Swords of Iron

New Details:

All hostages in exchange for 100 to 200 life-sentence prisoners

A new report has expanded on President Trump's proposed 21-point plan to end the war in Gaza.

Intelligence Directorate:

Nasrallah didn't realize he was the next target for elimination

IDF's Intelligence Directorate reveals that in the days leading up to his elimination, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah chose to remain in place and plan counterattacks, each of which was quickly thwarted.

Ground operation in Gaza gains force

IDF forces continue deepening operations in Gaza City, locating weapons and destroying observation posts and terrorist gathering points.

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Terrorists planting explosives are eliminated by the IAF

Terrorists identified digging into the ground to plant explosive devices, attempt to hide under blankets.

Trump’s Gaza peace plan:

No role for Hamas, no timeline for IDF exit

CNN report sheds more light on Trump’s 21-point Gaza peace plan, says it calls for hostage release in 48 hours for phased IDF pullout.

Report:

Israel considers immunity for Hamas leaders in Trump plan

Israel may offer immunity to senior Hamas leaders as part of Trump’s peace plan, but Hamas’s stance remains unclear amid mixed signals and ongoing talks with Arab states, reports Kan News.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We’re doing everything to defeat Hamas'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir inspects Gaza, praises troops, honors fallen soldiers, and vows to dismantle Hamas while intensifying joint operations with Shin Bet.

Deep in Gaza City:

Bodycam footage shows 98th Division's operations

Troops from the 98th Division are expanding operations in the dense and complex environment of Gaza City. During one of the activities, troops identified and eliminated a terrorist armed with an RPG.

Over Gaza war

Anti-Israel protesters disrupt Kamala Harris book tour

Former Vice President Kamala Harris’s NYC book tour launch disrupted by anti-Israel protesters, prompting her to address the situation in Gaza.

Report:

Tony Blair to head Gaza authority under US plan

The US reportedly backs a plan for former British PM to lead Gaza’s postwar governance, excluding the PA initially.

Trump:

'I will not allow Israel to annex Judea and Samaria'

President Trump says he firmly opposes Israeli annexation of Judea and Samaria, expresses hope for hostage release deal after having a "very good" conversation with Netanyahu.

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Hamas combat compound with stolen humanitarian aid destroyed

כוחות חטיבת 401 פעלו היום בעומק עזה, איתרו והשמידו מתחם לחימה מאויש שכלל מטענים, רימונים ונשק גנוב.

IDF Spox. reveals:

'Brutal murderer' Nukhba commander eliminated

IDF and ISA eliminated Wael Mutrieh, a Nukhba platoon commander in Hamas’ Shati Battalion in the Gaza City area, who took part in the infiltration of the Nahal Oz Outpost bomb shelter on 10/07/23.

'My heart is torn'

Maj. Shahar Netanel Bozaglo is laid to rest

Maj. Shahar Netanel Bozaglo was laid to rest in Migdal Haemek; his widow parted from him: 'I am sad that I won't get to see you as a father and that our son won't be raised on your lap.'

Over Gaza: Failed launch towards IAF helicopter

IDF spokesman reports attempted launch from Gaza City, aiming for IAF helicopter.

From Rafah to Khan Yunis:

Etzioni Brigade increases hold on Magen Oz corridor

IDF dismantling hundreds of terrorist infrastructure sites, eliminating dozens of terrorists, and fighting in two Hamas strongholds.

Cleared for publication:

Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash fell in Gaza

Staff Sergeant Chalachew Shimon Demalash, 21, from Be'er Sheva, shot by sniper in northern Gaza City. The number of fallen soldiers since the start of the war stands at 912.

Report: Trump to unveil Gaza ceasefire outline with Arab leaders

President Trump introduced Arab and Muslim leaders to a Gaza ceasefire and post-Hamas governance outline, with reports of initial Arab support, but Hamas yet to respond.

Terrorists open fire from Shifa hospital

IDF troops continue to engage Hamas terrorists in Gaza City, dismantling terror infrastructure.

Chief of Staff in Gaza:

'On Jewish New Year, we will bring security, defend, and prevail'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured southern Gaza City and called on residents: 'Rise up and break away from Hamas - it is responsible for your suffering.'

Maj. Shahar Netanel Bozaglo killed in RPG attack in Gaza

Major Shahar Netanel Bozaglo was critically wounded when terrorists fired an RPG at his tank and later succumbed to his wounds.

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IDF soldiers neutralize terrorist in Gaza

The IDF releases footage of the 401st Brigade neutralizing a terrorist in Gaza, after a battle where an officer was seriously wounded.

Close quarters battle in Gaza City: Commander severely wounded

A close-quarters gun battle broke out in Gaza City's Sheikh Radwan neighborhood after terrorists assaulted IDF troops. Multiple terrorists were eliminated.

Netanyahu

'We need to destroy the Iranian axis'

PM meets Defense Minister, Chief of Staff at the IDF headquarters, stresses, 'we are determined to achieve all of our war objectives' in the coming year.

Watch: Deputy commander of Hamas' naval police eliminated

In joint operation by Israeli Navy and IAF, deputy commander of Hamas' Naval Police is eliminated.

IDF takes out Hamas structure used for rocket launches

IDF strikes military structure from which two rockets were launched towards southern Israel.

Ahead of the holidays:

Unusual reinforcement of security forces across all regions

IDF announces unusual reinforcement of forces across all areas of Israel, ahead of holiday season.

IDF estimates:

Pressure on Hamas not yet enough to push them to deal

IDF increasing intensity of fighting in Gaza City as Gazans evacuate southwards; Israel estimates terror group does not yet feel it has reached a breaking point.

IDF:

More than half a million Gazans have left Gaza City

The IDF reports that so far, more than 550,000 Gazans have left Gaza City and moved southward.

IDF Spokesman:

‘Threats from every direction’ as war expands on multiple fronts

IDF Spokesman Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin warned of multi-front threats, detailed Hamas’s exploitation of Gaza civilians, and vowed to fight until the hostages return home.

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36th Division enters Gaza City

In recent days, dozens of terror targets in the Gaza Strip were struck in order to separate the combat area and allow the ground troops to enter the area.

IDF

Terror cells eliminated from air and sea

In the past 24 hours, terrorist cells have been eliminated, terrorist command centers and infrastructures have been destroyed, and IEDs hidden against IDF forces have been neutralized.

Rabbi Doron Perez:

'One can live with a broken heart and a full heart'

Rabbi Doron Perez, father of Daniel, who was kidnapped and murdered on October 7, speaks about the last Tishrei holidays with his son, and the pain, while also giving a message of hope.

How IDF robotic vehicles destroy Terror infrastructure in Gaza

Since the start of the operation in Gaza City, the IDF has been operating dozens of robotic armored personnel carriers to destroy terrorist infrastructure.

10 IDF soldiers injured in Humvee rollover near Gaza City

Ten IDF soldiers were lightly injured in the accident. They were evacuated to Barzilai Hospital in Ashkelon.

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Selichot Prayers at Hostages Square

Selichot event held at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, attended by Rabbi Itamar Eldar, hostages' relatives, Menachem Kalmanson, Rabbanit Esti Rosenberg, and students from yeshivas and seminaries. Watch.

IDF destroys over 120 terror targets in Gaza City

IDF's 98th Division expands operations in Gaza City, locating submachine guns, ammunition, tunnel shafts, and dismantling over 120 terrorist infrastructure sites. Watch.

Emily Damari reveals:

Hamas leader willing to be exiled as part of deal

Former hostage Emily Damari tells Mosab Hassan Yousef: 'Hamas leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad told us he is willing to leave leadership, leave Gaza, in exchange for safe passage.' Watch.

Returning to role as mediator?

Qatar's new demand from Israel

Qatar demanding Israel apologize for strike on Hamas, as precondition for renewing role as mediator in ceasefire talks.

Trump:

'Very close to 40 of the hostages are deceased'

U.S. President Donald Trump again claimed that more hostages than reported are no longer alive. Israeli sources have not commented on the remarks.

IDF issues evacuation warning for Gaza City building

IDF warns residents of building in Gaza City's Al-Nasr to evacuate their homes ahead of a strike; Gaza reports say IDF carried out controlled demolitions in the city.

Gaza fighting intensifies:

Tunnel shafts destroyed, terror cells eliminated

IDF continues degrading Hamas military capabilities in Gaza City and throughout the Gaza Strip.

Trump:

'What happened on October 7th was genocide at the highest level’

Trump calls October 7th “genocide at the highest level” after UN accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza. On the hostages who are still being held by Hamas: We have probably 20 that are living. It's a nasty situation.

IDF eliminates Hamas deputy intelligence chief in Gaza strike

IDF, ISA eliminate Hamas terrorist Sim Mahmoud Yusuf Abu Alkhir, Deputy Head of Military Intelligence in the Bureij Battalion.

Chief of Staff orders halt to convoys from Jordan to Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir holds initial investigation at scene of Allenby Crossing terror attack, orders stop to transfer of supplies from Jordan to Gaza.

Israel Katz: 'Israeli flag will fly above capital of Yemen'

Defense Minister Israel Katz sends threatening message to Yemen's Houthi rebel group following hit on Eilat hotel.

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Over 50,000 attend Selichot prayers at the Western Wall

Over 50,000 attend Selichot prayers at the Western Wall, including Hamas captivity survivor Agam Berger and relatives of murdered hostage Almog Sarusi.

'Gaza war a failure'

Macron defends Palestinian statehood recognition

In interview with Channel 12 News, French President Macron defends his plan to recognize a Palestinian state, calling Israel's Gaza operation "a failure."

German Chancellor:

'Israel’s actions in Gaza do not amount to genocide'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says Germany will decide on its stance on EU sanctions against Israel before an October meeting.

IDF briefing: Gaza combat expands, 1,200 targets struck

In a detailed press conference, BG Effie Defrin addressed IDF combat losses, expanding operations in Gaza, regional threats, and continued efforts to bring hostages home.

4 soldiers killed by explosive in Gaza

4 soldiers and cadets were killed and 3 were injured when the Hummer they were riding in hit an explosive device in a neighborhood in the Rafah area.

Trump in UK:

I disagree with Starmer on Palestinian statehood

During a joint press conference, Trump and Starmer emphasized the urgent release of hostages in Gaza, condemned Hamas, and discussed a roadmap toward peace and a Palestinian state.

Avigdor Kahalani:

'I don't care about international pressure, I care about Israel'

Brig. Gen. (res.) Avigdor Kahalani says in response to Western countries that criticize Israel that 'they’ve already lost their countries' and his concern is his children and grandchildren.

Samaria regional council:

Eitan Avner Ben-Yitzhak fell in battle in Gaza

The Samaria Regional Council announced on Thursday that Eitan Avner Ben-Yitzhak, from the town of Har Bracha, fell in battle in Gaza.

Aerial footage:

IDF destroys explosives intended for use against soldiers

IDF dismantles weapons storage facility containing explosive devices intended to target IDF troops.

IDF continues cautious advance into Gaza City

Israeli forces are advancing carefully with a focus on learning the terrain and disrupting Hamas command structures.

'Unacceptable'

Pope Leo denounces conditions in Gaza, calls for ceasefire

Pope Leo XIV calls the conditions for Palestinian Arabs in Gaza "unacceptable" and voices solidarity with civilians, renewing his appeal for a ceasefire and a diplomatic solution.

Sanders accuses:

'Israel is committing genocide in Gaza'

Bernie Sanders becomes the first sitting US senator to declare Israel is committing "genocide" in Gaza, echoing a UN commission report.

IDF chief observes ground troops in Gaza City with UAV operators

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured Palmachim Air Force Base, commending air crews and UAV operators for providing critical defensive and offensive support in Gaza.

Ex-terrorist:

I gave info on hostages, the Shin Bet ignored me

Mohammad Massad, ex-PLO member turned activist, claims he delivered detailed hostage locations from Gaza to Shin Bet, but officials ignored his messages.