Gaza Region

Rabat:

Tens of thousands denounce Morocco-Israel normalization

Tens of thousands march in Rabat, protesting Gaza's humanitarian crisis and demanding Morocco reverse its normalization with Israel amid growing unrest over the ongoing war.

Hamas threatens to execute alleged 'Israeli agents'

Hamas claims it has identified Gaza residents cooperating with Israel and warns they will face execution if they do not repent.

After church hit

Pope slams Gaza 'barbarity', urges respect for humanitarian law

Pope Leo XIV condemns the "barbarity" in Gaza and urges an end to "indiscriminate use of force" following a deadly strike on a Catholic church.

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Gazans swarm aid truck, cheer the IDF

IDF's Arabic-language spokesman publishes footage showing Gazans surrounding an aid truck as IDF soldiers stand by, with the crowd later cheering them.

Troops dismantle 2.7 km terror tunnel network in Jabaliya

The 401st Brigade is operating in the heart of Jabaliya. So far, the engineering forces have located and destroyed several underground tunnels with a total length of 2.7 km.

IDF issues 1st evacuation warning for Deir al-Balah

IDF Arabic Spokesperson demands that Gaza residents in southwestern area of Deir al-Balah evacuate in preparation for possible ground maneuver in an area the IDF has not operated in since the start of the war.

Captivity survivor Arbel Yehud:

'Physically, I’m back - but I’m still there'

Arbel Yehud, held captive in Gaza for 482 days, speaks to Channel 12 News about fear, memory, disappointment with leaders, and her tireless campaign to free her boyfriend, Ariel Cunio.

Report:

Mossad chief sought US help in relocating Gazans

Axios reports that Mossad Director David Barnea met US envoy Steve Witkoff in Washington to seek American support in persuading Ethiopia, Indonesia and Libya to accept hundreds of thousands of displaced Gazans.

Forces eliminate PIJ operative responsible for funding terror

The IDF and ISA eliminated a key Islamic Jihad terrorist, who managed transferring funds to terrorist organizations in Judea and Samaria

Bereaved brother:

Stop the aid to Gaza and end the disregard for Israeli lives

Bereaved brother Menachem Kalmanson says Israel must impose a total siege on Gaza, accuses the government of endangering soldiers' lives by effectively aiding Hamas.

Hamas official:

'Ceasefire talks progressing, but US pressure on Israel is key'

Senior Hamas figure says realistic compromises have been presented, but final agreement hinges on US influence over Israel, Israeli withdrawal from Gaza is a precondition for progress.

Moments of pain and hope

Soldier who fought — and earned his doctorate

Captain (Res.) Dr. S., an IDF doctor who balanced medical studies with 320 days of reserve duty, shares how frontline unity and swift medical care in Gaza saved lives once thought beyond hope.

3 senior Hamas security officials eliminated in Gaza

Barhoum Shahin, the Head of the Western Gaza District in the General Security Apparatus, and the terrorist Asham Tzartzur, the Head of Hamas' Government Emergency Committee in eastern Gaza, eliminated.

Embedded in Gaza:

Israeli soldiers hold the line near Beit Hanoun and Beit Lahiya

On Day 650 of the war, ILTV’s Shosh Bedrosian embeds with Israeli forces in Hamas strongholds for an exclusive on-the-ground report.

Freed hostage's account:

'No human should live like that'

In an interview with CNN, released hostage Or Levy recounts 491 days of brutal captivity, the agony of losing his wife, and the power of focusing on his son for survival.

Egypt opposes Israel's ‘tent city’ plan

An Egyptian source says Israel's plan to establish a “humanitarian city” in Rafah is likely to fail due to political and logistical obstacles.

Hostage deal talks

Report: Israel drops demand for IDF presence in Morag Corridor

Sources say Israel has removed its demand for IDF control over the Morag Corridor, with mediators suggesting the move may bring a deal closer.

Satellite analysis:

70% of Gaza buildings destroyed or rendered uninhabitable

A Hebrew University expert says satellite images reveal that around 70% of Gaza's buildings have been destroyed or severely damaged, with Rafah seeing nearly 90% destruction.

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Terrorists eliminated minutes after firing missile at troops

In northern Gaza, terrorists fired an anti-tank missile at a tank. Within minutes, the troops struck and eliminated the terrorists.

Deputy Battalion Commander:

'The enemy is becoming bolder, we are using heavy fire'

Reserve Lt. Col. Y., Deputy Battalion Commander, speaks from the Beit Hanoun area: 'The mission is clear, every night we carry it out.'

Gaza:

Major tunnel, approximately 3.5 kilometers long, destroyed

IDF troops dismantled an underground terror tunnel approximately 3.5 kilometers long in the Khan Yunis area

IDF investigation reveals tank was not hit by missile or bomb

Preliminary IDF investigation into the deadly incident in Jabalya, confirms that the explosion in the tank was caused by a shell igniting in the turret shortly after firing.

EU:

'Good signs on Gaza aid, more improvement needed'

The EU's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, says aid to Gaza is showing "good signs" but more is needed.

Hamas agrees:

500 aid trucks to Gaza - without UNRWA involvement

While Hamas does not oppose the entry of aid without UNRWA, it continues to insist on core demands related to reconstruction, military withdrawal, and the aid distribution mechanism.

Netanyahu on fallen soldiers:

'Their sacrifice will be remembered for eternity'

Prime Minister Netanyahu expresses condolences for the loss of three IDF soldiers who fell in the Gaza Strip.

Israel upgrades food aid to Gaza residents amid complaints

Israel upgrades food aid to Gaza, including cookies and chocolate, while soldiers secure access routes to distribution centers, preventing them from carrying out proactive strikes against Hamas.

Netanyahu seeks accelerated construction of humanitarian city

PM Netanyahu discusses the timeline for the "humanitarian city," expected to cost billions and take over a year to complete and emphasizes the potential for resumed military action if needed.

Trump on Gaza:

'I am hopeful we will sort it out in the coming week'

US President Trump says he is optimistic about a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal this week, amid reports that talks have stalled.

Olmert:

'Gaza humanitarian city is a concentration camp'

Former PM Olmert continues his criticism of Israel in international media, condemns the proposed Gaza "humanitarian city" as a "concentration camp" and warns of "ethnic cleansing".

IDF rescues collaborators from collapsed building in Gaza

The IDF rescued Gazan collaborators who were injured during an operation. They were evacuated by helicopter and received medical treatment in Israel.

Egypt rejects Israel’s Gaza plan, threatens to dump peace treaty

Egyptian official expresses strong opposition to Israel’s military redeployment plan in Gaza, claiming significant threat to Egypt’s security and warning it may endanger peace agreement.

Arab influencer

'Gaza's children suffer because of Hamas'

Ali Shaaban, a well-known Arab-Israeli influencer, responds to criticism he is 'silent' about the suffering of children in Gaza. 'I do speak about it, but sometimes the truth hurts.'

Erez Weiner:

'Stop piggybacking on the hostage families'

Erez Weiner clarifies he did not criticize the hostage families, but those who are politically exploiting their pain.

Top diplomat:

'EU seeks Gaza improvement, not Israeli punishment'

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says the EU is actively exploring diplomatic and economic measures against Israel to alleviate the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, but claims the goal is not to punish Israel.

IDF:

Weekly summary of IDF activity across the various arenas

Over the past week, five IDF divisions operated in the Gaza Strip, hundreds of terror targets were struck, and a terrorist cell linked to Iran’s Quds Force was apprehended in Syria.

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Six senior Hamas naval commandos eliminated in joint operations

The IDF announced that the eliminated terrorists had advanced maritime terror operations during the Swords of Iron war, targeting Israeli civilians and security forces.

Cleared for publication:

Captain Reei Biran fell in the southern Gaza Strip

Captain Reei Biran, a squad commander in the Golani Reconnaissance Unit, Golani Brigade, fell during combat in the southern Gaza Strip. 890 soldiers have fallen since the start of the war.

Gov't stability at risk?

Minister Strock threatens to resign

Minister of Settlements and National Missions warns during a conversation with an Ofakim resident: “If the war ends with Hamas still posing a threat, I will not remain a minister.”

Iair Horn recounts captivity, longing, and the ongoing nightmare

The brother who returned from Gaza’s tunnels speaks for the first time about the moment he realized he was being freed - without his brother Eitan, who remained behind.

Disturbing footage:

Terrorists emerge from rubble and open fire

Hamas releases disturbing footage showing terrorists hiding among rubble and firing a missile at the engineering vehicle operated by Master Sergeant (Res.) Abraham Azulay. The video also shows the terrorists charging while shooting - though it omits the fierce battle Azulay fought against them.

Zvi Yehezkeli warns:

'Israel risks a grave mistake if it agrees to Hamas's terms'

Arab affairs commentator Zvi Yehezkeli warns that Israel is conceding too much in hostage negotiations - and that the murderous terrorist organization is exploiting it.

Pundit's outrageous remark:

Humanitarian city a 'concentration camp'

Channel 12 News commentator Arad Nir claims the tent camp Israel is establishing for Gaza civilians is a "concentration camp." The studio distances itself from the outrageous comparison.

Dispute over aid:

The Qatari compromise - and Israeli opposition

Foreign sources report that one version of the hostage deal includes transferring responsibility for food distribution in Gaza to the United Nations. Israel has yet to agree to the proposal.

IDF investigation:

Explosives and ambush fire led to fall of soldiers in Beit Hanoun

Preliminary IDF investigation reveals: Netzach Yehuda soldiers encounter a minefield shortly after entering the area. Terrorists fire at them from an ambush after the mines were detonated.

Disaster in Beit Hanoun

Five Netzah Yehuda soldiers killed by explosive device

Five soldiers from the Netzah Yehuda Battalion killed in combat in northern Gaza. The names of four of them have been cleared for publication. Since the start of the war, 888 IDF soldiers have been killed.

Egypt opposes establishment of humanitarian city in Rafah

Egyptian sources view the establishment of the humanitarian city as a potential threat to Egypt’s national security and a possible base for hostile activities.

Hamas claims:

We captured Israeli espionage devices in Gaza

Hamas reports the capture of Israeli surveillance devices across the Gaza Strip, including equipment for photography and eavesdropping.

Senior Hamas official:

'We lost control over 80% of Gaza'

Senior Hamas official admits that nearly all of the terrorist group's leadership has been wiped out in the war, with Gaza descending into chaos as armed clans seize control and Hamas loses its ability to govern.

A Chok HaGiyuss (Draft Law) compromise solution: Occam’s Razor

The simplest solution is often the best.

Hamas: We executed 12 'agents and criminals' in the Gaza Strip

Hamas terror group claims it eliminated members of a gang accused of collaborating with Israel and committing armed robberies.

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.

Ehud Yaari:

'We are in the twilight zone of the armed struggle'

Middle East analyst Ehud Yaari warns that despite pressure to move forward with the second phase of the hostage deal, Hamas is grappling with internal rifts and a struggle over identity and direction within its leadership.

Smotrich attacks:

Chief of Staff fails in managing distribution of humanitarian aid

Minister of Finance and Religious Zionism party chairman Bezalel Smotrich slams decision to continue Gaza aid: 'A strategic failure endangering IDF soldiers and providing a lifeline to Hamas.'

Minister Ben Gvir:

Promise of future 'demilitarization’ is a reward for terror

Minister Ben Gvir insists: Victory and the safe return of hostages require full occupation of Gaza, a total halt to "humanitarian" aid, and the encouragement of emigration.

Hamas agrees to ceasefire core, seeks minor tweaks

Hamas responds positively to the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release proposal, expressing agreement with its core while requesting "minor amendments." The group says it is ready to immediately enter a round of negotiations. Israeli official confirms receipt of Hamas response.

IDF holding 65% of operational area in Gaza

IDF forces eliminate over 100 Hamas terrorists, including key leaders, as operations continue in Gaza.

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Sergeant Asaf Zamir, 19, fell in southern Gaza

Sergeant Asaf Zamir, 19, from Dimona, a soldier in the Armored Corps, fell in southern Gaza.

Sergeant Yair Eliyahou, 19, fell during combat in Gaza

Sgt. Yair Eliyahu, a 19-year-old combat engineer soldier from Ezer, was killed in the northern Gaza Strip after an engineering vehicle fell into a pit and hit another vehicle he was operating.

Hamas:

'Israeli intelligence is recruiting agents at aid centers'

A Hamas security official claims the terror group has thwarted attempts to smuggle espionage equipment and advanced phones intended for intelligence operations.

Trump:

'I want to see the people of Gaza safe'

Trump speaks to reporters amid speculation that a hostage release deal is close: I want to see the people of Gaza safe, they have been through hell.