Gaza Region

Gallant to hostages' families:

'The return to fighting will bring them back home'

Minister of Defense meets families of hostages, including and with Yelena Trupanob who was released last week.

White House spokesperson:

'Israel is making an effort to minimize civilian deaths in Gaza'

White House National Security Council spokesman says Israel is listening to Washington's calls to minimize civilian deaths in Gaza.

From Chicago to Gaza:

Major Shraga heard the news and got on a plane

IDF Major Shraga takes a few moments before entering Gaza to tell Arutz Sheva about what drives him and his men as they fight Hamas.

IDF:

800 tunnel shafts found in Gaza during war, 500 destroyed

Many tunnel shafts were located in civilian areas, near or inside civilian buildings and structures, such as schools and kindergartens.

Elon Musk answers Israeli businessman in Hebrew

An Israeli businessman defending Elon Musk online recurved a response from the billionaire in the form of a Hebrew verse from Proverbs.

Day 58: Massive airstrikes in Khan Younis

The IDF conducted an unusually intense bombardment of the Khan Younis region of the Gaza Strip, as well as striking targets in the north.

Two IDF soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

Sergeant Aschalwu Sama died of wounds sustained in battle on November 14. Major (res.) Or Brandes was killed in central Gaza.

In effort to rescue hostages:

UK to conduct surveillance flights over Israel and Gaza

Britain's Ministry of Defense announces the surveillance aircraft will be unarmed and will be tasked solely to locate hostages.

Macron:

'Destroying Hamas will take 10 years'

French President calls on Israel to clarify its goals in the war against Hamas.

Hostages' families urge Red Cross to take action

Family members of American citizens held in Gaza call on Red Cross to deliver life-saving care to the hostages immediately.

Deputy Hamas leader:

'There will be no prisoner exchange until the end of the war'

Deputy Hamas leader Saleh al-Arouri says the organization will not release hostages as long as the IDF conducts fighting in the Gaza Strip.

57 days later:

Missing man declared kidnapped in Gaza

New evidence shows man missing from Gaza region was kidnapped by Hamas.

White House spokesperson:

'The pause ended because of Hamas'

White House spokesman John Kirby blames Hamas for end of the ceasefire in Gaza: They failed to produce a list of hostages.

Ofra Keidar, 70, was murdered by Hamas terrorists

Kibbutz Be'eri announces that its member Ofra Keidar was murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7 and her body is being held in Gaza.

IDF strikes terror infrastructure in Gaza

IDF eliminates a number of terrorist cells throughout the Gaza Strip, including a terrorist cell of over 10 terrorists.

Guy Iluz, 26, was murdered by Hamas terrorists

Family of Guy Iluz, a musician from Tel Aviv, informed he was murdered by Hamas after being taken hostage from Supernova Music Festival.

Body of murdered Israeli returned from Gaza

IDF and Shin Bet locate body of 27-year-old Ofir Sarfati and bring it back to Israel for burial.

Eliyahu Margalit, 75, was murdered by Hamas terrorists

Family of Eliyahu Margalit from Kibbutz Nir Oz informed that he was murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7.

Liberman: 'The Oslo experiment has ended'

'Giving Gaza to Abbas is a dangerous fantasy that has cost us too much.'

Report:

Israel and Hamas agree to extend truce by one more day

Egyptian officials say deal is expected to involve the release of another 10 hostages. Despite report, rocket fired from Gaza.

Ambassador Erdan:

'Israel has zero trust in antisemitic UN Commission of Inquiry'

Israel’s UN Ambassador rejects UN Commission of Inquiry’s probe of sexual crimes perpetrated by Hamas on October 7.

IDF Spokesperson:

'The IDF is prepared to continue the war'

IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari speaks amid preparations for a possible resumption of the fighting in Gaza,

Thanks to radio interview:

Hostage discovered her husband and daughter were safe

Yarden Roman Gat discovered her daughter Geffen and husband Alon were alive from her brother's radio interview.

Freed Thai national:

'Hamas terrorists beat Jews with electric cables'

Thai citizen who was held captive and released recalls the conditions in which he was held and the harassment of the Jewish hostages.

Biden:

'We remain determined to secure the release of every hostage'

US President hails ceasefire agreement which led to release of hostages, says it has "delivered meaningful results".

'Hamas' list is unacceptable'

Cabinet discussing extension of ceasefire

Mediators submit list of hostages to be freed that violates the agreement. Israeli official: They have until 7:00 to amend it.

1000 gather at historic symposium on Jewish resettlement in Gaza

Jews from around Israel attend historic symposium stressing importance of Jewish settlement in Gaza. 'In enemy eyes, everyone is a settler.'

G7 foreign ministers:

'We support further extension of pause in Gaza fighting'

G7 foreign ministers support agreement which saw pause in fighting and release of hostages, say they back Israel's right to defend itself.

Watch:

Freed 12-year-old arrives at hospital via helicopter

Eitan Yahalomi, who returned from Hamas captivity in Gaza, and his other on their way to the hospital to meet their family.

IDF Spokesperson:

'Any attempt to harm our forces will be met with determination'

IDF Spokesperson warns Hamas against violating truce, after three IEDs detonated at two different locations in the northern Gaza Strip.

Otzma Yehudit:

'We will not be part of a government that allows Hamas to exist'

Otzma Yehudit threatens to resign from the government if a deal to release hostages ends the war with Hamas.

White House:

'We want eliminination of Hamas as governing force, threat'

Senior Biden Admin. official says US support's Israel's goals in war with Hamas but still pushes for maximum restraint.

Terrorists violate ceasefire, detonate explosives and open fire

Several soldiers hurt after 3 explosives detonated next to IDF soldiers in Gaza, terrorists open fire on troops. Hamas denies responsibility

The hostages' conditions:

No shower, a piece of pita as food

The freed hostages are beginning to tell their stories to their families and reveal the conditions of their captivity.

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar met with captured Israelis in Gaza

One of the released Israelis claims that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar met her in person in Gaza, promising 'Nothing will happen to you.'

If you like Gaza, you'll love 'Palestine'

What, exactly, were the Palestinian Arabs trying to "liberate?" Op-ed.

CNN: Over 40 hostages held by others, not Hamas

According to foreign sources, dozens of hostages are being held by Islamic Jihad or individual Gazans not affiliated with terror groups.

US national security adviser:

'We're working to bring back hostages held by other groups'

US national security adviser Jake Sullivan says other groups in Gaza are holding hostages and efforts are underway to bring them back.

Morocco:

Protesters call for suspension of ties with Israel amid war

Tens of thousands of Moroccans wave PLO flags in demonstration in the country's commercial capital Casablanca.

Hostage asked:

'Release another woman who is in worse condition'

72-year-old Adina Moshe tried to persuade Hamas to release another hostage who is older and in worse condition than she is.

Hamas confirms military commander of northern Gaza killed

Terror organization says Ahmed Ghandour, 1 of the most wanted Hamas leaders, was killed during Swords of Iron war.

US officials:

'Disappointed no Americans have been freed yet'

US officials say they remain hopeful at least three Americans held by Hamas will be freed as part of the deal.

Qatar:

'We hope the ceasefire can extend beyond four days'

Qatari Foreign Affairs Ministry spokesperson says he hopes ceasefire can be extended in order to lead to the release of more hostages.

Hamas leader:

'The Hamas attack caused Israel a moral defeat'

Senior Hamas official Khaled Mashaal says he is opposed to any participation of international or Arab forces in ruling Gaza after the war.

Israel caved to Hamas:

Hila Rotem's mother, Raya, remains in Hamas captivity

Despite the agreements before the ceasefire, Israel agreed to break up a family held in Gaza.

'We have a long way to go':

Family members respond to the release of their relatives

Family members of the 13 hostages who were freed by Hamas welcome the release of their relatives.

49 days later:

First group of hostages returns to Israel

Hamas releases first batch of 13 hostages as agreed upon in ceasefire deal. Israel releases 39 security prisoners.

IDF Spokesperson:

'During the pause, IDF will prepare for next phases of the war'

IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari after Hamas releases 13 hostages: More than ever, we must take care not to distribute unverified information.

President Herzog:

'The job isn't done until all the hostages return home'

President Isaac Herzog welcomes release of first batch of hostages: I pray for return of those who are still in the hands of the enemy.

Report:

Gazans attempting to return home during ceasefire clash with IDF

Residents who did not flee south again ignore IDF warnings on first day of 4-day ceasefire.

13 hostages will be released:

Hostage release deal begins today

Ceasefire went into effect at 7:00 a.m. At 4:00 p.m., 13 hostages will be freed. Their families were informed about it on Thursday.

'When it comes to Jewish blood, the Red Cross disappears'

Cousin of Shiri, whose family was abducted and her parents murdered: We will have to hold the Red Cross accountable for their silence.

'I was looking up laws of mourning, then came the videos'

Elai knows that his brother Evyatar will not return in this part of the deal, but also feels relieved over the expected release of children.

'We remain optimistic':

Lone soldier's adoptive family is waiting for his return

Doron, whose family adopted lone soldier Idan Alexander who was kidnapped to Gaza, maintains optimism that Idan will be home soon.

Friend of hostage:

'Sad he won't be released, happy that others will return'

Aviv, friend of Omer Wenkert who was abducted to Gaza, talks about situation in which some hostages will be released, but not Omer.

Directed attacks by sea:

Hamas naval commander in Khan Yunis eliminated

IDF fighter jets, directed by IDF and Shin Bet intelligence, eliminate Amar Abu Jalalah, commander of the Hamas naval forces in Khan Yunis.

Top White House official:

'The war won't be over after the truce ends'

White House official John Kirby speaks to US Jewish community leaders, says Hamas still poses a real threat to Israel.

Liron Snir, 25, from Ofra, fell in battle in northern Gaza

Captain Liron Snir, a soldier in the Golani Brigade, fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip.

Report:

Blinken to travel to Israel next week

Axios reports Secretary of State will meet Israeli and Palestinian Arab officials to discuss the war in Gaza.

'Barbaric':

Bahrain’s Crown Prince condemns Hamas' attack on Israel

Bahrain’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister publicly condemned Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel, called on group to release hostages.