October 7th

'Yona had a drive for life'

Mother of Duvdevan hero recalls son’s 417-day fight for life

In an emotional interview, Hazel Brief recalls her son Yona’s courage, resilience, and devotion after the Duvdevan medic was critically wounded on October 7th.

Southern Gaza:

Terrorist who participated in October 7th eliminated

The IAF, guided by the ground troops, eliminated the terrorist after he crossed the Yellow Line and approached the troops, posing an immediate threat.

Due to security concerns

Nova Exhibition sign in London removed

Police urged organizers to hide the Nova exhibition’s location amid fears of antisemitic violence and major anti-Israel protests.

Confirmed:

Hamas military chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad eliminated

IDF, ISA, confirm elimination of Hamas military wing chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad, one of the last senior architects of the October 7 massacre and a key figure in the captivity of Israeli hostages.

IDF eliminates terrorists who infiltrated Israel on October 7

IDF eliminates two Hamas terrorists who infiltrated Israeli territory during the brutal October 7th massacre.

MK Rothman to Arutz Sheva:

'Nukhba trials will be held in Jerusalem, the capital of justice'

During the Flag March in Jerusalem, Knesset Constitution Committee chairman MK Simcha Rothman explains how the city represents a coming full circle for him.

Aviva Siegel:

‘I survived. I’m here to tell’

Former hostage Aviva Siegel tells Arutz Sheva why she wrote a book about her ordeal and recalls the abuse, fear and fight to bring her husband, Keith, home.

The 300 page report of Hamas sexual atrocities:

Undeniable

I am trying to write this without crying. Alas I am failing. 10,000 photos, 1800 hours of video, 430 witnesses. One Shabbat morning. The festival of Simchat Torah. Hamas and - let’s not forget the many Gazan civilians - turned a Jewish holiday into a fiesta for savages.

‘Silenced No More’:

Israel exposes Hamas sexual atrocities in Greece

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel presents comprehensive report on Hamas sexual crimes to Greek counterpart Alexandra Papadopoulou in Athens.

UN official blasts Israeli law to prosecute Oct. 7 terrorists

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk urges Israel to scrap law to prosecute Oct. 7 terrorists. Foreign Ministry: “The UN should cease blaming Israel for seeking justice for victims."

Over 2.5 years later

IDF settles the score with terrorist who infiltrated outpost

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Hamas terrorist Hamza Sharabasi, who infiltrated Nahal Oz during the October 7 massacre.

Commission of inquiry law denounced as cover-up

At a hearing of the Constitution Committee an updated draft of MK Ariel Kallner's bill to establish an inquiry committee into the October 7th massacre was revealed, in which several clauses were removed.

Prof. Anne Bayefsky

'Accountability needed for those who deny, invert Hamas rapes'

Human rights expert tells Arutz Sheva there must be accountability for the UN officials who attempted to deny or downplay Hamas's atrocities following the publication of a 300-page report on those atrocities.

Foreign Ministry

'NYT timed Hamas propaganda to undermine report on Hamas rapes'

Israel accuses the New York Times of deliberately seeking to undermine the 300-page report detailing Hama's mass rapes by parroting Hamas propaganda.

CNN:

'Systematic rape and sexual violence during Hamas’ massacre'

A new report on the October 7 Hamas massacre documents sexual violence at multiple sites and during hostage captivity, based on survivor testimony and evidence reviewed by researchers.

With 93-vote majority

Knesset passes law to prosecute Oct. 7 terrorists

With a 93-MK majority, legislation approved to bring Nukhba terrorists to justice - including the potential for the death penalty and a precedent-setting clause barring their release in any future exchange deals.

'Get out of our lives':

Former hostage demands MKs resign

Former hostage survivor Rom Braslavsky, who returned to Israel after two years in Hamas captivity, launched a blistering attack on Israel’s political leadership on Monday.

Historic vote looming

Bill to prosecute Oct. 7 terrorists heads for final approval

Justice Minister and bill sponsors present a framework allowing for death sentences in a special military court. Approximately 110 MKs are expected to support the measure.

Miki Zohar blames Bennett, Lapid for October 7

Minister Miki Zohar caused a stir when he claimed that Hamas' on October 7 was planned during the previous government led by Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid.

Former hostage:

'I deserve to know the truth'

'What are they trying to prevent us from knowing?' says Eitan Mor ahead of the High Court of Justice's hearing against the State Comptroller’s investigation into the failures of October 7.

“IDF leaders must change attitude toward democracy"

MK Amit Halevi claimed that during the war, conversations were held with international actors behind the Prime Minister’s back.

Gaza 'forcible removal' platform

Jonathan Pollard seeks Knesset seat

Jonathan Pollard, the former US intelligence analyst jailed for spying for Israel, says he will run for the Knesset, calling for the 'forcible removal' of Gaza’s residents and criticising Israel’s leadership over the 7 October 2023 massacre and its aftermath.

Nukhba terrorist who infiltrated Nova Festival eliminated

IDF eliminates Anas Muhammad Ibrahim Hamed, a Nukhba commander who infiltrated Israeli territory during the October 7th Massacre, after he posed a threat to troops in Gaza.

US probe links more UNRWA staff to Oct. 7 Hamas attacks

USAID watchdog links additional UNRWA staff to Hamas and Oct. 7 attacks, referring them for bans from US-funded aid programs.

Key Hamas intelligence officer eliminated in Gaza

IDF, ISA, strike in northern Gaza, eliminating key Hamas intelligence officer involved in planning the October 7 massacre and attacks on Israeli forces.

JPPI:

Disproportionate UN focus and criticism toward Israel

A JPPI analysis of over 1,100 statements by UN Secretary-General António Guterres finds Israel is mentioned far more than other nations and in a significantly more negative tone, raising concerns over consistency and neutrality.

IDF failed in defense:

100 Nukhba terrorists against 4 first response team members

Kibbutz Holit members receive results of an operational probe into the 10/7 massacre as they plan their return home, 'we expect real security, lessons to be learned, and different actions in the face of the growing threats along the border even today.'

She justified the October 7 massacre and was fired

Dr. Varda Saadeh was dismissed from a teachers’ college in Beersheva after a series of shocking social media posts. On the morning of October 7, she published footage of a soldier in the hands of terrorists.

Omer Shem Tov:

Former Hamas hostage rebukes UCLA student leaders

A California Post report says former Hamas hostage Omer Shem Tov criticized UCLA student leaders for condemning his campus talk, calling it an attempt to silence a survivor’s testimony.

Ein HaShlosha resident moved

“On October 7, many settlers came to save us"

Meirav Cohen from Kibbutz Ein HaShlosha thanked Bezalel Talia from Talia Farm in the southern Hebron Hills for saving her life on October 7.

Supreme Court offers compromise:

Massacre investigation after the next elections

The judges proposed that if the current government is unwilling to allow for a state commission of inquiry, the question should be posed to the next one to allow the people to decide if such a commission is needed.

IDF eliminates terrorist who infiltrated Nir Oz on Oct. 7

Khamis Muhammad Khamis Qassas, who infiltrated Nir Oz on the morning of the October 7 massacre and led attacks against Israel throughout the war, is eliminated after violating ceasefire.

Former Defense Minister:

'There was intelligence on the massacre, they didn't alert me'

Former defense minister Yoav Gallant was interviewed this morning and offered a glimpse into the functioning of the political and security leadership in the days and hours that preceded the October 7th massacre.

Severe claims:

IDF worked to erase October 7th footage

A report reveals a special IDF unit gathered and controlled footage from the October 7 massacre, with claims some materials never reached families.

From Aliyah to Sderot:

I built a life of Torah, challenge, and faith

Rabbanit Mechi Fendel speaks passionately about aliyah, living in Sderot, and how war, personal illness, and life's challenges built her belief that 'Israel is not just a place; it is home, and the stage on which history, faith, and daily life continue to unfold.'

New details of heroic sacrifice

Aner Shapiro threw back grenades even after his hand was severed

New details have emerged about the bravery of Aner Shapira, a reconnaissance soldier in the Nahal Brigade, who threw back grenades thrown by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7.

Training in Be’eri:

Preparing communities to prevent the next Oct. 7

Watch: Within the burnt ruins of Kibbutz Be’eri, Magen 48 trains local security teams for the next October 7th.

Terrorist who abducted Hersh Goldberg-Polin eliminated

The IDF and the ISA eliminated a terrorist cell that posed a threat to IDF troops in the central Gaza Strip: Among those eliminated, a terrorist who took part in the abduction of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Alon Ohel, Eliya Cohen, and Or Levy from a bomb shelter in Re’im.

Bricks are not a memorial site:

Gat family home in Kibbutz Be'eri demolished

Gat family home in Be’eri demolished during rehabilitation efforts after 10/7 massacre, with the family choosing to commemorate their loved ones through a new social initiative.

Hamas:

The weapons are ‘legitimate,' we will not disarm

Hamas spokesperson conditions the start of discussions on disarming on the implementation of all clauses of the first stage of the ceasefire, including the opening of all border crossings.

Security forces eliminate Oct 7 terrorist, 3 Hamas terrorists

IDF and ISA forces eliminate Islamic Jihad terrorist who infiltrated Kibbutz Nir Oz during the October 7 massacre, planned attack on IDF troops.

Kfar Aza bids farewell to a pillar of the kibbutz community

Epstein, a longtime member of Kibbutz Kfar Aza, lost his wife Bilha, his son-in-law Ofir Liebstein, head of the Sha’ar HaNegev Regional Council, and his two grandchildren, Nitzan and Neta, in the massacre.

How the UN treated the mother of an Israeli hero

Naomi Weiser, whose son Roey saved 12 lives on October 7 before he was murdered, addressed the UN Human Rights Council today. The council's Vice President did not take kindly to her words.

Post-October 7th:

Hamas rebuilding rapidly in Gaza

Despite heavy damage during the post-October 7th war, Hamas continues to recruit operatives, rebuild tunnels, and assert control over civilian life in Gaza, raising concerns along the Israeli border.

IDF eliminates key figure in Hamas' efforts to rebuild

IDF eliminates terrorist Yahya Abu Labda, responsible for transporting equipment used by Hamas during the October 7th attack.

Over 100 UNRWA employees under investigation for Hamas links

A U.S. government watchdog is widening its investigation into alleged links between staff at a United Nations aid agency and Hamas, including possible involvement in the October 7th massacre.

Rachel Goldberg-Polin one of USA TODAY’s 2026 Women of the Year

Rachel Goldberg-Polin, mother of Hersh, murdered in Hamas captivity, has become a source of support for those navigating profound grief, drawing on her Orthodox Jewish faith and personal loss to inspire resilience and compassion worldwide.

"Nechama & Hatzalah L’Israel" at the forefront of the war effort

Operating through a comprehensive emergency network, the organization is working at an unprecedented scale: from medical teams at impact sites to a massive shelter in Givatayim, medical equipment loans, and direct support for combat soldiers in the field.

Zohran Mamdani's wife liked posts praising October 7th massacre

The wife of New York's mayor, Rama Dawaji, liked posts that praised the October 7th massacre and called for violent resistance against Israel.

UNRWA confirms:

Gaza school principal fired over October 7 massacre

UNRWA confirms firing a Gaza school principal accused of participating in the October 7 Hamas attack, as a US investigation found he coordinated with terrorists.

Shin Bet Chief Zini

'There was no betrayal, there was a serious professional failure'

Shin Bet Chief David Zini stated at a conference that the agency experienced a professional failure during the October 7 massacre and emphasized that there is no basis for claims of internal betrayal.

IDF documents prove:

Forces were not transferred away from Gaza before 10.7

After reviewing Operations Directorate documents, Judge Mizrahi concluded that IDF forces were not moved from southern Israel to protect MK Succot in Huwara.

Like the worst criminal:

Nova security officer questioned over Binyamin operation

Elkana Federman, Nova party security officer, was questioned under caution for an operational incident in Binyamin. MK Zvi Sukkot called him a hero and criticized the military investigation.

Phase 2 of Trump's Peace Plan:

Gaza Peace without disarmament is a countdown to the next Oct. 7

The 60-day window given by the Israeli cabinet is not an "ultimatum" to be negotiated; it is a reality check for the international community. Opinion.

Confrontation in Knesset

'Why won't you condemn the massacre?'

MK Tzvi Sukkot criticizes MK Sameer Bin Said, demanding he condemn the October 7th massacre during a discussion regarding inciting teachers within the education system.

Since October 7

Over 25,000 children recognized as victims of acts of terror

25,274 children have been recognized as victims of acts of terror since October 7, the National Insurance Institute of Israel announced today.

IDF:

Hamas code for October 7th massacre

The IDF estimates that Hamas’s military wing used an agreed-upon sequence of emojis as the signal to launch the October 7 massacre, as had also occurred in previous attempts.

Terrorist who participated in October 7th massacre eliminated

IDF responded to ceasefire violations by eliminating several senior terrorists, including the Head of the Islamic Jihad’s Nukhba Array in the Central Camps sector.

MK Dallal to colleagues:

'There was a massacre on October 7, we cannot deny it'

MK Eli Dallal comments on the dispute over the wording of legislation related to October 7, clarifying: “We should not quibble over words - it was a massacre, just like in Hebron in 1929."

Ex-Shin Bet officials urge director to deny conspiracy theories

Five ex-directors and 31 former officials demand current chief David Zini defend agency staff against “false conspiracy theories” and political attacks.