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IDF Spokesman declares: Hamas has been defeated

Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin hailed the redeployment along the 'yellow line' as a milestone, praised soldiers’ bravery, recalled 914 fallen, vowed continued defense, and warned the war is not over.

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Watch: IDF forces begin withdrawal to Yellow Line

The IDF has begun withdrawing forces from holding points in the Gaza Strip towards the Yellow Line, as the ceasefire is set to go into effect at noon.

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Cleared for publication: SFC (Res.) Michael Mordechai Nachmani fell in Gaza

Sergeant First Class (Res.) Michael Mordechai Nachmani, aged 26, from Dimona, a soldier in the Combat Engineering 614th Battalion, fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip. 914 soldiers have fallen since the start of the war.

Chief of Staff Zamir in Gaza:

Chief of Staff Zamir in Gaza: 'Military pressure and a ground offensive achieved the deal'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured the Gaza Strip with senior IDF officers, reviewed forces' readiness, and said that the deal was only possible due to the IDF.

Dr. Hagai Ben-Artzi:

Dr. Hagai Ben-Artzi: We are signing off on the next massacre and kidnappings

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s brother-in-law Dr. Hagai Ben-Artzi warns against deal with Hamas, says it means 'signing approval for the next massacre with our own hands.'

Drones, rockets and machine guns:

Drones, rockets and machine guns: Israeli forces intercept Iranian arms shipment

The ISA and the IDF thwarted a large-scale Iranian arms smuggling attempt intended to reach terrorist operatives in Judea and Samaria.

New details emerge in Kiryat Arba shooting tragedy

IDF soldier was killed on Monday night in Kiryat Arba, by a bullet fired accidently by his friend, a Border Police officer on regular duty.

Two IDF soldiers seriously injured in grenade explosion in Khan Yunis

The IDF reports that three fighters were injured in an operational accident from an IDF grenade explosion in a defensive position in Khan Yunis. Two of them are seriously injured.

OpenAI to Use AMD AI Chips

AMD will supply AI chips to OpenAI as part of a strategic deal. OpenAI may acquire up to 10% equity in AMD.

20 officers wounded injured in clashes with anti-Israel rioters in Barcelona

A protest in Barcelona against Israel’s Gaza policies turned violent, injuring 20 officers and leading to multiple arrests, while similar rallies took place across southern Europe.

IDF retakes Netzarim Corridor

Defense Minister Israel Katz said the IDF’s recapture of the Netzarim Corridor cuts Gaza in two, isolating Hamas in Gaza City as operations press forward until hostages return.

During tour of Gaza:

Chief of Staff during tour of Gaza: 'Do not underestimate the enemy, the war goes on'

The Chief of Staff spoke with commanders and combat soldiers in Gaza, conducted an operational situation assessment, and praised the forces' work in Operation Gideon's Chariots II.

Holon residents arrested for contact with Iranian intelligence and espionage missions

The Shin Bet and Israel Police arrested two 26-year-old residents of Holon suspected of working for Iranian intelligence, carrying out surveillance missions, and attempting to recruit others. An indictment is expected in the coming days.

Two wounded in ramming attack south of Jerusalem

Two individuals were wounded in a ramming attack at the al-Khader Junction on Route 60 near the southern entrance to Jerusalem.

Smotrich on Trump peace plan:

Smotrich slams Trump peace plan as ‘Return to Oslo, historic mistake’

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich harshly rejected President Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a return to Oslo illusions and warning it would repeat the failures of the past.

Five IDF soldiers severely wounded in battle in Gaza

Five soldiers were seriously wounded in a clash with terrorists who infiltrated their position in Gaza City. Six others sustained light injuries during the evacuation.

IDF eliminates terrorist who killed Yamam commander

Hamas terrorist behind Arnon Zamora’s killing eliminated in IDF-Shin Bet operation.

Israeli-American accused of espionage for Iran

While living in Morocco, Yaakov Perl made contact with Iranian intelligence, and even came to Israel to carry out their instructions.

Over Gaza: Failed launch towards IAF helicopter

IDF spokesman reports attempted launch from Gaza City, aiming for IAF helicopter.

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Cleared for publication: Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash fell in Gaza

Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash, 21, from Be'er Sheva, shot by sniper in northern Gaza City. The number of fallen soldiers since the start of the war stands at 912.

Chief of Staff orders halt to convoys from Jordan to Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir holds initial investigation at scene of Allenby Crossing terror attack, orders stop to transfer of supplies from Jordan to Gaza.

IDF says it will strike Yemen in the coming hours

IDF Spokesman issues evacuation for Port of Hodeidah ahead of a strike on Houthi targets.

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: 'If Hamas doesn't release the hostages, Gaza will be destroyed'

Defense Minister Katz visited the Gaza Strip and spoke with the troops taking the city of Gaza.

IDF confirms:

IDF confirms: Ground troops have begun operating in Gaza City

Two regular divisions entered the heart of Gaza City overnight, as they advance while accompanied by massive air cover.

Netanyahu confirms:

Netanyahu confirms: Intense offensive in Gaza Strip has begun

Both PM and IDF confirm that the IDF has begun operating on the ground in Gaza City.

Committee approves:

Appointments Committee approves: Tzachi Braverman named Ambassador to UK

Braverman will replace Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely, who has served as Israel’s representative in the United Kingdom for the past five years.

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

'UN condemnation of Israel is October 7th of today, PM must not ask why he was not warned'

Minister Smotrich calls on PM Netanyahu at an Arutz Sheva and Samaria Council Conference to wake up to Macron's move to recognize a Palestinian state and to immediately apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu:

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu: 'We're not waiting for Europe; sovereignty is an urgent need'

'We don't need to wait for Europe in order to apply sovereignty,' says Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir at the Arutz Sheva and Samaria Council Conference.

The World War 2 era gun used to murder Charlie Kirk

A precision Mauser bolt-action rifle from World War II was recovered near the shooting site at the University of Utah. According to the FBI, it is a bolt-action rifle commonly used by hunters and snipers and is extremely powerful

Israel casts doubt on results of Qatar strike

Israel's defense echelon expresses doubt over success of strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar.

Terror in Jerusalem:

Terror in Jerusalem: Six dead in shooting attack at Ramot Junction

Two terrorists open fire at passersby at Ramot Junction in Jerusalem, murdering seven people; reports say terrorists boarded bus, shot at passengers' heads from close range using automatic weapons.

Irregular move:

In an irregular move, retired police chief to be appointed as head of COGAT

Defense Minister and Chief of Staff decided to appoint Halevy, whose son fell in the Swords of Iron War, to head of COGAT after he served in a variety of senior positions in the police force.

IDF strikes high-rise building used by Hamas in Gaza City

IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee warned residents of the Al-Ruya building in Gaza City to evacuate due to the presence of Hamas terrorist infrastructure inside or near it.

Terrorist who bragged about murdering 10 Israelis is eliminated

Terrorist who boasted about using a murdering a Jewish woman and her husband, killing 10 Jews 'with his bare hands,' is eliminated in Gaza.

IDF warns: Hamas hiding in multi-story buildings

IDF warns of upcoming strike on Gaza City structures converted to terrorist infrastructure, including cameras, observation command centers, sniper and anti-tank firing positions, command and control compounds.

Defense Minister: Gates of hell have opened in Gaza

IDF issues first evacuation warning for multi-story terror building in Gaza, ahead of strike.

Drone attack on Minister Ben-Gvir foiled

A squad of Hamas operatives from Hebron allegedly intended to use explosive drones to assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Netanyahu to Cabinet ministers: Partial deal not on the table

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuses to hold vote on resolution opposing partial deal with Hamas, claiming such a deal is 'not on the table.'

Central Command Chief:

Central Command Chief: 'Hamas is the Amalek of our time'

The commander of Central Command spoke at the change-of-command ceremony for the Judea and Samaria Division and described changes on the ground in the war.

Israel confirms: Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida eliminated

Abu Obaida was one of the last remaining senior terrorists of Hamas’ Military Wing from before October 7th, 2023, and for the past decade was responsible for Hamas’ military wing propaganda apparatus.