Dramatic arrest brought information about Hamas
Head of security for senior Hamas officials in Gaza was arrested by Israeli security forces and provided valuable information about the conduct of senior Hamas officials.
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Netanyahu:
'Victory requires eliminating all Hamas battalions'
PM addresses media following deadly shooting near Eli, says Israel has not received answers on which hostages would be released in a potential deal.
Israelis broke through checkpoint, crossed into Gaza
Israelis protesting near the Erez checkpoint broke through a military checkpoint and crossed the border from Israel to the Gaza Strip.
Gallant:
'Hamas tunnels networks turned into traps for them'
Defense Minister tours northern Gaza, says IDF ready to act in Rafah at a time of Israel's choosing.
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IDF battalion activity in area where 2 soldiers fell
Watch the Tzabar battalion’s combat activity. The soldiers located and destroyed Hamas shafts and terrorist infrastructure. Iftah Shahar and Itai Seif fell in battle.
Bypassing UNRWA
US announces humanitarian aid for Palestinian Arabs
USAID says the aid will go through the World Food Program and non-governmental groups rather than UNRWA, whose employees took part in October 7 massacre.
Cleared for publication:
Two soldiers fell in battle in Gaza
IDF Spokesperson's Unit clears for publication that Major Iftah Shahar and Captain Itai Seif fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip. Seven soldiers seriously injured.
Father of freed 9-year-old:
'If we don't finish the job, it'll happen again'
Thomas Hand, father of nine-year-old Emily who was freed from Hamas captivity after 50 days, says Israel must “finish the job” against Hamas.
Report:
US wants written assurances on weapons in Gaza
Officials tell Axios that Biden administration gave Israel until mid-March to sign letter that provides assurances that it will abide by international law while using US weapons in Gaza.
Major Yiftah Shahar killed in battle in Gaza Strip
The Middle Arava Regional Council announced that Major Yiftah Shahar, resident of Moshav Paran, a company commander in the Givati Brigade, was killed in battle in the Gaza Strip.
7 students from Yeshivat HaGolan wounded in Gaza
The yeshiva announced that several of its students were wounded in combat in Gaza this morning.
Sentenced to suicide
I once read that Jews excel in every field but politics. There could be some truth to that. Israel must stop compromising and utter a firm and definitive 'No!' to a Palestani State. Op-ed.
Biden:
'I hope for a ceasefire by next Monday'
US President speaks to reporters in New York: My national security adviser tells me that they’re close. My hope is by next Monday we’ll have a ceasefire.
PA official rejects Netanyahu's Gaza plan
Nabil Abu Rudeineh, Palestinian Authority information chief, calls Netanyahu's 'day after' plan an attempt to exile 'Palestinians' from Gaza, insists it lacks a political future.
Tunnel went under hospital, university
10-kilometer long tunnel from northern to southern Gaza uncovered by the IDF.
Only hours before the massacre:
Hundreds of terrorists changed to Israeli SIM cards
Just hours before the surprise attack on Israel on the morning of October 7th, hundreds of terrorists switched their phones to Israeli SIM cards
Cleared for publication:
Officer and four soldiers seriously injured in Gaza
IDF Spokesperson's Unit clears for publication that an officer and four soldiers were seriously injured in Gaza battles. They were evacuated to hospital for medical treatment.
IDF Spokesperson in WSJ:
'Our mission is to bring our hostages home'
IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari publishes op-ed in The Wall Street Journal, outlines the difference between Hamas, which uses civilians as human shields, and the IDF which tries to prevent harm to civilians.
IDF captain tells how Hamas abused a 4-year-old girl
Captain Yigal Dilmoni tells how Hamas abuses Gaza civilians: ‘They pulled a little girl out of a shaft to test our alertness. They sacrificed her.’
PM to CBS News:
'Entering Rafah to achieve total victory over Hamas'
PM Netanyahu to CBS News: 'We’re going to enter Rafah. We will win this war and we will not stop until we achieve victory.'
Operation at Nasser Hospital concludes
200 terrorists arrested, many weapons found in operation at Gaza hospital. IDF facilitates resupply of hospital, provides generator.
Report: Israel to present Egypt with Rafah plan
Israel ramping up dialogue with Egypt to prevent tensions over future Rafah operation.
Countering propaganda: 'Gaza is an open-air prison'
Over the past 15 years a quarter of a million young Palestinians left for abroad. Op-ed.
Chief of Staff:
'Combat is the most effective tool for negotiations'
Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi says that the continued war in Gaza is the surest way to secure the hostages' release.
PA, Hamas:
'Netanyahu's post-war plans doomed to fail'
PA and Hamas both denounce Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal for the "day after" Hamas, which was discussed by the Political-Security Cabinet.
Kirby on post-war plans:
'We don't believe in forced displacement of Gazans'
White House National Security Council Spokesperson asked about Israel's post-war plans: We have very consistent positions, we still hold to them.
Hostage deal talks in Paris:
Israeli officials optimistic, but no agreement yet
Israel willing to be flexible on the days of respite and on humanitarian aid, but will not agree to cessation of the fighting.
British MPs melt down over Gaza
Democratic procedures are being destroyed by anti-Israel mob intimidation. Those who attempt to destroy the Jews invariably destroy themselves. We are watching it happen to the West in real time. Op-ed.
UNRWA chief:
'We've reached a breaking point'
UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini tells General Assembly the agency's ability to fulfill its mandate is "seriously threatened".
Netanyahu presents:
The plan for 'the day after Hamas'
Prime Minister Netanyahu brings before the Cabinet his proposal for the "day after" Hamas, which includes the shutting down of UNRWA and a complete demilitarization of Gaza.
Over Israel criticism
Rep. Torres quits Congressional Progressive Caucus
New York Democrat has been one of the most vocally pro-Israel Democrats in the House.
Israeli pilot program:
Civilian management of population in northern Gaza
Israel to test plan in which a Gazan citizen will manage the Zeitoun neighborhood instead of Hamas.
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Chaos at UK House of Commons over Gaza vote
UK House Speaker Lindsay Hoyle comes under fire after allowing a Labour motion on the Gaza ceasefire to be voted on.
PA demands plan for Gaza rehabilitation
PA cabinet leader calls on international community to initiate a plan for the rehabilitation of the Gaza Strip similar to the rehabilitation of Europe after World War II.
Blinken to Brazilian Pres.:
'We do not agree with your comments on Gaza'
Secretary of State tells Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva during meeting that the US does not agree with his comparing Israel's actions in Gaza to those of Hitler.
Over Rafah operation
UK to consider suspending arms exports to Israel
The Guardian reports that, as the humanitarian situation in Gaza has worsened, diplomatic pressure has been mounting on the UK to suspend arms exports to Israel.
IDF destroys tunnel used by senior Hamas officials
Kilometer-long tunnel used by Hamas leadership in Khan Yunis uncovered and destroyed.
Cleared for publication:
Staff sergeant Abraham Wovagen fell in Gaza
Staff sergeant Abraham Wovagen, 21, from Netanya, fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip. Three other soldiers injured.
'Strong disappointment'
China criticizes US veto of resolution on Gaza
China's permanent representative to the UN after US vetoes Security Council resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza: The US veto sends a wrong message.
'There's genocide in Gaza'
Colombian President backs Brazilian President
Colombian President Gustavo Petro expresses support for comments made by Brazilian President da Silva, who compared Israel’s actions in Gaza to those of Hitler during World War II.
Brazil's FM:
'Israel trying to hide Gaza massacre'
Brazil’s Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira accuses Israeli counterpart Israel Katz of “lying” amid tensions between the two countries.
440 UNRWA workers active members in Hamas military
9,500 of the 12,000 UNRWA employees have direct ties to Hamas – some are terrorists participating in active fighting against Israel.
Weapons found in building adjacent to UN school
Paratroopers Brigade soldiers located large quantities of weapons inside a building adjacent to a UN school in Khan Yunis. The school had been used as a humanitarian shelter for Gazan residents.
Bereaved Father:
'We were given a gift, to be able to say goodbye'
Eitan Morell, father of fallen soldier Maoz Morell, to Arutz Sheva: 'It gives me a small measure of comfort, even though I know it doesn't really make a difference, to know that he fell in battle. He was fighting. That does give me some comfort.'
US official:
'We won't rush to vote on UNSC resolution on Gaza'
Senior US official says the Biden administration is not planning “to rush” passage of UN Security Council resolution that urges a temporary ceasefire in Gaza.
Except for Hungary
26 EU countries call for pause in Gaza war
The EU countries also reiterate their calls for Israel not to launch an assault on the Gaza city of Rafah.
'Despicable and unfounded'
UN experts claim IDF troops raped Palestinian women
Israel’s UN mission denounces Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights which accused IDF soldiers of raping Palestinian Arab women and girls in detention.
US resolution:
Temporary Gaza ceasefire, opposition to Rafah op.
US proposes alternative draft Security Council resolution calling for temporary ceasefire and opposing Israeli ground offensive in Rafah.
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IDF releases footage of Bibas family in Gaza
Video shows Shiri and her 4-year-old son Ariel and 9-month-old son Kfir in southern Gaza days after the massacre. Their current condition is unknown.
Cleared for publication:
Staff sergeant Simon Shlomov fell in Gaza
Staff sergeant Simon Shlomov, 20, from Kiryat Bialik, fell in battle in the southern Gaza Strip on Sunday.
Jordanian FM:
'Netanyahu determined to continue more killing'
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi blames Netanyahu for hostage release deal not having been agreed upon yet.
Change of stance?
British Labour leader calls for Gaza ceasefire
Keir Starmer's aides insist his latest words do not amount to a change in position.
Documented October 7
Injured 'journalist' to be treated in Qatar
Al Jazeera reporter Ismail Abu Omar will be flown to Qatar after being injured by Israeli drone strike in Gaza.
Israeli security forces' request from Gaza residents
Gaza residents promised cash reward for providing information about Israeli hostages. Residents receive text messages saying: 'Don't hesitate. Contact us at this number.'
UNRWA chief claims:
'Israel is aiming to destroy us'
UNRWA commissioner-general Philippe Lazzarini accuses Israel of aiming to “destroy” the organization.
Gallant:
'Dozens of UNRWA workers assisted in Oct. 7 attack'
Defense Minister reveals to foreign reporters the identities and details of Hamas terrorists who were employed by UNRWA and who participated in the group’s massacre in Israel on October 7.
ICJ rejects request to prevent operation in Rafah
International Court of Justice rules on South Africa’s request to consider whether Israel operations in Rafah breach the orders the court handed down last month.
IDF:
'We did not target generators at hospital'
IDF helps repair broken generator at Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, supplies food for infants and water to the hospital.
At Khan Yunis hospital
IDF finds medications with names of hostages
IDF says the source of the medications and how they were used is currently under investigation.
Biden:
'There has to be a temporary ceasefire'
US President says he hopes Israel will not launch a land invasion of Rafah before a hostage release deal is reached.