Gaza Envelope Communities

IDF plans major troop reduction in Gaza border communities

The IDF plans to reduce its permanent presence in Gaza envelope communities after the elections, with reservists remaining only in towns closest to the border.

State Comptroller

Serious failures in rehabilitation of Gaza Envelope communities

A special report released by State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman raises concerns about failures in the rehabilitation of the Gaza Envelope area following the October 7th attack.

Ahead of LA Olympics:

Casey Wasserman visits southern Israel

During his visit to southern Israel, Casey Wasserman, Jewish-American businessman and chairman of the LA Olympic Organizing Committee, meets survivors of the 10/7 massacre and underscores his support for Israel amid ongoing challenges.

Daughter of former hostage:

'It was difficult, but I coped really well'

Bar, daughter of Sagui Dekel-Chen, and Lia, cousin of Emily Damari, talk to Avri Gilad about their personal struggles.

Eshkol residents furious:

'We will not accept continued attacks on our territory'

The head of the Eshkol Regional Council demands that the defense establishment investigate the mortar shell that struck an open area in Nirim. IDF says the mortar was not intercepted due to human error.

IDF probe:

Security failures in Mivtahim, first responders prevent massacre

An IDF probe found security failures in the battle for Mivtahim on October 7, while praising first responders for thwarting a planned massacre.

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.

Three missiles launched from Gaza

Two were intercepted and one fell in an open area. No injuries were reported.

Following 10/7 massacre:

Zaka volunteer recognized as severe PTSD victim

Volunteer ambulance driver who evacuated dozens of bodies from the Nova music festival is recognized as a victim of hostilities with severe PTSD.

1B NIS for Gaza Envelope residents: NIS 10,000 per family

MK Israel Eichler insists: Agreement must apply to all Ofakim residents, including yeshiva students and guests who were in the city on the day of the October 7th massacre.

Holocaust survivor who lost family on 10/7 passes away

97-year-old Holocaust survivor, Yosef Winner, who lost his grandson Yahav Winner, his granddaughter Hadar Berdichesky and her husband Itay, on October 7, passes away.

Minister Smotrich at Nir Oz:

'I am committed to bringing the hostages home'

During his visit, Minister Smotrich met with Sigal Yehud, widow of Dolev, murdered on 10/7 and Dolev's sister-in-law, Sharon Aloni Cunio, who was released from captivity.

KKL-JNF committed to supporting Gaza Envelope communities

KKL-JNF remains committed to supporting defense of Gaza Envelope communities, increasing aid for Emergency squads and fortifying protection.

Are foxes guarding Israel’s Jewish henhouse?

s there a goal-oriented method to the leadership's behavior- the remaking of our Jewish homeland into an Israeli (not Jewish) State? Op-ed

Rocket fired from Gaza toward southern Israel

Gaza terrorists fire rocket at southern Israel for the second time in 24 hours.

MDA discontinues ambulance services to Judea & Samaria

Magen David Adom says it cannot continue serving communities in Gaza envelope, north of country, Judea & Samaria due to lack of funding.

INTO THE FRAY: Israel’s stark option: Arabs in Gaza or Jews in Negev

Be Strengthened, Together

'Smart Fence' to Be Built Around Gaza Belt

Barrier to alert IDF, Regional Council at first sign of infiltration, sources say - hours after two separate incidents along the border.