Swords of Iron

Report:

This is what Steve Witkoff's latest ceasefire proposal looks like

According to Arabic media, the latest US proposal features a 60-day ceasefire in which 10 living hostages and 18 bodies would be returned in 2 phases during the first week.

US Envoy to UN:

Palestinian state recognition would reward Hamas terror

Acting US Alternate Representative John Kelley criticizes antisemitism, denounces Hamas, and outlines US support for aid mechanisms that bypass terrorist groups

Cleared for publication:

David Libi, from Malachei Hashalom, fell in battle in Gaza

David Libi, a private contractor, was killed by an explosion while working to destroy terrorist infrastructure.

IDF dismantles major terror tunnel in southern Gaza security zone

Southern Gaza Brigade and Yahalom Unit uncover and destroy booby-trapped tunnel with multiple shafts; dozens of terrorists eliminated as IDF expands buffer zone to protect Israeli communities.

Footage from the field:

Nahal Brigade dismantles rocket launchers near Gaza school

As part of Operation 'Gideon's Chariots,' IDF troops eliminate terrorists, destroy long-range launchers hidden in civilian areas, including near a former school.

US envoy deal: 9 living hostages, 60-day ceasefire, IDF withdraws

US envoy Steve Witkoff’s plan includes release of nine hostages, 18 bodies, IDF pullback, and UN-managed aid to Gaza during talks to end the war.

Released Hostage:

'Terrorists were scared of Trump'

Released hostage Omer Shem Tov spoke about how Hamas terrorists were eager for Kamala Harris to win.

'Israel Is doomed to disappear'

Iran’s top adviser meets Hamas, Islamic Jihad

Iran's Ali Akbar Velayati voices full support for the 'axis of resistance,' calling the Gaza war a 'historic Islamic victory.'

Kerem Shalom Responder:

'We knew something was going to happen, where was the army?'

Roni Kisin, a member of the medical emergency team from Kerem Shalom, talks about the premonitions of the town before the massacre.

Ori Megidish recounts:

'I asked for signs from God - and received them'

The first hostage rescued from captivity, Ori Megidish, shares how her faith helped her survive and recalls the moment of her rescue when she shouted in Hebrew.

Italy urges Israel to halt Gaza war, citing 'unacceptable forms'

Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani calls for an immediate halt to Israel's assault on the Gaza Strip, deeming its forms "absolutely dramatic and unacceptable."

No longer afraid?

Hundreds of Gazans raid Hamas flour storehouses

Hundreds of Gazans broke into Hamas's al-Ghafari storehouses and looted bags of flour.

Witkoff:

We will send a new proposal for a deal, 'I have good feelings'

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff revealed that he will send a new proposal for a ceasefire and hostage deal later in the day to Israel and Hamas.

'Disproportionate use of force'

EU continues to pick sides against Israel

Kaja Kallas denounces Israeli military actions and civilian conduct, calls for ceasefire and renewed aid to Gaza.

Hamas claims:

'We reached agreement with US envoy on ceasefire deal'

After receiving criticism from Steve Witkoff for its response to his proprosals, Hamas claims to have agreed with US mediators on a general framework for a deal that would see the release of 10 hostages.

Netanyahu confirms: Mohammed Sinwar was eliminated

During a heated Knesset debate initiated by the opposition, Prime Minister Netanyahu rejected claims of government failure, highlighting military gains and vowing to return all hostages while accusing rivals of undermining the war effort for political gain.

Herzog to world leaders:

Silence is complicity in Hamas’ crimes

Speaking at an international conference in Jerusalem, President Herzog called for a united global front to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas and to confront the escalating wave of antisemitism worldwide.

IDF takes out rocket launcher used to fire at Kissufim

IDF strikes in Gaza eliminate terrorists, destroy rocket launcher used against Kissufim, and target underground infrastructure, sniper, and anti-missile posts.

Investigation:

Soldiers and civilians prevented disaster after IDF failed

The IDF has published the investigation into the battle of Kerem Shalom during the October 7th massacre.

Over Gaza

Germany shifts stance, threatens measures against Israel

Germany's foreign minister and chancellor issued their strongest rebuke yet against Israel, threatening unspecified measures and halting weapons exports used to violate humanitarian law in Gaza.

Netanyahu at IHRA Conference:

'Israel fights civilization's war against barbarism'

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses the IHRA Conference, warning that antisemitism is a virulent disease threatening all free societies, not just Jews.

Reserve officer severely wounded by sniper fire in Gaza

A reserve officer in the 924th Engineering Corps Battalion, 10th Brigade, was severely wounded by sniper fire during combat in the northern Gaza Strip.

Gaza Division Commander:

'If we don't kill the last Hamas leader, his people will'

Brigadier General Barak Hiram says Hamas's rule in Gaza is collapsing as it faces financial and leadership crises, which could lead to the people of Gaza overthrowing the terrorist regime themselves.

President Herzog: ‘The people of Israel have simply had enough’

In Be’er Sheva address, President calls for hostage return, national unity, and rule of law on eve of war's 600th day.

Report:

Civilians overrun, destroy Gaza aid distribution center

Thousands of Gazans broke into the aid distribution complex in Gaza; IDF fired warning shots to disperse the crowd and the American personnel withdrew.

Gazans begin receiving aid from distribution centers

2 centers in Tel al-Sultan and the Morag Corridor in the Rafah area began operating today and are distributing food packages to thousands of families in the Gaza Strip.

Milestone:

800th flight in strategic wartime logistics operation

Defense Ministry highlights critical role of international airlift in sustaining IDF operations, with over 90,000 tons of equipment delivered since war began.

YAMAM Officers Recount:

'We were the last line of defense for the town'

The YAMAM officers who fought in the battle of Mefalsim during the October 7th massacre tell about the fight to stop the invasion and rescue the kibbutz residents.

Hostage Negotiations:

Deal stalled over number of hostages to be released

An Egyptian channel reported that the disagreements primarily revolve around the number of living Israeli hostages and the deceased to be released in the first week of the deal.

The Battle for Mefalsim on October 7th

A year-long operational investigation has unveiled the harrowing details of the battle around Kibbutz Mefalsim, the Black Arrow memorial, and Sha'ar Hanegev Junction during the October 7th massacre.

Dozens of terrorists elimintated

36th Division leaves Rafah for Khan Yunis

IDF forces, including Golani, Armored, and Kfir Brigades, work alongside Yahalom troops to dismantle extensive terrorist networks and eliminate threats in the Gaza Strip’s Khan Yunis and Rafah areas.

Smotrich denies Lapid's claim Israel funding aid to Gaza

Finance Minister states, 'The State of Israel does not fund humanitarian aid for the citizens of Gaza. Period.'

Witkoff denies Hamas has agreed to hostage-ceasefire deal

Steve Witkoff calls Hamas’ response “disappointing and unacceptable,” stressing Israel’s acceptance of a temporary ceasefire and hostage deal is still on the table.

Netanyahu:

Our enemies understand the destruction they brought on themselves

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a special government meeting to mark Jerusalem Day in the City of David. The government called for the removal of obstacles to the appointment of David Zini to lead the ISA.

As fighting Intensifies:

IDF orders massive evacuation in southern Gaza

IDF calls on residents of Khan Yunis and surrounding areas to evacuate immediately amid unprecedented offensive targeting terrorist infrastructure.

Video from Gaza:

Terrorists meeting on the street eliminated in airstrike

Givati Brigade combat team begins operations in northern Gaza, targeting Hamas infrastructure; dozens of terrorists eliminated.

Across Gaza:

IDF intensifies strikes, sustains operational pressure

IDF forces, guided by intelligence, continue broad operations targeting terrorist sites; over 200 strikes in 48 hours hit weapons caches, sniper posts, tunnels, and key Hamas positions across Gaza.

IDF reports rocket launches from Gaza

Three rockets detected from southern Gaza, one intercepted by IDF.

Fake News:

AI images used to smear Israel

A widely circulated image reportedly showing the aftermath of an Israeli strike that killed nine children in Gaza has been exposed as an AI fake.

Report: Trump to announce ceasefire deal tied to hostage release

US President Donald Trump expected to announce Gaza ceasefire within days as part of a deal to release Israeli hostages and return of bodies, reports say.

IDF:

Gaza 75% under control in 2 months, Hamas leadership crumbling

IDF says it eliminated over 800 terrorists, now controls more than 40% of Gaza, aiming for full operational dominance over 75% of the territory while dismantling Hamas' core infrastructure.

Captivity survivor:

Before the IDF entered Rafah my captors deliberately starved me

At legal forum, hostage Omer Wenkert recounts 420 days of Hamas captivity marked by isolation, starvation, and abuse: 'They came to me once in never.'

Chief of Staff:

'Now is our time to defeat the Khan Yunis brigade'

During a high-level tour of Khan Yunis, Chief of the General Staff LTG Eyal Zamir, alongside top IDF commanders, conducted a strategic assessment as Operation Gideon’s Chariots intensifies.

Israeli Navy activity in Gaza:

Hamas naval commando who participated in massacre eliminated

The Israeli Navy, together with other bodies, eliminated Ahmad Al-Lahwani, who served as an operative in Hamas's naval commando unit and infiltrated through the Kerem Shalom Crossing.

Hamas: IDF Controls 77% of the Strip

Hamas claims that with the renewal of ground operations, Israel controls more than three-quarters of the Gaza Strip.

Watch:

Humanitarian aid trucks in Gaza looted amidst gunfire

Residents of Gaza City looted humanitarian aid trucks that arrived in the Al-Saraya area this morning, and an exchange of fire ensued.

Report:

US pressuring Israel to hold off on full-scale Gaza operation

The Trump administration has reportedly asked Israel to postpone the start of the full ground maneuver in Gaza by several days in order to exhaust the negotiations for an agreement.

Israeli Amb to US:

'Netanyahu wants victory because he carries weight of our people'

In interview with PragerU, Dr. Yehiel Leiter defends Prime Minister from accusations Netanyahu is prolonging the war for political gain.

Old photograph reused for claim of 9 dead children in Gaza

Israeli media run claim from Gaza that 9 children from 1 family were killed in an Israeli airstrike, but the photograph accompanying the claim was originally published in connection with a different alleged incident 2 months earlier.

A birthday in the darkness: Eitan Mor turns 25 in Hamas captivity

600 days after Eitan Mor was kidnapped to Gaza, his family marks his 25th with hope, prayer, and memories. 'He’s strong and encourages others,' says his father. 'We just want him back, whole in body and soul.

Senior Hamas official:

'The resistance's weapons are not open for negotiation'

In an interview with an Arab newspaper, a senior Hamas official clarifies that there are no contacts with Saudi Arabia or France regarding disarmament, emphasizing: "The resistance is a legitimate right."

Agam Berger to French FM:

'Diplomatic solutions won't work'

Hamas captivity survivor Agam Berger tells France's Foreign Minister that "diplomatic solutions" are futile against Hamas, stating, "it's us or them."

After rocket launchers:

IDF unleashes wave of strikes, destroys Gaza launcher

In a sweeping response to rocket attack, IDF eliminates terrorists, dismantles underground networks, and strikes over 100 targets in Gaza, including the launcher used in Friday’s attack on Israeli border towns.

Israelis targeted by fake calls of hostage cries, explosions

Disturbing anonymous calls playing hostage recordings and explosion sounds under investigation by Israel’s Cyber Directorate, authorities urge public to hang up, block suspicious numbers.

Report:

Hamas faces deep financial crisis, fails to pay terrorists

Saudi outlet Asharq Al-Awsat reports Hamas has not paid its military operatives for three months and is struggling to fund basic operations amid continued fighting in Gaza.

All in: IDF deploys entire Infantry and Armored forces into Gaza

In major escalation, IDF deploys all regular infantry and armored brigades into Gaza, including the Paratroopers Brigade; fighting focuses on northern Gaza and Khan Yunis.

'Buried In Rubble':

Freed hostage Edan Alexander’s shocking ordeal in Hamas captivity

Adi Alexander, father of freed hostage Edan Alexander, has revealed harrowing new details about his son's captivity in Gaza.

Report:

Intensive stage of Gaza maneuver to begin Sunday

Thousands of additional troops will enter Gaza, the civilian population will be evacuated from the northern Gaza Strip, and an American company will begin distributing aid at set distribution centers.

Gideon's Chariots

Dozens of terrorists eliminated, 200 terror targets destroyed

After operating in Lebanon, Syria, and Judea and Samaria, the 98th Division has returned to operate in Khan Yunis as part of Operation 'Gideon’s Chariots.'

Rare move: IDF publishes terrorists' locations

IDF reveals aerial photo marking Hamas positions near civilian sites in Deir al-Balah, urges residents to distance themselves from terror infrastructure.