Gaza Region

US intelligence report:

Netanyahu’s leadership viability 'in jeopardy'

US intelligence community assesses in its annual report that Israel will fight Hamas for years to come.

Report:

Biden could condition aid if Israel invades Rafah

Four US officials tell Politico President Biden will consider conditioning military aid to Israel if the country moves forward with a large-scale invasion of Rafah.

Saudi King:

'Stop crimes against our brothers in Palestine'

Saudi King denounces “heinous crimes” in the Gaza Strip in statement ahead of Ramadan.

In Ramadan statement:

Biden notes 'suffering of the Palestinian people'

US President mentions Gaza war in statement released on the occasion of Ramadan: We'll insist that Israel facilitate more routes and open more crossings to get more aid to more people.

Protesters near Oscars call for Gaza ceasefire

Oscars begin six minutes late after pro-Palestinian Arab protesters stop traffic en route to the ceremony and call for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Arab affairs correspondent:

'Hamas is a culture of death'

Arab affairs correspondent, Tzvi Yechezkeli, speaks to Arutz Sheva: 'Our responsibility as Jews and Israelis is to stand up and say – this massacre was not some flickering moment in history. It could happen again.'

Hostages' families:

'Stop negotiations, enter Rafah now'

Tikva Forum, an organization representing families of hostages, says Hamas toying with Israel and the loved ones of the hostages in the negotiations.

Terrorist who killed Amishar Ben David eliminated

13 terrorists eliminated over last day during battles in Gaza, including terrorist who killed IDF major.

UNRWA claims:

'Israel coerced employees to admit Hamas ties'

UNRWA report claims some of its employees who were released into Gaza from Israeli detention said they were pressured into falsely stating the agency has Hamas links.

VP Harris:

'Don't conflate Israeli gov't with Israeli people'

US Vice President Kamala Harris says Israelis deserve security and there should be a distinction between the Israeli people and the Israeli government.

Biden:

'Israeli operation in Rafah would be a red line'

US President tells MSNBC that Netanyahu "must, must, must" pay more attention to preventing civilian casualties in Gaza. "He hurts Israel more than he protects her. This is a mistake."

'False and misleading'

Israel Heritage Foundation seeks apology from Harris

Israel Heritage Foundation calling on Vice President Kamala Harris to apologize after appearing to blame Israel for the “inhumane” conditions in Gaza.

US airdrops more aid into Gaza

US official says the military carried out its fourth airdrop of aid into Gaza, does not offer more details.

Biden at State of the Union:

'We will not rest until all the hostages are home'

Biden officially announces mission to establish temporary pier that can receive large shipments of humanitarian aid to Gaza.

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Soldiers rescue Gazan girl from rubble

IDF soldiers operating in Gaza rescue a girl who was trapped in the rubble and provide her with first aid.

Biden expected to announce new Gaza port for aid

US President reportedly to announce construction of offshore port for Gaza to increase humanitarian aid at State of the Union address later.

For the second time:

South Africa asks ICJ for measures against Israel

South Africa petitions International Court of Justice to impose emergency measures on Israel over "widespread starvation" resulting from its offensive in Gaza.

Report:

US quietly approved hundreds of arms sales to Israel

Washington Post reports that the United States has delivered thousands of munitions and other lethal aid to Israel since the start of the Gaza war.

International pressure on Israel:

Humanitarian route to Gaza to open this weekend

International pressure with results: this weekend Israel is due to open a direct humanitarian route from its border to the northern Gaza Strip.

Hamas terrorist responsible for rocket fire killed

Terrorist who was responsible for launching rockets at Israel and planning October 7th massacre eliminated in airstrike.

Following boycott over Gaza:

Starbucks firing 2,000 workers in the Middle East

Starbucks has been targeted by pro-Palestinian Arab activists, leading the Seattle-based company to dismiss just over 10% of its Middle East staff.

Abbas calls for international peace conference

PA chairman meets Turkish President, discusses with him the international efforts to stop the "Israeli aggression in the Gaza Strip".

Blinken to Gantz:

'Humanitarian plan needed before operation in Rafah'

Minister Benny Gantz meets US Secretary of State in Washington. State Department: The Secretary underscored the importance of reaching an agreement to achieve the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.

The incriminating document found in Gaza

A Hamas document found in Gaza reveals its senior officials’ ties with an Al Jazeera reporter. It also shows Hamas' responsibility for the failed launch during Operation Breaking Dawn.

Where is non-Nazified Gaza?

Gazans, show us that you are not all Hamas. denounce and hand over the fiends. Tell us where the hostages are. Opinion.

UNRWA chief warns:

'We will be in uncharted territory'

UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini accuses Israel of "a deliberate and concerted campaign" against the agency.

Harris to Gantz:

'Humanitarian plan needed before Rafah operation'

US Vice President meets Minister Benny Gantz at the White House, calls on Hamas to accept ceasefire deal.

Israeli Businesswoman:

'We need to flood Gaza with food'

Businesswoman Shoham Teller, who has led commercial projects in Gaza, suggests a way to prevent another instance of a mob swarming humanitarian aid trucks.

Gazan reveals: What do US aid packages contain?

In addition to four nutritious meals, aid packages include candies. A Gazan videoed the package.

Wall Street Journal:

Hamas collects $100 million a year from Iran

Israel’s military operation in Gaza has deprived Hamas of its revenues from tax funds, leading to a need for foreign funding, including from charities.

VP Harris:

'There must be in immediate ceasefire in Gaza'

US Vice President calls on Israel and Hamas to accept a deal that would begin a six-week ceasefire in the Gaza Strip: Hamas claims it wants a ceasefire. There is a deal on the table.

In central Gaza

Recruited operatives to Hamas and was eliminated

Terrorist Mahmoud Muhammad Abd Khad, who was responsible for recruiting new Hamas terrorist operatives, eliminated in an aerial strike in central Gaza.

Soldier responds to protester who called him Nazi

Activist yells at soldier, 'You dirty Nazi'; soldier responds in an original fashion - without blaming the activist.

IDF facilitates dozens of air drops of aid into Gaza

IDF says over 450 packages of food and medical aid were distributed through 21 airdrops to the Gaza Strip in recent weeks in coordination with Jordan, France, the UAE and Egypt.

IDF attacks new targets in Khan Yunis

The targets include a housing complex for the poor subsidized by Qatar. The attacks were preceded by a particularly intense bombardment.

Security officials warn against 'dithering' in Gaza

Israeli forces are more exposed to attack if they are not actively executing any operations, and the ground offensive is being unnecessarily drawn out.

'Facilitating Gaza genocide'

Nicaragua files case against Germany at ICJ

Nicaragua launches case against Germany at International Court of Justice, claims Germany is facilitating "genocide" in Gaza by giving support to Israel.

Report:

Israel demanding list of hostages still alive

Israel tells Qatar and Egypt there will be no more talks on hostage release deal, until Hamas provides a list of hostages who are still alive.

Biden announces:

US to airdrop aid into Gaza

US President says the current flow of aid to the Strip is not enough: “We’re going to pull out every stop we can."

FM Katz fires back

Erdogan accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza

Foreign Minister Israel Katz responds after Turkish President accused Israel of genocide: "We are fighting against your partners from Hamas. You should be silent and be ashamed!”

Khan Yunis:

Dozens of terrorists hiding in school arrested

7th Brigade combat team finds ammunition magazines, RPG missiles, explosives, Kalashnikov rifles, uniforms and Hamas military equipment in terrorists’ houses during battles in Khan Yunis.

Watch:

Terrorists with explosives eliminated from air

Troops from Bislamach Brigade entered the heart of Khan Yunis and joined the activities of the 98th Division in the area in order to defeat the Hamas terrorist organization.

UNRWA investigation:

UN hoping to receive material from Israel

UN spokesperson says investigators expect to receive materials from Israel related to its accusations that UNRWA staff took part in October 7 attacks.

Dramatic arrest brought information about Hamas

Head of security for senior Hamas officials in Gaza was arrested by Israeli security forces and provided valuable information about the conduct of senior Hamas officials.

Netanyahu:

'Victory requires eliminating all Hamas battalions'

PM addresses media following deadly shooting near Eli, says Israel has not received answers on which hostages would be released in a potential deal.

Israelis broke through checkpoint, crossed into Gaza

Israelis protesting near the Erez checkpoint broke through a military checkpoint and crossed the border from Israel to the Gaza Strip.

Gallant:

'Hamas tunnels networks turned into traps for them'

Defense Minister tours northern Gaza, says IDF ready to act in Rafah at a time of Israel's choosing.

Watch:

IDF battalion activity in area where 2 soldiers fell

Watch the Tzabar battalion’s combat activity. The soldiers located and destroyed Hamas shafts and terrorist infrastructure. Iftah Shahar and Itai Seif fell in battle.

Bypassing UNRWA

US announces humanitarian aid for Palestinian Arabs

USAID says the aid will go through the World Food Program and non-governmental groups rather than UNRWA, whose employees took part in October 7 massacre.

Cleared for publication:

Two soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

IDF Spokesperson's Unit clears for publication that Major Iftah Shahar and Captain Itai Seif fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip. Seven soldiers seriously injured.

Father of freed 9-year-old:

'If we don't finish the job, it'll happen again'

Thomas Hand, father of nine-year-old Emily who was freed from Hamas captivity after 50 days, says Israel must “finish the job” against Hamas.

Report:

US wants written assurances on weapons in Gaza

Officials tell Axios that Biden administration gave Israel until mid-March to sign letter that provides assurances that it will abide by international law while using US weapons in Gaza.

Major Yiftah Shahar killed in battle in Gaza Strip

The Middle Arava Regional Council announced that Major Yiftah Shahar, resident of Moshav Paran, a company commander in the Givati Brigade, was killed in battle in the Gaza Strip.

7 students from Yeshivat HaGolan wounded in Gaza

The yeshiva announced that several of its students were wounded in combat in Gaza this morning.

Sentenced to suicide

I once read that Jews excel in every field but politics. There could be some truth to that. Israel must stop compromising and utter a firm and definitive 'No!' to a Palestani State. Op-ed.

Biden:

'I hope for a ceasefire by next Monday'

US President speaks to reporters in New York: My national security adviser tells me that they’re close. My hope is by next Monday we’ll have a ceasefire.

PA official rejects Netanyahu's Gaza plan

Nabil Abu Rudeineh, Palestinian Authority information chief, calls Netanyahu's 'day after' plan an attempt to exile 'Palestinians' from Gaza, insists it lacks a political future.

Tunnel went under hospital, university

10-kilometer long tunnel from northern to southern Gaza uncovered by the IDF.

Only hours before the massacre:

Hundreds of terrorists changed to Israeli SIM cards

Just hours before the surprise attack on Israel on the morning of October 7th, hundreds of terrorists switched their phones to Israeli SIM cards

Cleared for publication:

Officer and four soldiers seriously injured in Gaza

IDF Spokesperson's Unit clears for publication that an officer and four soldiers were seriously injured in Gaza battles. They were evacuated to hospital for medical treatment.