Swords of Iron

Witkoff:

'Hamas’s initial response sounds very positive'

Trump’s Middle East envoy expresses optimism that the President’s plan for Gaza can be implemented: I'm very optimistic. I've met people on both sides and this needs to end.

Al Jazeera:

Hamas promises mediators to seriously review Trump’s plan

Hamas terrorist organization receives Trump’s plan to end the war from mediators, says it will review it seriously.

President Herzog:

'Trump’s Gaza proposal offers real hope'

President Herzog endorses Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calling it a path to ending the war, freeing hostages, and forging a new regional partnership.

Support for Trump’s plan

Hostage families: This is an evening of hope

Hostage families from the Tikva Forum and the Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters welcome statements by Trump and Netanyahu, emphasize the need to defeat Hamas, and call for the release of all hostages.

'Greatest day ever in civilization'

Netanyahu and Trump address the press on Gaza peace plan

US President Donald Trump meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, shares new proposal for ending the Israel-Hamas war.

The full plan

President Trump's comprehensive plan to end Gaza war

Proposal outlines immediate ceasefire, hostage release, aid deployment, and long-term reconstruction under international oversight

Five IDF soldiers severely wounded in battle in Gaza

Five soldiers were seriously wounded in a clash with terrorists who infiltrated their position in Gaza City. Six others sustained light injuries during the evacuation.

IDF, Shin Bet eliminate Hamas Zeitun Battalion deputy commander

Musa Shaldan served as company commander during the infiltration into Israel on October 7th, and was one of the leading figures behind the launching of incendiary balloons toward Israeli territory.

Doha strike

Segal: The most successful failed assassination in history

Channel 12 analyst links dramatic shift in Qatari mediation stance to Israeli operation, outlines possible political fallout from pending hostage deal.

WH Pres. Sec. on Gaza deal:

Both sides are going to leave unhappy

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that both Israel and Hamas will have to concede to end the war.

Ben Gvir's demand to PM

'Hamas defeat and full control over Gaza'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir spoke with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Netanyahu’s meeting with US President Donald Trump, demanding the complete dismantling of Hamas.

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Injured soldier pulls off prosthetic leg in message to Netanyahu

Injured IDF soldier Ophir Engelsman demands War against Hamas continue to victory. 'We were not wounded in vain; we did not lose limbs — arms, legs — for us to go and surrender to the enemy.'

Smotrich's boundaries for the Netanyahu-Trump summit

Finance Minister Smotrich presents six boundaries ahead of the White House meeting between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump.

Wounded Soldiers To PM:

'Don't stab us in the back'

Hundreds of wounded IDF soldiers wrote to the Prime Minister not to adopt a plan that would lead to ending the fighting without a decisive defeat of Hamas.

Gaza City:

Terrorist eliminated after firing mortars towards IDF soldiers

IDF troops strike over 140 terror targets, eliminate terrorists who attempted to harm forces, and destroy weapons storehouse.

Givati Brigade spots IED trap with a drone

During a sweep of a multi-story terrorist structure, a booby-trapped explosive device was identified on the sixth floor by a UAV.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'Intelligence Directorate is undergoing a paradigm shift'

IDF Chief LTG Eyal Zamir praised Unit 9900 and the Intelligence Directorate for implementing reforms prioritizing early warnings, citing lessons from October 7.

Terrorist who led massacre in roadside shelter eliminated

Hasan Hussein commanded the brutal massacre carried out in the bomb shelter on Route 232 in Re’im during Hamas’ brutal October 7th massacre.

Netanyahu on Fox News:

Israel working with US on plan to end Gaza war

Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed Israel is working with President Trump’s team to finalize a plan to end the war in Gaza, disarm Hamas, and free Israeli hostages.

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IDF spots and kills terrorist planting IED near APC

Today (Sunday), Israeli forces identified a terrorist who tried to plant an IED near a Namer APC. He was targeted and killed on the spot.

VP Vance:

Trump wants Gaza, West Bank to be ruled by people who live there

Vice President JD Vance said he was optimistic about a deal being reached to end the war.

Trump:

'Real chance for greatness in the Middle East'

US President Donald Trump took to social media to hint at plans for improving the situation in the Middle East.

Watch

Terrorists who fired anti-tank missiles eliminated in Gaza City

Golani Brigade forces identified five terrorists who fired anti-tank missiles at the building they were in. An IAF aircraft quickly eliminated the terrorists.

Hostage's aunt:

'Being cautiously optimistic'

Chana Cohen, aunt of Inbar Hyman, murdered in Hamas captivity, shared her difficult feelings on PM's speech and Trump's plan, 'Netanyahu did not even mention their names at the UN.'

Report:

Trump plan calls for destruction of Hamas’s offensive weaponry

The Washington Post reports that Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan calls for the destruction of Hamas’s offensive weaponry and offers amnesty to group members who “commit to peaceful co-existence.”

IDF eliminates terrorist who killed Yamam commander

Hamas terrorist behind Arnon Zamora’s killing eliminated in IDF-Shin Bet operation.

Two IDF soldiers moderately injured in Gaza

Two soldiers moderately injured in separate operational accidents in Gaza.

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.

Watch:

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.