French President Emmanuel Macron condemns Israel’s plan to expand operations in Gaza City, urges the UN to launch a stabilization mission and pushes for a permanent ceasefire to end the war.
In an interview with Piers Morgan, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee defends Israel’s actions in Gaza, accusing Hamas of sabotaging food aid and manipulating media.
Norway’s sovereign wealth fund sells shares in 11 Israeli companies, citing the Gaza crisis. It will now manage Israeli investments in-house and end contracts with local managers.
EU condemns the deaths of five Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza, urging Israel to provide evidence for its claims that they were Hamas terrorists.
PM addresses the dedication of the Knesset Museum at Froumine House in Jerusalem. 'We are working to overcome the remnants of the Iranian axis and to free all of our hostages - the living and the deceased.'
PM reportedly adopts position of Minister Ron Dermer that the only deal that is acceptable is a deal in which all of the hostages are released.
US President tells Israeli media that Hamas "cannot stay" in Gaza, stresses it is important to "remember October 7th."
'IDF is ready to take control of Gaza, we are on the brink of a new phase in the current war,' says IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, emphasizing the importance of achieving goals and maintaining readiness.
Evidence obtained by the Daily Wire disproves account of former GHF worker who claimed to have witnessed IDF forces kill a boy in May, including his stepmother's claim he was alive and only went missing in July.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu clarifies remarks from Sunday's press conference, underlines commitment to all hostages - both living and deceased.
IDF eliminates Hamas sniper who injured IDF soldier; artillery swoops in to eliminate terrorists, aiding ground troops.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich accused PM Netanyahu of caving to pressure over Gaza, warning the cabinet’s decision risks halting the war and abandoning hostages.
Senator Bernie Sanders criticizes PM Netanyahu, claiming recent policies have made Israel "almost a pariah state" globally. While recognizing Israel's right to defend itself, Sanders blames Netanyahu government for worsening Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the media about the continuation of the fighting and the Cabinet’s decision to take control of Gaza.
UN Assistant Secretary-General warns against Israel’s plan to take over Gaza City: If these plans are implemented, they will likely trigger another calamity in Gaza.
Tzvika Mor, father of hostage Eitan Mor, urges that the goal of military operations must be to defeat Hamas, not to push for negotiations.
Hi-tech companies to allow employees to join strike showing 'solidarity' with hostages' families, hope to bring Histadrut into group of strikers.
In letter to Prime Minister and Cabinet, leading Religious Zionist rabbis urge full reconquering of Gaza, emigration of the enemy, and Jewish resettlement of the area.
Two leaders discussed Israel's plans to seize the remaining Hamas strongholds in Gaza to end the war through the release of hostages and the defeat of Hamas.
New poll shows clear majority on Israeli Right in favor of continuing war until Hamas is defeated and hostages returned - even if it means giving up temporary deals.
Justice Khaled Kabub gives state until Aug. 24 to explain how and to whom it must account for its decisions on ending fighting and securing hostage releases.
Hundreds of reserve soldiers and senior officers demand clear goals for war, including conquest and resettlement of Gaza. 'Just let us win.'
In English-language press conference, PM vows to finish Hamas’s defeat, rejects starvation claims, outlines post-war Gaza plan, and says Israel will win 'with or without the support of others.'
MK Simcha Rothman criticizes government's approach to hostage crisis, says if Hamas isn't defeated, hostages are at risk, stressing Hamas must view hostages as a burden, not an asset.
Deputy Foreign Minister MK Sharren Haskel responds to threats aimed at her family following her visit to the Temple Mount: 'Red lines have been crossed.'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded at the beginning of the Cabinet meeting to threats from right-wing parties to bring about the dissolution of the coalition if Hamas is not defeated in Gaza.
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.
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.
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.
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."
