Swords of Iron

Hamas missile lands near hospital

Missile launched towards Israel from near Gaza City misfires, IDF strikes back.

MK: Reality cannot be that a teen is dragged under a bus

MK Tzvika Foghel, head of the National Security Committee, discusses violence in Arab society, recent ramming of haredi teen.

Hamas is getting richer - at the political echelon's directive

Data presented at security meetings shows Hamas raking in millions daily, political echelon ignoring IDF recommendations.

State Comptroller's report:

A third of Israelis not adequately protected from rocket fire

A sharp report points to severe failures during the war, including in areas such as sheltering, health, education, and mental health support.

Operational accident

Golani Brigade soldier seriously injured in southern Gaza

Soldier from the 13th Battalion seriously injured in an operational accident in southern Gaza, evacuated to hospital for treatment.

New survey:

Nearly 8 in 10 Israelis concerned by declining US support

Ruderman Family Foundation survey finds deep concern over generational shifts, Gaza war perceptions, and weakening ties, alongside strong public mandate to invest in young Jewish engagement.

Despite ceasefire: Hamas rebuilding military capacity in Gaza

IDF identifies three main channels through which Hamas is rebuilding its military capabilities, in violation of the ceasefire agreement.

Last hostage's mother:

'Don't rebuild Gaza before Rani comes home'

Talik Gvili demands a halt to all progress in Gaza until her son is returned. Minister Smotrich vows, 'We will not open Rafah until Ran comes back.'

Report:

Israel agrees to establish a managing committee for Gaza

Senior Palestinian Authority and Egyptian officials are discussing implementation of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement and reopening the Rafah crossing in both directions.

2 KM of tunnel routes destroyed in the northern Gaza Strip

The Northern Gaza Brigade, in cooperation with the Yahalom Unit, dismantled a Hamas underground tunnel route, approximately two kilometers in length, in the area of Beit Lahia.

Col. Richard Kemp

'Israel's 2025 accomplisments extraordinary, confounded critics'

Former commander of the British military forces in Afghanistan speaks with Arutz Sheva about Israel's successes and failures in 2025 and looks ahead to 2026.

After October 7: Massive military exercise in southern Israel

IDF's Division 80 holds exercise simulating infiltration into communities and military bases, evacuation of injured, aerial aid, and managing command of events, implementing lessons learned from the October 7 massacre.

Haredi soldier injured in Gaza enlists as career officer

Haredi soldier Haim Treitel, who was injured by sniper fire in Gaza and now helps integrate other haredi soldiers into the IDF, signs on for career service. 'It's never enough to contribute to the State and the nation.'

Northern Gaza:

IDF takes out rocket launcher prepared in violation of ceasefire

IDF destroys Hamas shaft containing rocket launcher aimed at Sderot, which was prepared after the ceasefire.

Hamas claims it has only 'light weapons'

Senior Hamas officials claim terror group has only assault rifles and a small amount of explosive devices; intelligence indicates otherwise.

PM in Miami

Israel 'stronger than ever' after Gaza war

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses JNS event at "The Shul of Bal Harbour" in Miami, telling US Jews not to 'lower your heads' in the face of rising antisemitism.

Netanyahu:

'Israel has come out stronger than ever before'

Speaking in Surfside, Florida, PM Netanyahu says Israel is “stronger than ever,” urges Jews to “fight back” against antisemitism, and vows to return the last hostage from Gaza.

IDF Chief in south:

'We will not allow Hamas to rebuild'

Zamir calls 2026 a decisive year, outlines new security boundary along the Yellow Line.

After two years:

Hostages Families Forum concludes operations

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum, created immediately after the October 7th Massacre, has ended its work, but stressed: 'Our mission will not be complete until Ran Gvili returns for burial in Israel."

Chief of Staff: In 2026, we'll implement lessons from the war

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks at Ground Forces' conference, promises coming year will see improved readiness, integrating lessons from October 7th massacre, and supporting both reserve and career service members.

IDF summarizes 2025

From elimination of Mohammed Sinwar to senior Iranian officials

IDF summarizes 2025: Around 21,000 strikes and the elimination of senior leaders from Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Iranian regime.

The cry of Rani’s father: Don't say 'may God avenge his blood'

Itzik Gvili, father of Rani who was abducted to Gaza, recounts meetings with Trump: “We believe he will return.”

The dramatic intel presented to Trump

Prime Minister Netanyahu told President Trump that Hamas is holding some 60,000 Kalashnikov rifles in Gaza, stressing that disarmament is a prerequisite for any civilian rehabilitation.

Rise in suicide rates:

IDF reports 151 soldier deaths in 2025

The Israel Defense Forces released its 2025 casualty report, and expands mental health programs and resilience initiatives to support soldiers during and after service.

Heavy rains expose Hamas terror tunnel near Gaza border

Heavy rains caused a ground collapse in northern Gaza, leading Golani Brigade troops to uncover a Hamas terror tunnel about 800 meters from the Israeli border that had previously gone undetected.

IDF Chief to senior commanders:

'The IDF must learn its lessons from the war'

Senior commanders reviewed October 7 war inquiries, multi-year planning and readiness measures as the IDF moves to implement lessons learned.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.'

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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: 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.

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.

'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.

Nova massacre survivors celebrate Hanukkah, experiencing closure

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.