Swords of Iron

EU advances measures against Israel

The European Union is presenting measures against Israel, including suspending bilateral assistance, imposing sanctions on ministers, and establishing a mechanism for Gaza reconstruction.

Watch: Another tower in Gaza City collapses

IAF strikes 'Tayibe 2' tower in Gaza City, after IDF Arabic spokesman orders residents to evacuate the area.

Israel casts doubt on results of Qatar strike

Israel's defense echelon expresses doubt over success of strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar.

IDF commander: 'Despite the pain, we will not stop'

Commander of IDF's 401st Brigade, which recently lost four soldiers in combat, stresses importance of continuing operations, promises to 'accomplish every mission.'

PM Netanyahu:

'Today, Israel and I have kept the promise'

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke about the attacks in Qatar at the American Independence Day event in Jerusalem, declaring 'At the beginning of the war, I promised that none of them would escape, and we are systematically eliminating them.'

Israel wants to end the war

Israel adopts Trump's proposal

During a meeting with Croatian PM Andrej Plenković, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar stated that Israel was interested in ending the war in accordance with President Trump’s initiative and the principles set by Israel's Security Cabinet.

Sister of fallen soldier:

'A great loss, he was an amazing guy with big dreams'

Yael Cotal, sister of Sergeant Gadi Cotal, who fell in Gaza City, says that, 'he was always giving to others, the best are always taken.'

Ahead of intense operations

IDF orders evacuation of the entire Gaza City

IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee called on residents of Gaza City to evacuate immediately, warning the IDF 'will operate in the Gaza City area with great force.'

UK government:

'Israel’s Gaza actions do not meet genocide definition'

UK says Israel’s actions in Gaza do not constitute genocide, but urges Israel to reduce suffering of Gazans.

Report:

Qatar PM presses Hamas to accept US ceasefire-hostage deal

Qatar’s PM urges Hamas to “respond positively” to a US-backed Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal during talks in Doha.

Terror infrastructure targeted

IDF strikes another Hamas-used high-rise in Gaza

IDF strikes a Gaza high-rise used by Hamas for terror operations, including an underground hub. Precautions taken to minimize civilian harm, including warnings and precision targeting.

PM at Air Force Command Center

'We've taken down 50 terrorist high-rises'

PM Netanyahu says at the Air Force Command Center: 'In the last two days, we have taken down 50 terrorist high-rises, and this is only the beginning of the ground operation in Gaza City. I say to the residents of Gaza: You have been warned; Get out of there!'

Watch:

Another Gazan high-rise housing Hamas crumbles

According to the IDF, Hamas terrorists planted intelligence gathering means, explosive devices, and positioned observation posts in the building.

IDF strikes 4th Gaza City high-rise used by Hamas in as many days

The military states that terrorists responsible for installing the intelligence gathering means and explosive devices have been operating in the area near the building and have used it throughout the war to plan and advance terror attacks against IDF forces.

Focusing on Gaza and counterterrorism:

Chief of Staff holds situational assessment

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir holds situational assessment following deadly terror attack in Jerusalem.

In just 30 minutes: Three UAVs from Yemen intercepted by IAF

Three UAVs from Yemen intercepted by IAF within a span of half an hour early Monday afternoon. No injuries reported.

Poll:

Israelis set red lines on war in Gaza

The JPPI September index indicates a clear majority against Hamas rule and against a full withdrawal from Gaza, but shows Israelis are willing to consider a deal to secure the release of hostages.

Defense Min. to Hamas: 'Powerful hurricane will hit Gaza City'

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Hamas of 'powerful hurricane' unless they lay down their weapons, release the hostages.

'This is my last warning'

President Trump's proposal for a comprehensive deal with Hamas

The proposal would see all 48 hostages released on the first day, along with terrorists and Palestinian Arab detainees.

IDF strikes high-rise building used by Hamas in Gaza City

IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee warned residents of the Al-Ruya building in Gaza City to evacuate due to the presence of Hamas terrorist infrastructure inside or near it.

Watch:

IDF destroys tunnel route in Zeitoun

The Nahal Brigade, under the command of the 99th Division, located a Hamas operations room in a terror tunnel that spanned hundreds of meters.

High Court:

Prison Service must ensure adequate food for security prisoners

The High Court accepted a petition by the Association for Civil Rights: The Prison Service must ensure adequate nutrition for security prisoners, even during wartime.

Netanyahu

'I choose victory'

PM addresses the diplomatic price Israel is paying in its fight against the Hamas terrorist organization during the weekly Cabinet meeting.

Haaretz Journalist:

'Israel is committing war crimes'

Journalist Ehud Ein-Gil said that Israel is committing war crimes, comparing attempts to deny hunger in Gaza to denials during the Warsaw Ghetto period.

Huckabee

'Disastrous consequences' from countries recognizing Palestine

US Ambassador to Israel tells BBC the unilateral recognition of Palestine caused Hamas to stop negotiating the release of the hostages and violated the Oslo Accords.

Iair Horn bursts into tears:

'There was an enormous explosion, I prayed my brother was okay'

Hamas captivity survivor Iair Horn, whose brother Eitan is still held captive in Gaza, bursts into tears at an event in Carmei Gat, telling of the enormous explosion he heard at night.

Minister Ben-Gvir:

'Capture Gaza and encourage emigration'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was interviewed on Saturday night on Meet the Press and addressed the conquest of Gaza, the worsening of conditions for terrorists in prisons and the propaganda videos Hamas distributes.

Mother of hostage:

'I was updated that my son is in immediate danger'

Anat Angrest, mother of hostage Matan, reported that she received a phone update yesterday saying her son is 'in immediate danger.'

Report: Clothes hanging on clotheslines helped locate terrorists

Hamas security wing warns terrorists to stay alert to Israeli surveillance methods.

Enormous flag at Hostages Square: 'Trump, save the hostages now!'

At demonstration in Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, protesters fly enormous flag calling on US President Donald Trump to act to free the hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza.

IDF strikes multi-story building used by Hamas for terror

IDF strikes multi-story building in Sheikh Radwan neighborhood of Gaza City, explains terrorists placed intelligence-gathering equipment on the building, set up observation posts.

Terrorist who bragged about murdering 10 Israelis is eliminated

Terrorist who boasted about using a murdering a Jewish woman and her husband, killing 10 Jews 'with his bare hands,' is eliminated in Gaza.

First sign of life:

Ohel family greenlights publication of Alon Ohel's image

The image shows Alon with Guy Gilboa Dalal, 701 days into captivity; family warns of severe eye injury and calls for international action.

Report:

Netanyahu blocked one-phase plan to end war, free hostages

According to Kan 11 News, in May 2024, IDF proposed a deal to free all hostages and defeat Hamas. Netanyahu rejected it, calling it a “defeat”.

Alon Ohel’s family:

'Alon has lost sight in his right eye'

Family of hostage Alon Ohel responds to the video showing him which was released by Hamas: No law permits holding an injured civilian without treatment. The responsibility lies with Hamas leadership.

IDF strikes multi-story building in Gaza City

IDF confirms: High-rise building used by Hamas to advance and execute attacks on IDF troops targeted in military strike. 'Steps were taken to minimize harm to civilians,' reported IDF source.

Psychological terrorism:

Hamas publishes video of two hostages

Hamas publishes video of hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal and additional hostage, as part of effort to pressure Israel and prevent conquest of Gaza City.

IDF warns: Hamas hiding in multi-story buildings

IDF warns of upcoming strike on Gaza City structures converted to terrorist infrastructure, including cameras, observation command centers, sniper and anti-tank firing positions, command and control compounds.

Defense Minister: Gates of hell have opened in Gaza

IDF issues first evacuation warning for multi-story terror building in Gaza, ahead of strike.

Hamas terrorist who funded the war eliminated

In joint IDF-ISA operation, security forces eliminate Nur al-Din Dabbaghsh, who worked in Hamas’ finance department and transferred tens of millions of dollars to the organization’s military wing.

Hostage's brother: 'We need to execute terrorists'

Idan Baruch, brother of kidnapped and murdered hostage Ariel Baruch, says there is no place to discuss terrorists' prison conditions, urges executing them instead. 'That's the minimum in a functional country.'

Ahead of IDF operations:

Hamas prepares executions in Gaza

Hamas’s internal security apparatus reports plans to execute collaborators with Israel in the Gaza Strip.

South Sudan:

'No agreement to accept Gazans or US convicts'

South Sudan again denies plans to accept Palestinian Arabs from Gaza or US deportees, citing no deals with Israel or Washington amid rising internal unrest.

Hamas's plan to undermine Israel's legitimacy

The terrorist organization is seeking to prevent civilians from evacuation in an attempt to maximize civilian casualties so that there will be more international pressure on Israel.

IDF Spokesperson:

'IDF now controls 40% of Gaza City'

Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin provides update on Israel’s intensified operations against the Hamas terrorist organization in Gaza City.

Gazan boy found alive, debunking viral death lie

GHF confirms eight-year-old Gazan boy falsely reported dead by ex-contractor is alive and safe, after weeks-long search exposes fabricated claims and media missteps.

NSC official:

Public will be shaken up by findings of Oct. 7 investigation

State Comptroller demands National Security Council officials receive preliminary findings on October 7 failures, staff refuse over leak concerns.

Security officials warn:

Aid truck inspections not airtight, smuggled items reach Hamas

Defense echelon warns of failures in process of inspecting aid trucks entering Gaza for smuggled items, amount of equipment reaching Hamas rising in parallel to increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza.

IDF:

This is how senior Hamas officials ate in the tunnels

The IDF has released images from Hamas tunnels in Rafah showing the group's commanders dining on lavish meals while the population went hungry.

Hostage's mother: The moment G-d wills it, they'll release him

Miri Ben-Haim, mother of hostage Yosef Haim Ohana, tries to remain optimistic, says she feels she must be strong - to give her son strength during his time in Hamas captivity.

'Murderers and criminals':

Gazan school principal denounces Hamas

Saad al-Maschal, a former school principal from Gaza, accuses Hamas of killing his son and warns that Hamas is plotting against Gazans and their property.

Defense Minister:

Houthis resumed firing, we'll complete the Ten Plagues

Defense Minister Israel Katz responds to increase in Houthi missile launches, warns more retribution to come.

IDF doubts capturing Gaza City will dislodge Hamas

An IDF representative in the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee said the significance of capturing the city is mainly symbolic and noted that about 800,000 people remained there, according to IDF estimates.

The note found on the body of Yahya Sinwar

Following Yahya Sinwar’s elimination in Rafah, a note found in his pocket revealed a detailed sketch of the tunnel network beneath the Tel al-Sultan neighborhood.

Before Gaza City op

Hamas says it is ready to discuss comprehensive deal

As the IDF prepares for Operation Gideon's Chariots 2 in Gaza City, the Hamas terrorist organization stated that it is prepared to negotiate on a comprehensive deal to end the war.

Chief of Staff

'We're in a decisive period, IDF’s presence is felt strongly'

At the Technology and Logistics Directorate Change of Command Ceremony today, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated: 'The war will not end until the mission is complete: the return of all our hostages and the defeat of Hamas.'

Special interview

Nate Buzz: 'Obligated to be a voice of reason'

Nathaniel Buzolic sat down with Arutz Sheva to speak about firsthand experiences from thr ground, his battle against global misinformation, and the calls for Jews to hold on to hope, truth, and love.

Famine report

Israel: IPC response to criticism 'doubles down on distortions'

Jerusalem disputes the IPC's defense of its Gaza famine classification, accusing the body of methodological bias, data manipulation, and selective reporting in its latest response.

'All 20, not 2, 5, or 7'

Trump's message to Hamas: 'Things will change rapidly'

US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to call on the Hamas terrorist organization to release all 20 living Israeli hostages.

New study debunks the 'genocide' libel

A new report published by the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem find that those making the genocide accusation against Israel often rely on false data and ignore Hamas's actions.