Swords of Iron

IAF thwarts Houthi attack on southern Israel

In first since war began, IAF uses 'Arrow' system to intercept missile aimed towards Israeli territory.

IDF spokesman:

Coming weeks will demand resilience and patience from us all

Number of confirmed hostages rises to 240, some hostages are not Israeli citizens, IDF spokesman clarifies.

Shurat Hadin: 'To defeat Hamas, we must isolate Qatar'

The director of the Shurat Hadin lawfare organization explains the legal front against Qatari institutions supporting Hamas.

IDF commander: 'You are the generation of victory'

'They are all looking at us now. They trust you and believe in you, you are the generation of victory,' commander of Southern Command says.

Yad Vashem chair to UN Amb.:

Wearing the yellow star humiliates the State of Israel

Act of wearing a yellow star during UN Security Council meeting 'disparages the victims of the Holocaust,' Yad Vashem chair Dani Dayan says.

Counter-terrorism expert:

'Three miracles occured on October 7th'

IDF reservist Yair Ansbacher notes three miracles that had they not occurred, the attack would have ended in a much more difficult way.

European Israel Allies Caucuses condemn Iran-sponsored terrorism

Chairs of European Israel Allies Caucuses release resolution condemning Iran’s state-sponsored terrorism & war crimes against Israel.

Houthis likely responsible for UAV launched towards Eilat

Hezam al-Asad, member of Houthi movement's political bureau, hints his organization is responsible for UAV launched towards Eilat.

Sirens in Eilat:

Hostile aircraft shot down over Red Sea outside Israel's borders

Sirens sound in Eilat and nearby areas, due to suspected aircraft infiltration, IDF carries out successful intercept over Red Sea.

'Chances for hostages being released are 50-50'

A senior US official commented that the negotiations for the release of the hostages held by Hamas are in progress, but uncertain.

From the Battle of Amalek to the war with Hamas

Those who neglect history risk repeating its mistakes. Here are some key takeaways from the Battle of Amalek that remain pertinent today.

IDF:

Numerous Hamas terrorists killed, hundreds of targets struck

IDF combat forces strike 300 targets, Hamas military compounds inside underground tunnels.

Florida 'Mom For Liberty' goes on antisemitic livestream

The first Mom For Liberty to successfully ban Anne Frank went on an antisemitic livestream.

Japan imposes new Hamas-related sanctions

Japan announces sanctions on individuals and a company connected to the Hamas terrorist organization.

MK to Hamas leader:

'We are your door to hell'

In speech at the Knesset, MK Almog Cohen speaks in Arabic to Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.

With IDF and Shin Bet approval

8,000 Palestinian Arab workers enter from Judea and Samaria

Israel in recent weeks has approved the entry of 8,000 Palestinian Arab workers from Judea and Samaria.

Britain:

Ministerial aide fired after calling for ceasefire in Gaza

Ministerial aide Paul Bristow removed from government role after sending a letter to PM calling for permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

Amb. Erdan wears yellow star:

'Israel will no longer live with brutal Nazis on her borders'

Israel's Amb. Erdan speaks at UN Security Council, notes both Hamas and Nazis seek annihilation of the Jewish People.

Mossad chief visited Qatar as part of efforts to free hostages

The head of the Mossad, David Barnea, visited Qatar this past weekend as part of the efforts to free the hostages held by Hamas.

Report:

Hamas offers to trade Russian hostages for weapons

Terror group reportedly offers to release 8 Russian citizens kidnapped on October 7 in exchange for anti-aircraft weapons from Moscow.

MK Illouz: There are no two sides in this conflict

'Anyone who tries to find a middle side in the name of some political correctness, is really morally bankrupt,' Likud's MK Dan Illouz says.

IDF seeks to conscript civilian drones

Notifications published on social media have called for the owners and operators of quadcopters to join the war effort.

IDF spokesman calls video of hostages 'psychological terrorism'

IDF spokesman comments on video of a trio of Hamas captives denouncing Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Biden Admin. presents plan to combat antisemitism on campus

Homeland Security, Justice, and Education Departments join forces to combat the wave of antisemitism which has gripped US universities.

Hamas article claims to exploit Israeli political divides

A Hamas publication lauded the organization's spokesperson for using Israeli politics to weaken Israel.

Gallant:

'Hamas has 2 options, unconditional surrender or death'

Defense Minister says that rescue of Private Ori Megidish demonstrates the importance of the ground operation in Gaza.

New Jersey Jewish school:

'Only colleges with plans to keep Jewish students safe welcome'

Torah Academy of Bergen County takes action amid wave of antisemitism on college campuses to protect its students.

Netanyahu:

'Calls for cease-fire are calls for Israel to surrender'

PM to foreign media: 'The Bible says there is a time for peace and a time for war. This is a time for war.'

IDF rescues soldier kidnapped by Hamas on October 7

PVT. Ori Megidish is the first person abducted by Hamas and other terrorists in Gaza to be rescued by the IDF.

Netanyahu:

'Hamas will be crippled, Gaza won't be the same'

PM speaks to Cabinet about the war against Hamas and Israel's goals in the war.

"Hamas' main hope is the internal dispute in Israel"

A former advisor to PM Bennett explains how to erode Hamas morale as the war goes on.

Samaria town:

No entry for Palestinian Authority Arabs during wartime

Alei Zahav committee: 'We oppose entry of Palestinian workers to the Alei Zahav industrial zone during wartime.'

Lapid: These 6 Hamas leaders must die

Opposition leader says he will support any step the government takes to return Hamas' hostages.

Psychological warfare:

Hamas publishes video of hostages criticizing Netanyahu

Terror group posts video showing 3 hostages saying that Netanyahu abandoned them. Arutz Sheva will not share the video.

Hassidic leader sends gifts to IDF soldiers

The Boyan Rebbe sent prayer books, chocolates, and letters to soldiers. 'You are etched into our hearts and into the hearts of the people.'

IDF eliminates four prominent Hamas terrorists

IDF continues ground offensive in Gaza, attacking terror cells, missile launchers, and prominent Hamas terrorists.

Hezbollah officials call out Hamas leader

Senior personalities in Hezbollah are furious at Khaled Mashal for calling on them to fight Israel from his luxury hotel in Qatar.

Rocket fired from Gaza hits Ashkelon factory

Rocket hits Ashkelon factory, residential building in Netivot; no injuries reported.

New York Times:

'IDF stopped eavesdropping on Hamas radio networks a year ago'

According to the report, Israel believed Hamas was not interested in launching an attack from Gaza that might invite a devastating response.

YU leads coalition of support for Israel's war against Hamas

More than 100 colleges and universities across the US and the world form coalition standing with Israel against Hamas.

Gaza Beach party organizer:

'The nation of Israel wants Gush Katif back'

Israeli plans beach party for end of November, celebrating Gaza takeover; tens of thousands mark themselves 'interested' or 'going.'

IDF Spokeperson:

'700 Hamas terrorists arrested in Judea and Samaria'

IDF Spokesperson Hagari said that the IDF is expanding its ground offensive in the Gaza Strip.

Shani Louk, previously assumed captive in Gaza, declared dead

The family of Shani Louk, who was documented being dragged towards Gaza, has been informed of her confirmed death.

CNN video shows Palestinian corpse sitting up

A clip showing the casualties of Israeli bombardments in Gaza captured what appears to be a corpse raising its head multiple times.

Due to support of Hamas:

Finance Minister Smotrich calls to stop funding PA

Finance Minister Smotrich instructed to halt transferring funds that are collected for the PA until the cabinet decides on the matter.

Rabbinical organization visits over 400 bereaved families

Tzohar Rabbinical Organization has coordinated visits to more than 400 homes of families who lost loved ones.

Hillary Clinton:

'People calling for ceasefire now do not understand Hamas'

The former US Secretary of State explained that Hamas would exploit a ceasefire to rebuild armaments.

A 7-year-old warning:

2016 document given to Netanyahu predicts Hamas attack

A document written by then-Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman foresees that Hamas would attempt to capture Israeli communities.

CAM warns:

Act now against hate and incitement, or blood will be shed soon

Combat Antisemitism Movement calls on authorities to act before it is too late in the wake of 'open season on Jews.'

Ground operations continue:

IDF troops strike over 600 terror targets in Gaza

IDF troops strike staging post with over 20 Hamas terrorists inside, attack missile launching positions, weapons depots.

Simon Wiesenthal Center:

Germany, Austria, should grant citizenship to Israeli hostages

Simon Wiesenthal Center urges Germany, Austria, to take lead, grant joint citizenship to Israelis held captive by Hamas.

Iranian President warns:

'Israel's actions in Gaza may force everyone to act'

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says Israel's ongoing bombardment of Gaza "may force everyone" to act.

Report:

US Marine rapid response force moving toward Mediterranean

Officials tell CNN the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit is making its way toward the eastern Mediterranean Sea.

Vice President Harris:

'We have no intention of sending combat troops into Israel'

US Vice President Kamala Harris tells "60 Minutes" says the US is providing advice to Israel during Gaza war, not telling it what to do.

IDF strikes military infrastructure in Syrian territory

The strike is in response to launches from Syria toward Israeli territory earlier in the day.

Biden to Netanyahu:

'Israel has every right to defend itself from terrorism'

Biden speaks to Netanyahu for the eighth time since the war in Gaza started.

Bereaved father and husband:

'I hope we can maintain unity when the threat is gone'

Rabbi Leo Dee: "Everybody woke up to see that there was a new truth, there is good and there is evil in the world."

In the midst of the war:

Anti-Zionist haredi community announces day of prayer

The Eida Haharedit is calling on members to pray for the well-being of the Jews of the land of Israel.

IDF Spokeperson:

'We will chase Sinwar, until we catch him'

IDF Spokesperson Hagari updated that there are 239 hostages being held in the Gaza Strip.

PM's brother-in-law:

'Five leaders to blame for the failure'

Dr. Hagi Ben Artzi: 'Netanyahu also contributed to strengthening Hamas. The failure is huge – the rabbis were right, the generals failed.'