Gaza City

IDF confirms:

Gaza City strike targeted 'Sinwar's successor'

Five killed in strike on Gaza City building as IDF targets Ali al-Amoudi, a senior Hamas terrorist who has risen to prominence since Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's elimination.

Watch: Rocket unit commander eliminated in Gaza

IDF eliminates two senior Islamic Jihad terrorists near Gaza City, after they worked to rebuild the group's military capabilities in violation of the ceasefire.

IDF eliminates terrorist who abducted 6 Israelis from Be'eri

Hamas terrorist Muhammad Abu Al-Shaar eliminated in Gaza City. Islamic Jihad commander who infiltrated Israel on October 7 also eliminated.

IDF eliminates two Hamas commanders who posed immediate danger

IDF eliminates Hamas commander Rafat Abu Zamar, who trained terrorists ahead of October 7, and a weapons producer as Hamas worked to rebuild its capabilities.

Israel confirms:

Unusual operation in Gaza, senior Hamas terrorist arrested

Defense Minister Israel Katz confirms a senior Hamas terrorist was captured in Gaza following reports of heavy gunfire and airstrikes in Gaza City.

Israeli defense establishment prepares for conquest of Gaza City

As the third anniversary of the October 7 massacre approaches, the Israeli defense establishment assesses that Hamas is continuing to rebuild its military strength.

Footage from the scene:

Gaza District Police Chief eliminated in strike on vehicle

Commander of the Gaza District Police, Jamal Mahmoud Abu Kamil, was eliminated in an IDF strike on his car. Earlier in the day, the IDF eliminated a Hamas commander in Khan Yunis.

Gaza City strike eliminates Hamas cell commander

IDF eliminates cell commander in Hamas' Naval Array, along with three armed Hamas terrorists.

Confirmed:

Hamas military chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad eliminated

IDF, ISA, confirm elimination of Hamas military wing chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad, one of the last senior architects of the October 7 massacre and a key figure in the captivity of Israeli hostages.

IDF eliminates three Hamas commanders

IDF eliminates a commander in Hamas’ communications unit, two additional production unit commanders eliminated in separate strike.

UN moves to clear massive Gaza City wartime dump

UNDP launches six-month operation to relocate towering waste pile that buried Gaza City’s historic Fras Market amid health concerns.

Officers warn: Arab workers at IDF posts pose security risk

After security incidents near Gaza City, IDF officers in the area warn against employment of Arab workers at IDF posts near the border.

Hamas missile lands near hospital

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

Watch: Ra'ad Sa'ad, October 7 architect, is eliminated

IDF, ISA, publish footage of the moment Hamas terrorist and October 7 architect Ra'ad Sa'ad is eliminated in Gaza City. Watch.

Ra'ad Sa'ad, an architect of the Oct. 7 massacre, is eliminated

IAF eliminates Hamas terrorist Ra'ad Sa'ad in targeted attack in Gaza City. Sa'ad was considered Hamas' second-in-comand in Gaza.

27 dead in fierce Hamas-clan fighting in Gaza City

Has the war ended? In Gaza, the fighting goes on - this time between Palestinians themselves.

The last elimination before the ceasefire?

At least four Hamas terrorists were killed in a strike in Gaza City, and dozens more were trapped under the rubble of the collapsed building.

2 years since start of war:

Long-range rockets uncovered in Gaza City

Brigade 401 fighters operating in Gaza City, located long-range rockets ready to be launched toward the center of Israel, including a cache of weapons, charges, cartridges, and other munitions.

Minister Chikli

'Current peace talks the result of Gaza City operation'

Hamas reportedly has 'reservations' about the map detailing the withdrawal of Israeli forces under the Trump peace plan.

Revealed:

Hamas weapons tunnel beneath hospital complex in Gaza City

IDF and ISA reveal: Underground tunnel route was located adjacent to the Jordanian Hospital in Gaza City, within it a weapons manufacturing workshop.

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IDF eliminates terrorists nearing forces in Gaza

Terrorists armed with RPG missile launchers approach IDF troops in Gaza City, are eliminated.

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Israeli commandos seize a large Hamas supply cache

Commando Brigade troops have been operating in recent days in the heart of Gaza City, locating large quantities of combat equipment and continuing to kill Hamas forces.

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Armed terrorists seen entering military structure eliminated

IDF troops in Gaza City identified and eliminated two armed terrorists attempting to approach their position. Over the past day (Monday), the IAF struck more than 160 terror targets.

Gaza City:

Terrorist eliminated after firing mortars towards IDF soldiers

IDF troops strike over 140 terror targets, eliminate terrorists who attempted to harm forces, and destroy weapons storehouse.

Givati Brigade spots IED trap with a drone

During a sweep of a multi-story terrorist structure, a booby-trapped explosive device was identified on the sixth floor by a UAV.

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IDF spots and kills terrorist planting IED near APC

Today (Sunday), Israeli forces identified a terrorist who tried to plant an IED near a Namer APC. He was targeted and killed on the spot.

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Terrorists who fired anti-tank missiles eliminated in Gaza City

Golani Brigade forces identified five terrorists who fired anti-tank missiles at the building they were in. An IAF aircraft quickly eliminated the terrorists.

Ground operation in Gaza gains force

IDF forces continue deepening operations in Gaza City, locating weapons and destroying observation posts and terrorist gathering points.

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Terrorists planting explosives are eliminated by the IAF

Terrorists identified digging into the ground to plant explosive devices, attempt to hide under blankets.

Deep in Gaza City:

Bodycam footage shows 98th Division's operations

Troops from the 98th Division are expanding operations in the dense and complex environment of Gaza City. During one of the activities, troops identified and eliminated a terrorist armed with an RPG.

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Hamas combat compound with stolen humanitarian aid destroyed

כוחות חטיבת 401 פעלו היום בעומק עזה, איתרו והשמידו מתחם לחימה מאויש שכלל מטענים, רימונים ונשק גנוב.

Over Gaza: Failed launch towards IAF helicopter

IDF spokesman reports attempted launch from Gaza City, aiming for IAF helicopter.

Terrorists open fire from Shifa hospital

IDF troops continue to engage Hamas terrorists in Gaza City, dismantling terror infrastructure.

Chief of Staff in Gaza:

'On Jewish New Year, we will bring security, defend, and prevail'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured southern Gaza City and called on residents: 'Rise up and break away from Hamas - it is responsible for your suffering.'

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IDF soldiers neutralize terrorist in Gaza

The IDF releases footage of the 401st Brigade neutralizing a terrorist in Gaza, after a battle where an officer was seriously wounded.

Close quarters battle in Gaza City: Commander severely wounded

A close-quarters gun battle broke out in Gaza City's Sheikh Radwan neighborhood after terrorists assaulted IDF troops. Multiple terrorists were eliminated.

IDF takes out Hamas structure used for rocket launches

IDF strikes military structure from which two rockets were launched towards southern Israel.

IDF estimates:

Pressure on Hamas not yet enough to push them to deal

IDF increasing intensity of fighting in Gaza City as Gazans evacuate southwards; Israel estimates terror group does not yet feel it has reached a breaking point.

IDF:

More than half a million Gazans have left Gaza City

The IDF reports that so far, more than 550,000 Gazans have left Gaza City and moved southward.

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36th Division enters Gaza City

In recent days, dozens of terror targets in the Gaza Strip were struck in order to separate the combat area and allow the ground troops to enter the area.

IDF

Terror cells eliminated from air and sea

In the past 24 hours, terrorist cells have been eliminated, terrorist command centers and infrastructures have been destroyed, and IEDs hidden against IDF forces have been neutralized.

How IDF robotic vehicles destroy Terror infrastructure in Gaza

Since the start of the operation in Gaza City, the IDF has been operating dozens of robotic armored personnel carriers to destroy terrorist infrastructure.

10 IDF soldiers injured in Humvee rollover near Gaza City

Ten IDF soldiers were lightly injured in the accident. They were evacuated to Barzilai Hospital in Ashkelon.

IDF destroys over 120 terror targets in Gaza City

IDF's 98th Division expands operations in Gaza City, locating submachine guns, ammunition, tunnel shafts, and dismantling over 120 terrorist infrastructure sites. Watch.

IDF issues evacuation warning for Gaza City building

IDF warns residents of building in Gaza City's Al-Nasr to evacuate their homes ahead of a strike; Gaza reports say IDF carried out controlled demolitions in the city.

Gaza fighting intensifies:

Tunnel shafts destroyed, terror cells eliminated

IDF continues degrading Hamas military capabilities in Gaza City and throughout the Gaza Strip.

IDF eliminates Hamas deputy intelligence chief in Gaza strike

IDF, ISA eliminate Hamas terrorist Sim Mahmoud Yusuf Abu Alkhir, Deputy Head of Military Intelligence in the Bureij Battalion.

Aerial footage:

IDF destroys explosives intended for use against soldiers

IDF dismantles weapons storage facility containing explosive devices intended to target IDF troops.

IDF continues cautious advance into Gaza City

Israeli forces are advancing carefully with a focus on learning the terrain and disrupting Hamas command structures.

Source: Living hostages being moved from place to place

Living hostages at risk due to constant movement, Hamas source tells Al Jazeera.

Avigdor Kahalani:

'Hamas will not compromise until we step on them'

Brig. Gen. (res.) Avigdor Kahalani urges commanders to press on with the capture of Gaza City. 'Hamas only understands only the language of force.'

Watch: IDF deepens ground operations in Gaza City

Over 150 targets struck, with secondary explosions at Hamas weapons production site proving presence of explosives at the scene.

IDF estimates:

New Gaza operation to last several months

Two IDF divisions enter Gaza; military estimates operation to conquer Gaza City will last two to three months, with additional time needed to clear terror infrastructure.

'Horrific':

Canada condemns Israel’s operation in Gaza City

Canada's Foreign Ministry condemns Israel's operation in Gaza City as "horrific". HonestReporting Canada: The statement ignores Hamas's role in the humanitarian crisis.

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IDF forces enter Gaza City in a 'fateful and decisive attack'

IDF publishes documentation of Division 98 forces' entry into the heart of Gaza City as part of Operation Gideon Chariots II, 'We will go forth in unity and strike the enemy with force.'

Chief of Staff

'Hamas has been struck & weakened, we'll go on into its defeat'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir addresses the operation in Gaza City. 'In this campaign, we are working to defeat a terrorist organization that declares above all else that its goal is to eliminate the existence of the State of Israel.'

IDF Spokesperson

'Hamas turned Gaza City into the largest human shield in history'

IDF Spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin issued a statement on the expansion of fighting in Gaza City and the Israeli attack in Yemen.

Defense Minister:

'If Hamas doesn't release the hostages, Gaza will be destroyed'

Defense Minister Katz visited the Gaza Strip and spoke with the troops taking the city of Gaza.

IDF confirms:

Ground troops have begun operating in Gaza City

Two regular divisions entered the heart of Gaza City overnight, as they advance while accompanied by massive air cover.

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Knesset comittee begins with prayer and Psalms for IDF

Following the announcement that the IDF has commenced its ground offensive into Gaza City, the Interior Committee began today with a reading of Psalms for the success and safety of the IDF.