IDF forces searched the Rafah tunnel where fallen soldier Hadar Goldin's body was located, but failed to search the specific tunnel branch new report says. 'It was only a matter of time.'
Palestinian Arab source says Hamas faces difficulties returning all four deceased hostages' bodies, assesses Islamic Jihad may soon capitulate.
Following Lt . Hadar Goldin’s return after more than 11 years in Hamas captivity, his family said they fought for friendship, burial in Israel, and dignity.
In an interview with Sky News Arabia, Senator Lindsey Graham says Gaza's rebuilding, regional normalization, and lasting peace hinge on Hamas disarmament.
Israeli singer, actor, and wounded war veteran Idan Amedi, gave an emotional performance at the funeral of Itay Chen, whose body was returned to Israel last week from Hamas captivity.
Staff Sgt. Itay Chen, 19, killed on October 7 and recently returned from Gaza, was laid to rest in Kiryat Shaul as Israel mourns a beloved son and national hero.
Hours after Hamas claimed to have located the body of killed and kidnapped IDF officer Lt. Hadar Goldin in Rafah, the terrorist organization announces it plans to return Goldin's body at 2pm.
Magen David Adom mourns volunteer EMT Lior Rudaeff, whose body was returned from Gaza for burial in Israel.
IDF troops operating in both northern and southern Gaza face threats from terrorists despite ceasefire, act quickly to eliminate threat.
Warrant Officer (res.) Lior Rudaeff, aged 61 from Nir Yitzhak, served as deputy security coordinator and a member of the rapid response team.
Hamas source tells Al Jazeera that the body of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, killed and abducted in 2014, has been found near Rafah.
Israeli singer Ishay Ribo moves family and friends of fallen American-Israeli IDF soldier Omer Neutra as he was laid to rest after being returned from Hamas captivity.
Joshua Loitu Mollel, was an agricultural student from Tanzania who came to Kibbutz Nahal Oz just weeks before the October 7 massacre, when he was killed and his body abducted to Gaza.
Egypt's public diplomacy chief, Diaa Rashwan, warns international force will face 'big problem' disarming Hamas, says it could lead to clashes and gunfights.
The IDF and Shin Bet announced that a coffin said to be carrying a deceased hostage, escorted by IDF troops, crossed the border into the State of Israel.
Israeli officials say the body of the soldier, who fell in 2014, is being held in a tunnel in an Israeli-controlled area of Rafah, where 150 terrorists are entrenched.
IDF troops from the 252nd Division found a Hamas weapons depot in Shuja’iyya, east of the yellow line, exposing rockets and explosives hidden among civilians.
Zaid al-Hadi who held Bar Kuperstein, Ohad Ben Ami, Maxim Herkin, Elkana Bohbot, Segev Kalfon, and Yosef-Haim Ohana in captivity, was eliminated after Hamas violated the ceasefire.
IDF uncovered a terror tunnel spanning hundreds of meters long and a Hamas compound containing launchers and rockets.
Report reveals major failures in Israel’s preparedness for economic emergencies; Minister of Finance did not exercise his powers and PM is responsible for not ensuring effective civilian leadership.
A new survey finds most US Jews view Israel as vital to Jewish continuity, support Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, and credit him with securing the hostage release deal.
Hundreds gathered at Columbus Circle to honor Captain Omer Neutra z”l, a NY native whose body was held by Hamas for 758 days, and to call for the return of the eight hostages still in Gaza.
Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales blocks edits to the “Gaza genocide” page, citing anti-Israel bias and lack of attribution.
UN investigation deemed Israeli intelligence on UNRWA-Hamas ties credible but inadequate, prompting criticism and calls for stronger oversight.
Neutra family issues first public statement in Tel Aviv, honoring their son’s legacy, thanking key figures for their efforts, and urging continued action for hostages.
Hamas has formed special teams to locate and guard the bodies of slain Israeli hostages in Gaza, reportedly working with the Red Cross and Egyptian crews near the Yellow Line.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu won't allow Hamas terrorists safe passage, stands firm in insistence on disarming Hamas, demilitarizing the Gaza Strip, source says.
Ignoring US-brokered ceasefire, terrorists advance towards IDF troops in southern Gaza; IDF acts to neutralize threat.
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks at the start of a conference for commanders of reserve combat troops, says Israel is starting a new chapter, moving to the next stage of the battle.
Hundreds of terrorists in Rafah area, responsible for deaths of IDF soldiers, expected to receive permission to return to Hamas-controlled areas of Gaza.
In confidential meeting, National Security Committee notes change in security bodies' positions, as bill to allow death penalty for terrorists passes first Knesset reading.
Israel receives coffins of three deceased hostages which were taken to the National Center for Forensic Medicine and identified as Omer Neutra, Asaf Hamami and Oz Daniel.
Hamas demands the evacuation of hundreds of terrorists trapped in the Rafah area, shortly after it claimed to have found the bodies of three Israeli hostages, including Colonel Asaf Hamami, raising speculation that the timing was meant to pressure Israel.
Netanyahu rejected claims Israel is a US protectorate, called the Sde Teiman leak Israel’s public relations attack, and vowed to disarm Hamas and deter Hezbollah and the Houthis.
In emotional moment, released hostage recites 'Hagomel' blessing at synagogue dedicated to his release.
Ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Yitzhak Kroizer push legislation to strip citizenship or residency from Israelis who choose to live in Hamas-run Gaza, citing national security risks and aiming to block their return to Israel.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam calls on Germany to pressure Israel to withdraw from southern Lebanon.
Tomorrow Sahar Baruch will be laid to rest in Be'eri. He was killed in captivity during a failed Sayeret Matkal rescue operation in December 2023.
US Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine meets IDF Chief LTG Eyal Zamir for a joint assessment of Gaza and broader regional threats, underscoring deepening US-Israel military ties.
US CENTCOM publishes footage of Hamas suspects assaulting the driver of a humanitarian aid truck before making off with both the contents and the truck itself.
IDF troops continue clearing area around the 'yellow line' in Gaza, dismantling tunnel network and responding to terrorists' fire.
Hamas announces willingness to search for hostages' remains in IDF-controlled territory, demands heavy equipment.
Iris Haim, mother of hostage Yotam Haim who was killed in IDF error, condemns honorary degree granted to Einav Zangauker, stridently anti-Netanyahu mother of released hostage Matan Zangauker.
Ibrahim Muhammad Raslan, a Hezbollah maintenance officer aiming to rebuild Hezbollah infrastructure, is eliminated in southern Lebanon.
IDF and Mossad on alert as Iran Increases regional terror activity in Middle East, prepare for potential ground incursion.
A classified US report allegedly finds “many hundreds” of potential IDF rights violations in Gaza. The findings will take years to review, say officials.
As Sahar Baruch’s body is returned to Israel under the terms of the agreement, new details surface about the failed rescue operation. A military probe has not determined whether he was killed by Hamas or IDF fire.
In his address at the Combat Officer Training Course graduation, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir reminds newly minted commanders that the war continues, the mission remains unfinished and they must carry both pride and responsibility into action.
Rom Braslavski, recently freed from Hamas captivity, moved thousands with a heartfelt message to the “Yerushalmim V'Yerushalmiot” group after two years of silence.
Two caskets of what are said to be hostages were brought to Israel and were taken to the National Institute for Forensic Medicine for identification.
The IDF has launched an investigation after Temple-themed flags were seen on vehicles in Gaza. A reservist who distributed them will be questioned by his commanders.
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir delivered address at the graduation ceremony of the IDF Combat Officer Training Course, praising the new commanders, recalling the army’s failures on October 7, and vowing the military will press on until all obligations are fulfilled.
Hundreds gathered at Ofir Tzarfati’s grave for a third time after additional remains returned from Hamas captivity. His grieving family mourned anew at the reopened grave.
Leah Goldin, whose son Hadar was killed in Gaza in 2014 and whose body has been held by Hamas since, slams government policy and expresses disappointment that relevant lessons have not yet been learned.
Hostages Families Forum sends cease and desist warning to Ateret Shlomo Yeshiva in Beit Shemesh, claiming 'cynical, degrading, and unlawful use' of symbols of fight for hostages' return.
Following a deadly ceasefire breach, Israel sought to seize additional territory in Gaza - but US President Trump vetoed the move.
American-Israeli Edan Alexander, who survived Hamas captivity in Gaza, was promoted today to Sergeant 1st class in a moving ceremony attended by the Head of the IDF Personnel Directorate.
IDF says it struck a site containing weapons and aerial means intended to be used in an imminent terror attack.
Responding to Hamas’ blatant violations of the ceasefire agreement, IDF and ISA level precise strikes at dozens of terror targets in Gaza.
Following recommendation from ISA, Defense Minister Israel Katz signs bill banning Red Cross representatives from visiting Hamas Nukhba terrorists imprisoned in Israel.
