Swords of Iron

Blinken:

'We work to secure the release of every hostage'

Secretary of State in message to families of hostages: We will not rest until you are reunited with your loved ones.

Biden to hostages' families:

'We will never stop working to bring Americans home'

President Biden releases statement marking 100 days of captivity for the hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza: No one should have to endure even one day of what they have gone through, much less 100.

IDF spokesman sends warning message to Hezbollah

'Any harm to citizens will come at a cost,' IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari warns Hezbollah terror group.

'We're frustrated':

Terrorist is treated by IDF, released back into Gaza

Terrorist exiting tunnel shaft receives medical treatment from IDF, is released back into Gaza, source serving in military capacity in Gaza tells Arutz Sheva - Israel National News.

'My son's a hostage because of him'

Father of hostage confronts right-wing MK at rally

Yuval Or, whose son Dror was abducted on October 7th, attacked MK Tzvi Succot who came to show solidarity. MK Succot: 'They are allowed to voice criticism.'

Watch:

Omer Adam's touching tribute to Idan Amedi

Adam took the stage and sang the song that first gave Amedi notoriety: "Ke'ev Shel Lohamim" (Pain of Warriors), which is about the emotional scars of combat and he composed himself based on his experiences in the IDF's Combat Engineering Corps.

Pres. Herzog:

Bringing hostages home transcends any disagreement

'The families of the hostages are not alone and cannot be left alone, a united nation stands with you around the obligation to return all the hostages home,' Pres. Isaac Herzog tells families of hostages.

Defense Minister calls to strengthen PA

Minister Yoav Gallant's remarks during a situational assessment at the Judea and Samaria Division sparked heavy criticism among his fellow benchmates.

Hideouts in Gaza and travel in tunnels:

Released hostage recalls time in captivity

Clara Marman recalls her time in Hamas captivity, tells of the journey from Israel into Gaza: 'They brought us through a breach in the fence, and put us on a truck.'

100 days since the war began:

100,000 memorial candles lit at the Western Wall.

Memorial ceremony at the Western Wall commemorates the victims who fell between October 7 and the present day.

They fought together - and met again in the hospital

Eliya Rosen and Daniel Novogrotzky fought together in Gaza - and then discovered that their wives shared a room in the maternity ward.

'On the good side of history'

Thousands rally for Israel in central London

Thousands of pro-Israel supporters gathered in Trafalgar Square to mark 100 days since Hamas's attack on Israel and to demand the return of the hostages.

Israeli Ambassador to the UK:

'Idea behind advocating for Israel is to never stop'

In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely, explains the importance of holding media outlets accountable when they publish harmful inaccurate information.

In Khan Yunis:

IDF's Kfir Brigade locates stockpile of mortars

A stockpile of mortar shells, explosives, AK-47s and uniforms of Nukhba operatives: Operations of the Kfir Brigade in Khan Yunis.

Israel estimates:

South Africa lawsuit to be rejected

Interim order from International Court of Justice may still demand Israel halt fighting in Gaza, report says.

Red Cross VP:

Hostage-taking strictly prohibited under int'l law

VP of the International Committee of the Red Cross stresses: 'Hostage-taking is strictly prohibited under international humanitarian law, ICRC keeps calling for all hostages must be released immediately and unconditionally. Every day counts.'

Near Har Dov:

Five soldiers injured in clash with terrorists

Two soldiers moderately injured, three lightly injured, in clash with terrorists near Har Dov in northern Israel.

Gazan civilians on Hamas leaders:

'They’re all abroad in hotels, make them pay'

IDF publishes conversations with Gazan civilians saying that Hamas ruined the lives of the residents, wishing disaster on Hamas.

Afternoon prayers help soldier spot terrorist

A terrorist with an RPG tried to ambush IDF forces, but did not count on one soldier standing to the side to pray.

Attack on northern Israel:

Mother & son killed in missile attack on their home

Barak Ayalon, 48, a member of the local security response team, and his mother Merav, were killed when an anti-tank missile struck a house in Moshav Yuval in the Upper Galilee.

IDF reveals scope of Israel's humanitarian efforts

COGAT reveals that since the beginning of the war, 8,394 trucks and 153,580 tons of humanitarian aid have entered the Gaza Strip.

Freed Hostage:

'It was like Russian roulette every day'

Gabriela Leimberg, who was released from Hamas captivity after 53 days, describes her ordeal for the 100th day of the war.

Ronen Bergman:

'Israel was not ready to fight in its own territory'

Journalist Ronen Bergman analyzes the October 7th massacre and the rumors that hostages were killed along with terrorists by Israeli forces to prevent them being taken to Gaza.

100 days of war:

IDF eliminates terrorists and rocket launchers

Israeli forces have located and destroyed a numberof rocket launchers in different locations throughout Gaza.

President Herzog:

100 days of War

Israeli President reflects on the evils Hamas committed 100 days ago and the bravery of the so-called 'TikTok generation' fighting in Gaza, warns of return of divisions pf October 6.

IDF soldier Andu’alem Kabeda fell in Gaza

IDF clears for publication that Sergeant first class (res.) Andu’alem Kabeda fell in battle in the southern Gaza Strip. Another soldier was seriously injured.

Following deal:

Qatar supplied with medicines for Israeli hostages

Qatar supplied with medicines to be given to Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, in accordance with list provided by Israel.

Infiltration from Lebanon

IDF eliminates four terrorists

IDF soldiers identify terrorist cell in Har Dov area, fire at the terrorists and eliminate four of them.

Jonathan Pollard supports Mothers' March

Jonathan and Rivka Pollard meet with and encourage the director of the organization demanding an end to aid in Gaza.

Teen released from captivity reads letter to friends

Agam Goldstein-Almog, released from Hamas captivity, pens letter to her friends still in Gaza: 'Did he hurt you again? Did he again ask if you're married? Did he again touch the wound from the bullet he shot you with?'

Thousands gather to mark '100 Days of Hell'

Over 120,000 attendees at the 100 Days of Hell rally marking 100 days of captivity for Israelis taken hostage on October 7.

Nadia Matar, Sovereignty Movement:

'From the river to the sea, Israeli sovereignty'

The co-chair of the Sovereignty Movement says that there is only one way to victory: Full Israeli sovereignty over the Gaza Strip, and the emigration of Arabs from Gaza.

Macron: 'Count on me to bring everyone home to you'

French President Emmanuel Macron promises: 'We will do everything, and you can count on me to bring everyone home to you.'

PM Netanyahu:

The war continues - even the Hague won't stop us

'We are continuing together - until victory. After the October 7 massacre, we will not compromise on less than complete victory. We will not rest and we will not weaken our resolve to fight to the end,' PM Benjamin Netanyahu says.

Chief of Staff:

'We are operating freely in Lebanese airspace'

'We are prepared for war, Hezbollah risks turning the entire state of Lebanon into a combat zone, at a heavy price,' IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi says.

Chief of Staff:

We dismantled Hamas' infrastructure in northern Gaza

'There will be no immunity for those seeking to kill us: not in Gaza, not in Judea and Samaria, and also not in other arenas throughout the Middle East,' IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi says.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'Hamas leadership pins its hopes on a ceasefire'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi emphasizes, 'Every minute has critical significance, we are operating by all means to return all the hostages ; we will not allow extortion attempts for a ceasefire.'

Report:

Israel plans to take control of Philadelphi Route

Israeli officials told Egypt of plans for military operation to take control of Gazan side of Rafah Crossing.

Famous women speak out on Hamas abuse of women

A Call for Action: Mayim Bialik, Sheryl Sandberg, Ginnifer Goodwin and others speak out on atrocities against women and girls in Hamas attack.

Released hostage visits tunnel replica in Tel Aviv

Ofir Engel, released from Hamas captivity after 54 days, visits replica of Hamas tunnel: 'It's horrible being here.'

Sen. Schumer rallys with freed hostage in NYC

Senator Chuck Schumer and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul joined a rally of 2500 people in New York City calling for the release of the hostages.

Lebanon:

IAF strikes Hezbollah terror targets in Lebanon

Launches from Lebanon fall in open areas, IDF soldiers strike source of launches.

IDF kills armed terrorists at Hamas headquarters

Armed terrorists identified and eliminated at a headquarters of the Hamas terrorist organization; soldiers of the 99th Division operate in the Central Camps area of the Gaza Strip.

Major (res.) Dan Wajdenbaum fell in battle in Gaza

Major (res.) Dan Wajdenbaum, 24, fell in battle in central Gaza.

In first:

New Multidimensional Unit takes out terrorist

Precision elimination of terrorists using a drone: The Multidimensional Unit operates for the first time since its establishment.

IDF hits dozens of ready-to-use rocket launchers

IDF troops continue to thwart terrorism throughout the Gaza Strip, locate and strike dozens of ready-to-use rocket launchers.

Condition improving:

Fauda star Idan Amedi out of intensive care

Singer and actor who was seriously injured in fighting in Gaza transferred to trauma department at Sheba Hospital, his condition is improving.

First time since the war:

Medications for hostages to enter Gaza

Prime Minister’s Office announces deal with Qatar which would see medications for the hostages being transferred to Gaza. Hostages' families: We demand visual proof.

Jordan accuses:

'Tensions in Red Sea due to Israeli aggression'

Jordan's FM Safadi claims Israeli 'war crimes against Palestinians' are central cause of increased attacks by Houthis in Red Sea.

Footage reveals:

IDF destroyed over 700 rocket launchers

Over 700 Hamas rocket launchers destroyed since beginning of war in Gaza; IDF operating to dismantle Hamas' launching capabilities.

'Am Israel chai!'

Pro-Israel supporters demonstrate outside Hague

Over 100 Israel supporters demonstrate outside of International Court of Justice at Hague, holding signs with photos of hostages and singing, 'Am Israel chai!'

Chilling: Families of hostages sing outside ICJ

Families of hostages, along with supporters and allies, stand outside International Court of Justice, sing 'Shalom Aleichem,' set Sabbath table with empty chairs for those still held in Gaza.

Watch live:

'Hamas tortured children, burned babies'

At the International Court of Justice, Israel responds to South Africa's accusations of 'genocide' in Gaza, explains Gaza war is direct result of October 7 massacre.

'Genocide Convention promised Jews: Never Again'

Full speech of Dr. Tal Becker at the International Court of Justice.

Florida governor:

Israel may need to remove Palestinians from Gaza

DeSantis: Israel may need to remove Palestinians from Gaza if it faces a ‘second Holocaust.’

Report:

ICJ ruling may require Israel to preserve evidence

Report offers multiple possibilities for what the International Court of Justice may decide following the end of the hearing on South Africa's suit against Israel.

Testimony from Rafah:

'Hamas trim their beards and steal everything'

Gaza resident opens up about humanitarian crisis, says Hamas terrorists trying to embed themselves in civilian population, steal humanitarian aid.

IDF eliminates commanders in Hamas' Nukhba Force

IDF eliminates dozens of terrorists, including commanders in Hamas' Nukhba Force, during operations in Khan Yunis and Maghazi.

Due to security reasons:

Israel banned from international hockey competitions

Israel Ice Hockey Federation appeals decision by International Ice Hockey Federation to ban Israel from competitions amid the war against Hamas.

Report:

Qatar discussing delivering medication to hostages

New York Times reports Qatar is engaged in high-level discussions with Hamas to deliver vital prescription medicines to Israeli hostages.