US President confirms that Edan Alexander will be released by Hamas: This was a step taken in good faith towards the United States. Hopefully this is the first of those final steps necessary to end this brutal conflict.
Hostage families from the Tikva Forum respond to the Prime Minister's Office announcement regarding the possibility of negotiations with Hamas on the Witkoff outline and call not to surrender to the terror organization.
Both Al Jazeera and Reuters are reporting that Hamas and the US are directly discussing a ceasefire and the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
The IDF has so far managed to destroy only about a quarter of the Hamas tunnels in the Gaza Strip. Military sources have expressed concern about the phenomenon of tunnel reconstruction and the construction of new tunnels.
IDF to provide security, private American companies to distribute aid, prevent Hamas interference.
Troops target underground infrastructure and combat terrorists in the heart of Jeninah, as the brigade vows to bring hostages home and secure victory.
Hamas released a new video of hostages Elkana Bohbot and Yosef Haim Ohana - the latest in Hamas' psychological warfare campaign.
IDF troops dismantle underground terrorist infrastructure about 25 meters deep in the Shabura area of Rafah.
Hamas negotiation team rejects proposed offers and ideas based only on partial settlements and insist only on a deal that would end the war.
Freed hostage Eliya Cohen recounted his attempt with other hostages to escape until they were recognized as Jews by a Gazan civilian. 'Everyone is Gaza supports this.'
Sources close to Minister Smotrich clarify that he stated in a meeting with families of hostages that he is convinced "most of the nation opposes surrendering to Hamas in a way that would endanger Israel's security."
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited a training exercise of the IDF’s 5th Brigade on Thursday in Tze’elim, reiterates the 2 goals of defeating Hamas and returning the hostages.
Over the past 72 hours, the IAF struck over 150 terror targets in the Gaza Strip, including terrorist cells, underground terrorist infrastructure sites, and military structures from which terrorists were operating.
PA leader Mohammad Mustafa urges UN intervention, accuses Israel of blocking aid and causing famine in Gaza amid continued fighting and stalled ceasefire talks.
Survey reveals rising dissatisfaction with Hamas and growing interest in leaving Gaza, though many doubt the authenticity of recent protests.
The Hamas terror organization claims it will not agree to a partial deal with Israel that does not include a cessation of the war in the Gaza Strip.
IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir tells brigade, division commanders the military is moving toward "Phase 2" of the plan for the "decisive defeat" of Hamas.
Khaled Ahmed Ahmed, head of Hamas operations in Lebanon’s western sector, eliminated in Sidon while planning attacks and weapons transfers against Israel.
ISA, Lahav 433 furious after IDF spokesperson exposes terrorist’s identity, violating gag order.
In an official statement, Hamas blasts US President Donald Trump for accusing the organization of controlling humanitarian aid in Gaza.
After overseeing strikes at Sana'a airport, PM states, 'Whoever attacks us - we will pay him back sevenfold. This is true for the Houthis, this is true for Hamas, this is true for Hezbollah. This is also true for Iran.'
A platoon commander who participated in the October 7th Massacre and was in charge of holding several Israeli hostages, as well as a Hamas sniper array commander, were photographed surrendering to IDF soldiers in Rafah.
The Hamas terrorist organization accuses Israel of "deliberate actions to cause starvation and bearing full responsibility for the escalating humanitarian disaster in the Gaza Strip."
Jerusalem District Police raid a house in Sur Baher, seizing a Hamas flag, two pistols, hundreds of bullets, magazines, and M16 rifle parts.
US President says America will help ensure Gazans receive food, blames Hamas for situation when asked if the US supports Israel's decision to expand combat operations in Gaza.
The explosives are believed to have been left behind by Hamas forces during the October 7th massacre. Police sappers neutralized them safely.
Prime Minister publishes video address explaining decision to intensify the fighting in Gaza, stating a commission of inquiry into the failures of October 7 should begin only at the end of the war.
The IDF spokesperson in Arabic, Avichay Adraee, published a special video from a school in the northern Gaza Strip, accusing Hamas of cinical use of civilian facilities and delivering a pointed message about values, cowardice, and exploitation of the civilian population.
Senior official provides details on 'Operation Gideon Chariots,' including that Hamas faces its final chance to reach a deal to accept the Witkoff outline.
Minister of Finance at the B'Sheva Jerusalem Conference: 'The time has come to stop being afraid of the word 'occupation'. We are defeating Hamas; they will surrender.'
Following the strike, a number of secondary explosions were identified, indicating the presence of rockets prepared for launch toward Israeli territory.
Following Cabinet disagreements over sending humanitarian aid to Gaza, former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked believes the aid will be a free gift to Hamas and will harm Israel.
After a discussion lasting about seven hours, plans approved for extensive ground operations in the heart of Gaza and an increased mobilization of reservists.
Militant group targets civilians under the guise of law enforcement while Israel continues efforts to neutralize terrorist threats.
Over the past weekend, the IAF struck over 100 terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip, including terrorist cells, tunnels, underground infrastructure sites, and military structures in which terrorists were operating.
The video is Hamas' second of Maxim Herkin, after the terror group publicized a video him Herkin and Bar Kupershtein last month.
Prime Minister Netanyahu leads security meeting where IDF officials propose intensifying operations in Gaza. Plans include seizing more territory, targeting Hamas infrastructure, and deploying reservists. The plans will be approved by the Security Cabinet on Sunday.
Switzerland will begin enforcing a new law on May 15 prohibiting Hamas and its affiliates. The law enables authorities to crack down on terror-linked activities and financing within the country.
Hamas condemned the Memorial Day and Independence Day ceremonies at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, and called them 'a desecration of the holy al-Ibrahimi Sanctuary.'
Col. Richard Kemp says Hamas is crumbling but full victory demands neutralizing the group, rescuing hostages, and ensuring Gaza never again becomes a terror stronghold. He warns that diplomatic efforts with Iran are futile.
Hamas's internal security apparatus assesses that the IDF is using drones to plant espionage devices in displaced persons' camps.
Cairo-brokered ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas are reportedly making headway, though disagreements persist.
Senior Israeli source responds to proposal for five-year truce with Hamas, says Israel is trying to make the most of negotiations but its patience 'is not infinite.'
The Lebanese Military Intelligence Directorate has demanded that Hamas turn in its members who launched rockets at Israel, which, according to the organization, was done without its knowledge.
Turkey continues to engage with Hamas: Delegation from the terror group meets Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Doha to discuss ceasefire efforts and Gaza’s humanitarian situation.
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar demands urgent discussion on the cancellation of 200 shekel banknotes or specific series that reached Gaza, threatens to advance the move through a government decision and legislation if necessary.
Qatar’s Prime Minister says after meeting with Mossad chief David Barnea that some progress has been made in efforts to end the war.
Hamas terror group slams appointment of deputy to Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, says 'Palestinian nation' wants to end 'aggression, starvation, and war' - and does not have an interest in pacifying outside sources.
Troops find a weapon cache approximately 80 meters from a building that previously served as a school and about 100 meters from a building that was used as a hospital in Rafah.
US Justice Department reverses its stance, declaring UNRWA is not protected by legal immunity in a case brought by families of victims of the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre. The lawsuit accuses the UN agency of direct complicity in terror and fraud.
Ben-Tzion Macales, an open-source intelligence analyst who worked on the project, speaks to Arutz Sheva about the process and the importance of mapping out Hamas's tunnel network.
Despite Hamas's efforts to prevent it, since the war began, over 36 thousand people have left the Gaza Strip, some through Israel to Jordan and other countries, others to Egypt.
The terrorist organization that deliberately murdered and kidnapped civilians responded to Netanyahu's Holocaust Remembrance Day address and claimed: 'A holocaust doesn't need crematoria, it can be committed with the newest Western weapons.'
Paraguay broadens its terror designations to include the full political and military wings of Hezbollah and Hamas, and adds Iran’s IRGC. The move draws praise from Israel and the US.
Hamas official accuses Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir of encouraging the Temple Mount organizations to 'invade' the al-Aqsa Mosque and to 'desecrate it.'
The family of the hostage Omri Miran authorized the publication of parts of the Hamas psychological terror video of him. 'The situation here is very difficult.'
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar submits request to Bank of Israel Governor to revoke legal tender of 200 shekel bills in order to undermine Hamas' economy.
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The Palestinian Authority Chairman is calling on Hamas to hand over its weapons to the PA, relinquish power, and stop giving Israel "pretexts to destroy Gaza."
The Hamas terror organization published a sign of life on Wednesday from the hostage Ormi Miran.
