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Terror cell eliminated exiting tunnel shaft

IDF troops identify armed terrorist cell and thwarted the cell as they were exiting a tunnel shaft.

Terror attack planned by ISIS-supporting Arabs foiled

Jerusalem Arabs plan terror attack, prepare explosives - and are arrested by Israeli security forces.

Three months later:

Three months later: Search for remains of massacre victims continues

Special working dogs are being used to locate any victims or evidence of the massacre.

Former IDF official:

Former IDF official: We need at least two years in Gaza

Brig.-Gen. Amir Avivi, former IDF official, questions, 'The State of Israel cannot exit Gaza again. If there is another Disengagement, then what have we accomplished?'

Three arrested on suspicion of threatening the Mayor of Ramat Gan

Ramat Gan Mayor Carmel Shama-Hacohen complains he received threats from three young men, who are later caught by police.

'Make sure to support Israel'

Haley and DeSantis debate in Iowa: Make sure Israel has the support that it needs

Republican presidential candidates trade jabs over antisemitism and Israel. DeSantis: I am against a two-state solution. Haley: Give Israel whatever it wants to get the job done.

House committees recommend:

Two House committees recommend: Hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress

Two Republican-led House committees vote to approve a report recommending contempt of Congress resolution against President's son.

Gantz warns:

Minister Benny Gantz warns: If we stop now - Hamas will regain control

Minister Benny Gantz: The most urgent thing is the return of the hostages. This has precedence over any move in the fighting.

Report:

Report: Khamenei personally involved in Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

The Telegraph reports that the Houthi rebels, who have fired missiles at ships in the Red Sea, trained in Iran under the command of the Quds Force.

2024 US elections:

2024 US elections: Chris Christie withdraws from Republican presidential race

Former New Jersey Governor announces he is ending his long-shot 2024 presidential campaign: There isn’t a path for me to win the nomination.

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: Israel has no intention of permanently occupying Gaza

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu clarifies in video statement: Israel is fighting Hamas terrorists, not the Palestinian population, and we are doing so in full compliance with international law.

Hostages' daughter

Hostages' Daughter: "We have no more strength, but the hostages are worse off"

Shir Segal, whose mother returned from Hamas captivity and shocked the country with her stories about the terrorists' abuse of women, broke down in tears during an interview when she was asked about her father who remains in Gaza.

Chief of Staff:

Chief of Staff: After Gaza - we'll know what to do in Lebanon

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi to soldiers: "After what you have done, there is no village in Lebanon that you cannot enter and take apart."

B'nai B'rith files brief against South Africa's genocide case at Hague

Jewish human rights group says South Africa's attempt to bring Israel to the ICJ would 'allow Hamas to rearm, enabling the terror group to continue its genocide of the Jewish people.'

Samaria council head:

Samaria Council demands publication of documents refuting 'settler violence' blood libel

Chairman of the Samaria Council appealed to the Head of the Central Command and IDF Spokesperson to publish the documents showing a decrease in Jewish nationalistic crime.

25 terrorists hospitalized in Israeli hospitals and treated next to IDF soldiers

Despite the hospitals’ objection, 25 Hamas terrorists caught alive on Oct. 7th, have been treated in Israeli hospitals, sometimes next to soldiers injured in Gaza.

IDF:

IDF: Journalists killed in Gaza were terrorist combatants

IDF responds to reports 2 journalists were killed in Gaza by revealing both were Hamas and Islamic Jihad combatants who operated drones against Israeli forces.

WJC Pres.:

WJC Pres.: Genocide charge used as propaganda to delegitimize Israel, spread antisemitism

Amb. Ronald S. Lauder, president of the World Jewish Congress, condemns South African government's attempt to charge Israel with genocide at The Hague.

Missing link found:

Missing link found: Supernovae give rise to black holes or neutron stars

A supernova leaves behind a compact object in a binary system, researchers find.

Fauda star's first words since being wounded in Gaza

Minister Hili Tropper visits Fauda star Idan Amedi in the hospital after he was wounded in battle in Gaza. Amedi gave him a message of strength and unity.

Watch:

Watch: Weapons found in baby's crib in Gaza

One kilometer from the border with Israel, the 5th Brigade located and dismantled terrorist infrastructure in Khirbat Ikhza'a in the Gaza Strip.

PA ambulance crew found with stolen United Hatzalah equipment

Following foiled terrorist attack in Binyamin region, Palestinian Authority ambulance crew found to possess stolen United Hatzalah vests, helmets, and other equipment.

Report:

Report: Qatar’s new ceasefire proposal has Hamas leaders exiled, all hostages released

Hostages’ Families: "We are anxious about the fate of our loved ones, who have been languishing in Hamas tunnels for almost 100 days, without food, water, and life-saving medical treatment. The War Cabinet must approve any deal that will lead to immediate release of all hostages alive."

Air defense advancement:

Advanced 'All in One' system successfully tested in advancement in air defense

New configuration for RAFAEL's SPYDER air defense system, called 'All in One,' features an integrated radar, electro-optical launcher, advanced control and command system, and PYTHON and Derby interceptors, all mounted on a single platform.

Live:

Thousands pray at Western Wall for soldiers' safety, hostages' return

The Chief Rabbinate and other organizations, including the Families Forum, are holding a prayer rally for the release of the hostages held by Hamas and the safe return of IDF soldiers.

Following 7/10 attack:

Israeli citizen indicted for using 7/10 attack to access classified information

Indictment filed against Israeli citizen who impersonated reserves commander on October 7, gaining access to classified information.

Poll: 26% of Israeli Jews want Gush Katif rebuilt

New poll by JPPI shows: Just 5% of Jews in Israel are willing to see Palestinian Authority rule Gaza after war ends.

'You're not welcome here'

'You're not welcome here' | Blinken 'welcomed' in Ramallah by protesters

Blinken met with PA Chairman Abbas and told him that he supports steps that would lead to an independent Palestinian state.

IDF maps home of terrorist who killed Israeli Arab

Israeli security forces map home of one of the terrorists who carried out terror attack near British Police Junction.

Houthi attacks:

Security Council to vote on measure calling on Houthis to halt attacks

Resolution draft says Houthi attacks are impeding global commerce 'and undermine navigational rights and freedoms as well as regional peace and security.'

Y. was severely wounded in Gaza:

Y. was severely wounded in Gaza: 'I decided that I won't die here'

SFC Y. recounted the first moments of the war and the moment an RPG hit him.

Kansas:

Kansas legislature passes resolution supporting Israel's right to self-defense

In first official act of 2024, Kansas State Legislature passes resolution supporting Israel, rejecting antisemitism.

Weapons under children's bed, tunnel shaft next to preschool

IDF 55th Brigade combat team operating in Khan Yunis, as military continues to expose Hamas' systematic use of civilian areas for military purposes.

MK Vaturi:

MK Vaturi: 'Burn Gaza - there are no more innocents left there'

Likud MK Nissim Vaturi calls to increase intensity of fighting, says he 'stands behind' earlier statement calling to 'burn Gaza.'

Local leaders launch campaign:

Local leaders launch campaign: 'No One Abandons the Residents of Judea and Samaria'

Judea and Samaria leaders call on the government to include security components for the authorities in Judea and Samaria, in the core portion of the 2024 budget.

IDF takes out Hezbollah military compounds, observation post

'Hezbollah’s ongoing terrorist activity and attacks against Israel violate UN Security Council resolution, IDF will continue to defend Israel from any threat,' IDF says.

Report:

Report: Special IDF forces conducting intelligence operations in Sinai

IDF conducting intelligence operations in Africa due to concerns that the hostages may be transferred to hostile Arab countries.

Report:

Report: Thousands of UNRWA teachers celebrate Hamas' rape and murder of civilians

UN Watch report: Telegram group including 3,000 UNRWA teachers replete with celebrations of Hamas' massacre and rape of Israeli civilians.

New Details about 7/10:

7/10 Attack began with 70 terrorists, 5 knew of plans

Hamas officials say five individuals were aware of the complete plans for the massacre. 70 of the most elite terrorists were chosen for the attack.

Over 150 targets hit, dozens of terrorists eliminated

IDF operational activity in the areas of Maghazi and Khan Yunis continues.