Swords of Iron

Defense Min. signs $200M deal for Israeli-made aerial munitions

Israel boosts military readiness with major Elbit contract aimed at strengthening domestic weapons production and long-term security independence.

Gaza: Two terrorists eliminated after approaching IDF troops

Gaza terrorists eliminated after nearing demarcation line in Gaza, approaching IDF troops.

IDF eliminates terrorist who infiltrated Nir Oz on Oct. 7

Khamis Muhammad Khamis Qassas, who infiltrated Nir Oz on the morning of the October 7 massacre and led attacks against Israel throughout the war, is eliminated after violating ceasefire.

Kfir Brigade:

Bereaved brother who became a fighter follows his brother's path

Emmanuel, the brother of Gary Lalhruaikima Zolat, of blessed memory, who fell during operational activity, recently enlisted in the IDF in order to continue his brother’s path.

Severe claims:

IDF worked to erase October 7th footage

A report reveals a special IDF unit gathered and controlled footage from the October 7 massacre, with claims some materials never reached families.

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Captivity survivor prays for the State of Israel

Survivor of Hamas captivity Emily Damari recites the Prayer for the Welfare of the State of Israel at Masa's international ceremony for Israel's Memorial Day.

Special 60 Minutes interview

'The pain is constant': Hersh's mother speaks

When Hamas abducted her son Hersh, Rachel Goldberg-Polin became the face of the hostage crisis in Israel. Since his murder, she says she has learned that the constant pain of grief is a 'badge of love.' "60 Minutes" is the m

Parents reveal:

Oriya fell in attempt to rescue Bibas family

Parents of fallen soldier SSGT Oriya Ayimalk Goshen reveal to Arutz Sheva that their son fell in Operation Red Heart, which aimed to rescue the Bibas family from captivity in Gaza.

Smuggling truck to Gaza

IDF Lieutenant charged with aiding the enemy

An IDF officer is indicted for allegedly smuggling goods into Gaza for millions, facing charges including aiding the enemy and taking bribes.

Smotrich: Gaza should become a Jewish city

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visits Sderot yeshiva, calls for Jewish resettlement of Gaza.

Podcast with grandmother

Freed hostage bursts into tears

Hamas captivity survivor Romi Gonen interviews her grandmother on her new podcast, V1, bursts into tears during interview after hearing that her grandmother has not slept since October 7.

Emily Damari's revenge on the terrorist who held her captive

Captivity survivor Emily Damari shares how she avenged her captor's abuse of fellow hostage Romi Gonen. 'They didn't think anyone would get revenge on them in that way.'

IDF eliminates three Hamas commanders

IDF eliminates a commander in Hamas’ communications unit, two additional production unit commanders eliminated in separate strike.

Bereaved families: Hamas disarmament failed, it's time to win

Dozens of bereaved families pen harsh letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, warn Hamas has had time to regroup.

Encouragement under fire:

Rabbi Aviner enters Gaza to support troops

Rabbi Shlomo Aviner entered the combat zones in Gaza to deliver classes and inspirational speeches to the troops, and to give them encouragement to keep fighting.

Holocaust row: Israel slams South Korean president

South Korean president compares IDF actions to the Holocaust, drawing Israel condemnation.

'It will be good here'

The Holocaust survivor and her great-grandson who fell in battle

President Herzog recounts the story of a Holocaust survivor and her great-grandson who fell in Gaza, highlighting resilience, loss, and continuity.

Terrorist involved in killing of 21 soldiers eliminated

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated a Hamas terrorist cell that was planning to carry out an attack against IDF forces in the central Gaza Strip. Among those eliminated was a terrorist who was involved in the building collapse disaster in which 21 fighters were killed.

Training in Be’eri:

Preparing communities to prevent the next Oct. 7

Watch: Within the burnt ruins of Kibbutz Be’eri, Magen 48 trains local security teams for the next October 7th.

Report: Sharp rise in distress among Holocaust survivors

Around 50 Holocaust survivors were injured in their homes during the recent campaign against Iran, others struggle with constant fear due to lack of adequate shelter during sirens.

Bricks are not a memorial site:

Gat family home in Kibbutz Be'eri demolished

Gat family home in Be’eri demolished during rehabilitation efforts after 10/7 massacre, with the family choosing to commemorate their loved ones through a new social initiative.

Hamas, Gaza 'Peace Council' hold talks in Cairo

Hamas terror group refusing to discuss ceasefire's second stage until first stage is fully implemented.

Has Trump's 'Peace Council' reached its end?

US President Donald Trump's 'Peace Council' for Gaza has received only a small fraction of the monies promised to it.

'Anti-Israel obsession'

Israel bans Spain from Trump Plan Gaza coordination center

Israel announces Spain’s exclusion from the CMCC under President Trump’s plan, citing Madrid’s anti-Israel stance and harm to strategic interests. Netanyahu: 'I am not willing to tolerate this hypocrisy and hostility.'

Gaza:

IDF eliminates two terrorists who threatened troops

In southern Gaza, the IDF eliminated a Kata’ib al-Mujahideen terrorist who monitored troop activity, and in northern Gaza, troops eliminated a Nukhba terrorist, who had carried out numerous attacks.

Hundreds of thousands in cash

How a network involving senior officers smuggled goods into Gaza

The Southern District Attorney's Office filed a serious indictment against a Rahat resident and senior IDF commanders, for aiding the enemy in war and smuggling goods into Gaza during wartime.

Security forces eliminate Oct 7 terrorist, 3 Hamas terrorists

IDF and ISA forces eliminate Islamic Jihad terrorist who infiltrated Kibbutz Nir Oz during the October 7 massacre, planned attack on IDF troops.

Terrorist who posed as Al Jazeera journalist is eliminated

IDF confirms death of Muhammad Samir Muhammad Washah, a key terrorist in Hamas’ rocket and weapons production headquarters.

Captivity survivor to undergo foot surgery

Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen to undergo foot surgery, asks public to pray he will be able to stand under wedding canopy and break traditional glass.

IDF eliminates Hamas weapons smuggler in central Gaza

Terrorist Ali Ahmad Ali Amrain, involved in supplying weapons for terror attacks, killed in precision strike.

Chilling stories from captivity:

'I saw death before my eyes, G-d was with me'

Former hostage Rom Braslavski recounts near-death moments, a failed suicide attempt, and unwavering faith during brutal Hamas captivity in Gaza.

IDF eliminates terror cell threatening troops in northern Gaza

Forces identify and carry out precision strike on cell operating near troops; IDF says operations continue under ceasefire to neutralize immediate threats.

IDF eliminates key Hamas naval terrorist

Ibrahim al-Khaldi, who served as a source of expertise while planning and advancing maritime terror attacks, was eliminated in the area of Nuseirat.

IDF eliminates armed Hamas terrorists in central Gaza

Hamas cell operating in northern Gaza violates ceasefire agreement, is eliminated by IDF troops.

Watch: Gaza Division's largest exercise since October 7 massacre

Under fire and while fighting in Gaza, IDF's Gaza Division holds largescale, comprehensive exercise focusing on response to multi-casualty incidents, combined enemy attacks.

Lt. Col. S's transformation

The commander who gave up an overseas career to build a new unit

When the October 7 massacre occurred and the war with Hamas broke out, Lt. Col. (res.) “S" was working in a prestigious position abroad-but he decided to return to Israel and establish a battalion tasked with defending the eastern sector.

IDF eliminates armed Hamas cell in central Gaza

IDF troops eliminate group of armed Hamas terrorists traveling in an SUV in central Gaza.

Post-October 7th:

Hamas rebuilding rapidly in Gaza

Despite heavy damage during the post-October 7th war, Hamas continues to recruit operatives, rebuild tunnels, and assert control over civilian life in Gaza, raising concerns along the Israeli border.

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Four terrorists eliminated in northern Gaza

In two separate incidents, IDF forces identified armed Hamas terrorists approaching troops and worked to eliminate the threat.

Khan Yunis Brigade commander eliminated in Gaza

IDF and ISA eliminate Hamas’ Khan Yunis Brigade military intelligence commander.

Israeli group facilitated charter flights evacuating Gazans

Report: Israeli group quietly organized charter flights evacuating Palestinians from Gaza.

IDF eliminates key figure in Hamas' efforts to rebuild

IDF eliminates terrorist Yahya Abu Labda, responsible for transporting equipment used by Hamas during the October 7th attack.

Survey:

Arab Israelis oppose Iran strike as Jewish support soars

JPPI survey finds strong Israeli support for the Iran strike, record trust in President Trump on US-Israel relations, and a majority backing time for his Gaza plan.

Report:

Hamas taking advantage of Iran war to regain control in Gaza

Gazans cited by Kan News said Hamas is exploiting the war with Iran to deepen its control, intimidate opponents and restore extortion networks.

Chilling photo:

Orphaned boy marks third birthday at father's grave

Shaked Meir, whose father David Meir was killed during the battle for Kibbutz Be'eri on October 7, marks first haircut at his father's gravesite on Mount Herzl.

Footage from Gaza: Terrorists fire - and are eliminated

Armed terrorists attempted to harm IDF forces in Gaza, but were eliminated before they could cause harm, IDF says.

Metula resident: 'We're like sitting ducks'

Tamira Lang, resident of Metula who remained even when her community evacuated, warns northern settlements are in danger without a buffer zone. 'People simply won't stay here.'

Soldier dances for hasidic rebbe, moves hasidim

Rabbi Hananel Elran, who teaches at Religious Zionist yeshivas and serves in the Binyamin region, tells of the warmth of Karlin hasidim and their support for soldiers since the start of the war.

Widow of fallen IDF soldier announces engagement

Gal Moreno, widow of Itai who fell in Zikim battle in the early days of the Swords of Iron war, announces engagement.

Middle East a safter place

IDF: Elimination of top Iranian terror axis officials complete

Elimination of Ali Khamenei in Tehran constitutes the culmination of a sustained effort to eliminate the senior leadership of the Iranian terror axis over the past two and a half years.

These are Israel's demands of Hamas

Lebanese report says Israel is demanding full disarmament, tunnel maps, and exclusion of Hamas from future Gaza security structures.

Dr. Kedar to Arutz Sheva:

Iran takes Israel more seriously than they do the US

Dr. Mordechai Kedar says Iran does not feel threatened by President Trump’s remarks and argues only a clear ultimatum would deter Tehran.

Watch: IDF dismantles terror tunnels in Beit Hanoun

IDF's 98th Division clears 'yellow line' area in Beit Hanoun of weapons and terror infrastructure; terrorists near IDF forces, violating ceasefire.

Suspicion:

Senior Shin Bet figure involved in smuggling goods to Gaza

Senior Shin Bet official suspected of involvement in smuggling goods to Gaza in exchange for large sums of money, report says.

Watch: Haredi battalion completes beret march with shofar-blowing

50 kilometers of faith and remembrance: Netzach Yehuda soldiers complete final beret march in memory of comrades who fell in the war in Gaza.

Hallel and Yagel Yaniv:

IDF soldier dedicates destruction of Gaza tunnel

An IDF soldier dedicated the destruction of a tunnel shaft in northern Gaza to the memory of his cousins, Hallel and Yagel Yaniv, who were murdered in a terrorist attack three years ago.

State Comptroller

Home Front failues during the war

A series of comprehensive reports examines the readiness of the authorities, evacuations in the south and north, reception, education, welfare, financial aid, and information management.

Eliya Cohen shares footage of his return to Israel

One year after his release, Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen shares new footage from the helicopter which brought him to an Israeli hospital following his return to Israel.

Gaza terrorists violate ceasefire - again

In third incident in three days, Gaza terrorists violate ceasefire, threatening IDF forces.

Mid-war:

Report: AG takes aim at Shin Bet chief's freedom of action

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's office preparing legal opinion to ban Shin Bet chief David Zini from dealing with Gaza-related issues, journalist Yaakov Bardugo reports.