Hostage families and families of the fallen from the October 7th attack announced that they plan to shut down the economy next Sunday, August 17th, in protest against the Cabinet's decision to conquer Gaza.
The IDF estimates that it will take two to three months to complete the takeover of Gaza, until December 2025 or January 2026.
MK Tzvi Sukkot echoes the stance presented by Minister Bezalel Smotrich against Netanyahu: "If we decide to abandon the war goals, it is an existential threat to the State of Israel."
Professor Asa Kasher, who authored the IDF’s ethical code, says that while some soldiers' conduct has been improper, accusations of genocide in Gaza are unfounded.
'The Prime Minister and the cabinet have succumbed to weakness, letting emotion override reason, and have once again decided to do more of the same.'
Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen recalls experience in captivity, says he lives with feelings of guilt every day. 'Make a deal that will bring everyone back.'
Dr. Bishara Bahbah, a mediator close to President Trump, says Israel and US left Doha talks too soon, claims gaps with Hamas were bridgeable and will now work independently.
Two nephews of Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya killed in Israeli artillery strike while returning home in Gaza.
During a Gaza tour with COGAT, Israeli journalist Natali Dadon documented vast amounts of aid left in the sun, accusing UN agencies of failing to distribute it.
White House envoy Steve Witkoff meets Qatari Prime Minister in Spain discuss a plan for ending the war, Israeli official notes such a deal would be unacceptable to Hamas and thus 'futile.'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio addresses the Gaza conflict, emphasizing that Israel must determine its security strategy and criticizing international moves that have emboldened the Hamas terrorist group.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney condemns Israel’s plan to take over part of Gaza, stating it would worsen the humanitarian crisis and endanger hostages.
Prime Minister Netanyahu clarifies Israel’s objectives in Gaza, stating the plan approved by the Cabinet aims to demilitarize Gaza, establish a peaceful civilian administration, and prevent future threats to Israel, while securing the release of hostages.
In heated confrontation Minister Orit Strock and MK Aryeh Deri debate potential deal to release hostages held by Hamas, Deri walks back support for Oslo Accords.
Chief of Staff, LTG Eyal Zamir, held a situational assessment in the Southern Command, with the participation of General Staff commanders; Smotrich blasts plan as dangerous and insufficient.
Germany won't approve transfer of military equipment to Israel, report claims.
Phone call between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump on July 28 escalates into shouting, US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff sent to coordinate positions on the humanitarian aid to Gaza.
IDF forces dismantled rocket launcher, uncover multiple rockets; in Khan Yunis troops dismantle terror infrastructure, eliminate terror cell.
Recent poll shows Likud largest party with 23 seats, a new party led by Gadi Eisenkot emerges as third-largest with 11 seats; survey reveals who Israelis blame for failure to reach ceasefire deal with Hamas.
Security Cabinet approves Prime Minister Netanyahu’s plan to conquer all of Gaza after more than 10 hours of debate. The IDF will take control of Gaza City while providing humanitarian aid. The plan aims to disarm Hamas, return hostages, and ensure Israeli security in Gaza.
The Hamas terrorist organization claims that significant progress was made toward a "final agreement" in the latest round of talks, but Netanyahu withdrew from the negotiations.
As the Security Cabinet debates a full Gaza takeover, Netanyahu vows to defeat Hamas, while IDF Chief Zamir warns the move could endanger hostages and troops alike.
Some of the families of hostages and demonstrators urge the government to strike a deal with Hamas and halt the war, as the Security Cabinet weighs a full Gaza occupation.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was interviewed this evening by Fox News and commented on the cabinet meeting and the decision expected to be made on the takeover of Gaza.
Givati Brigade commander: “We dealt a significant blow to Hamas’ Beit Hanoun battalion" over the last month.
A scathing article in Hamevaser calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu to halt military operation in Gaza, claiming State has no spiritual mandate to fight while persecuting Torah scholars.
Troops of the 401st Brigade eliminated dozens of terrorists and dismantled tunnel shafts and military structures used by the terrorist organizations in Daraj Tuffah.
Operation Gideon’s Chariots nearing completion, IDF committed to long-term security and ongoing effort to bring hostages home, IDF Chief of Staff says.
A new report shows how Unit 8200 created a system based on a Microsoft platform allowing storage of millions of Palestinian call recordings for military planning.
IDF intensifies operations in Gaza, focusing on dismantling tunnels and terror infrastructure in Khan Yunis, Jabaliya, and Tuffah and weakening Hamas and other terror groups.
Full takeover of Gaza necessary to defeat Hamas, would take only a few months, former IDF General Yiftah Ron-Tal says.
Arab affairs commentator Zvi Yehezkeli discusses the potential Israeli conquest of the Gaza Strip: "The fact that Hamas has been militarily weakened does not mean it is not winning in terms of public opinion."
Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty criticizes the international response to Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, describing it as a "shameful" situation and urging Western powers to increase pressure on Israel.
Finance Minister Smotrich responds to reports that a special budget has been allocated for humanitarian aid in Gaza: "The Gazans don’t interest me, we must continue until we achieve victory."
Following a security update by the Prime Minister, the Opposition Leader voiced his opposition to the plan to fully occupy the Gaza Strip. 'We will pay prices that are too great.'
Terrorists eliminated in Daraj Tuffah and Beit Hanoun; tunnel shafts, launchers, and weapons production sites destroyed in coordinated strikes.
A new investigation raises serious allegations against Anas Zayed Patia, a Gazan photographer accused of staging suffering scenes to serve Hamas propaganda.
Former Minister Yoaz Hendel urged the Israeli government to take drastic measures against Qatar and target Hamas leaders within its territory.
Holocaust survivors compare recent hostage videos to Nazi-era atrocities, describing the emaciated hostages as 'nearly Muselmänner.' Images 'take me back to the hell, the hunger, the fear,' Holocaust survivor says.
German club Düsseldorf cancels plans to sign Israeli striker Shon Weissman after fans protest his past Gaza-related posts. Weissman responds, calling October 7 a "black day" and affirming his loyalty to Israel: "Loyalty isn't up for debate."
Rivka Bohbot criticizes PM Netanyahu’s intention to expand operations in Gaza, warning it endangers the hostages. “Military force will only bring back bodies,” she said, urging a deal to secure their release.
The Times reports that British Air Force reconnaissance planes are flying over Gaza, with the aim of collecting intelligence and assisting Israel in locating hostages.
Tzuf Eshchar, widow of Rabbi Naaran Eshchar, who fell in Gaza in the Swords of Iron War, got engaged tonight to Amichai Weiss.
IDF Chief of Staff presents PM Netanyahu with options for the continuation of the war amid reports that the PM has decided that the IDF will conquer and occupy Gaza.
Haggai Angrest said the name Shachar was added to his son’s name with Rabbi Abuhatzeira’s blessing and urged the public to pray for the swift return of 'Matan Shachar ben Anat.'
Kfir Brigade soldiers are operating in southern Khan Yunis, where they uncovered a cache of weapons inside a building and destroyed an underground route approximately 2 kilometers long
Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke to recruits for the armored and combat engineering corps and reiterated that the goals of the war are "to release all our hostages, to ensure that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel."
Defense Minister Israel Katz stated during his visit to Gaza that he will ensure the IDF carries out all decisions by the Cabinet regarding the war.
The Prime Minister is expected to propose a plan for conquering the Gaza Strip, defeating Hamas, and returning the hostages - despite opposition from Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.
Israel has introduced a new system to boost humanitarian aid to Gaza, reducing dependency on international groups and tightly regulating private sector involvement.
Ilay, brother of hostage Evyatar David, spoke with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News about the recent Hamas video of his brother in captivity.
Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong says it's a “matter of when, not if”; opposition warns move could empower Hamas as PM Albanese pledges aid and seeks broader diplomatic role.
Following the criticism sparked by his comments on the artists' petition, Idan Amedi addresses the issue during the screening of a film documenting his recovery from an injury in Gaza.
Sources from the Prime Minister's office report that Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to conquer the Gaza Strip, against the position of the IDF, and will discuss it with the Cabinet.
Following Tisha B'Av, PM states, 'We are in the midst of an intense war, in which we have made very great, historic, achievements, because we have not been divided, because we have stood together and fought together.'
Tzvika Mor, whose son is held captive in Gaza, urges the Israeli government to decisively defeat Hamas and take full control of Gaza, 'victory, not surrender, is the only way to secure the release of hostages.'
Despite acknowledging the evil of Hamas and the plight of the hostages in recent psychological warfare videos, the French President refuses to back down from his plan to recognize a 'State of Palestine' next month.
A tent set up in Dizengoff Square is causing public outrage with lectures against Israel, fasting in support of Gaza residents, and propaganda aligning with Hamas narratives.
According to Arab sources, since the end of the last ceasefire, Hamas has had difficulty making independent decisions. Sources in the organization admitted that the assassinations of officials like Haniyeh and Sinwar left a leadership vacuum that has not been filled.
Singer and IDF reservist Idan Amedi, wounded in Gaza, blasted artists backing a ceasefire, calling them "privileged" and "disconnected," and urging them to "fight for a day" before judging.
