'We need a public explanation'
Democrat criticizes US weapons transfer to Israel: We need a public explanation
Senator Tim Kaine criticizes Biden administration’s announcement that it will transfer munitions to Israel, bypassing Congress.
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'Israel committing genocide':
'Israel committing genocide': Muslim organization welcomes ICJ action against Israel
Organization of Islamic Cooperation welcomes South Africa's ICJ case against Israel, urges swift action.
After attack on Maersk vessel:
US shoots down Houthi-fired ballistic missiles after attack on Maersk vessel
US missile destroyer shoots down two anti-ship ballistic missiles while responding to a Houthi attack on merchant vessel.
Canadian PM mourns Canadians murdered on October 7
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on death of Judith Weinstein Haggai: I’m heartbroken by the news.
Reports in Gaza:
Reports in Gaza: Right-hand man of Hamas 'Engineer' eliminated
PA sources report that Abdel Fattah Ma'ali, right-hand man of Yahya Ayyash, was eliminated on in an air strike in the Gaza Strip.
Settler violence?
Settler violence? MKs demand answers from President Biden
A group of MKs has written to US President Joe Biden, challenging the data behind his statement on 'settler violence.'
Israel confirms slight progress on talks for hostage deal
No breakthroughs, but slight progress, in attempts to achieve deal to free remaining hostages, report says.
Veteran diplomat Dennis Ross
Veteran diplomat Dennis Ross: 'I know about Hamas - there must be military pressure'
Former White House Middle East advisor Dennis Ross talks about how the world can do more to secure the release of hostages.
Bnei Brak:
Bnei Brak: Thousands pray for hostages' release at grave of 'Chazon Ish'
Thousands pray for release of hostages, success of IDF soldiers, at gravesite of 'Chazon Ish' in Bnei Brak. Watch.
Jerusalem stabber was employed at local hospital
Terrorist who stabbed two people at checkpoint south of Jerusalem was employed at Hadassah Ein Kerem Medical Center.
Pence to arrive in Israel for solidarity visit
Former US VP Mike Pence to visit Israel this week in a show of solidarity and support.
Julia Haart at family rally:
Julia Haart at family rally: I have never been prouder to be a Jew, we will not be silent
Fashion designer Julia Haart took the stage at a rally for the hostages' families to deliver an impassioned message to the nation.
Report:
Report: Russia losing 300 soldiers a day in Ukraine
A British report claims that Russian casualties in Ukraine will equal or even rival the number of Soviet soldiers lost in Afghanistan.
Rescued soldier:
Rescued soldier: 'Hamas murdered us while we were still in pajamas'
Ori Megidish, IDF lookout rescued from Hamas captivity, shares: 'Despite the pain and loneliness, I had hope that they would rescue me.'
British Prime Minister's house defaced in protest over Gaza war
A couple left red handprints on the gate of 10 Downing Street, claiming that 'the British government has blood on its hands.'
Footage from deep in Gaza:
Footage from deep in Gaza: Hamas terrorists hide in school together with civilians
Hamas terrorists hid inside school together with civilians, 188th Brigade separated terrorists from civilians, apprehending the terrorists.
The IDF's message to the hostages
IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari addressed the hostages directly at a press conference: 'We are thinking of you all the time.'
Lebanon:
IDF carries out series of strikes in Hezbollah stronghold in Lebanon
IDF strikes Hezbollah stronghold Kfarkela, after terror group launched several strikes from area towards Israeli territory.
Reserve soldier seriously injured in ramming attack
Reserve soldier seriously injured in ramming attack near Hebron, terrorist eliminated.
Report:
Report: On October 7, IDF's helicopter pilots were told to choose targets from Telegram
A new report details the extent to which Israel's most elite security forces were caught by surprise on October 7th.
Live updates:
Live updates: Rockets and drones launched at northern Israel
Israel continues to battle the Hamas terrorist organization more than 2 months after the October 7 massacre.
Harel from Netanya and Constantine from Tel Aviv fell in battle in Gaza
Captain Harel Ittah and Major (res.) Constantine Sushko fell in battle in Gaza.
New York Times investigation:
New York Times investigation: This is how Hamas used sexual violence against women
Two-month investigation reveals new details showing how Hamas terrorists systematically used sexual violence during the October 7 massacre.
IDF dismantles Hamas military compounds in Beit Lahia
IDF troops continue operating in Gaza, locating numerous weapons and communications devices, and dismantling Hamas military compounds.
Throughout the day:
Throughout the day: Exchanges of fire on the Israel-Lebanon border
IDF fighter jets strike Hezbollah infrastructure following launches towards Israel.
Report:
Report: Hamas willing to discuss new hostage release deal
Hamas reportedly no longer insists on ending the war as a condition for moving forward with new deal. Several proposals being discussed.
Watch:
Watch: Ambassador Erdan reads names of hostages at the UN
Israel’s UN Ambassador reads names of hostages during Security Council meeting: We are fighting for their release and you should be too.
Gallant criticizes Bennett:
Gallant criticizes Bennett: The roar of the jets should drown out the unnecessary chatter
Defense Minister criticizes former Prime Minister who admitted in op-ed that he authorized attacks on Iranian soil while in office.
IDF locates and destroys tunnels of Hamas’ general headquarters
IDF soldiers operating in Gaza locate and destroy Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's hideout, find a strategic tunnel shaft.
Ramming attack near Otniel:
Five soldiers injured in ramming attack near Otniel, one of them seriously
IDF Spokesperson’s Unit clears for publication that five soldiers were injured in the ramming attack near the Adorayim junction.
A soldier's last words:
A soldier's last words: 'Internal conflicts weaken us'
A wounded soldier told his father how internal conflicts influence the battlefield, just a few hours before his death.
Grenades and rifles found in children's bedroom in Khan Yunis
IDF reveals footage of weapons found in children's room, demolishes booby-trapped buildings.
Hamas: After the war, a unity government will rule Gaza
All major Palestinian Arab groups in Gaza are considering a joint unity government to rebuild Gaza following the war.
TikTok remonetizes Israeli war slogan
TikTok has reversed the restrictions it placed on the popular Hebrew slogan 'Together, we will win.'
Man flies from Algeria to France in wheel well of plane
The man was found near death from cold and without identification on his person by the ground crew servicing the airplane.
Defense Min. Gallant discusses regional threats with US counterpart
US Sec. of Defense Lloyd Austin reiterates US resolve to ensure Hamas can no longer threaten Israel's security.
Operation Oz and Nir:
Operation Oz and Nir: IDF attacks in area from which Oct. 7 terrorists set out
In first since war began, IDF operating in Khirbat Ikhza'a - the area from which Hamas terrorists set out to conduct Nir Oz massacre.
Likud source:
Likud source: Government will not act if Supreme Court overturns Basic Law
Sources in Israel's coalition say government does not intend to renew legislation on judicial reform, so long as war with Hamas continues.
Gaston Glock, inventor of Glock gun ,dies at 94
Austrian engineer Gaston Glock, who invented the Glock gun, dead at 94.
Poll: Most Israelis support military action against Hezbollah
Sixty-eight percent of Israelis support military operation to remove Hezbollah from the Israel-Lebanon border.
