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News and updates about October 7th

Islamic Jihad releases propaganda video of hostage Rom Braslavski

Islamic Jihad's militant wing published a propaganda video of hostage Rom Braslavski to pressure Israel. Braslavski saved dozens of partygoers at the Nova music festival on October 7 before he was abducted.

Islamic Jihad releases propaganda video of hostage Rom Braslavski

After being found in Rafah

Watch: Billie the dog returns to her family in Nir Oz

Billie, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who was abducted on October 7th, 2023, and was found this week by soldiers in Rafah, had an emotional reunion with her family from Nir Oz.

Watch: Billie the dog returns to her family in Nir Oz

More good news from Mt. Sinai…

An excellent new approach to how Jews must deal with intractable, sworn enemies. Opinion.

More good news from Mt. Sinai…

Dog kidnapped from Nir Oz returned to its owners

Reservist soldier locates a frightened dog among the ruins in Rafah. The dog is discovered to be Billie, who was kidnapped on October 7, 2023 from Kibbutz Nir Oz.

Dog kidnapped from Nir Oz returned to its owners

'Trails of Rebirth'

Thousands participate in event in Gaza envelope

The 'Heroism Stories of the Nation on the Paths of Hope' event connected the heroism of the residents and soldiers in southern Israel on October 7th with the rehabilitation and regrowth of the area.

Thousands participate in event in Gaza envelope

Parents of the late Itay Chen receive chilling message

Family of Itay Chen, IDF soldier who fell in battle at Nahal Oz and whose body was abducted to Gaza, receives app message that he is being released from IDF service.

Parents of the late Itay Chen receive chilling message

N. Gaza brigade commander:

I recommended an opening blow, they told me Hamas was deterred

Colonel Haim Cohen, who presided over the Gaza Command's Northern Brigade on October 7th, leveled heavy criticism against the senior staff for their actions during the massacre.

I recommended an opening blow, they told me Hamas was deterred

11 terrorists who murdered and kidnapped on Oct. 7 eliminated

The IDF and Shin Bet announce that recently, 11 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists responsible for murders and kidnappings during the massacre have been eliminated.

11 terrorists who murdered and kidnapped on Oct. 7 eliminated

Staff Sergeant Guy Simhi saved 11 Supernova festivalgoers

On October 7th, 2023, Staff Sergeant Guy Simhi led 11 young people who escaped the Supernova Music Festival to a safe room in a house in Kibbutz Re'im.

Staff Sergeant Guy Simhi saved 11 Supernova festivalgoers

Kibbutz Re'im:

10-man security squad saved town from attack by 80 terrorists

The investigation into the Hamas attack on Kibbuzt Re'im on October 7 found that the local security squad was forced to fight alone for hours until help arrived, but still brought Nova survivors to safety, repelled attackers, and rescued civilians from burning buildings.

10-man security squad saved town from attack by 80 terrorists

Liri Albag responds to attacks

'Let’s fight our enemies, not each other'

Liri Albag, a survivor of Hamas captivity, responds to the attacks against her after she accused Netanyahu of failures which led to the October 7 massacre.

'Let’s fight our enemies, not each other'

IDF inquiry:

41 terrorists entered Sderot and went on a killing spree

The IDF inquiry into the massacre and battle in Sderot found that 41 terrorists infiltrated the city and murdered 53 individuals. In the end, 39 of the terrorists were eliminated.

41 terrorists entered Sderot and went on a killing spree

Heroism:

At 8:40 I wrote, 'Nahal Oz has fallen'

20-year-old Maya Braun shares her lookout team's unimaginable heroism in Nahal Oz on October 7th.

At 8:40 I wrote, 'Nahal Oz has fallen'

Where was the Chief of Staff on October 7?

Diary of then-IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi from 7 am and onward on October 7, 2023 released in response to Freedom in Information request.

Where was the Chief of Staff on October 7?

Captivity survivor blasted online after criticizing Netanyahu

Liri Albag claims that the Prime Minister is responsible for the Hamas massacre on October 7 and faces criticism and insults from his supporters.

Captivity survivor blasted online after criticizing Netanyahu

Ex-UN Rapporteur:

October 7 attack by Hamas was "long overdue"

Richard Falk claims the October 7 massacre was "entirely justifiable" in latest interview defending Hamas and the Palestinians' "right" to use violence.

October 7 attack by Hamas was "long overdue"

Families of 10/7 victims sue Palestinian-American billionaire

Lawsuit filed by families of American victims of the October 7 attacks alleges Bashar Masri knowingly worked with Hamas for many years, enabling international and U.S. taxpayer-funded programs to be diverted and exploited to support Hamas’s terror infrastructure.

Families of 10/7 victims sue Palestinian-American billionaire

Confirmed:

'Journalist' who celebrated Oct. 7 massacre injured in IDF strike

IDF confirms that Hamas 'journalist' who celebrated October 7 massacre among multiple injured in IDF strike on southern Gaza.

'Journalist' who celebrated Oct. 7 massacre injured in IDF strike

On Tape:

ISA fears Jews with weapons

Three days after the October 7th massacre, the head of the Jewish Department expressed his concern about Israelis buying handgun ammunition.

ISA fears Jews with weapons

Minister Katz reveals:

Messages that prove Iran's support for 10.7 Massacre

Minister Katz revealed documentation of contact between the Iranian regime and Hamas leaders Sinwar and Deif.

Messages that prove Iran's support for 10.7 Massacre

Nova investigation:

Senior police officer saves hundreds of partygoers

Nova investigation finds Deputy Commissioner Nivi Ohana identified irregular rocket fire, ordered immediate evacuation of the partygoers - preventing another 2,000 victims and hundreds of hostages.

Senior police officer saves hundreds of partygoers

Investigation reveals:

IDF arrived 7 hours after terrorists infiltrated Kibbutz Nirim

Investigation into October 7 massacre at Kibbutz Nirim shows security forces failed to protect residents, 150 terrorists infiltrated the kibbutz in three separate waves.

IDF arrived 7 hours after terrorists infiltrated Kibbutz Nirim

378 murdered, 44 abducted

The scope of failures at the Nova massacre is revealed

The IDF inquiry into the massacre at the Supernova Festival reveals severe failures: The military was unaware of what was occurring in real time. Misinformation left the area abandoned.

The scope of failures at the Nova massacre is revealed

Disturbing images:

The moment Matan Angrest was kidnapped from his tank on 10/7

A difficult-to-view video record of the moment IDF soldier Matan Angrest was kidnapped from a tank released to the public, 545 days after October 7th.

The moment Matan Angrest was kidnapped from his tank on 10/7

The abductee who tried to flee as terrorists took him to Gaza

Survivor of Hamas captivity Eliya Cohen revealed for the first time that Raz Bokovza jumped from the terrorists' pickup truck and was shot dead.

The abductee who tried to flee as terrorists took him to Gaza

Outrage at disclosure of Nova report: 'Where were you? Asleep?'

IDF findings of response to Nova festival attack presented to the bereaved families; parents outraged by conclusions.

Outrage at disclosure of Nova report: 'Where were you? Asleep?'

Chilling testimony:

'Sometimes I have to convince myself that it really happened'

Osher Daniel, who survived the 10/7 massacre at the Nova Music Festival, gives a chilling review of the twelve excruciating hours when she fought for her life.

'Sometimes I have to convince myself that it really happened'

IDF reveals:

Defense of Erez Crossing severely failed

The IDF inquiry into the battle at the Erez Crossing found that the soldiers failed at preventing the October 7th attack.

Defense of Erez Crossing severely failed

Eisenkot admits:

'I didn’t foresee the brutal attack'

MK Gadi Eisenkot speaks about the letter he sent to the Prime Minister a month and a half before the Hamas attack, noting that he believed the danger to Israel stemmed primarily from the northern border.

'I didn’t foresee the brutal attack'

Erin Molan to Arutz Sheva:

I saw the truth, so I couldn’t stay silent on antisemitism

Australian television presenter Erin Molan speaks with Arutz Sheva about her fight against antisemitism following the October 7 massacre and why it is so important to speak out for Israel and against Hamas.

I saw the truth, so I couldn’t stay silent on antisemitism

Bereaved families demand a public inquiry committee

Over 300 bereaved parents and parents of hostages approached the President calling for the establishment of a mutually agreed inquiry committee.

Bereaved families demand a public inquiry committee

Documents reveal:

120 Nukhba terrorists were heading for Be'er Sheva on 10/7

New recording reveals that 120 Nukhba terrorists were heading for Be'er Sheva on October 7 and when stopped, they turned back and attacked border kibbutzim at greater scale than originally planned.

120 Nukhba terrorists were heading for Be'er Sheva on 10/7

Over ties to Hamas terror

Hostage families file suit against Columbia protesters

Families of hostages abducted by Hamas on October 7 file lawsuit against Mahmoud Khalil and several student groups, accuse them of "aiding and abetting Hamas' continuing acts of international terrorism".

Hostage families file suit against Columbia protesters

Watch:

IDF strikes pickup trucks used in massacre

The IDF and ISA struck over 100 pickup trucks used to infiltrate Israeli territory, murder, and abduct Israeli civilians as well as other terrorist purposes.

IDF strikes pickup trucks used in massacre

Liberman:

'Netanyahu’s policies led to October 7 tragedy'

MK Avigdor Liberman claims that Netanyahu strengthened Hamas' rule for years and avoided making critical security decisions—contrary to the positions of the defense establishment.

'Netanyahu’s policies led to October 7 tragedy'

External team to implement lessons of October 7th massacre

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has announced that a group of reservist officers will be responsible for implementing lessons learned from the lengthy investigative process that the IDF carried out regarding the massacre.

External team to implement lessons of October 7th massacre

Head of Hamas' Military Intelligence in southern Gaza eliminated

IDF and Shin Bet announce they conducted an intelligence-based strike on Thursday and eliminated terrorist Osama Tabash, who planned and coordinated targets and infiltration objectives during the October 7th Massacre.

Head of Hamas' Military Intelligence in southern Gaza eliminated

After being ignored

IDF lookouts to be integrated into intelligence array

As part of the lessons learned from the October 7th Massacre the Intelligence Directorate's Unit 9900 has begun passing intelligence information directly to the lookouts' operations centers.

IDF lookouts to be integrated into intelligence array

October 7 investigation

Ofek was killed because of a mistaken identification

Investigation finds that after fleeing to Kibbutz Alumim from the Nova festival, Ofek mistook a member of the local security squad for a Hamas terrorist and was shot dead when he pulled a knife.

Ofek was killed because of a mistaken identification

Alumim on 10/7:

Alumim on 10/7: Defense failures & a tragic misidentification

IDF publishes results of investigation into the attack on Kibbutz Alumim on October 7, including the tragic misidentification of a couple who fled from the Nova festival massacre.

Alumim on 10/7: Defense failures & a tragic misidentification

New 7/10 report reveals:

Youngest victim of Hamas massacre was just 14 hours old

Britain reveals new report on October 7 massacre, describing the horrors inflicted on innocent Israeli civilians, and featuring witnesses' testimonies.

Youngest victim of Hamas massacre was just 14 hours old

US announces task force to pursue justice for 10.7 victims

Attorney General Pamela Bondi vows 'there will be consequences' as the task force targets those responsible for the October 7 attack, prosecutes Hamas leadership and combats terrorism financing.

US announces task force to pursue justice for 10.7 victims

Former Chief of Staff:

'I must give credit to Hamas for tricking us'

Former Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi was recorded saying he must give credit to Hamas, 'They managed to sedate us with the riots and humanitarian situation.'

'I must give credit to Hamas for tricking us'

UK:

NHS doctor under investigation for racist and antisemitic remarks

Senior NHS doctor sparks outrage after making racist and antisemitic comments online, including slur against Foreign Secretary David Lammy.

NHS doctor under investigation for racist and antisemitic remarks

Netanyahu rejects

Herzog proposes framework for commission of inquiry

Supreme Court President Justice Yitzhak Amit agrees to the proposal of President Isaac Herzog stating that if a decision is made to establish a state commission of inquiry, its composition will be determined in consultation with Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg.

Herzog proposes framework for commission of inquiry

In northern Gaza Strip

IDF eliminates terrorist cell in Beit Lahia area

IAF strikes a terrorist cell in the Beit Lahia area, including a terrorist who infiltrated Israel during the October 7th massacre.

IDF eliminates terrorist cell in Beit Lahia area

King David’s hostage negotiations

Purim and the Bible’s modern-day message for Israel after Oct 7. Pursue the release of captives through the destruction of the enemy and by no other means. Opinion.

King David’s hostage negotiations

10/7 attack on Nir Oz:

6 hours of kidnapping & murder, IDF arrived after terrorists left

Investigation into the October 7 attack in Nir Oz finds serious failures by IDF to understand the scope of the attack and send forces to protect the town.

6 hours of kidnapping & murder, IDF arrived after terrorists left

Toronto Police podcast:

Officers praise ‘positive’ impact of October 7 massacre on Islam

Toronto Police Service issued an apology and removed the episode of the Project Olive Branch podcast in which a Muslim officer claimed the 10.7 Massacre led people to research and later convert to Islam.

Officers praise ‘positive’ impact of October 7 massacre on Islam

State Comptroller's office:

Former Chief of Staff blocked 7/10 investigation

Ishai Vaknin, Director General of the State Comptroller's Office, says outgoing IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi 'had a desire to do everything so that we would not investigate the heart of the failure' which led to the October 7 massacre.

Former Chief of Staff blocked 7/10 investigation

Freed hostage Omer Wenkert:

'I wasn't humiliated, I defeated captivity'

After 505 days in Hamas captivity, spoke for the first time about the massacre on October 7 and the day he returned from captivity.

'I wasn't humiliated, I defeated captivity'

Swords of Iron:

Min. of Health appoints teams to assess functioning during war

Ministry of Health appoints professional teams to assess medical response, evacuation of casualties, mental health, and general operations during the war.

Min. of Health appoints teams to assess functioning during war

Symbol of the massacre

Kibbutz Be'eri clinic demolished

The site of the Kibbutz Be'eri clinic, where three local security response team members and two medical team members were killed on October 7th, 2023, will become an education center.

Kibbutz Be'eri clinic demolished

'On high alert year-round'

Chief of Staff cancels IDF leaves

Newly-appointed IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announces dramatic move after investigations show Hamas took advantage of IDF leaves that resulted in fewer available personnel on October 7.

Chief of Staff cancels IDF leaves

Parashat Zachor:

The truth about antisemitism is hard for Jews to accept

If October 7 didn't wake you up, what will?

The truth about antisemitism is hard for Jews to accept

The collaborator who lied to the Shin Bet before the massacre

A series of executions that followed the elimination of a terrorist in 2017, may be the reason for Israel's lack of human intelligence sources in the Gaza Strip.

The collaborator who lied to the Shin Bet before the massacre

Qatar's lies:

Qatar denies sending aid to Hamas

Qatar denies connection to 10/7 massacre: 'We've sent essential supplies such as food and medicine, and electricity to power homes in Gaza.'

Qatar denies sending aid to Hamas

Military analyst:

IDF's Oct. 7 inquiry shows criminal investigation is needed

Military analyst Yossi Yehoshua slams defense echelon's inquiries into failures which led to the October 7 massacre, calls for criminal investigation.

IDF's Oct. 7 inquiry shows criminal investigation is needed

How the Shin Bet missed the October 7 attack

Investigation reveals how incorrect assessments, failure to correctly interpret intelligence, and gaps in intelligence and deterrence led the Shin Bet to miss the warning signs of the 10/7 massacre.

How the Shin Bet missed the October 7 attack

Kibbutz Nahal Oz:

Local forces, civilians held back 1st wave, IDF failed

IDF investigation into the attack on Kibbutz Nahal Oz on 10/7 reveals the terrorists infiltrated the kibbutz in waves, the command system collapsed, and the IDF was not prepared for a large-scale attack.

Local forces, civilians held back 1st wave, IDF failed