Gaza Region

Journalist and author on 10/7:

Claims Hamas was on way to TA, but was hit by surprise

Journalist and author, Ilan Kfir, describes the October 7th attack and reveals new information about Hamas' plans in his new book.

Israel considers distribution of guns to leaders in Gaza

Security sources claim that it will be impossible to form a governmental alternative to Hamas, without armed groups in Gaza that are not affiliated with Hamas.

Defense Min. takes off for US visit

Defense Min. takes off for official visit to the US, promises to focus on preserving Israel’s qualitative military edge, achieving common goals of victory over Hamas, returning hostages home.

IDF captures Gaza drone manufacturing facility

65 terrorist targets struck in northern Gaza, 480 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists apprehended at Shifa Hospital as war continues.

UNSC to vote on resolution demanding ceasefire in Gaza

The resolution is backed by Russia and China. A vote is expected on Monday.

Former Shin Bet chief:

'Give them a state? That would be a disaster'

Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen warns against a Palestinian state: We need to explain to the world that we are dealing with a population that behaves in barbaric and sadistic manners.

John Kirby:

'An Israeli operation in Rafah would be a disaster'

White House spokesperson John Kirby says US will share with Israeli officials alternatives for eliminating Hamas in Gaza without a ground offensive in Rafah.

'You are next':

Death threat sent to Israeli ambassador to Ireland

Authorities in Ireland investigating after a letter containing a death threat and a package of white powder were sent to the Israeli ambassador to Ireland.

After Israel visit:

Blinken again warns against Rafah operation

Secretary of State speaks to reporters after meeting Netanyahu: We share Israel’s goal of defeating Hamas, but a major military ground operation in Rafah is not the way to do it.

Rep. Tlaib charges:

'Israel is using starvation as a weapon of war'

Rep. Rashida Tlaib continues to level accusations at Israel amid the war against Hamas.

US official:

'Pier off Gaza should be ready by May 1'

Chief of Staff of the National Security Council says the US military is working hard to ensure pier that will facilitate transfer of aid to Gaza is ready by the target date.

US to submit draft UNSC resolution on Gaza

US says the new resolution will urge "an immediate ceasefire" in Gaza linked to the release of the hostages held by Hamas.

EU calls for 'immediate pause' in Gaza fighting

European Union’s 27 leaders urge Israel not to launch a major ground offensive in the city of Rafah.

RFK Jr.:

'Israel didn't choose this war'

Independent US presidential candidate offers staunch support for Israel: A ceasefire? I don't even know what that means right now.

Netanyahu to Republicans:

'Israel will continue its efforts to defeat Hamas'

Republican Senators who attended Netanyahu's address at their policy lunch say the PM stressed he is going to finish the job in Gaza.

CNN interviews 'godmother of settler movement'

CNN speaks to Nachala General Director Daniella Weiss about campaign to bring Jews back to Gaza in article accusing settler movement of seeking ethnic cleansing.

South African FM at it again:

'Israel setting precedent to defy ICJ'

South Africa’s Foreign Minister accuses Israel of defying ICJ interim ruling that it should take action to prevent acts of genocide as it fights Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

Jared Kushner:

'A Palestinian state is a super bad idea'

Former US President Donald Trump's son-in-law suggests that Gazans should be moved to the Negev in order to allow the IDF to complete its military campaign against Hamas.

Report:

Hamas police chief killed in Gaza

Nuseirat camp police chief reportedly killed in airstrike in Gaza.

Biden’s ‘Trojan Pier’ for Gaza

Nothing about the plan to build a floating pier off Gaza makes sense. The Biden administration is creating a gateway to Gaza that Israel isn’t supposed to control. Op-ed.

UNRWA chief claims:

'Israel blocked me from entering Gaza'

UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini: I intended to go into Rafah today, but my entry was declined. Israel responds: Another attempt by UNRWA to blame Israel for their own mistakes.

Biden:

'Target Hamas without major operation in Rafah'

US President says he asked Netanyahu to send a team to Washington to discuss ways to target Hamas without a major ground operation in Rafah.

Video showing kidnapping of IDF soldier located

IDF finds video of the kidnapping of soldier Oz Daniel. Hamas edited the video so that it would appear that Daniel was kidnapped while he was still alive.

Trudeau to Gantz:

'Concerned over Israeli operation in Rafah'

Canadian Prime Minister speaks to Minister Benny Gantz, condemns Hamas but also shares his concern around Israel’s planned offensive in the Gaza city of Rafah.

Five Months Later:

'Rescue forces still searching for massacre victims

The effort to find and properly bury all those killed during the Hamas invasion is carrying on even months after the massacre.

Shifa Hospital: 'Focused, selective, precise'

The commander of the Shayetet 13 commandos details the operationin the Shifaa Hospital in Gaza.

20 terrorists eliminated at Shifa Hospital

IDF, Shin Bet carry out counter-terrorism operation at Gaza hospital, seize terrorist funds, and arrest dozens of terrorists.

Biden to Irish PM:

'Two-state solution the only path to lasting peace'

US President Joe Biden hosts Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar, calls for increase in the scope of humanitarian aid to Gaza and for a hostage release deal.

Nighttime operation in Gaza:

IDF operating in Shifa Hospital

IDF troops launch precise operation in the area of the Shifa Hospital based on intelligence information indicating the use of the hospital by senior Hamas terrorists.

Hamas fears:

Israel will use Issa's body as a bargaining chip

Palestinian Arab sources say that Hamas realized that the bodies of Marwan Issa and another military leader are buried under a tunnel in Nuseirat.

The 3rd solution for Gaza is the one that can work

Read on to find out what the three suggested solutions for the day after the war are - and why the only one that can work is the third. Opinion.

18 terrorists in Gaza eliminated from air, land

Over the past day approximately 18 terrorists were killed by sniper, shell, and aerial fire. During one of the strikes, IDF troops identified and directed an air strike against four terrorists operating adjacent to the forces.

Blinken, Bahrain Crown Prince discuss hostage deal

US Secretary of State meets Bahraini Crown Prince in Manama to discuss potential ceasefire-hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas.

Cleared for publication:

Soldier seriously injured in battle in central Gaza

A soldier from Battalion 601 was seriously injured on Friday in a battle in the central Gaza Strip. The soldier was taken to hospital for medical treatment.

Blinken:

'We have yet to see Israel's plan for Rafah'

US Secretary of State Antony says Israeli plan needs to ensure civilians in Rafah are appropriately cared for once they are out of harm's way.

115 tons of food and water:

Ship transporting humanitarian aid arrives in Gaza

IDF accompanies ship transporting humanitarian aid from the World Central Kitchen (WCK) organization which arrived in the maritime space of the Gaza Strip.

Watch:

Terrorists open fire on Gazans waiting for aid

IDF releases exclusive footage of Palestinian Arab terrorists opening fire on Gazan civilians in South Zeytun in the Strip, an incident which Hamas blamed on Israel.

US finalizes draft UN resolution on Gaza war

The draft supports international diplomatic efforts to establish Gaza ceasefire as part of a deal that releases the hostages.

Palestinian Arabs claim:

'IDF fired on Gazans waiting for humanitarian aid'

Gazan “ministry of health” claims dozens were killed by Israeli gunfire while awaiting aid trucks. IDF: The reports are false.

Hostage release deal:

Hamas submits response, Cabinet to convene

The Cabinet will meet on Friday afternoon and discuss Hamas' response to the deal. Prime Minister’s Office: Hamas continues making preposterous demands.

Amid Gaza war:

Sharp rise in antisemitism in Austria

President of local Jewish community says as many as eight to nine antisemitic incidents are reported per day since October 7.

Freed hostage:

'Nurses at Gaza hospital were cheering'

Judith Raanan, who was kidnapped together with her daughter on October 7 and freed 13 days later, shares her experience in TV interview.

Report:

US will only support 'small-scale' Rafah operation

Politico report: Senior US officials have told their Israeli counterparts the Biden administration would support a Rafah operation as long as Israel avoids a large-scale invasion.

At San Francisco Airport:

Anti-Israel protesters block terminal

Hundreds of protesters demanding ceasefire in Gaza block international terminal at San Francisco International Airport.

Pentagon:

'Temporary Gaza pier will be ready in about 60 days'

Pentagon spokesperson says the temporary pier off the coast of Gaza is expected to be fully operational in about 60 days and will deliver two million meals daily.

EU foreign policy chief:

'Hunger is being used as a war arm in Gaza'

EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell again levels accusations at Israel, says the lack of aid entering Gaza is a "manmade" disaster.

White House walks back Biden's comments on Israel

National Security Adviser asked about Biden's comments that a Rafah operation would be a red line: The President didn't make any declarations or pronouncements.

Iran:

'Hamas is determined to continue fighting in Gaza'

Iranian leadership claims that senior Hamas officials in Gaza have conveyed messages that the organization maintains its military strength and is determined to continue fighting.

To prevent Hamas takeover:

Aid trucks enter Gaza through new IDF route

In a pilot program, six humanitarian aid trucks enter northern Gaza via the "96th" gate on the security fence.

Bennett to Fox News:

Shame on people sitting in LA saying we're doing bad

Naftali Bennet claims that "President Biden has been a great friend to Israel. But now is the real time. Now is the time to stand behind Israel. If this was done to the US, the equivalent would be about 36,000 Americans murdered, burned, raped. What would the US do?”

Queen of Jordan:

'Palestinians have endured 156 October 7ths'

The Queen of Jordan criticized Israel for excessive destruction and food insecurity in Gaza, and claimed that the collateral damage was part of a larger and more sinister plan.

Head of PA intelligence considered to run Gaza

Israeli security officials are considering backing Majid Faraj, a close confidant of PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, to manage civilian life in the Gaza Strip.

US intelligence report:

Netanyahu’s leadership viability 'in jeopardy'

US intelligence community assesses in its annual report that Israel will fight Hamas for years to come.

Report:

Biden could condition aid if Israel invades Rafah

Four US officials tell Politico President Biden will consider conditioning military aid to Israel if the country moves forward with a large-scale invasion of Rafah.

Saudi King:

'Stop crimes against our brothers in Palestine'

Saudi King denounces “heinous crimes” in the Gaza Strip in statement ahead of Ramadan.

In Ramadan statement:

Biden notes 'suffering of the Palestinian people'

US President mentions Gaza war in statement released on the occasion of Ramadan: We'll insist that Israel facilitate more routes and open more crossings to get more aid to more people.

Protesters near Oscars call for Gaza ceasefire

Oscars begin six minutes late after pro-Palestinian Arab protesters stop traffic en route to the ceremony and call for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Arab affairs correspondent:

'Hamas is a culture of death'

Arab affairs correspondent, Tzvi Yechezkeli, speaks to Arutz Sheva: 'Our responsibility as Jews and Israelis is to stand up and say – this massacre was not some flickering moment in history. It could happen again.'

Hostages' families:

'Stop negotiations, enter Rafah now'

Tikva Forum, an organization representing families of hostages, says Hamas toying with Israel and the loved ones of the hostages in the negotiations.

Terrorist who killed Amishar Ben David eliminated

13 terrorists eliminated over last day during battles in Gaza, including terrorist who killed IDF major.