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IDF strikes Hamas Nukhba gathering

Israeli airstrikes eliminate several Hamas Nukhba terrorists gathered in Gaza City, senior Islamic Jihad anti-tank commander in northern Gaza, amid continued ceasefire violations.

IDF strikes Hamas Nukhba gathering

IDF eliminates two terrorists in Gaza, including Oct. 7 attacker

IDF, Shin Bet, eliminates Islamic Jihad commander who infiltrated Israel on October 7, Hamas Nukhba terrorist in separate strikes in Khan Yunis.

IDF eliminates two terrorists in Gaza, including Oct. 7 attacker

Across the Gaza Strip:

IDF destroys terrorist weapons storage facilities

Terrorist organizations used facilities to store dozens of weapons, including rockets, explosive devices, mortars, Kalashnikov rifles, and additional combat equipment.

IDF destroys terrorist weapons storage facilities

From 3:55 to 6:40 a.m.:

Former military sec. reveals what happened before Hamas attack

Former military secretary Avi Gil recounts the dramatic hours leading up to October 7, including the initial 3:55 a.m. alert, his 6:29 a.m. call to Netanyahu, and an alleged attempt to alter official records.

Former military sec. reveals what happened before Hamas attack

IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist involved in soldier’s abduction

IDF eliminates Hamas commander Ibrahim Alam, who aided abduction of Sgt. Shaked Dahan's body; second Hamas terrorist also eliminated.

IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist involved in soldier’s abduction

‘He was in my arms’:

Menachem Kalmanson breaks down Recounting brother’s death

Menachem Kalmanson tearfully recalled how his brother Elhanan was shot while rescuing residents of Kibbutz Be’eri after hours of lifesaving missions.

Menachem Kalmanson breaks down Recounting brother’s death

US generals and admirals:

Israel did not commit genocide in Gaza

More than 75 retired US generals, admirals, and military lawyers say the facts and legal standard do not support accusations of genocide in Gaza.

Israel did not commit genocide in Gaza

IDF eliminates terrorist who left hospital with explosives

The IDF says Hamas terrorists used Kamal Adwan Hospital to stage attacks and restore military capabilities, including planting explosives near troops.

IDF eliminates terrorist who left hospital with explosives

Three years later:

Thousands at site of Nova massacre

Thousands visited the site of the Nova Festival, where hundreds of civilians and security forces were murdered during the October 7th Massacre.

Thousands at site of Nova massacre

Eitan Mor: My father took the bravest stand during my captivity

Former hostage Eitan Mor says Hamas filmed him dozens of times but never released the footage, praises father Tzvika Mor for opposing a hostage deal 'at any cost.'

Eitan Mor: My father took the bravest stand during my captivity

Three years later

Mia Schem: ‘I came back, but I carry those who didn’t’

Three years after October 7 kidnapping, former hostage Mia Schem thanks IDF soldiers and security forces for bringing her home, honors those who fell or never returned.

Mia Schem: ‘I came back, but I carry those who didn’t’

Former hostage recounts moment of October 7 abduction

Yosef Haim Ohana, held in Gaza for 738 days, releases footage of the first moments of his abduction and reflects on captivity, survival, and reclaiming control of his life.

Former hostage recounts moment of  October 7 abduction

Post-Oct. 7

IDF transforms operations, implements sweeping reforms

IDF data reveals the scale of three years of fighting and sweeping reforms in intelligence, border defense, reserves and military readiness.

IDF transforms operations, implements sweeping reforms

Netanyahu warns: Hamas may try to influence Israeli elections

Prime Minister Netanyahu says Hamas may try to attack Israel ahead of elections to influence vote, warns Israel prepared to thwart such attempts, respond with 'tremendous force.'

Netanyahu warns: Hamas may try to influence Israeli elections

IDF destroys 1.5-kilometer Hamas tunnel in northern Gaza

IDF troops operating east of Yellow Line destroy 1.5-kilometer underground terror tunnel as operations against Hamas infrastructure in northern Gaza continue.

IDF destroys 1.5-kilometer Hamas tunnel in northern Gaza

Avinatan Or reveals: Terrorist promised another October 7

Hamas captivity survivor Avinatan Or shares terrorist's chilling message from just before his release - and his own powerful response.

Avinatan Or reveals: Terrorist promised another October 7

Katz raises Gaza alert ahead of October 7 anniversary

Defense Minister Israel Katz orders IDF to heighten readiness in Gaza following intelligence that Hamas may attempt attacks against Israeli forces.

Katz raises Gaza alert ahead of October 7 anniversary

Watch:

The Scenes Inside Soroka Hospital on October 7

Watch the special broadcast from Kan 11: Chilling footage from Soroka Hospital on October 7th revealed for the first time, alongside the heroic battle of the medical staff to save lives.

The Scenes Inside Soroka Hospital on October 7

After watching ‘NAZA’

Jonathan Spencer: ‘Worse than Hamas propaganda’

Urban warfare expert Jonathan Spencer accuses documentary of spreading “lies, lies by omission, and lies of ignorance," takes particular aim at claim that Israel killed more than 73,000 in Gaza.

Jonathan Spencer: ‘Worse than Hamas propaganda’

Rival fans, brothers in captivity:

Jerusalem mural honors Ori and Hersh

New Teddy Stadium mural honors Ori Danino and Hersh Goldberg-Polin, rival Jerusalem soccer fans who forged a powerful bond in Hamas captivity.

Jerusalem mural honors Ori and Hersh

Netanyahu vows at memorial:

‘No forgiveness’ for October 7 killers

At the October 7 state memorial, Netanyahu vowed to destroy Hamas’s rule, finish the mission in Gaza, and continue pursuing those responsible for the massacre.

‘No forgiveness’ for October 7 killers

‘You didn’t protect my son’

Memorial ceremony erupts as bereaved father heckles Netanyahu

Father of Tom Godo, who was killed by friendly fire in massacre aftermath, interrupts Netanyahu’s memorial address, accusing him of failing October 7 victims.

Memorial ceremony erupts as bereaved father heckles Netanyahu

IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba commander from October 7 massacre

IDF, ISA, eliminate Hamas Nukhba platoon commander Ibrahim Abu Oweimer, who infiltrated Israel during the October 7 massacre and continued working to restore Hamas capabilities and advance attacks.

IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba commander from October 7 massacre

IDF Chief:

'Whoever threatens us, we will strike with a decisive blow'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announces conclusion of October 7 investigations, warns Israel's enemies of preemptive strikes, and calls for expanding the IDF to confront multi-front threats.

'Whoever threatens us, we will strike with a decisive blow'

3 years of war

Over 87,000 victims of hostilities

Of the orphans, 345; more than 2,000 people in Israel have lost a brother or sister. 1,204 parents have lost their children.

Over 87,000 victims of hostilities

3 years of war:

1,318 security personnel killed, 1,029 civilians killed

The Defense Ministry and National Insurance Institute publish data on casualties and victims of the 'War of Redemption.'

1,318 security personnel killed, 1,029 civilians killed

Three years later:

Recording of Noa Marciano in Hamas captivity revealed

Three years after October 7, Avi Marciano releases a recording of his daughter Noa, who was murdered in Gaza, filmed after just four days of captivity.

Recording of Noa Marciano in Hamas captivity revealed

IDF confirms:

Gaza City strike targeted 'Sinwar's successor'

Five killed in strike on Gaza City building as IDF targets Ali al-Amoudi, a senior Hamas terrorist who has risen to prominence since Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's elimination.

Gaza City strike targeted 'Sinwar's successor'

Emily Damari reveals: 'It's a miracle I'm alive'

Three years after she was kidnapped to Gaza during the October 7 massacre, former hostage Emily Damari shares disturbing photos from Shifa Hospital in Gaza, recalling her untreated wounds, terrifying captivity, and the miracle of her survival.

Emily Damari reveals: 'It's a miracle I'm alive'

'Spread lies, get called out’

IDF and Piers Morgan clash online

The IDF challenged Morgan over his claims about journalists killed in Gaza; he questioned the military’s credibility, prompting a sharp response on X.

IDF and Piers Morgan clash online

IDF reveals: Hamas commander held 15 Israeli hostages

DF and ISA reveal eliminated Hamas commander Izz al-Din Bik oversaw captivity of 15 Israeli hostages, participated in the October 7 massacre.

IDF reveals: Hamas commander held 15 Israeli hostages

Gaza reconstruction begins - at site of destroyed Jewish town

New footage shows Egyptian contractors surveying the site of Atzmona, a destroyed Jewish community, for planned 'Green Rafah' project - despite Hamas' repeated ceasefire attempts and refusal to disarm.

Gaza reconstruction begins - at site of destroyed Jewish town

CNN report:

Kushner’s firm holds stake in Israeli investor in IDF suppliers

CNN says Kushner’s firm owns 7.4% of Phoenix Financial, which holds shares in IDF suppliers; the report found no evidence his diplomacy shaped its investments.

Kushner’s firm holds stake in Israeli investor in IDF suppliers

IDF reveals:

The 'journalists' who were actually terrorists

The IDF publishes names and evidence identifying 170 Gazans portrayed as journalists who were also operatives in terrorist organizations, including Hamas and Islamic Jihad.

The 'journalists' who were actually terrorists

Gaza Division Commander:

'We control 63% of Gaza, Hamas is in very serious condition'

Brig. Gen. Liron Betito presents the operational situation in Gaza and the extensive damage inflicted on Hamas' leadership, alongside optimism over the return of residents to Gaza border communities.

'We control 63% of Gaza, Hamas is in very serious condition'

IDF exposes:

Hamas terrorists who were presented as innocent journalists

IDF identifies ten Gaza terrorists who were portrayed as journalists killed during the war, including operatives who infiltrated Israel on October 7. Additional cases to be revealed.

Hamas terrorists who were presented as innocent journalists

IDF Chief Zamir cancels US trip amid heightened security alert

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir will remain in Israel amid heightened readiness, canceling a planned US visit as the military monitors several potential threats.

IDF Chief Zamir cancels US trip amid heightened security alert

Despite ceasefire violations:

Egyptian contractors enter Gaza to build ‘Green Rafah’

UAE-backed project to house tens of thousands of Gazans moves forward as Hamas ceasefire violations increase in frequency and intensity.

Egyptian contractors enter Gaza to build ‘Green Rafah’

Didn't survive this time

Hamas Northern Gaza Strip Brigade commander eliminated

Netanyahu and Katz confirm the elimination of Hamas Northern Gaza Brigade commander Izz al-Din Bik in a targeted airstrike in western Gaza City.

Hamas Northern Gaza Strip Brigade commander eliminated

'Give you back to Hamas'

Bereaved father launches scathing attack on former hostage

Bereaved father Itzik Bonzel lashes out at former hostage Yocheved Lifshitz over her criticism of Netanyahu: 'I wish I could turn back the clock and return you to Hamas,' then apologizes 'Caught up in emotion, I wrote something I didn’t mean.'

Bereaved father launches scathing attack on former hostage

The images revealing the scale of destruction in Gaza

Updated satellite images from Google Maps show the extensive scale of destruction in the Gaza Strip following the war that began with Hamas’ October 7 attack.

The images revealing the scale of destruction in Gaza

Ben Gvir on Temple Mount: ‘We are the masters here’

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir ascends Temple Mount, calling for Israeli sovereignty over the site and declares that Israel is on the path to total victory.

Ben Gvir on Temple Mount: ‘We are the masters here’

'Torah listens to broken hearts'

Special guest joins Torah giants at Sukkot event

After suffering PTSD from his wartime service tending to the fallen, Rabbi Menachem Perl attends a Sukkot gathering with his emotional support dog.

Special guest joins Torah giants at Sukkot event

Report:

Hamas still has 30,000 armed terrorists, is rebuilding arsenal

Nearly three years after October 7, Hamas retains thousands of armed terrorists, maintains tunnel network, manufactures rockets, and smuggles weapons into Gaza.

Hamas still has 30,000 armed terrorists, is rebuilding arsenal

Watch: IDF takes out Hamas sniper threatening troops in Gaza

Hamas sniper Adi Adli Abd Al-Aaser eliminated in southern Gaza after advancing attacks against Israeli forces and civilians.

Watch: IDF takes out Hamas sniper threatening troops in Gaza

From terror to diplomacy?

Hamas offers to bring peace to Yemen

Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya offers to mediate Yemen's conflict, reveals repeated meetings with US officials, and outlines demands for Gaza's future.

Hamas offers to bring peace to Yemen

'Rot in hell'

Liri Albag reacts to captor's elimination

Liri Albag reacts to the elimination of Muhamma Gabain, who held her and eight other Israelis hostage in Gaza.

Liri Albag reacts to captor's elimination

They tried to move it to safety:

New details on fatal IDF drone blast

New details indicate two IDF reservists were killed while moving a fallen explosive drone away from fellow troops, despite switching off its remote control.

New details on fatal IDF drone blast

IDF eliminates Hamas commander who held nine Israeli hostages

Muhammad Gabain, who held nine Israelis captive in Gaza, eliminated in airstrike after working to rebuild Hamas capabilities, plan new attacks.

IDF eliminates Hamas commander who held nine Israeli hostages

Caught on camera: Gaza terrorist uses child to move weapons

IDF footage shows a child transferring weapons into a civilian home in central Gaza. Troops refrained from striking after identifying the child.

Caught on camera: Gaza terrorist uses child to move weapons

IDF confirms: Noa Argamani's kidnapper eliminated in Gaza strike

Terrorist filmed riding the motorcycle carrying Noa Argamani into Gaza on October 7 killed in Nuseirat, as Israel continues its hunt for the kidnappers.

IDF confirms: Noa Argamani's kidnapper eliminated in Gaza strike

IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba commander

Two Hamas terrorists, including Nukhba platoon commander, eliminated in separate Gaza strikes after violating ceasefire.

IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba commander

IDF eliminates Hamas commander who held seven hostages

Hamas commander Mahmoud Abd al-Fattah Awad helped hold seven Israelis captive in a Gaza tunnel, planned new attacks, and rebuilt Hamas capabilities, IDF reveals.

IDF eliminates Hamas commander who held seven hostages

IDF confirms:

Hamas finance chief funneled over NIS 1 billion to terror

IDF, Shin Bet, eliminate Muhammad Abu Alwan, who directed massive funding for Hamas, worked to rebuild terrorist organization’s capabilities during ceasefire.

Hamas finance chief funneled over NIS 1 billion to terror

$2.45 billion in six months:

Board of Peace unveils Gaza recovery plan

Board of Peace unveils a six-month Gaza recovery program featuring 66 projects costing about $2.45 billion, spanning infrastructure, security and jobs.

Board of Peace unveils Gaza recovery plan

NYT shareholders sue for internal records on Gaza war coverage

Shareholders ask court to compel The New York Times Company to turn over internal documents concerning editorial standards and coverage of the Israel-Hamas war.

NYT shareholders sue for internal records on Gaza war coverage

IDF eliminates Hamas finance chief in Gaza

Hamas finance chief Muhammad Abu Alwan eliminated in Khan Yunis, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz announce.

IDF eliminates Hamas finance chief in Gaza

Gal Gadot helps raise $3 million for Israeli trauma recovery

Gal Gadot’s $1 million Genesis Prize donation grows to $3 million, funding 27 Israeli organizations supporting trauma survivors, bereaved families and mental health recovery.

Gal Gadot helps raise $3 million for Israeli trauma recovery

Revelation raises questions about reporting from Gaza

Motaz Azaiza says he filmed Gazans assaulting hostages but withheld the footage out of concern that Israel would identify them. He also revealed pressure exerted by Hamas on journalists.

Revelation raises questions about reporting from Gaza

While vacationing in Tuscany:

Criminal complaint filed against IDF soldier

Hind Rajab Foundation files a criminal complaint in Italy against an Israeli soldier vacationing in Tuscany, alleging crimes during operations in Gaza.

Criminal complaint filed against IDF soldier