October 7th

New images from the abduction of Nimrod Cohen

The family of captive soldier Nimrod Cohen published new images on Monday showing the moment Hamas terrorists abducted him on October 7th, 2023.

Family of Nimrod Cohen:

We will release the footage of his abduction

The family of captive IDF soldier Nimrod Cohen will release footage of him being led by his captors to Gaza.

Yair Lapid slams October 7th probe: 'It aims to help Netanyahu'

Opposition leader MK Yair Lapid told State Comptroller's Office personnel that he would cooperate with October 7th probe 'because he is better than the government.'

Unthinkable:

Woman denies October 7th massacre, claims it's all AI

Blogger Max Veifer takes on European viewer who claims October 7th massacre was AI, is surprised to discover depths of disinformation campaign. Watch.

Mosab Hassan Yousef to Arutz Sheva:

Hamas' goal is to divide Israeli society, collapse government

Former Hamas insider Mosab Hassan Yousef, known as the 'Green Prince,' warns that partial hostage deals will only prolong Hamas rule, compares Hamas to 'the new Nazis,' and urges world Jewry to unite around Israel.

Cell phone with murdered sons' voices returned to bereaved father

Jojo Rabia, a bereaved father whose two sons were murdered on 10/7, received his stolen cell phone containing his sons' voice messages, 'Thank you to everyone who helped.'

New MDA ambulance dedicated in memory of Bibas family

A new ambulance was dedicated in Moshav Mivtahim in memory of Kfir, Ariel, and Shiri Bibas, and Shiri's parents Yossi and Margit Silberman, who were murdered on 10/7.

Report:

Soldier warned of Hamas attack, his officers ignored warnings

Yedioth Ahronoth columnist reveals that an intelligence soldier warned that Hamas was about to attack, but his warnings were rejected and not heeded.

Netanyahu:

We need an objective committee which will investigate me as well

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu outlines to Triggernometry how an ideal investigative committee would operate, stressing the importance of everyone - from himself down to the last military personnel - being included.

Nukhba commander who took part in Oct. 7 attack eliminated

Muhammad Naif Abu Shamala took part in the attempted infiltration of the Ma’aras IDF Post during the brutal October 7th massacre.

Terrorist who abducted Yarden Bibas eliminated

Jihad Kamal Salem Najjar, a terrorist in Hamas' military wing who infiltrated Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 and took part in the abduction of Yarden Bibas, eliminated.

Bereaved father's cell phone is stolen, with all his memories

Bereaved father Jojo Rabia appeals for help after phone containing last memories of his sons stolen in Tel Aviv.

Worst failure in Israel's history

State Comptroller to meet senior officials over 10/7 failures

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman is due to meet with senior officials to review failures leading to 10/7 massacre, 'our commitment is solely to the citizens of Israel who deserve answers.'

Week before the massacre

New footage of the kidnapped Armored Corps soldiers

New footage released today (Sunday) shows armored fighters Omer Neutra, Oz Daniel, and Nimrod Cohen just a week before their abduction on October 7.

PM: Protests are hardening Hamas' stance

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Cabinet meeting: 'Calls to end the war without victory delay the release of the hostages and guarantee an endless war.'

Ex-IDF intelligence chief admits failure in October 7th massacre

Former IDF Intelligence Chief Aaron Haliva acknowledges severe failures in handling the October 7th attack, criticizing military and political leadership.

'Justice has prevailed'

Sa'ar welcomes TIFF's reversal on Hamas massacre film

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar praises the Toronto International Film Festival's decision to reverse its ban on screening documentary about the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre.

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Rabbi Granot officiates at wedding of his fallen son's fiancé

Rabbi Tamir Granot, head of the Orot Shaul Hesder Yeshiva, officiated at the wedding of the fiancée of his son, Captain Amitai, Hy"d who was killed by anti-tank gunfire on the Lebanese border.

Nova bereaved families

'Our anger & fury is directed only at the enemy, not our people'

The 'Law and Justice Forum,' which represents 150 families who lost loved ones at the Nova massacre, rejects the call for an economic strike on Sunday to protest the planned operation in Gaza City.

'We have no grave to visit'

Today should have been Meny Godard's 75th birthday

The family of Meny Godard, murdered on October 7 and whose body is held in Gaza, issued a heartfelt plea on what would have been his 75th birthday: bring him home.

'A win for truth'

Jewish groups hail TIFF reversal on Oct. 7 film

Canadian Jewish groups welcome TIFF’s reversal on a film about October 7, calling it a win for truth and courage while urging accountability to ensure censorship of vital Jewish narratives never happens again.

After public outcry

TIFF reinstates censored film on October 7

After public and political backlash, Toronto International Film Festival reverses its decision to pull “The Road Between Us”, a film about the October 7 Hamas massacre.

Ex-military intelligence head

'Where was the Shin Bet on October 7?'

Former Military Intelligence Directorate Director General Aharon Haliva says the Shin Bet was absent on the night before the October 7 massacre as IDF intelligence officials dismissed the possibility of an attack.

Official:

Hamas on UN 'blacklist' for sex crimes in violent conflicts

UN Secretary-General’s report detailing the 'blacklist' of organizations that commit sexual crimes in violent conflicts to include Hamas terror organization for the first time.

New study:

Hamas timed October 7 massacre for peak internal crisis in Israel

Newly-revealed Hamas intelligence report shows terror group viewed Israel’s political turmoil and reserve duty refusals as a decisive blow to IDF readiness, influencing Yahya Sinwar’s decision to strike on October 7.

TIFF CEO:

'Claims of censorship are unequivocally false'

The CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival released a statement regarding the choice to ban an Israeli documentary about the October 7th massacre.

'Unfathomable and disturbing'

Jewish groups slam TIFF for pulling October 7 documentary

Jewish organizations condemn Toronto International Film Festival for cancelling a documentary on Israeli general’s daring rescue during the October 7 Hamas attacks, say the move caves to extremist pressure.

Sa’ar slams TIFF for dropping Oct. 7 film

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar condemns Toronto International Film Festival for pulling a film on the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre, saying the festival cited lack of Hamas video clearance. “They would have asked Hitler for Auschwitz rights.”

Toronto International Film Festival bans October 7th film

The Toronto International Film Festival announced today (Wednesday) the removal of the film The Road Between Us - The Ultimate Rescue from this year's screening lineup.

Grandson of hostages:

'Hamas must go, hostages must return'

Daniel Lifshitz, grandchild of hostages, calls for global pressure to free all Hamas hostages, 'Every family of a hostage is also a hostage until their loved one returns, we must leave no one behind.'

Herzog hosts makers of Emmy Award-Winning We Will Dance Again'

President Herzog: “The harrowing report by the Ministry of Health, submitted today to the Red Cross, together with the horrifying images of the hostages, make clear to us and to the entire world that the monstrous acts committed on October 7 continue to this day.”

Pres Herzog to host screening of 'We Will Dance Again'

Israeli president to hold special screening tomorrow of Emmy Award-winning film, attended by survivors of the Nova festival massacre and Hamas captivity.

New investigation reveals: Failures of IDF top brass on October 7

Special team investigating the October 7 Hamas attack reveals significant shortcomings in the IDF’s response, including delayed decisions, missed assessments, and inadequate coordination between key agencies.

Over terror livestreams

Families of October 7 victims sue Meta

Lawsuit accuses Facebook and Instagram of facilitating Hamas’ October 7 massacre. The plaintiffs, including victims' families, demand over $1 billion for emotional and psychological trauma caused by the platforms' role in livestreaming the attack.

Disengagement:

When the IDF left the writing was already on the wall

Cabinet Secretary Yossi Fuchs drew a connection between the Disengagement from Gush Katif and the current war, stating: 'We learned the hard way, hopefully we've woken up.'

‘We’re going back’:

Gush Katif evictee dreams of Jewish return to Gaza

Twenty years after the Disengagement, Anita Tucker calls for a renewed Jewish presence in Gaza, as the key to true security for Israel.

Tzvi Hendel:

'Jewish presence in Gaza would have prevented Oct. 7 massacre'

Head of the Gaza Coast Regional Council and former MK Tzvi Hendel still feels the pain of betrayal by late Ariel Sharon and remains optimistic that Jews will return to live in Gush Katif.

Rami Davidian: 'Flatten Gaza and build for massacre survivors'

Rami Davidian, who rescued dozens from the Nova Festival massacre, says that if Gush Katif had remained, October 7th would not have happened as the Jewish communities there were our protection.

20 years after Disengagement:

Majority of Israelis support Israeli settlement in Gaza

New poll reveals majority of Israeli public believes 2005 Disengagement from Gaza was a mistake, led to the October 7th massacre.

Nir Oz

Gadi Mozes, captivity survivor, lays slain partner to rest

Katz, partner of freed hostage Gadi Mozes, was reburied in Nir Oz after temporary burial; Mozes vows to help rebuild community and fight for release of remaining captives.

Report:

October 7th massacre trauma turned Israelis to crime

The Public Defender's report indicates an increase in cases where citizens without a criminal record become involved in criminal proceedings, often due to mental distress and poverty.

Gaslighting Jews: the traumatic aftermath of October 7

The constant biased attacks on Israel and on Jews since October 7, over almost three years, have affected the Jewish community worldwide, making it feel isolated and marginalised. Opinion.

10/7 battle in Sufa:

IDF failed, civilians prevented massacre

IDF failed to defend Sufa, but military and civilian forces prevented a massacre. Full investigation report revealed.

As part of deal:

Hamas demands release of Nukhba terrorists

For the first time, Hamas is demanding the release of Nukhba terrorists involved in the October 7 massacre as part of a hostage deal. It also submitted a "withdrawal map" for IDF forces.

Bereaved father:

'Don't confuse issue with Gaza hunger, it's Hamas' problem'

Shimon Elkabetz, whose daughter was murdered on October 7, criticized the campaign to claim there is starvation in Gaza: "There is no hunger in Gaza, and if someone is hungry, it's their problem and Hamas' problem."

Disengagement commander:

Expulsion from Gush Katif created potential for Oct. 7 massacre

Major General (res.) Gershon Hacohen, who commanded the 2005 Disengagement, admits that if the communities of Gush Katif had not been evacuated, the October 7th massacre would not have happened.

Doron Steinbrecher:

'The terrorists shot the bed, bullet missed my head'

Survivor of captivity from Kfar Aza recalls her kidnapping on October 7 and how she was nearly killed while hiding under a bed.

IDF eliminates Hamas commanders who participated in massacre

IDF and Shin Bet reveal that they eliminated Jabaliya Battalion Iyad Nasr, as well as two other terrorists who infiltrated Israel and participated in Hamas’ brutal massacre on October 7th.

Surprised But Valiant:

IDF publishes investigation into battle at Southern R&D base

The operational investigation into the battle at the Southern Research and Development Base during the October 7th massacre has been completed and its findings were presented to the bereaved families.

IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist who held Emily Damari hostage

Muhammad Nasr Ali Quneita, a terrorist in Hamas' Al-Furqan Battalions' military intelligence, who infiltrated Israel during the October 7th massacre, was eliminated.

Ofakim battle probe:

Murderous rampage, fight until the last terrorist was eliminated

The IDF presents its investigation of the battle in Ofakim on October 7, detailing the terrorists’ infiltration, brutal attacks, and the operation to rescue hostages and eliminate all assailants.

Major lawsuit against PA

1 billion shekels in compensation sought

Civil suit filed on behalf of families of October 7 victims accuses PA of funding and encouraging terrorism.

Human Rights Expert

'Francesca Albanese uses Nazi textbook to produce Oct. 7 denial'

Touro Institute on Human Rights head Prof. Anne Bayefsky tells Arutz Sheva that UN Rapporteur's attempt to downplay a new report documenting Hamas's sexual violence is reminiscent of Joseph Goebbels.

Eliminated

Nukhba commander who infiltrated Kibbutz Magen on 10/7

Taha Abu Ayadeh, a Nukhba platoon commander who led the infiltration of the gas station in Kibbutz Magen during the October 7 massacre, was eliminated in Khan Yunis.

'I went through hell'

Captivity survivor recounts sexual abuse

At the launch of a report on Hamas atrocities, survivor Ilana Gritzewsky recounted sexual violence in captivity and urged Israeli leaders to act now to bring all hostages home.

New report details Hamas sexual violence on October 7

Sexual violence was 'widespread and systematic' during the October 7 massacre, with rape and gang rape occurring in at least six different locations, according to a new report featuring testimony from that day.

Chilling:

How Ofer Calderon survived execution before capture

Former hostage Ofer Calderon revisits the moments when he and his son were separated during the October 7th massacre.

IDF probe:

Security failures in Mivtahim, first responders prevent massacre

An IDF probe found security failures in the battle for Mivtahim on October 7, while praising first responders for thwarting a planned massacre.

Lapid to Sky News Arabia:

'If I were Prime Minister, October 7 would not have happened'

Opposition leader Yair Lapid claims that if he had continued to serve as Prime Minister, Hamas would not have carried out the October 7 massacre. "During my tenure, the border was quiet."

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Netanyahu visits Rachel Edri in Ofakim

Prime Minister Netanyahu in Ofakim: "There were supreme acts of heroism here by men and women, who stood up at the decisive moment."