Gaza Region

Blinken to visit Israel for the eighth time since October 7

Blinken, who will also visit Egypt, Jordan and Qatar, is expected to push the outline for a ceasefire and hostage release deal which President Joe Biden unveiled last week.

'Strengthened Hamas'

IDF eliminates senior Hamas terrorist in Rafah

IDF announces that Salame Muhammad Abu Ajaj, a leading terrorist in the Hamas General Security Forces in the Rafah area, was eliminated in an air strike on Thursday night.

IDF identifies 8 more terrorists eliminated in Nuseirat strike

Over the past day, the identities of eight additional terrorists who were eliminated in a precise strike on an UNRWA school in Nuseirat were confirmed.

Paratroopers Brigade joins fighting in Gaza

IDF troops are continuing operational activities in the areas of eastern Bureij and eastern Deir al Balah. Thus far, the troops have eliminated dozens of terrorists, located tunnel shafts, and destroyed terrorist infrastructure in the area.

IDF knew of tunnel used in infiltration attempt for 10 years

Security officials question why nothing was done about tunnel 200 meters from fence that had been known about since 2014 after terrorists emerged from said tunnel and killed IDF soldier.

UN chief criticizes Israel:

'UN premises are inviolable'

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemns Israel’s strike on UNRWA school in which terrorists who took part in the October 7 massacre were eliminated.

Biden to ABC News:

'I think Netanyahu is listening to me'

US President tells ABC News that Israel agreed to his three-state ceasefire proposal and that Netanyahu is "publicly" supportive of it.

Qatar clarifies:

'Hamas has not yet responded to the latest ceasefire proposal'

Earlier, The Wall Street Journal reported that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar had rejected the Biden administration's ceasefire proposal.

IDF Spokesman:

Strike on UN school stopped a 'ticking time bomb'

IDF Spokesman Daniel Hagari reveals which terrorists were killed after taking over a UNRWA school in Nuseirat.

Bezalel Smotrich:

'Our heroic soldiers are destroying Hamas and will conquer Gaza'

The Finance Minister promised the return of Jewish civilian life in the Gaza Strip, claiming the government intends for there to be long-term Israeli military control over the area, 'There is no precedent for military control without civilian presence.'

Givati soldiers find weapons production workshop in Rafah

Dozens of varied weapons were found in the area, including rifles, grenades, munitions, and more.

Report:

Only half of Hamas terrorists in Gaza killed since October 7

Hamas has 9,000-12,000 terrorists remaining in Gaza out of 20,000-25,000 before October 7, 7,000-8,000 of whom are entrenched in Rafah.

Terrorists attempting to breach Gaza border are eliminated

Terrorists nearing Gaza-Israel border eliminated after opening fire towards IDF forces in the area.

Putin lashes out at Israel:

'Complete elimination of the population in Gaza'

Russian President criticizes Israel over its operations in Gaza: What is currently happening in Gaza in response to the terrorist attack on Israel does not resemble a war at all.

In IDF strike in Gaza:

Terrorists who took part in October 7 massacre eliminated

IAF fighter jets strike Hamas compound inside UNRWA school in Nuseirat, eliminate Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists who directed terror attacks from the compound.

State Department spokesman:

'It's time for Hamas to accept the proposal'

US continues pressure on Hamas to accept three-point deal unveiled by Biden: The only thing standing in between the people of Gaza and an immediate ceasefire is Hamas.

1.25 mile tunnel that reached Philadelphi Corridor destroyed

The tunnel that was located was extensive and contained blast doors, inside which the troops located weapons such as AK-47s, anti-tank missiles, many intelligence assets and explosives.

'Influencer' Yechiel Jacobs:

'The Americans are really on our side. Israel is not alone'

Instagram influencer Yechiel Jacobs spoke to Arutz Sheva, bringing a strong message: 'Israel is one of the smallest countries on planet earth, but we're the biggest family on planet earth. Keep together, keep supporting each other. Am Yisrael Chai.”

Mile-long terror tunnel uncovered and destroyed in central Gaza

During raids in Sabra area, troops located rocket warheads and many weapons including rockets and an anti-aircraft missile launcher.

US submits draft UN resolution on Gaza ceasefire deal

US submits new resolution to the UN Security Council expressing support for the hostage release and ceasefire proposal unveiled by US President Joe Biden last week.

Minister Amichai Chikli:

'We must continue the war and defeat Hamas'

Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli speaks at Arutz Sheva-Israel National News Jerusalem Conference in New York City: Ending the war while Hamas is still in power is impossible.

British shadow minister under threat by anti-Israel mob

Wes Streeting no longer travels on public transport after receiving death threats over his stance on Gaza, 'despite my vocal criticisms of Israel and consistent advocacy for an independent Palestinian state.'

30 terror targets struck over last day

Troops locate large quantities of weapons and eliminate armed terrorists in Rafah area.

Chile joins South Africa's ICJ case against Israel

Chilean President Gabriel Boric accuses the IDF of using “indiscriminate and disproportional” force in Gaza.

David Cameron:

'Hamas must accept Biden's ceasefire deal'

British Foreign Secretary calls on Hamas to accept new ceasefire deal outlined by Biden: Let’s seize this moment and bring this conflict to an end.

Hamas:

'We view Biden's proposal positively'

Hamas responds to three-phase proposal presented by Biden, says it is ready to deal "positively and constructively" with any proposal based on a permanent ceasefire and complete Israeli withdrawal from the Gaza Strip.

'It's time for this war to end'

Biden outlines three-phase Israeli proposal for Gaza ceasefire

US President urges Israelis to back latest proposal because "at this point, Hamas no longer is capable of carrying out another October 7."

US, Egypt and Israel to discuss Rafah crossing

White House to hold a trilateral meeting in Cairo next week to discuss the reopening of the Rafah crossing, reports Axios.

Cleared for publication:

Two soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

Adar Gavriel, 24, from Caesarea, fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip. Yehonatan Elias, 20, from Jerusalem, fell in battle in the southern Gaza Strip. One soldier was seriously injured.

IDF destroys tunnel where bodies of hostages were found

After the bodies of Shani Louk, Amit Buskila, Ron Benjamin, Yitzchak Gelernter, Hanan Yablonka, Michel Nisenbaum, and Orion Hernandez were found in a tunnel in Jabaliya, the IDF destroyed the entrances to the tunnel.

Cleared for publication:

Two soldiers murdered in attack near Shechem

IDF also confirms that Staff sergeant Yedidya Azugi fell in battle in Gaza. Three soldiers seriously injured.

Blinken:

'Israel must come up with a post-war plan for Gaza'

US Secretary of State warns that the absence of a post-war plan could trigger lawlessness, chaos and a comeback by Hamas.

'A huge blow to the town'

Staff Sergeant Yedidya Azugi fell in Gaza

Sergeant Yedidia Azugi, 22, from the town of Revava in Samaria, was killed in battle in Gaza. He is survived by his parents, Dalia and Eliyahu, and five brothers and sisters.

Three Nahal Brigade soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

Staff sergeant Amir Galilove, Staff sergeant Uri Bar Or, and Staff sergeant Ido Appel killed in battle in Gaza.

John Kirby:

'Israel's strike in Rafah didn't cross Biden's red line'

White House National Security Council spokesperson tells reporters Washington hasn't yet seen a major Israeli ground operation in Rafah.

Algeria circulates UN resolution calling for end to Rafah op.

The UN Security Council resolution demands an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and calls for the immediate release of all hostages taken during on Oct. 7.

US pier off Gaza breaks, sustains damage

Pentagon spokesperson says repairs to the damaged port will take more than a week.

Dua Lipa blasts Israel:

'Burning children alive can never be justified'

Pop star Dua Lipa accuses Israel of “genocide” in Gaza while calling for a ceasefire in the war against Hamas: The whole world is mobilizing to stop the Israeli genocide.

US official:

'Shrapnel from Israel's Rafah strike led to fuel tank fire'

US official: Israel told Biden administration that it used a precision munition to hit a target in Rafah, but shrapnel from the explosion ignited a fuel tank nearby and started a fire that engulfed a camp for Gazans who fled their homes.

Nation Building’s last stand in Gaza

Rafah isn’t just the last stand for Hamas, but for an entire foreign policy establishment. Op-ed.

AOC charges:

'Israeli strike in Rafah - an indefensible atrocity'

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez blasts Israel over IDF strike against senior Hamas terrorists in Rafah, calls on Biden to stop military aid shipments to Israel.

At Algeria's request:

UN Security Council to discuss Rafah strike

UN Security Council to convene emergency meeting to discuss IDF strike in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, which Hamas claimed killed dozens.

Jabaliya:

Arrest of a terrorist led to the location of dozens of explosives

Interrogation of an arrested terrorist led to the location of dozens of explosives during the battles waged by the 460th Brigade Combat Team in Jabaliya.

Soldier seriously wounded in battle in northern Gaza

IDF soldier from the HaMarom Brigade was seriously wounded in battle with terrorists in the northern Gaza Strip yesterday.

Strike in Rafah:

Two senior Hamas terrorists eliminated

IAF aircraft eliminates terrorist Yassin Rabia, the Commander of Hamas’ leadership in Judea and Samaria, as well as Khaled Nagar, a senior official in Hamas’ Judea and Samaria wing.

Report in Rafah:

Dozens killed in area with Gazans who fled their homes

IDF Spokesperson's Unit confirms the IDF attacked in Rafah, clarifies the reports of dozens of deaths are still under investigation: The attack was carried out against terrorists who are a target for attack in accordance with international law.

Rocket parts, weapons found in Jabalya school

In Rafah, IDF troops located tunnel shafts and large quantities of weapons, including AK-47s, RPGs, grenades, and explosives. In addition, two rocket launchers in the Rafah area that were aimed at Kerem Shalom were struck overnight.

In wake of Hague?

IDF reduces forces in Rafah after ICJ ruling

Israel and Egypt reportedly will reopen the Rafah Crossing to allow humanitarian aid into Rafah as troops removed from the city.

US Army vessels become unmoored near floating Gaza pier

CENTCOM announces four US Army vessels supporting the humanitarian floating pier mission in Gaza became unmoored. Two of them are anchored on a Gaza beach, and the other two are beached near Ashkelon.

'Ground-breaking order'

South Africa hails ICJ ruling on Rafah operation

South Africa's government welcomes ruling by the International Court Justice that ordered Israel to halt the operation on the southern Gaza city of Rafah.

New York:

Video showing kidnapping of IDF lookouts screened at Times Square

The three-minute video shows lookouts Liri Albag, Karina Ariev, Agam Berger, Daniela Gilboa, and Naama Levy before Hamas kidnapped them to Gaza on October 7.

In conversation with Biden:

Egyptian President agrees to release Gaza aid via Israel

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi agrees to allow humanitarian aid to Gaza to enter via Kerem Shalom crossing instead of Rafah crossing.

Reservist seriously injured in battle in Gaza

Eight soldiers have been injured in the past day, one of them seriously, according to IDF data.

Bodies of 3 hostages recovered from Gaza

IDF, Shin Bet, locate and recover bodies of Michel Nisenbaum, Hanan Yablonka, and Orion Hernandez Radoux, who were murdered on October 7.

Report:

US to be involved in Gaza administration after war

Biden Administration discussing appointment of senior civilian advisor to the peacekeeping force that will be established in Gaza the day after the war

Dozens of terrorists eliminated in Jabaliya

In battles with terrorists, troops destroyed launch posts and underground tunnel shafts and found weapons, including explosive devices, mortar shells, AK-47 rifles, sniper rifles,

US service member critically injured during work on Gaza pier

Defense officials say three US service members were injured, one of them critically, while supporting a mission to provide humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.

Pentagon spokesman:

'No final decision on paused weapons shipment'

Pentagon Press Secretary Patrick Ryder tells Channel 13 News: We’re going to continue to provide Israel with the munitions it needs to defend itself.

Who's In charge until 'The Day After' In Gaza

Not a pleasant job, running Gaza for the forseeable future until the war is won, but them's the breaks. Op-ed.

Austin to Gallant:

'Urgent need to increase humanitarian assistance to Gaza'

US Defense Secretary speaks to Defense Minister, reiterates "strong US objections to the International Criminal Court prosecutor's outrageous application for arrest warrants against Israeli leaders."