First time since massacre:

Prime Minister Netanyahu visits Kibbutz Nir Oz

Netanyahu visited the kibbutz for the first time a year and nine months after Hamas terrorists murdered or abducted a quarter of its residents.

First time since 10.7

No closed military zones in Western Negev

Several roads near Gaza remain restricted, but civilian access to communities in the western Negev has been restored under new IDF orders.

Gov’t ends evacuation aid for rehabilitated Gaza border towns

Residents of 7 must return home by July 31, while 5 will continue receiving state support due to ongoing reconstruction.

The battle of Pri Gan

Shlomit community security team saved the moshav

Military probe reveals critical delays and command breakdowns in IDF response to October 7th infiltration; local security teams hailed for averting massacre at Pri Gan despite heavy losses.

Cleared for publication:

SGM Dejen Daniel Sahalo killed in operational accident near Gaza

Sergeant Major (Res.) Dejen Daniel Sahalo, a combat soldier in the 5067th Engineering Battalion, was killed in a car accident during operational activity in the area of the communities near the Gaza Strip.

'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.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We must defeat Hamas, we are preparing to return to battle'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir met with local leaders in the Gaza envelope and pledged: 'The hostages are our top priority.'

Gadi Mozes returns to Nir Oz:

'I hope to soon return and work the fields'

A week after being released from Hamas captivity, Gadi Mozes returns to his home in Nir Oz. 'I hope to soon return and work the fields and contribute to the rebuilding of Kibbutz Nir Oz.'

Gaza Envelope Communities:

Judea and Samaria Council leaders visit Nir Oz

Judea and Samaria Council leaders visit Nir Oz to gain a deeper understanding of what occurred in the kibbutz during the October 7th massacre, learn about their current rehabilitation process.

Intelligence Commander:

'A repeat of 10/7 massacre is still possible'

Intelligence commander of the Gaza Division spoke to security officers in the border area and said that even though chances are small a terrorist infiltration as on 10/7 is possible.

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Rabbi Yaakov Ariel recites Kaddish prayer in Nir Oz

Senior religious Zionist rabbis toured the Gaza envelope and called for a deal to release the hostages that would not harm Israeli security.

Report:

Government reconsidering October 7th ceremony amid opposition

As many of the kibbutzim that suffered the most during the October 7th massacre announce that they will not attend the state ceremony, the government is reconsidering.

Ahead of Tisha B'Av event:

Areas in Gaza envelope declared closed military zones

Due to fears that participants in a Nachala Movement Eicha reading event will attempt to infiltrate into the Gaza Strip

Southern command chief signs:

Localities near Gaza border declared closed military zones

Head of IDF Southern Command signs order to change the policy of closed military zones in several localities in the Gaza Envelope and in agricultural areas. The order is in effect until July 31.

Government extends assistance for war-affected residents

The Government approved Prime Minister Netanyahu's proposal to extend the evacuation and respite for residents of southern and northern communities, until 31 August 2024.

General admits:

Wounded soldiers were prioritized over civilians on October 7th

Maj. Gen. (Res.) Mickey Edelstein admitted to the residents of Netiv Ha'asara that in some places the military did not act correctly.

Months after massacre

Unknown assailants infiltrate base and attack soldier

The unknown individuals were allowed to enter by the sentries at the gate, proceeded to find the soldier, and assaulted him. Military Police investigating.

Government approves plan to rebuild Gaza envelope

A sum of NIS 19 billion will be invested into housing, infrastructure, education, employment, health, and more in the area ravaged by the October 7th massacre.

New exhibit at Hostage Square aims to inspire unity and healing

32 individual mosaics, reflecting the symbols of 32 Gaza border communities, were created by students at the Neveh Channah High School, part of the Ohr Torah Stone educational network.

'You can't stop us'

Displaced families return to kibbutz for Purim march

The residents of Kerem Shalom returned to their Kibbutz to celebrate the annual Purim "Adeloyada" march.

IDF:

Residents near Gaza border can return home

The IDF has concluded that there is no security reason preventing the residents of several evacuated Gaza border communities from returning to their homes.

Date set for Gaza envelope residents return

According to the timetable that will be approved by the IDF, the return will be possible as of 1 March 2024. Those who choose to remain in hotels will be able to stay there until 7 July 2024.

Municipal leaders spend the night in PM's Office

Municipal leaders from the Gaza envelope are refusing to leave the Prime Minister's Office until they meet with him to discuss a plan for their residents to return home.

Gaza area leaders to PM:

'How will we go home? We don't want more sirens'

Prime Minister Netanyahu met with Gaza area leaders who demanded that Hamas be eliminated.

Netanyahu:

'The Gaza Strip will remain under the control of the IDF'

Prime Minister meets local council leaders of Gaza adjacent communities, assures them there will no longer be a threat from Gaza.

Bereaved mother:

'They abandoned us, they let them slaughter my husband and son'

Sabine Taasa, whose husband and son were murdered and whose two other sons were injured, demands: Beat their brains in.

IDF sending reinforcements:

Terrorist incendiary balloons cause fires in Gaza envelope

Firefighters get blaze under control after terrorists resume sending arson balloons. IDF moving additional troops into the region.

On Passover night:

Gaza terrorists fire two rockets towards southern Israel

Two rockets fired from the Gaza Strip toward Israeli territory. One launch explodes in Gazan territory, the other in open area.

After Al-Aqsa clashes:

Rocket barrage on southern Israel, IDF bombs Hamas training camp

Sirens sound in communities located near the border with the Gaza Strip and in Sderot. IDF says 16 launches identified.

After Jenin operation:

Rocket fired from Gaza Strip, explodes in Gazan territory

Sirens sound in Kibbutz Nir Am shortly after 3:00 a.m. IDF: Rocket launch identified which seems to have exploded inside the Gaza Strip.

New town near Gaza border:

Goldknopf to propose establishment of Hanun

The town will be established as a mixed community for about 500 religious and secular families.

Following assessment:

Restrictions near Gaza border will continue

The restrictions and road closures in the area near the Gaza border will continue on Friday.

Sderot Mayor:

'The residents should not be held hostage'

Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi blasts conduct of security establishment. "Terrorists must be eliminated and threats must be neutralized."

Islamic Jihad:

'We have aerial photos of towns near Gaza border'

Islamic Jihad organization presents aerial photographs obtained through intelligence-gathering missions of UAVs.

Balloons vs. rockets

Don't tell me the brains in this country of hi-tech that created the Iron Dome and jammed the terror tunnels cannot overcome balloons.Op-ed.

Incendiary balloon causes fire in home near Gaza border

Fire breaks out in a house in Kibbutz Be'eri, believed to be result of incendiary balloons. No injuries reported.

PM announces establishment of new Gaza envelope community

Netanyahu updates Cabinet on efforts to emerge from lockdown, intention to build new community in Gaza periphery.

24 fires break out as balloon terrorism continues

24 fires break out in communities near the Gaza border as a result of continued firing of incendiary balloons.

Watch: Explosive attached to balloons neutralized

19 fires caused by incendiary balloons launched from Gaza today. Hamas is now attaching explosives to balloons.

Two rockets fired from Gaza, IDF retaliates

IDF attacks Hamas infrastructure in Gaza after two rockets fired towards southern Israel.

Gaza envelope resident convicted of contacts with Hamas

Be'er Sheva District Court convicts resident of moshav near Gaza border of contact with a foreign agent.

Islamic Jihad: We turned life in Gaza envelope into 'hell'

Spokesman for Islamic Jihad's terrorist arm says life in "settlements" on Gaza border has become a "hell" thanks to the group's attacks.

Calm maintained in the south

The last siren in southern Israel was heard after 11:00 p.m., before a ceasefire reportedly went into effect.

Gantz demands PM show up for discussion on the south

Blue and White chairman writes PM demanding that he attend discussion initiated by the opposition on the security situation in the south.

New defense system to stop balloon bombs

Netanyahu says Israel may act militarily even before the elections if attacks from Gaza do not stop.

IDF believes: Hamas is responsible for incendiary balloons

IDF officials say the organization which is ruling Gaza is leading the renewal of the balloon terrorism.

Residents of Gaza envelope outraged by Galant's comments

Minister Galant says his job is not to calm the children of the south, angering the frustrated residents.

MK Golan: Either fight Hamas or make deal with it

Democratic Union MK Maj. Gen. Yair Golan warns Israel must choose between full-scale military operation or negotiated settlement with Hamas.

Rocket fired at southern Israel, IDF attacks in Gaza

Rocket fired from Gaza explodes in open area in Eshkol Regional Council. IDF attacks Hamas military post.

School cancelled in Gaza border towns Friday

Council leaders cancel school after rocket fired hours after cease-fire goes into effect.

Sderot Mayor: Israel gives immunity to terrorists

Mayor Alon Davidi responds to escalation on the Gaza border: We demand eliminations of terrorists and a military operation.

Terrorists fire two rockets from Gaza

Red Color siren sounded in Kissufim. IDF says rockets did not cross into Israeli territory.

Israel planning 'security wall' on Gaza border

Defense establishment decides to build wall to counter terrorist infiltration from the Gaza Strip.

Report: Israel and Hamas agree on truce

PA report says Israel and Hamas reached an agreement to end firing of incendiary balloons in exchange for increase in fishing area.

'A balloon falls out of the sky and explodes without warning'

An agricultural director in the Gaza envelope says that they were told to harvest their wheat before it ripened due to incendiary balloons.

INTO THE FRAY: Cracks in the Dome?

Matriculation exam cancelled for students in south

Matriculation exam in civics will not take place on Monday in communities located up to 40 kilometers from the Gaza border.

Two Arabs caught after crossing Gaza border

Security forces capture two suspects who crossed Gaza border fence. They were transferred to the Shin Bet.

IDF attacks Hamas military compound

IAF airplanes and helicopters strike Hamas military compound in central Gaza following balloon bomb attack on Gaza envelope.

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