Hamas launches missiles barrage towards central Israel
Hamas' military wing takes responsibility for rocket fire on Tel Aviv, says missiles used were M-90s. Two lightly injured from shrapnel in Kfar Chabad.
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After suspending arms exports:
After suspending arms exports| Keir Starmer: Oct. 7, 2023 'darkest day' since Holocaust
In October 7 memorial post, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls to 'unequivocally stand with the Jewish community,' 'secure a better future for the Middle East.'
After call for arms embargo:
After call for arms embargo on Israel: Emmanuel Macron pens October 7 memorial post
French President Emmanuel Macron posts in Hebrew expressing sympathy for October 7 massacre victims, families of hostages. 'The pain is still here, as sharp as it was a year ago.'
Hostage Idan Shtivi was murdered on the morning of October 7, 2023
Petah Tikva municipality announces that hostage Idan Shtivi was murdered on the morning of the October 7, 2023, massacre, and his body was kidnapped to Gaza.
Al Jazeera anchorman celebrates one year since massacre of Jews
Jamal Rayyan, Al Jazeera anchorman, posts in Arabic on X celebrating one year since the October 7 massacre in Israel. 'This is the day that restored the nation's dignity and prestige.'
One year since the massacre:
One year since the massacre: President Herzog begins memorial journey
President Isaac Herzog kicks off memorial ceremony for October 7 massacre at the site of the Nova music festival; Knesset speaker holds moment of silence.
Sirens in Rishon Lezion
Sirens in Rishon Lezion, IAF intercepts two UAVs fired from the east
Sirens activated in Rishon Lezion and Palmachim due to a hostile aircraft infiltration. IDF Spokesperson's Unit: Two suspicious aerial targets launched from the east were intercepted.
Fearing elimination
Report: Senior Hamas officials fled Lebanon and Iran, fearing elimination
Following the elimination of Haniyeh in Tehran and Nasrallah in Beirut, senior Hamas officials have been fleeing Lebanon and Iran due to fear of being eliminated by Israel.
New report:
New report: Antisemitic incidents in the US surge to record levels
ADL report finds there has been a nearly 200% increase in antisemitic incidents in US since Hamas' October 7 attack last year.
Former Chief of Staff:
Former Chief of Staff: Ben Gvir and Smotrich are the threat, not Hamas
Former Chief of Staff Dan Halutz says in left-wing demonstration that ministers Ben Gvir, Smotrich and Levin are the existential threat to the country and not the various terrorist organizations.
Gallant on response to Iran:
Gallant on response to Iran: Everything is on the table
Defense Minister tells CNN that Israel is working in coordination with the United States as it prepares for potential strike on Iran, but will ultimately make its own decisions on how to respond.
Oct.7 anniversary:
Thousands gather in Central Park on October 7 anniversary, demand return of hostages
One year since October 7th massacre: Remaining family members of hostages demand the return of their loved ones who remain in captivity as thousands gather in Central Park to commemorate the anniversary.
European Commission Pres.:
European Commission President: There can be no justification for Hamas' acts of terror
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in statement on one-year anniversary of Hamas attack: I condemn once again, and in the strongest possible terms, those barbarous attacks, we reiterate our call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Rabbis Issue a Clarion Call to Action
36th Annual Chai Elul Siyum HaShas & 82nd Annual Dinner of the Rabbinical Alliance of America/Igud HaRabbonim
Operations in Jabaliya
Operations in Jabaliya | Tanks eliminate terrorists who ambushed soldiers
IAF struck the site from which rockets were fired toward the area of Ashkelon.
Will Israeli response be limited?
US offers compensation if Israel won't hit certain targets in Iran
US officials offered their Israeli counterparts extensive diplomatic support and additional military aid if they would not attack certain targets in Iran.
VP Harris on 60 Minutes:
VP Harris on 60 Minutes: 'Our imperative is to do what we can to let Israel defend itself'
The Democratic presidential candidate said that despite Israel not following the Biden administration's orders, there is an important alliance between the American people and the Israeli people.
Watch:
Watch: The tunnel Hezbollah planned to use to invade Israel
Soldiers raided and dismantled an underground tunnel system. The tunnel system contained a combat compound used by Hezbollah terrorists as a hideout and a base for attacks on northern Israel.
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.
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.'
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.'
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Attack on alleged Iranian factory in Syria
Online reports claim that Israel attacked a car factory near Homs.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
