Swords of Iron

New refueling plane lands in Israel

Israeli Air Force receives first of six Boeing KC-46 'Gideon' refueling and transport aircraft.

IDF confirms:

Mohammed Odeh eliminated 10 days after predecessor

Hamas and Israel confirm that Hamas military wing chief Mohammed Odeh, an architect of the October 7th Massacre, was eliminated.

Major Hamas commander, 10/7 architect targeted in Gaza strike

Security source says Israel has confirmed the elimination of Mohammed Odeh, the new leader of Hamas' military wing, in Gaza.

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IDF destroys 11 km of Hamas tunnels in Beit Hanoun

Security forces located and destroyed approximately 11 kilometers of Hamas terror tunnels in Beit Hanoun.

Report:

Shin Bet Chief met with ex-Fatah official in UEA

David Zini reportedly met with Mohammed Dahlan, who has been identified as the preferred candidate to take control over Gaza, during a recent visit to the UAE.

Former hostage reveals psychological abuse in captivity

Elkana Bohbot shared an incident of particularly cruel abuse by the terrorists after they served him and other hostages a meal.

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Hamas terrorist who participated in Oct. 7th massacre eliminated

The IDF eliminated a Hamas sniper who infiltrated the Zikim base during the brutal October 7th massacre.

Watch: IDF targets terrorists who crossed 'yellow line'

Terrorists cross demarcation line in southern Gaza, nearing forces and presenting immediate threat.

IDF takes out Hamas weapons storage facility

Hamas weapons storage facility in central Gaza, intended for use against IDF troops and Israeli civilians, is destroyed.

Ishay Ribo's song that strengthened Romi in captivity

Former hostage Romi Gonen told singer Ishay Ribo about the emotional moment when she heard the song “Tocho Ratzuf Ahava" while in Gaza, after nearly a year in captivity.

Security cameras:

Navy took control of flotilla, played Israel's Eurovision song

Security cameras on the Gaza-bound flotilla document the moment the Navy took control of the loudspeakers, played the song “Michelle," and then carried out a physical takeover of the ships.

Security camera records shooting at flotilla ship

A security camera installed on one of the flotilla ships to Gaza recorded the firing of rubber bullets during the naval forces' operational activity.

Southern Gaza:

Terrorist who participated in October 7th eliminated

The IAF, guided by the ground troops, eliminated the terrorist after he crossed the Yellow Line and approached the troops, posing an immediate threat.

Under the chuppah:

Seriously injured soldier says blessing at friend's wedding

Benji Brown, a lone soldier from Canada who was seriously wounded and is undergoing a lengthy rehabilitation process, said an emotional blessing at the wedding ceremony of his close friend.

IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist planning sniper attack

Hamas terrorist advancing plans to carry out sniper attacks against soldiers in southern Gaza is eliminated by IDF.

Israel preparing to turn back violent flotilla from Turkey

Israel planning to force back 57 vessels carrying hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists en route to Gaza.

IDF eliminates senior Hamas commander

IDF confirms elimination of Bahaa Baroud, a commander in Hamas’ Operations Headquarters who operated to plan and advance numerous attacks on behalf of the terrorist organization.

Trump's Gaza plan to be funded by PA tax monies?

US reportedly weighing request for Israel to transfer withheld Palestinian Authority tax funds to President Trump’s 'Peace Council,' Reuters says.

Confirmed:

Hamas military chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad eliminated

IDF, ISA, confirm elimination of Hamas military wing chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad, one of the last senior architects of the October 7 massacre and a key figure in the captivity of Israeli hostages.

IDF eliminates terrorists who infiltrated Israel on October 7

IDF eliminates two Hamas terrorists who infiltrated Israeli territory during the brutal October 7th massacre.

Chief of Staff on eastern border: Prepare for surprise attack

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits General Staff exercise simulating widescale terrorist assault, says military must maintain constant readiness for surprise attacks on Israel’s borders.

Aviva Siegel:

‘I survived. I’m here to tell’

Former hostage Aviva Siegel tells Arutz Sheva why she wrote a book about her ordeal and recalls the abuse, fear and fight to bring her husband, Keith, home.

Report:

Trump Gaza plan may advance in areas outside Hamas control

The US and Board of Peace are reportedly preparing to advance Gaza reconstruction efforts in areas outside Hamas control amid stalled talks.

Over 2.5 years later

IDF settles the score with terrorist who infiltrated outpost

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Hamas terrorist Hamza Sharabasi, who infiltrated Nahal Oz during the October 7 massacre.

Ministry shows Hamas ties behind NYT-cited rights organization

Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Ministry publiciizes information showing that a rights group cited by Nicholas Kristof is headed by a figure linked to Hamas activities.

COGAT warns:

Too much aid entering Gaza, strengthening Hamas

A COGAT report warns that excess humanitarian aid entering Gaza is being exploited by Hamas to tighten control and finance operations.

Happy ending:

First wedding in Kibbutz Nahal Oz since October 7 massacre

Dani Nechmad, a nursing student, married Alon Freibach, a Golani Brigade officer who was wounded during the war, celebrate the first wedding held in Nahal Oz since October 7.

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UAV operator and ground troops work to eliminate terrorist

IDF footage shows an IAF drone striking a terrorist suspected of planting an explosive device in southern Gaza, in support of the Kfir Brigade.

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IDF operations inside the tunnels in central Gaza

Forces from the Kfir Brigade and the Yahalom destroyed two underground tunnel routes with a combined length of two kilometers in the central Gaza camps area.

In northern Gaza: The IDF's precise strike to remove a threat

IDF, ISA, destroy Islamic Jihad weapons production facility used by two terror groups. Watch.

IDF confirms:

Terrorist who abducted Mia Schem eliminated

Ibrahim Abu Tzakar, a Hamas terrorist who operated as a paramedic and abducted Mia Schem from the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, was eliminated in Gaza.

Gaza report:

Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya's son succumbs to injuries

Gaza-based journalist reports death of Azzam al-Hayya, after father Khalil al-Hayya, senior Hamas terrorist, denies son's death.

Hamas' Khalil al-Hayya denies son's death

Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya says son severely wounded, not killed, in IDF strike on Gaza City.

Home Front Command:

Early warning time extended for 49 communities

Beginning Thursday afternoon, 49 communities will gain critical seconds of warning time, improving residents' ability to reach shelter during missile threats.

Gaza: One terrorist down, another escapes - and is hit

IDF forces identify and eliminate armed Hamas terror cell violating ceasefire and presenting immediate threat to Israeli troops.

Hamas official: Netanyahu behind ceasefire proposals

Hamas archterrorist Moussa Abu Marzouk claims ceasefire negotiations serve only Israel's interests, calls on international community to pressure Israel.

Nukhba terrorist who infiltrated Nova Festival eliminated

IDF eliminates Anas Muhammad Ibrahim Hamed, a Nukhba commander who infiltrated Israeli territory during the October 7th Massacre, after he posed a threat to troops in Gaza.

IDF eliminates Hamas terrorists near Gaza troops

IDF forces neutralize threats approaching the Yellow Line, including terrorist involved in rocket fire.

Two months in Gaza:

Eight terror tunnels destroyed

IDF reserve troops dismantled eight tunnel routes in northern Gaza after two months of operations, marking their sixth deployment since the war began.

“Now is the time to defeat Hamas"

IDF General Staff pressing to renew fighting in Gaza

Senior officials in the Israel Defense Forces General Staff are pushing for a renewal of military operations in the Gaza Strip, arguing in closed-door discussions that “the best time to defeat Hamas is now."

Hamas to allow Fatah to hold conference in Gaza

Fatah political party prepares to hold once-a-decade conference in Gaza, with parallel conferences in Ramallah, Lebanon, and Egypt.

Gaza:

Three terrorists eliminated after nearing IDF forces

IDF troops eliminate three terrorists approaching forces in southern Gaza after crossing security line, as operations continue under ceasefire conditions.

US probe links more UNRWA staff to Oct. 7 Hamas attacks

USAID watchdog links additional UNRWA staff to Hamas and Oct. 7 attacks, referring them for bans from US-funded aid programs.

Revealed: Hamas terrorist disguised himself as paramedic

Terrorist operating under guise of paramedic eliminated after planning to carry out an imminent sniper attack against IDF troops.

IDF eliminates terrorist who crossed Gaza security line

Troops neutralize suspect approaching forces in southern Gaza, as military maintains operations under ceasefire terms.

Israel sanctions Hamas-linked Gaza flotilla campaign

Defense Minister Israel Katz announces sanctions targeting crowdfunding effort behind 'humanitarian' flotilla.

Key Hamas intelligence officer eliminated in Gaza

IDF, ISA, strike in northern Gaza, eliminating key Hamas intelligence officer involved in planning the October 7 massacre and attacks on Israeli forces.

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IDF demolishes 14 km of Hamas tunnels in northern Gaza

Northern Brigade and Yahalom troops have so far dismantled approximately 14 km of tunnels consisting of living quarters and a large cache of weapons.

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Terror tunnel destroyed in southern Gaza

Southern Brigade and Yahalom Unit forces located and destroyed a tunnel where they found berthing rooms, military equipment, and weapons.

New flotilla en route towards Gaza

Gaza-bound flotilla estimated to include 100 vessels, including from Turkey and Greece.

Gaza:

IDF eliminates terrorists planning to carry out attack

IDF, ISA, eliminate Hamas terrorist who took part in October 7 massacre, planned to carry out imminent terror attack.

Gaza: Terrorists transport munitions, IDF eliminates them

In separate incidents, IDF eliminates armed terrorists, eliminates terrorists transporting munitions, promising to respond to ceasefire violations.

Defense Min. signs $200M deal for Israeli-made aerial munitions

Israel boosts military readiness with major Elbit contract aimed at strengthening domestic weapons production and long-term security independence.

Gaza: Two terrorists eliminated after approaching IDF troops

Gaza terrorists eliminated after nearing demarcation line in Gaza, approaching IDF troops.

IDF eliminates terrorist who infiltrated Nir Oz on Oct. 7

Khamis Muhammad Khamis Qassas, who infiltrated Nir Oz on the morning of the October 7 massacre and led attacks against Israel throughout the war, is eliminated after violating ceasefire.

Kfir Brigade:

Bereaved brother who became a fighter follows his brother's path

Emmanuel, the brother of Gary Lalhruaikima Zolat, of blessed memory, who fell during operational activity, recently enlisted in the IDF in order to continue his brother’s path.

Severe claims:

IDF worked to erase October 7th footage

A report reveals a special IDF unit gathered and controlled footage from the October 7 massacre, with claims some materials never reached families.

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Captivity survivor prays for the State of Israel

Survivor of Hamas captivity Emily Damari recites the Prayer for the Welfare of the State of Israel at Masa's international ceremony for Israel's Memorial Day.

Special 60 Minutes interview

'The pain is constant': Hersh's mother speaks

When Hamas abducted her son Hersh, Rachel Goldberg-Polin became the face of the hostage crisis in Israel. Since his murder, she says she has learned that the constant pain of grief is a 'badge of love.' "60 Minutes" is the m

Parents reveal:

Oriya fell in attempt to rescue Bibas family

Parents of fallen soldier SSGT Oriya Ayimalk Goshen reveal to Arutz Sheva that their son fell in Operation Red Heart, which aimed to rescue the Bibas family from captivity in Gaza.