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

Jared Kushner:

'A Palestinian state is a super bad idea'

Former US President Donald Trump's son-in-law suggests that Gazans should be moved to the Negev in order to allow the IDF to complete its military campaign against Hamas.