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Chief of Staff to troops:

Chief of Staff in letter to troops: '10.7 is a call for deep introspection'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi sent a letter to all IDF soldiers and reservists marking one year since the Hamas attack on October 7th, 2023.

Chief of Staff in letter to troops: '10.7 is a call for deep introspection'

Macron to Netanyahu:

Macron to Netanyahu: Arms shipments will not provide Israel with the security it desires.

Macron to Netanyahu: 'Arms shipments, prolonging the war in Gaza and extending it to Lebanon will not provide Israel with the security it desires.'

Macron to Netanyahu: Arms shipments will not provide Israel with the security it desires.

Footage from Lebanon

Footage from Lebanon | IDF soldiers uncover ambush laid by Hezbollah

During one of the targeted raids, the forces uncovered an ambush laid by Hezbollah, as well as weapons in a vehicle belonging to Hezbollah terrorists. Additionally, a pit booby-trapped with explosives was located and destroyed.

Footage from Lebanon | IDF soldiers uncover ambush laid by Hezbollah

A year since 10.7

The tank in Sderot and the Multidimensional Unit in Re'im|New footage from 7.10

The IDF published new footage from the Multidimensional Unit's heroic battle in Kibbutz Re'im and the tank that fought terrorists outside the besieged Sderot police station.

The tank in Sderot and the Multidimensional Unit in Re'im|New footage from 7.10

Get refuser gives wife divorce after he was refused trip to Uman

After two years of refusing his wife a divorce, the husband finally agreed to give her a 'get,' after he was banned from traveling to the grave of Rabbi Nachman of Breslev in Uman.

Get refuser gives wife divorce after he was refused trip to Uman

Watch:

Watch: Firefighters rescue dog from house that was hit by missile

Firefighting teams operated at the scene of a house fire in Ma'alot in northern Israel. After searching the home no one was found to be trapped. Four firefighters rescued a dog from the blaze and returned it to its owners.

Watch: Firefighters rescue dog from house that was hit by missile

Netanyahu to troops in north:

Netanyahu to troops in north: 'You are the generation of victory. The world is amazed'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited an IDF base on the northern border and heard about the destruction of Hezbollah's capabilities that has been achieved during the ground effort and the use of intense fire.

Netanyahu to troops in north: 'You are the generation of victory. The world is amazed'

JPPI survey:

JPPI survey: Looking back at a year of war

Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) survey finds that 'Following recent IDF successes in Lebanon, public confidence has significantly risen in the IDF’s senior command, and, consequently, confidence in the chances of winning the war.'

JPPI survey: Looking back at a year of war

Watch live:

Watch live: Friends of Zion memorial ceremony commemorating October 7th

A memorial ceremony at the FOZ museum with representatives from the kibbutzim, bereaved families, security forces and families of hostages who will come to share their stories.

Watch live: Friends of Zion memorial ceremony commemorating October 7th

Southern Lebanon:

Southern Lebanon: IDF forces locate Radwan force armed vehicles and launchers

Hundreds of weapons were discovered in civilian buildings, including a vehicle containing weapons the Radwan Forces intended to use in terrorist attacks.

Southern Lebanon: IDF forces locate Radwan force armed vehicles and launchers

Be'er Sheva:

Be'er Sheva attack victim identified as Border Police Sergeant Shira Chaya Suslik

Thirteen people were injured in attack. Terrorist is a family member of murderer of Omer Levy in 2015, at same location in Be'er Sheva.

Be'er Sheva attack victim identified as Border Police Sergeant Shira Chaya Suslik

Herzog to Saudi TV:

Herzog to Saudi TV: 'Iran offers destruction. We are offering hope'

In an interview with Riz Khan on Al Arabiya News, Israeli President Isaac Herzog calls Iran the 'empire of evil' and discusses its role in fueling conflict in the Middle East.

Herzog to Saudi TV: 'Iran offers destruction. We are offering hope'

Woman murdered in shooting attack in Be'er Sheva

A 25-year-old woman was murdered and ten others were wounded when a gunman opened fire at the Be'er Sheva Central Bus Station. Shooter neutralized.

Woman murdered in shooting attack in Be'er Sheva

Attack on alleged Iranian factory in Syria

Online reports claim that Israel attacked a car factory near Homs.

Attack on alleged Iranian factory in Syria

Gallant:

Gallant: 'The Iranians did no harm to the Air Force's capabilities'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant reviewed the Nevatim Airbase today and spoke with the personnel there about the past year.

Gallant: 'The Iranians did no harm to the Air Force's capabilities'

IDF reinforces Gaza region for Oct. 7 memorial

Commanding Officer of the Southern Command: "The Southern Command remains at a heightened state of vigilance and readiness for the coming days."

IDF reinforces Gaza region for Oct. 7 memorial

Bereaved mother:

Bereaved mother: 'No angel stopped the knife, our hero is gone'

Harel's father, Rabbi Ahiad Etinger, was murdered in a terrorist shooting attack in 2019. Harel was one of the first soldiers to fall in battle in southern Lebanon.

Bereaved mother: 'No angel stopped the knife, our hero is gone'

Ben-Gvir:

Ben-Gvir: 'Kamala, the humanitarian thing is to ensure Israelis return home'

Israeli National Security Minister responds to post by US Vice President announcing $157 million in aid to Lebanon without mentioning the tens of thousands of Israelis displaced by the constant Hezbollah attacks over the last year.

Ben-Gvir: 'Kamala, the humanitarian thing is to ensure Israelis return home'

IDF reveals:

The seized weapons used by Hamas terrorists on October 7

Marking 1 year since the October 7th Massacre, the IDF established an exhibition displaying the items seized from Hamas terrorists who invaded Israel on October 7th, as well as during the combat in the Gaza Strip, to showcase them to the world.

The seized weapons used by Hamas terrorists on October 7

Jaffa massacre committed due to gap in security barrier

The 2 terrorists from Hebron who murdered 7 were able to illegally enter Israel to carry out their murderous mission through a gap in the 'Seam Zone,' Hebrew media reprots.

Jaffa massacre committed due to gap in security barrier

Fallen soldier's father:

Fallen soldier's father: 'He wasn't born a hero, he made himself one'

Dov, the father of Captain Eitan Oster, spoke about his son's dedication to the mission and his final moments.

Fallen soldier's father: 'He wasn't born a hero, he made himself one'

From Hamas' perspective:

From Hamas' perspective: This is how the October 7 attack was planned

A new study by Lt. Col. (res.) Jonathan Halevi reveals that as early as December 2022, Yahya Sinwar unveiled the name he chose for the October 7 attack.

From Hamas' perspective: This is how the October 7 attack was planned

Trump:

Trump: 'Iran's nuclear facilities are what you want to hit'

Former President Trump criticizes President Biden for opposing an Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear facilities following Iran's massive ballistic missile attack on Israel last week.

Trump: 'Iran's nuclear facilities are what you want to hit'

162nd Division leaves Philadelphi Corridor for Jabaliya op.

IDF launches operation in Jabaliya in northern Gaza in light of intelligence showing gathering of Hamas terrorists, efforts by Hamas to rebuild its terror infrastructure there.

162nd Division leaves Philadelphi Corridor for Jabaliya op.

Missing woman saved in Rosh Ha'ayin

A 71-year-old woman with dementia was found alive after having been missing for 36 hours.

Missing woman saved in Rosh Ha'ayin

2 surface to surface missiles fired at Haifa area intercepted

Hezbollah continues to fire projectiles at northern Israel on Sunday morning, with Red Alert sirens being activated in the areas of ​​Haifa, Caesarea, Zichron Ya'akov, and Hadera.

2 surface to surface missiles fired at Haifa area intercepted

Trump to visit tomb of Lubavitcher Rebbe on October 7th

The visit will be followed by a return to Florida to attend a memorial ceremony for the massacre victims.

Trump to visit tomb of Lubavitcher Rebbe on October 7th

The saleswoman who convinced Hezbollah

The saleswoman who convinced Hezbollah:New details about the pager explosions

An investigation published by the 'Washington Post' reveals that the exploding beepers were assembled in Israel and integrated into the production line of a company from Taiwan.

The saleswoman who convinced Hezbollah:New details about the pager explosions

Brooklyn:

Brooklyn: Driver threatens Jewish worshippers on Rosh Hashanah

On Jewish New Year, NYC driver threatens 2 Jewish men walking to synagogue with screams of 'F–-ing Jew! Drop dead Zionist,' and swerves toward them.

Brooklyn: Driver threatens Jewish worshippers on Rosh Hashanah

German official:

German official: We've faced a tsunami of antisemitism since October 7

German antisemitism czar says open and aggressive antisemitism has been stronger than at any time since 1945, both in Germany and worldwide.

German official: We've faced a tsunami of antisemitism since October 7

Virginia man arrested for graffiti during anti-Netanyahu protest

Zaid Mohammed Mahdawi, 26, arrested for allegedly spray-painting graffiti on a monument in Washington, D.C., during protests against Netanyahu's July address to Congress.

Virginia man arrested for graffiti during anti-Netanyahu protest

'I love Hezbollah'

'I love Hezbollah': Anti-Israel protesters in London carry pro-Hezbollah banners

Tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian Arab activists stage demonstration through London, some of them carry banners with pro-Hezbollah wording.

'I love Hezbollah': Anti-Israel protesters in London carry pro-Hezbollah banners

UN chief:

UN chief: We must repeat our utter condemnation of Hamas

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres releases video statement on one-year anniversary of Hamas’ October 7 massacre: October 7th scarred souls, I demand once again the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages.

UN chief: We must repeat our utter condemnation of Hamas

Navy and IAF intercept UAVs fired towards Israel

Two UAVs launched from the East intercepted by Israeli Navy Missile Boat in the northern area of the Mediterranean Sea. UAV launched from the East intercepted by the IAF off the coast of Gush Dan.

Navy and IAF intercept UAVs fired towards Israel

Macron's office:

Macron's office: Netanyahu's criticism is excessive

French President's office responds to Netanyahu's criticism of Macron's call for a halt on arms deliveries to Israel: France is a steadfast friend of Israel.

Macron's office: Netanyahu's criticism is excessive

Report:

Report: IDF launched ground maneuver in Jabaliya in northern Gaza

Palestinian Arab media report a maneuver in northern Gaza. IAF aircraft strike terrorists operating in a compound formerly used by UNRWA.

Report: IDF launched ground maneuver in Jabaliya in northern Gaza

Lebanese media outlet: Israeli strike on Iran to begin soon

Jordanian NGOs recommend civilians remain near protected spaces, warn any Israeli military operation against Iran may trigger immediate Iranian response; no official confirmation of reports.

Lebanese media outlet: Israeli strike on Iran to begin soon

The heroic battle of the Egoz Unit in Lebanon

Hezbollah terrorists concentrated around one of the fallen in the building, and Radwan reinforcement vehicles quickly approached the scene, but the Egoz fighters managed to thwart the abduction of their comrade.

The heroic battle of the Egoz Unit in Lebanon

Denmark:

Denmark: Two suspects involved in Israeli Embassy explosion indicted

Swedish nationals indicted for involvement in explosions near Israeli Embassy in Denmark, charged with possession of hand grenades.

Denmark: Two suspects involved in Israeli Embassy explosion indicted

One year later:

One year later: Nationwide rallies demand return of hostages

Israelis all over the country took to the streets tonight to mark a full year since the October 7th massacre.

One year later: Nationwide rallies demand return of hostages