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Swords of Iron

News and updates about Swords of Iron

Months later

Hamas admits military leaders eliminated

For the first time, Hamas has admitted the elimination of its military spokesperson Abu Obaida and the deaths of other senior figures within the organization's leadership, including Raed Saad and Mohammad Sinwar.

Hamas admits military leaders eliminated

Pollard to Arutz Sheva:

Polls are wrong, Israelis want to return to Gaza

In an Arutz Sheva interview at the Knesset, Jonathan Pollard says Israelis favor resettling Gaza, urging decisive leadership and an Israel-first policy on security.

Polls are wrong, Israelis want to return to Gaza

Bereaved families to Trump: Ensure Hamas' total destruction

Bereaved families pen letter to US President Donald Trump, demanding he not compel Israel to progress second stage of Gaza ceasefire until Hamas is completely destroyed and the last hostage returned.

Bereaved families to Trump: Ensure Hamas' total destruction

Revealed:

The document that led Sinwar to carry out the Oct. 7 massacre

Newly-exposed Hamas intelligence document recommended preparing for an unexpected attack to disrupt Israel's deterrence strategy.

The document that led Sinwar to carry out the Oct. 7 massacre

Hamas demands Palestinian Arab committee to govern Gaza

A senior Hamas official says the terror organization has asked the US administration to pressure the prime minister to implement all clauses of the ceasefire agreement.

Hamas demands Palestinian Arab committee to govern Gaza

Captivity survivor:

Rabbi Druckman’s teachings gave me strength during captivity

Hamas captivity survivor Agam Berger describes how she miraculously received a prayer book and summary of Rabbi Haim Druckman's book during her time in captivity. 'It came at the moment when I did not expect it, and gave us strength.'

Rabbi Druckman’s teachings gave me strength during captivity

Since the Disengagement:

Massive intelligence failure in Gaza

Since the 2005 Disengagement from Gaza, the ISA and Israeli intelligence have not had any significant informers in Hamas leadership, and thwarted other Israeli intelligence agencies' efforts in Gaza.

Massive intelligence failure in Gaza

Research proves: Qatar is not a mediator, but an enemy of Israel

New research reveals Qatar not a neutral mediator or humanitarian player, but an active partner in Hamas' October 7 massacre and plans to destroy Israel.

Research proves: Qatar is not a mediator, but an enemy of Israel

Bereaved families demand:

No rebuilding of Gaza before Hamas defeat, last hostage returned

During a protest held this evening by bereaved families outside the cabinet meeting in Jerusalem, the demonstrators called on the prime minister not to yield to pressure.

No rebuilding of Gaza before Hamas defeat, last hostage returned

IDF bids farewell to the name 'Swords of Iron'

In accordance with the government’s decision, the Chief of Staff instructed the IDF to stop using the name "Swords of Iron" and to switch to "War of Redemption."

IDF bids farewell to the name 'Swords of Iron'

Captivity survivor:

'Hamas admits that the protests helped them'

Hamas captivity survivor Eitan Mor reveals Hamas' military knowledge, stresses, 'They know more than most soldiers.'

'Hamas admits that the protests helped them'

Defense Minister:

'Israel will never leave the territory of Gaza'

Minister Israel Katz assured that even after returning the Gaza Strip to Arab control, Israel will continue to hold a buffer zone inside the enclave.

'Israel will never leave the territory of Gaza'

IDF Chief recounts:

How the decision was made to strike Iran

During the IAF Pilots' Course graduation, IDF Chief of Staff Zamir recounted the moments leading up to the historic Operation Rising Lion.

How the decision was made to strike Iran

Draft Law:

Who has the ability to defer yeshiva students' service?

Legal adviser warns proposed Draft Law lacks criteria for when Defense Minister may exempt yeshiva students; haredi MK slams focus on appeasing Supreme Court.

Who has the ability to defer yeshiva students' service?

Clear ceasefire violation:

Golani officer injured by explosive device in Gaza

Hamas terror group violates Gaza ceasefire agreement, detonates explosive device against IDF forces in Rafah. 'Israel will respond accordingly.'

Golani officer injured by explosive device in Gaza

IDF admits:

Tens of millions of dollars flowed to Hamas over the past year

IDF Arabic spokesman Avichay Adraee says tens of millions of dollars are being sent to Hamas' military wing, despite the ongoing war.

Tens of millions of dollars flowed to Hamas over the past year

AI:

Hostage Ran Gvili addresses President Trump in AI video plea

An AI video shows hostage Staff Sgt. Ran Gvili personally appealing to Trump to bring him home from Gaza. 'I’m asking you to see this through… bring me home before it's too late.' His mother described hearing his voice as 'both emotional and sad.'

Hostage Ran Gvili addresses President Trump in AI video plea

Smotrich:

'Dismantle PA, apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

Finance Minister Smotrich urges the Prime Minister to demand Gaza's full demilitarization from President Trump, calls the Palestinian Authority a mistake that must be dismantled.

'Dismantle PA, apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'

Trump, Netanyahu expected to decide next steps in Gaza ceasefire

Arab media reports say an upcoming meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to determine next steps in the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.

Trump, Netanyahu expected to decide next steps in Gaza ceasefire

'This light will never go out'

Hanukkah candles lit in Rafah

Hanukkah candles lit in Rafah with chanukiya from the Bibas family home in Kibbutz Nir Oz, symbolizing resilience after October 7.

Hanukkah candles lit in Rafah

Last hostage:

Israel gave critical information on the burial place of Ran Gvili

Israeli security officials assess Hamas knows which terrorists hold information on Ran Gvili’s burial site but is refusing to interrogate them, with Israel avoiding their elimination to preserve the chance of his return.

Israel gave critical information on the burial place of Ran Gvili

After 6 months:

Families of fallen IDF soldiers still have no answers

Six months after APC attack that killed IDF soldiers, families have yet to receive full investigation findings. Citing post-10/7 backlogs, IDF has delayed a response, leaving relatives angry: 'We gave them a living child - and they are silent.'

Families of fallen IDF soldiers still have no answers

Intelligence officers recount:

Behind the Hamas no. 2's 'Last Supper'

IDF Intelligence officers look back on their work leading up to the elimination of Hamas's Weapons Production chief and 10/7 architect Ra'ad Sa'ad.

Behind the Hamas no. 2's 'Last Supper'

Trump's plan for Gaza: 'New Rafah' and skyscrapers

Trump administration presents plan for rebuilding Gaza, starting in southern Gaza and working northwards, to the tune of $112.1 billion.

Trump's plan for Gaza: 'New Rafah' and skyscrapers

Southern Gaza:

IDF’s Kfir Brigade concludes mission along yellow line

Kfir Brigade completes two months of deployment along Gaza's yellow line, dismantles underground tunnel routes in Khan Yunis area.

IDF’s Kfir Brigade concludes mission along yellow line

IDF: Terrorist killed after approaching troops in northern Gaza

IDF troops in northern Gaza identify two terrorists who crossed yellow line, posing a threat, eliminate one of the terrorists.

IDF: Terrorist killed after approaching troops in northern Gaza

Al Jazeera:

How Israel encourages emigration from Gaza

An Al Jazeera report claims that 7,000 Gaza residents have emigrated via Israel with support from Israeli-linked bodies, alleging a strategic effort to encourage departure amid the humanitarian crisis.

How Israel encourages emigration from Gaza

'Increase the light':

Chanukiya from Palestine Square lit on Mt. Herzl

The fifth Hanukkah candle was lit this evening at the Mount Herzl National Memorial Hall using the chanukiya which Brigade 401 fighters lit candles in at Palestine Square in Gaza a year ago.

Chanukiya from Palestine Square lit on Mt. Herzl

Nova massacre survivors celebrate Hanukkah, experiencing closure

Hundreds of Nova massacre survivors gather for emotional Hanukkah candle-lighting in Jerusalem.

Nova massacre survivors celebrate Hanukkah, experiencing closure

Watch: IDF's 2nd Brigade completes mission in northern Gaza

IDF’s 2nd Brigade completes mission along Gaza's 'yellow line,' eliminating dozens of terrorists and dismantling Hamas weapons and infrastructure; it will be replaced by the 16th Brigade.

Watch: IDF's 2nd Brigade completes mission in northern Gaza

Former IDF commander:

'Preemptive strikes will prevent future threats'

Former IDF Major General Noam Tibon criticizes the government for allowing Iran and Hezbollah to strengthen without decisive military and political follow‑through.

'Preemptive strikes will prevent future threats'

Mashal:

Trump should take note of growing right-wing criticism of Israel

In an interview with Drop Site News, Hamas leader Khaled Mashal says President Trump should factor growing US criticism of Israel into policy decisions.

Trump should take note of growing right-wing criticism of Israel

Cameras and RPG ammo

Watch: Golani troops operate against Hamas in Rafah

While operating along the Yellow Line in eastern Rafah, Golani Brigade troops have located weapons and surveillance equipment, including AK-47 rifles and RPG rockets.

Watch: Golani troops operate against Hamas in Rafah

White House to Netanyahu:

Killing of Hamas leader violated ceasefire agreement

The White House reportedly told Prime Minister Netanyahu that the assassination of senior Hamas figure Ra'ad Sa'ad constitutes a violation of the ceasefire agreement.

Killing of Hamas leader violated ceasefire agreement

Netanyahu:

'Safest place in the world for Jewish people is Israel'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara light first Hanukkah candle with Israel Police officers, family of last remaining hostage Ran Gvili. 'Safest place for Jewish people is where the government, army, & security forces will defend them.'

'Safest place in the world for Jewish people is Israel'

"אתם המכבים החדשים"

Israel Katz lights first Hanukkah candle with injured soldiers

Defense Minister Israel Katz visits Sheba Medical Center, offering encouragement and support to injured IDF soldiers and their families, and promising to support them throughout their journey.

Israel Katz lights first Hanukkah candle with injured soldiers

'It wasn't planned'

Officer recounts elimination of top Hamas terrorist

Captain A., who operated the drone that eliminated Ra'ad Sa'ad, shared: 'It was a great privilege. Another small step to complete the circle.'

Officer recounts elimination of top Hamas terrorist

Negligence:

Family raises new claims over battalion commander’s conduct

Family of Yotam Haim, killed with another two hostages by friendly fire in Gaza renews criticism of the battalion commander involved in the fatal incident and calls on the IDF chief to block his promotion.

Family raises new claims over battalion commander’s conduct

Footage of the Beautiful Six

Captivity survivor Eliya Cohen: 'It burns the heart'

Former hostage Eliya Cohen watches footage of six hostages murdered in captivity, tells of his parting from three of them. 'The terrorists told Ori, Almog, and Hersh that they were going home to their mothers.'

Captivity survivor Eliya Cohen: 'It burns the heart'

Hamas terror group passes the buck

Hamas sources claim fallen Yasam officer Ran Gvili was buried in eastern Gaza but cannot be located due to the elimination of those involved.

Hamas terror group passes the buck

IDF Profile:

This is the Hamas commander eliminated over Shabbat

The IDF has published additional background on the Hamas deputy commander eliminated in Gaza City.

This is the Hamas commander eliminated over Shabbat

Watch: Ra'ad Sa'ad, October 7 architect, is eliminated

IDF, ISA, publish footage of the moment Hamas terrorist and October 7 architect Ra'ad Sa'ad is eliminated in Gaza City. Watch.

Watch: Ra'ad Sa'ad, October 7 architect, is eliminated

Two terrorists threaten IDF forces in Gaza

IDF forces identify two terrorists violating ceasefire and nearing IDF forces, eliminate one of them.

Two terrorists threaten IDF forces in Gaza

Ra'ad Sa'ad, an architect of the Oct. 7 massacre, is eliminated

IAF eliminates Hamas terrorist Ra'ad Sa'ad in targeted attack in Gaza City. Sa'ad was considered Hamas' second-in-comand in Gaza.

Ra'ad Sa'ad, an architect of the Oct. 7 massacre, is eliminated

Two soldiers injured in Gaza

Two IDF soldiers injured when explosive device detonates during operations to clear southern Gaza of terror infrastructure.

Two soldiers injured in Gaza

How Pinocchio encouraged Yosef Haim in captivity

Yosef Haim Ohana told Kan Reshet Bet that the Pinocchio theme song became his daily source of strength in Hamas captivity, offering light amid torture, starvation and fear.

How Pinocchio encouraged Yosef Haim in captivity

Eitan Mor recounts:

'I accepted the fact that I will die in Gaza, it helped me live'

In an interview with Makor Rishon, former hostage Eitan Mor details his abduction, the severe starvation in Hamas tunnels, and the moments of faith that helped him survive.

'I accepted the fact that I will die in Gaza, it helped me live'

The full documentation:

How the six hostages held on to hope

Additional footage found in the Gaza Strip shows the six hostages who were murdered in the tunnel, embracing, wishing each other a Happy New Year, playing games, cutting hair, and lighting Hanukkah candles.

How the six hostages held on to hope

More than 2 years later:

Amnesty concludes that Hamas committed crimes against humanity

Amnesty’s new report outlines widespread killings, hostage‑taking and abuses by Hamas-led forces during the October 7 attacks, based on verified testimony and forensic evidence.

Amnesty concludes that Hamas committed crimes against humanity

Activist reveals:

Hamas hid baby formula to fuel Gaza famine narrative

Activist Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib accuses Hamas of hiding tons of baby formula in Gaza warehouses to worsen starvation and advance its famine narrative against Israel.

Hamas hid baby formula to fuel Gaza famine narrative

Senior IDF officers:

'This is how the plan to eliminate Sinwar and Deif was blocked'

Senior IDF officers disclose one of the most dramatic operational blunders in recent years, when the political echelon blocked Shin Bet initiatives to eliminate Hamas leaders, for fear of escalation.

'This is how the plan to eliminate Sinwar and Deif was blocked'

Israel bids farewell to slain Thai hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak

A ceremony was held at Ben Gurion Airport ahead of the repatriation of the body of Sudthisak Rinthalak, who was murdered by Hamas terrorists near Kibbutz Be’eri on October 7th and abducted to the Gaza Strip.

Israel bids farewell to slain Thai hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak

Report:

Trump expected to announce 'Board of Peace' before holidays

White House advances Gaza governance plan as officials cite progress on Trump's 20‑point framework ahead of the anticipated holiday announcement.

Trump expected to announce 'Board of Peace' before holidays

Capt Daniel Peretz's weapon found in booby-trapped Gaza complex

IDF troops located in Gaza the weapon of Captain Daniel Peretz, who was killed on 10/7 & whose body was returned from Hamas captivity about a month ago.

Capt Daniel Peretz's weapon found in booby-trapped Gaza complex

Gazan who celebrated October 7 massacre walks free in Belgium

Mohanad Alkhatib, a resident of Khan Yunis who participated in the October 7 massacre and was documented infiltrating Israeli territory, is seen roaming Antwerp freely, enjoying the city's Christmas market.

Gazan who celebrated October 7 massacre walks free in Belgium

Report: Israel monitoring and recording at US base

The Guardian claims the US and other countries worry about Israeli recordings at the new Civil Military Coordination Center (CMCC) in Kiryat Gat; IDF denies allegations, expressing concern of attempts to undermine peace efforts.

Report: Israel monitoring and recording at US base

IDF:

Sharp rise in number of injured soldiers

IDF reports that 82,400 injured soldiers are being treated in the Rehabilitation Division, about 22,000 of them from the current war. Ministry of Defense warns of a worsening situation by 2028.

Sharp rise in number of injured soldiers

Collapse of Gaza agreement?

Arab move against Netanyahu’s visit to the US

Egypt and Qatar, backed by Arab and Islamic support, are working to block new understandings between Israel and the US regarding the implementation of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement.

Arab move against Netanyahu’s visit to the US

Hamas willing to discuss 'storing or freezing' weapons

Hamas official Bassem Naim expresses openness to freezing or storing weapons as part of long-term ceasefire, but rejects external forces disarming Hamas.

Hamas willing to discuss 'storing or freezing' weapons

Kibbutz Be'eri members vote:

Houses damaged in Oct. 7 massacre to be demolished - except for 1

In controversial vote, Kibbutz Be'eri members decide to demolish most of the homes damaged in the October 7 massacre. 'Be'eri is not responsible for Israel's national memory; we want to create revival and life.'

Houses damaged in Oct. 7 massacre to be demolished - except for 1