October 7th

Swords of Iron:

Min. of Health appoints teams to assess functioning during war

Ministry of Health appoints professional teams to assess medical response, evacuation of casualties, mental health, and general operations during the war.

Symbol of the massacre

Kibbutz Be'eri clinic demolished

The site of the Kibbutz Be'eri clinic, where three local security response team members and two medical team members were killed on October 7th, 2023, will become an education center.

'On high alert year-round'

Chief of Staff cancels IDF leaves

Newly-appointed IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir announces dramatic move after investigations show Hamas took advantage of IDF leaves that resulted in fewer available personnel on October 7.

Parashat Zachor:

The truth about antisemitism is hard for Jews to accept

If October 7 didn't wake you up, what will?

The collaborator who lied to the Shin Bet before the massacre

A series of executions that followed the elimination of a terrorist in 2017, may be the reason for Israel's lack of human intelligence sources in the Gaza Strip.

Qatar's lies:

Qatar denies sending aid to Hamas

Qatar denies connection to 10/7 massacre: 'We've sent essential supplies such as food and medicine, and electricity to power homes in Gaza.'

Military analyst:

IDF's Oct. 7 inquiry shows criminal investigation is needed

Military analyst Yossi Yehoshua slams defense echelon's inquiries into failures which led to the October 7 massacre, calls for criminal investigation.

How the Shin Bet missed the October 7 attack

Investigation reveals how incorrect assessments, failure to correctly interpret intelligence, and gaps in intelligence and deterrence led the Shin Bet to miss the warning signs of the 10/7 massacre.

Kibbutz Nahal Oz:

Local forces, civilians held back 1st wave, IDF failed

IDF investigation into the attack on Kibbutz Nahal Oz on 10/7 reveals the terrorists infiltrated the kibbutz in waves, the command system collapsed, and the IDF was not prepared for a large-scale attack.

In 2 hours on:

Netiv HaAsara attack: 3 terrorists murdered 17 residents on 10/7

The IDF investigation into the October 7th attack at Nativ HaAsara reveals that on that morning, 3 terrorists managed to massacre 17 civilians and kidnap more over a period of two hours.

1st photo of hostage Matan Angrest in captivity released

Six months after the first sign of life from kidnapped soldier Matan Angrest, a photo of him from captivity was published tonight.

Nahal Oz investigation:

Hamas knew how vulnerable IDF outpost near border was

Warrant Officer Ibrahim Kharuba, who fell while protecting female observers, told them, “It was my greatest honor to die for you and the State of Israel.”

Kfar Aza probe:

IDF failed to protect, local team kibbutz, residents fought alone

The investigation into the events at Kibbutz Kfar Aza on October 7 reveals serious deficiencies in defense and control during the battle, alongside the extraordinary heroism of the security volunteers and residents who fought the terrorists.

Netanyahu warns Hamas:

'Return hostages or face consequences you can't imagine'

Prime Minister Netanyahu was forced to attend a Knesset discussion on the establishment of a state Commission of Inquiry into the failures of October 7 initiated by the opposition. 'We won't stop until victory is achieved'

'I'm ashamed'

IDF presents 10.7 inquiry findings to Netiv Ha'asara

The officer who presented the inquiry repeatedly apologized for the IDF's conduct: 'I am ashamed that in Netiv Ha'asara, there is not one IDF casualty, not one IDF soldier. All of those killed were civilians.'

Recordings of Chief of Staff, Head of Southern Command revealed

Before they step down, Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi and Head of Southern Command Yaron Finkelman speak with local authority heads in the south about their role in the failure of October 7th.

New details

Failure after failure: What happened the night before the attack

The intelligence soldier who did not have security clearance, the orders that were not executed, and the absence of human intelligence in Gaza. The failures continue to be revealed.

Israeli flags in hand:

Thousands pay last respects to Shlomo Mansour

Shlomo Mansour, who was murdered on October 7th after being abducted by terrorists, was laid to rest in Kibbutz Kissufim.

'Fairy who became an angel

Omer Wenkert says goodbye to his girlfriend murdered at Nova

Omer Wenkert, who was recently released from Hamas captivity, posted a farewell post to his girlfriend Kim Damti, who was murdered during the massacre at the Nova music festival.

Save One Life UK:

UK charity under investigation over allegations of funding Hamas

A UK-based charity raising funds for Gaza is under investigation amid allegations that it may have helped finance Hamas.

October 7 attack

'If Nasrallah had attacked – he could have reached Haifa'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, referring to the events of October 7, says that until 12:30 p.m. that day, there was strategic panic in Israel over a possible war front in the north.

'Not an urgent event'

Netanyahu's office received info the night before October 7

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admits for the first time that the staff in his military secretariat received a message the night before October 7 containing several signs indicating that Hamas was preparing for an attack.

Tsachi Idan to be laid to rest next to his daughter Maayan

Tens of thousands expected to accompany Tsachi Idan on his final journey after his body was returned this week. His daughter Maayan was murdered in front of him on October 7.

Where was the Air Force on October 7?

The IAF commander commander was not updated at all on the nightly situational assessment – ​​and only realized the magnitude of the incident three hours after the Hamas invasion.

International campaign:

Bibas murders = pure evil

Billboards in main cities in the US intend to memorialize and emphasize the tragedy of October 7th, and to emphasize the unbearable cruelty of Hamas and the other terror organizations in the Gaza Strip.

Don't close your eyes

Haunting clip relives Bibas boys' abduction - from Kfir's POV

A new awareness video illustrates the kidnapping event and the horrors of captivity through the eyes of Kfir Bibas, a 9-month-old redhead baby who was kidnapped and murdered along with his 4-year-old brother and their mother, Shiri Bibas.

Chief of Staff on inquiries:

'Responsibility is mine, I was the commander on 10/7'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi addresses IDF commanders during a meeting in which inquiries into the events of October 7th were presented. 'I make sure, every single day, multiple times a day, to look failure in the eye.'

October 7th probe:

IDF misinterpreted Hamas' capabilities and intentions

The IDF's investigation into the October 7th Massacre uncovered how the defense ministry built its failed security approach and how Hamas deluded Israel.

PMO to IDF:

'Why were Oct. 7 investigations not presented to PM?'

Gvura Forum chairman, who lost his son in battle on October 7, expresses anger that the families of those who were killed during the massacre were not allowed to examine the results of the investigations before they are to be publically released.

New details of heroism:

Murdered hostage seriously wounded terrorist during abduction

Captivity survivor Eliya Cohen told the parents of murdered hostage Ori Danino how their son managed to hit one of the abductors, severely injuring him.

State Comptroller:

ISA and IDF are preventing investigation of critical issues

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman criticized IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi and ISA director Ronen Bar for not allowing an investigation into 'the heart of the failures surrounding the massacre.'

Ambassador's gesture at UN:

Mezuzah made of trees from the Gaza border area

'The truth is on our side': First collaboration between Israel's Ministry of Heritage and Israeli mission to the UN.

Lookout's mother:

'She continued reporting after terrorists infiltrated'

Mother of fallen IDF lookout Sergeant Yael Leibushor, says recordings reveals that her daughter 'picked herself up with the most confident voice, continued reporting while they were in the post.'

'The leak is a disgrace'

IDF's unusual request following the outrage of bereaved families

Families of female lookouts blast the leak of the IDF investigation of October 7 failures to the media before it was presented to them. The IDF is calling on media outlets to refrain from publishing partial information.

IDF investigation at Nahal Oz:

Ignoring the warning signs and the soldiers' bravery

Hamas collected accurate data on the Nahal Oz base and attacked in three waves; at the time of the attack, only one guard was stationed at the gate.

Hamas:

'Abu Marzouq's remarks were taken out of context'

Hamas denies New York Times report claiming that its senior official Mousa Abu Marzouq had said that he would have opposed the October 7 attack had he known what the consequences would be.

Special artwork from Gaza Envelope presented to NYC 9/11 Museum

2 works by Yochanan Drucker, a resident of Kibbutz Be'eri, presented to 9/11 Museum, a month after Drucker passed away.

Freed hostage returns home:

'My home is broken like my heart'

3 weeks after he was freed, Keith Siegel returns to his home in Kfar Aza, from which he was kidnapped on October 7, 2023. 'A flood of traumatic and painful memories that will forever remain etched in my body and mind.'

Hamas official:

'I wouldn't have supported 10/7 if I'd known the result'

Mousa Abu Marzouk, head of Hamas’ foreign relations office, said he would not have supported the massacre on Israel had he known of the devastation it would wreak on Gaza.

Special mezuzah presented to Israeli Consulate in New York

The unique mezuzah, crafted from trees damaged in the terrorist attack at the Nova music festival in Re'im, was presented this week to the Israeli Consulate in New York.

Report:

Mohammed Deif considered calling off massacre at last minute

Investigation finds that the head of Hamas's military wing considered postponing the October 7 attack to a later date because he feared Hamas had lost the element of surprise.

'Luxury belief'

Woman detransitions from trans man after 10/7 massacre

A woman who used to identify as a trans man tells the New York Post that after being in a bomb shelter on 10/7 and seeing friends murdered at the Nova festival, she realized gender ideology did not matter in a war-torn country.

Knesset approves:

Holocaust and 10.7 deniers to be banned from Israel

The Knesset approved the expansion of the Entry Law to prohibit the entry of those who deny the Holocaust or the October 7th Massacre, as well as those who support the international prosecution of Israelis for security activities.

As part of deal:

Gazans suspected of involvement in October 7 to be released

Under the agreement with Hamas, approximately 1,000 Gazans arrested after October 7 will be released, including Gazans who fired rockets, Hamas officials, and a Gaza resident who held hostages.

Jewish leaders to Knesset:

'Press UN to hold Hamas accountable for sexual violence'

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations delegation addresses Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, urges Israel to press UN to hold Hamas to account for the sexual violence on 10/7 and against hostages.

Poll:

Majority of Israelis fear massacre in Judea and Samaria

A survey reveals that 62% of Israelis fear an attack similar to the October 7th massacre from Palestinians in Judea and Samaria.

In an Israeli hospital:

Nukhba terrorist received the desired test - within hours

A Nukhba terrorist, who complained of headaches and dizziness, transferred to Kaplan Hospital in Rehovot, where he underwent a head CT scan and an MRI within hours.

Oct. 7th Investigation:

Terrorists got lost on the way to Netivot, found festival site

An IDF investigation into the massacre at the Supernova festival reveals the Hamas force intended to attack Netivot, but reached the festival instead due to a navigation error.

Jewish Agency provides $24 million to terror victims since 10/7

500 days after October 7, The Jewish Agency’s fund submitted its report to First Lady Herzog, reviewing the scope of the damage since the beginning of the Swords of Iron War.

500 days since start of war:

US Congress. delegation visits Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem

On the 500th Day of War, a US Congressional delegation led by Senator Lindsey Graham tour museum's 6:29 – From Darkness to Light exhibition. Eight Senators met with hostage families and mother who lost her two daughters at the Nova Festival.

Probe of massacre in Kfar Aza:

Civilians were killed by IDF fire

IDF investigation into the events of October 7 in Kibbutz Kfar Aza suggests that civilians were accidentally killed by IDF fire and that terrorists returned to the kibbutz after it was supposedly "cleaned."

100s of hours, 0 personal findings

IDF to publish findings of 10.7 investigation

For the first time, the Israeli public will be presented with official explanations and findings regarding the causes and circumstances leading to the Hamas surprise attack. Findings regarding individual officers will not be published.

Chief of Staff to IDF lookouts:

'I am very sorry for everything you went through'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi meets four of the five IDF lookouts who were recently freed from Hamas captivity, apologizes to them for the fact that their warnings before October 7 were ignored, as well as for their lengthy captivity.

The 10.7 burnt car lot:

A monument that combines commemoration with growth

Israeli Government Tourism Corporation CEO Elad Erenfeld spoke about the work to memorialize the massacre and grow the future.

Watch:

Burned cars from massacre to turn into thriving forest

A burnt-out car lot containing some 1,600 vehicles from the October 7th massacre is to be filled with newly planted trees as a symbol of renewal and growth.

Senior Police Officer:

Report of the massacre was blocked at 0330 in the morning

Retired officer Avi Weiss discusses allegations about overlooked warnings before the attack, claiming that a report was ignored hours ahead of time.

IDF:

Shlomo Mansour, 86, was murdered on 10.7, Hamas holding his body

The family of Shlomo Mansour was notified that he was murdered in Hamas captivity on October 7th, 2023. 'He was a father, grandfather, a true friend, and Kissufim's beating heart.'

Answering Gallant's accusations:

An Oct 11, 2023 attack on Hezbollah would have been a disaster

I, too, was among those who pushed for us to take out Hezbollah's missiles back in October 2023. And I was wrong. Chaim Ramon shows why we had to wait. Op-ed.

Hamas official:

'October 7th massacre was just a prelude'

Khaled al-Qa'id, one of the Hamas leaders remaining in the Gaza Strip, says that 'the October 7 attack was only a prelude to the liberation of all of the Land of Israel from the Jews.'

Two weeks before the massacre:

Terrorists waved 'congratulations' sign at IDF lookout

Eyal Eshel, father of IDF lookout Roni Eshel, who fell in the October 7 massacre, says the terrorists knew the birthday of one of the IDF lookouts at the Nahal Oz military base.