Hamas

Ex-hostage recounts:

'We tried to escape through streets of Gaza'

Freed hostage Eliya Cohen recounted his attempt with other hostages to escape until they were recognized as Jews by a Gazan civilian. 'Everyone is Gaza supports this.'

Smotrich: Most of the nation opposes surrendering to Hamas

Sources close to Minister Smotrich clarify that he stated in a meeting with families of hostages that he is convinced "most of the nation opposes surrendering to Hamas in a way that would endanger Israel's security."

Netanyahu:

'I'm telling Hamas, the rules are changing soon'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited a training exercise of the IDF’s 5th Brigade on Thursday in Tze’elim, reiterates the 2 goals of defeating Hamas and returning the hostages.

IDF eliminates commander in Hamas rocket production headquarters

Over the past 72 hours, the IAF struck over 150 terror targets in the Gaza Strip, including terrorist cells, underground terrorist infrastructure sites, and military structures from which terrorists were operating.

Palestinian Authority leader begs UN: Save Gaza - from Israel

PA leader Mohammad Mustafa urges UN intervention, accuses Israel of blocking aid and causing famine in Gaza amid continued fighting and stalled ceasefire talks.

Poll reveals:

Nearly half of Gaza residents would seek Israeli help to emigrate

Survey reveals rising dissatisfaction with Hamas and growing interest in leaving Gaza, though many doubt the authenticity of recent protests.

Senior Hamas official:

'Talks underway for partial deal with Israel'

The Hamas terror organization claims it will not agree to a partial deal with Israel that does not include a cessation of the war in the Gaza Strip.

Chief of Staff:

'Everyone enlists, everyone serves, everyone sacrifices'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir tells brigade, division commanders the military is moving toward "Phase 2" of the plan for the "decisive defeat" of Hamas.

Terror threat eliminated:

IDF eliminates senior Hamas commander in Lebanon airstrike

Khaled Ahmed Ahmed, head of Hamas operations in Lebanon’s western sector, eliminated in Sidon while planning attacks and weapons transfers against Israel.

Security breach:

IDF blunder exposes Hamas terrorist, jeopardizing investigations

ISA, Lahav 433 furious after IDF spokesperson exposes terrorist’s identity, violating gag order.

Hamas calls on Trump to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza

In an official statement, Hamas blasts US President Donald Trump for accusing the organization of controlling humanitarian aid in Gaza.

Netanyahu to Hamas: 'We'll tear you apart'

After overseeing strikes at Sana'a airport, PM states, 'Whoever attacks us - we will pay him back sevenfold. This is true for the Houthis, this is true for Hamas, this is true for Hezbollah. This is also true for Iran.'

Hamas terrorist who participated in massacre surrenders to IDF

A platoon commander who participated in the October 7th Massacre and was in charge of holding several Israeli hostages, as well as a Hamas sniper array commander, were photographed surrendering to IDF soldiers in Rafah.

Hamas:

'We oppose the transfer of humanitarian aid through Israel'

The Hamas terrorist organization accuses Israel of "deliberate actions to cause starvation and bearing full responsibility for the escalating humanitarian disaster in the Gaza Strip."

Suspect arrested

Hamas symbols and weapons seized in eastern Jerusalem

Jerusalem District Police raid a house in Sur Baher, seizing a Hamas flag, two pistols, hundreds of bullets, magazines, and M16 rifle parts.

Trump:

'We'll help people of Gaza, Hamas is taking everything'

US President says America will help ensure Gazans receive food, blames Hamas for situation when asked if the US supports Israel's decision to expand combat operations in Gaza.

Iranian explosives located in kibbutz near Gaza

The explosives are believed to have been left behind by Hamas forces during the October 7th massacre. Police sappers neutralized them safely.

Netanyahu

'We're going to defeat Hamas, this will bring back the hostages'

Prime Minister publishes video address explaining decision to intensify the fighting in Gaza, stating a commission of inquiry into the failures of October 7 should begin only at the end of the war.

'Stop exploiting schools'

IDF Spokesperson attacks Hamas's masculinity

The IDF spokesperson in Arabic, Avichay Adraee, published a special video from a school in the northern Gaza Strip, accusing Hamas of cinical use of civilian facilities and delivering a pointed message about values, cowardice, and exploitation of the civilian population.

Israel's ultimatum:

Hamas has until end of Trump's visit to reach hostage deal

Senior official provides details on 'Operation Gideon Chariots,' including that Hamas faces its final chance to reach a deal to accept the Witkoff outline.

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

'We will capture Gaza and not retreat, even with a hostage deal'

Minister of Finance at the B'Sheva Jerusalem Conference: 'The time has come to stop being afraid of the word 'occupation'. We are defeating Hamas; they will surrender.'

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IDF strikes Hamas rocket launcher aimed at Israel

Following the strike, a number of secondary explosions were identified, indicating the presence of rockets prepared for launch toward Israeli territory.

Former Justice Minister:

'Government sending aid to Gaza? Big mistake'

Following Cabinet disagreements over sending humanitarian aid to Gaza, former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked believes the aid will be a free gift to Hamas and will harm Israel.

Unanimously:

Cabinet approves expansion of military operations in Gaza

After a discussion lasting about seven hours, plans approved for extensive ground operations in the heart of Gaza and an increased mobilization of reservists.

Hamas executes Gazans accused of looting aid

Militant group targets civilians under the guise of law enforcement while Israel continues efforts to neutralize terrorist threats.

IDF dismantles dozens of terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip

Over the past weekend, the IAF struck over 100 terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip, including terrorist cells, tunnels, underground infrastructure sites, and military structures in which terrorists were operating.

Psychological terrorism:

Hamas publishes sign of life from hostage Maxim Herkin

The video is Hamas' second of Maxim Herkin, after the terror group publicized a video him Herkin and Bar Kupershtein last month.

More reservists to be called

Israel plans to expand Gaza operations to pressure Hamas

Prime Minister Netanyahu leads security meeting where IDF officials propose intensifying operations in Gaza. Plans include seizing more territory, targeting Hamas infrastructure, and deploying reservists. The plans will be approved by the Security Cabinet on Sunday.

Switzerland to enforce ban on Hamas starting May 15

Switzerland will begin enforcing a new law on May 15 prohibiting Hamas and its affiliates. The law enables authorities to crack down on terror-linked activities and financing within the country.

Hamas condemns Memorial and Independence Day ceremonies in Hebron

Hamas condemned the Memorial Day and Independence Day ceremonies at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, and called them 'a desecration of the holy al-Ibrahimi Sanctuary.'

Col. Richard Kemp:

'Hamas is on the back foot, the IDF is making mincemeat of it'

Col. Richard Kemp says Hamas is crumbling but full victory demands neutralizing the group, rescuing hostages, and ensuring Gaza never again becomes a terror stronghold. He warns that diplomatic efforts with Iran are futile.

Hamas claims:

'We uncovered Israeli espionage equipment'

Hamas's internal security apparatus assesses that the IDF is using drones to plant espionage devices in displaced persons' camps.

Report:

Significant breakthrough in Gaza ceasefire negotiations

Cairo-brokered ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas are reportedly making headway, though disagreements persist.

Israel refuses proposal for five-year ceasefire

Senior Israeli source responds to proposal for five-year truce with Hamas, says Israel is trying to make the most of negotiations but its patience 'is not infinite.'

Report:

Lebanon working to arrest Hamas terrorists who fired at Israel

The Lebanese Military Intelligence Directorate has demanded that Hamas turn in its members who launched rockets at Israel, which, according to the organization, was done without its knowledge.

Amid ceasefire talks

Hamas leaders meet Turkish FM in Doha

Turkey continues to engage with Hamas: Delegation from the terror group meets Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Doha to discuss ceasefire efforts and Gaza’s humanitarian situation.

Cancellation of 200 shekel notes:

Minister Gideon Sa’ar’s threat to the Bank of Israel

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar demands urgent discussion on the cancellation of 200 shekel banknotes or specific series that reached Gaza, threatens to advance the move through a government decision and legislation if necessary.

Qatar:

Some progress achieved in mediation efforts with Hamas

Qatar’s Prime Minister says after meeting with Mossad chief David Barnea that some progress has been made in efforts to end the war.

Hamas: Appointment of deputy to PA chairman 'improper'

Hamas terror group slams appointment of deputy to Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, says 'Palestinian nation' wants to end 'aggression, starvation, and war' - and does not have an interest in pacifying outside sources.

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Troops find Hamas weapons in UNRWA bags in Gaza

Troops find a weapon cache approximately 80 meters from a building that previously served as a school and about 100 meters from a building that was used as a hospital in Rafah.

US DOJ rules:

'UNRWA not immune from lawsuit over October 7 Hamas attacks'

US Justice Department reverses its stance, declaring UNRWA is not protected by legal immunity in a case brought by families of victims of the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre. The lawsuit accuses the UN agency of direct complicity in terror and fraud.

New interactive map shows locations of Gaza's terror tunnels

Ben-Tzion Macales, an open-source intelligence analyst who worked on the project, speaks to Arutz Sheva about the process and the importance of mapping out Hamas's tunnel network.

To Hamas's dismay:

Unprecedented wave of emigration from Gaza

Despite Hamas's efforts to prevent it, since the war began, over 36 thousand people have left the Gaza Strip, some through Israel to Jordan and other countries, others to Egypt.

Hamas: 'Gaza today is the 21st century Auschwitz'

The terrorist organization that deliberately murdered and kidnapped civilians responded to Netanyahu's Holocaust Remembrance Day address and claimed: 'A holocaust doesn't need crematoria, it can be committed with the newest Western weapons.'

Paraguay labels full Hezbollah, Hamas and IRGC as terrorists

Paraguay broadens its terror designations to include the full political and military wings of Hezbollah and Hamas, and adds Iran’s IRGC. The move draws praise from Israel and the US.

Hamas calls on Arabs to fight Jerusalem Day Flag March

Hamas official accuses Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir of encouraging the Temple Mount organizations to 'invade' the al-Aqsa Mosque and to 'desecrate it.'

Sign of life

Omri Miran sobs in video: 'I miss my family'

The family of the hostage Omri Miran authorized the publication of parts of the Hamas psychological terror video of him. 'The situation here is very difficult.'

Minister Gideon Sa'ar:

Harm Hamas' economy with 200 shekel bills

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar submits request to Bank of Israel Governor to revoke legal tender of 200 shekel bills in order to undermine Hamas' economy.

Holocaust Memorial Day:

Hamas supporters may commemorate the Holocaust in good faith

Antisemites desire the butchery of Jews. And are ready to revere those who were butchered. Opinion.

Abbas:

PA should return to ruling Gaza with Hamas as a political party

The Palestinian Authority Chairman is calling on Hamas to hand over its weapons to the PA, relinquish power, and stop giving Israel "pretexts to destroy Gaza."

Hamas publishes sign of life from Omri Miran

The Hamas terror organization published a sign of life on Wednesday from the hostage Ormi Miran.

Hamas’s ‘all-or-nothing’ strategy: Why it rejected a partial deal

The terrorist organization seeks regime survival in Gaza via a full deal. Four former defense officials present their view of Hamas strategy.. Opinion.

Abbas to Hamas: 'Sons of dogs, release the hostages'

Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas calls on Hamas to release hostages, hand its weapons over to the Palestinian Authority.

UN appoints UK envoy to review UNRWA

UN Secretary-General António Guterres tasks veteran diplomat Ian Martin with leading a strategic review of UNRWA’s operations.

Fatah against Hamas: 'Playing into Israel's hands'

The Central Committee of the Fatah movement, led by Mahmoud Abbas, calls on Hamas to adopt the foundational principles of the PLO and avoid "playing into Israel's hands."

Trump clarifies:

'No role for Hamas in Gaza's future governance'

US President firmly states that Hamas will not govern Gaza post-war, emphasizing US opposition to the group’s role.

Hamas warns against Israeli calls to leave Gaza

Hamas issued a warning to the residents of the Gaza Strip: 'Messages from Israeli intelligence are intended to undermine the internal front. Any contact will be considered collaboration.'

'Hamas are cowards: They left their weapons behind and fled'

Kan News military correspondent hears from the soldiers on the ground in Rafah. 'We haven't encountered the enemy in a month and a half.'

Ahmad Mansour, October 7 terrorist, eliminated

IDF, ISA, eliminate terrorist who infiltrated Israeli territory, took part in October 7 massacre.

Smotrich: Bringing hostages home isn't top priority

'Bringing hostages home is important, but we want to neutralize threat of another October 7 massacre,' Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich explains.