Hamas

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.

Two female soldiers injured in Gaza each lose a leg

Major Nurit, severely injured in Gaza, loses a leg. Linor, an injured combat soldier, also loses a leg.

Why Israel’s war against Hamas is necessary

A war can be both morally justified and legally constrained. Israel’s campaign against Hamas is exactly that. It was not launched lightly or recklessly—it was waged in defense of life, sovereignty and the rule of law. Opinion.

In move against Israel

Turkish intelligence chief meets Hamas

Turkey’s intelligence chief holds with Hamas representatives amid rising anti-Israel rhetoric from Ankara.

Giulio Meotti:

London: Hamas fans rule, writer critical of Islam is banned

This is the tragic truth: European governments who realize that their fifth column is now too big to be governed are using the repression of critics as appeasement. Opinion.

Hamas holding 20,000 terrorists for Day of Command

Hamas holding 20,000 terrorists in displaced cities, to maintain force for broad maneuver, while attempts to attack IDF forces continue.

'Just believe':

Hostage's father sends his son a message of strength

Adi Alexander calls on the Trump administration to hold direct negotiations with Hamas for release of the hostages and sends a message to his son: 'No one has forgotten you, we are fighting for your release.'

These hostage videos are not a message — they’re manipulation

Hamas' hostage videos are part of its strategy to shake the foundations of Israeli unity, ignite division, and stir unrest. If they did not serve Hamas’ goals, the videos would never have been released. Op-ed.

White House slams Hamas:

'Release the hostages or face hell'

White House condemns Hamas for rejecting Israel’s latest ceasefire and hostage release deal, reaffirming Trump’s demands that it release the hostages or face consequences.

Hamas rejects Israel's hostage deal proposal

The terror organization stressed that it is ready to release all hostages in return for the release of Palestinian prisoners and an end to the war.

Keith Siegel reveals:

Hamas tried to convince us to convert to Islam

Captivity survivor Keith Siegel revealed new details about the abuse and starvation during his time in captivity with abducted soldier Matan Angrest.

After Temple Mount visit

Hamas threatens MK Tzvi Succot

The terror organization condemned the 'frantic attempts to Judaize and seize Islamic holy sites' and called on Muslims to rise up to defend the site. Succot: 'The days of fear are over.'

US Attny. to Hamas supporters:

'You come to DC, you're going to go to jail'

Interim DC Attorney Ed Martin tells i24NEWS the US will continue pursuing Hamas support on campuses, and has now foiled a cryptocurrency scheme to fund the terror group.

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Golani troops eliminate terror cell; destroy Hamas training base

Troops from the Golani Brigade found a Hamas training facility that contained a mock-up of an IDF tank. The troops also eliminated terrorists who had shot at troops a week earlier.

Hamas suffering severe financial crisis

Targeted eliminations and suspension of humanitarian aid to Gaza have drained the terror group of its funds and decision-making system, report says.

Report: US asked Egypt to investigate condition of Edan Alexander

US asks Egypt to find out condition of dual citizen hostage Edan Alexander following Hamas' claims that contact with the group holding him captive was lost.

Report:

Gaza has 1 month's supply of food left

Israel estimates that stopping the transfer of humanitarian aid will result in the Gaza Strip running out of food within a month, which would increase pressure on Hamas to end the war on Israel's terms.

Hostage's brother appeals to Hamas on Al Jazeera

Moshe Or, the brother of Hamas hostage Avinatan Or, called on Hamas to release all information on his brother's condition and on the govt. to end the war as part of a deal to release all remaining hostages.

'No to terror - Gaza's humiliated'

Anti-Hamas demonstrations in Gaza return

For the first time in three weeks, Gazans have hit the street to call for the end of the war and Hamas rule.

Senior IDF officers:

Hamas was surprised by the war's renewal

So far, 350 terrorists have been eliminated, including seven battalion commanders, 11 company commanders, and some 40 officials and sources of knowledge, and 12 governmental targets have been hit.

Defense Minister confirms:

Israel preparing to resume humanitarian aid to Gaza

Defense Minister Israel Katz says Israel will remain in key security locations in Gaza - no matter what temporary or permanent arrangement is reached.

Senior aide to Hamas' Gaza Brigade Commander eliminated

IDF, ISA, eliminate Nukhba terrorist involved in the 2014 terror attack during Operation "Protective Edge" in 2014, in which five IDF soldiers were killed.

Revealed:

Information leak almost prevented Operation Arnon

Shin Bet agent who disclosed information about rescue operation shortly before it was carried out is arrested, faces prosecution.