October 7th

153 days later:

Search for massacre victims still underway

Months later, victims of the October 7th massacre are still unaccounted for, and the search for them in the Gaza border region continues.

UN Security Council:

Members demand emergency session on Hamas rapes

US, UK, and France call for emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council to discuss Hamas sexual crimes on October 7.

#NOVA

Israeli UN Mission Holds Screening of Film #NOVA

Israeli UN Mission, in Collaboration with Temple Emanu-El and YES Studios, Holds Screening of Film #NOVA about Nova Festival Massacre with UN Ambassadors and Diplomats in Attendance

Breakthrough:

Missing volunteer's car located near Beit Shemesh

Yoram Fliter vanished while volunteering to help victims of the October 7th massacre. A new discovery could help search teams find what became of him.

From Nova Festival to Western Wall:

Heroes from Nova massacre recited 'Hagomel' blessing

Rami Davidian, who saved dozens from 10/7 massacre: 'For us, this marks the closure to thank the Almighty here for the miracle of being here and for the privilege of saving many youths.'

IDF launches investigation into 10/7 failures

Chief of Staff announces investigation into the failure to predict and prevent the massacre of October 7 in letter to IDF commanders.

North Korea practices Hamas-style assault

South Korea has expressed growing concerns that North Korea is learning from the Hamas assault on October 7th how to bypass the fortifications between the two countries.

ISA launches investigation into Oct. 7 massacre

ISA director Ronen Bar has ordered an operational investigation into units connected with the massacre, joining the IDF in an attempt to better prepare for the future and address past failings.

Most UNRWA workers who took part in Oct. 7 are dead

MKs informed during closed hearing that almost all UNRWA employees known to have participated in the Hamas massacre on October 7 have since died.

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100-year-old evacuee who met Hitler returns home

Yocheved Gold, who saw Hitler at the Berlin Olympics as a child, was evacuated from Kibbutz Sa'ad after the Hamas attack on October 7. Now she returns to the community where she has lived for nearly 8 decades.

UK:

Foreign Office seminar describes Hamas as 'moderate'

A lecture given to British diplomats claimed that Hamas's political department is a moderate group and that Israel is at fault for the October 7th massacre for its treatment of Palestinians.

2 October 7 terrorists eliminated

Airstrike in Beit Hanoun takes out 2 terrorists who participated in massacre in Nir Yitzhak.

The IDF's warning letter from October 6th

A letter from the IDF Intelligence Corps warning of the Hamas attack was supposed to have been delivered to the Prime Minister. The massacre happened first.

Erdan to UN chief:

'Convene Security Council to discuss Hamas rapes'

Israel’s UN Ambassador calls on Secretary-General Antonio Guterres immediately convene the Security Council to discuss the UN report which acknowledged the sexual crimes committed by Hamas during and after October 7.

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Israeli women leaders call out: Never again!

Newly released unity video features members of leading Israeli women's organizations from all sectors, calling on the world to never be silent following the atrocities committed by Hamas against women on October 7.

MK Almog Cohen:

'10/7 is Israel's 9/11; but from here we will rise'

MK Cohen to Arutz Sheva: 'Europe made a big mistake when it opened its door to all the immigrants and now they are paying the price, but they have to understand this is not the maximum price. The price will be very much higher.'

Foreign Ministry:

'Convene the Security Council immediately'

Following UN report on Hamas' sexual violence on October 7, Israel’s Foreign Ministry calls for Security Council to convene with the aim of designating Hamas as a terrorist organization.

UN report:

'Reasonable grounds to believe Hamas committed rape'

Israeli Ambassador questions whether the UN will take action after releasing a report finding compelling evidence of Hamas' sexual crimes on October and against hostages or if it will continue to ignore the Israeli victims.

IDF Spokesman:

'Hamas treated Israeli women like animals'

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari describes recording of UNRWA teacher who took part in October 7 massacre in which a female hostage was described as a 'horse' and as property.

Recordings reveal:

UNRWA teachers took part in Oct. 7 massacre

IDF publishes recordings of 2 UNRWA teachers who served as Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists who participated in the massacre, 1 of whom claimed to have kidnapped a Jewish woman.

Erdan to UN:

'You are complicit in Hamas rapes'

Israel's ambassador to the UN screens testimonies from witnesses to Hamas' atrocities on October 7, demands end to international silence and difference on the mass rape of Israeli women.

806 civilians murdered since Oct. 7

The National Insurance Institute has released statistics on the number of Israeli civilians killed or injured since the October 7th massacre.

Senior IDF officer:

'General Staff has forgotten to take responsibility'

Senior officer furious about Chief of Staff decision to appoint IDF colonels during a war – without assuming severe outcome of October 7th.

Ahead of Oct. 7 investigations:

IDF officers consulting with lawyers

The military defense is currently providing legal advice to IDF personnel due to be interrogated regarding the murderous Hamas attack.

Sderot schools reopen 5 months after massacre

60% of students return to school today, 5 months after October 7 massacre, with many parents and students still fearful for their safety.

UNRWA investigation:

UN hoping to receive material from Israel

UN spokesperson says investigators expect to receive materials from Israel related to its accusations that UNRWA staff took part in October 7 attacks.

Including political wing

New Zealand designates all of Hamas a terror org.

New Zealand's says "we can no longer distinguish between the military and political wings of Hamas" following October 7. At the same time, sanctions against "extremist Israeli settlers" were announced as well.

Reuters, AP sued by Nova festival victims' families

Families of Nova festival victims filed a lawsuit against Reuters and AP at the Jerusalem District Court: "Those journalists infiltrated Israeli territory alongside Hamas operatives. Nothing can justify someone documenting a heinous crime in real time."

Father of freed 9-year-old:

'If we don't finish the job, it'll happen again'

Thomas Hand, father of nine-year-old Emily who was freed from Hamas captivity after 50 days, says Israel must “finish the job” against Hamas.

Gallant:

'Hamas, Iran want Ramadan to be phase 2 of 10/7'

Defense Minister warns Hamas seeks to turn Muslim holy months 'into the second phase of their plan that began on October 7,' with the support of Hezbollah and Iran.

Report:

Southern Command general canceled vacation on Oct. 6

Due to evidence from the ISA, General Yaron Finkelman and ISA director Ronen Bar both made their way to their headquarters before the invasion, but no additional troops were moved south.

Husband of 'Rachel from Ofakim' passes away

The couple became a viral sensation online with the story of how Rachel served Hamas terrorists cookies while waiting for security forces to rescue them.

Government approves support for massacre survivors

The new plan will include a number of initiatives to benefit survivors, as well as providing a single authority to which survivors can apply for help.

Only hours before the massacre:

Hundreds of terrorists changed to Israeli SIM cards

Just hours before the surprise attack on Israel on the morning of October 7th, hundreds of terrorists switched their phones to Israeli SIM cards

Unintended consequences

The October 7th massacre and its antisemitic aftermath have awakened a good many Jews and recalibrated their priorities. Op-ed.

Italian PM:

'Russia’s invasion of Ukraine led to October 7'

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni links between the war in Ukraine and the war in Gaza: Russia’s invasion of Ukraine two years ago was the precursor to the Hamas attack on Israel.

Shelter that rescued Gaza region dogs burns down

Animal rescue activist Ran Pachima went into the Gaza border region immediately after the war began to save animals whose owners had been evacuated or killed. Despite tragedy finding his home as well, he is still determined to start again.

The silence of the feminist lambs on Hamas horrors

Not loudly condemning the rapes of October 7 — or any rapes — is a massive step backward for the women — and men — of the world….Op-ed.

General refused promotion:

'Whole command failed, and they punish 1 who acted?'

Soldiers from multiple units who support Brigadier General Barak Hiram to turn to Chief of Staff amid reports he will not be promoted to Gaza Division Commander due to shelling in Be'eri.

Israeli First Lady:

'We felt betrayed by human rights orgs' silence'

First Lady Michal Herzog spoke to UCLA students about the new ARCCI report about Hamas' widespread and systematic use of rape and gender-based sexual violence.

IDF:

Residents near Gaza border can return home

The IDF has concluded that there is no security reason preventing the residents of several evacuated Gaza border communities from returning to their homes.

Volunteer kept 10.7 terrorist's gun as a 'souvenir'

The 29-year-old suspect, who volunteered in the Gaza envelope after the massacre, was arrested after police found a Kalashnikov assault rifle, a magazine, 51 5.56 rounds, and a substance that is suspected to be drugs, in his possession.

IDF considering:

Gen. behind shelling in Be'eri not to be promoted

IDF considering revoking the appointment of Brig. Gen. Barak Hiram to Gaza Division commander. Hiram ordered the shelling of a house in which terrorists were entrenched in Kibbutz Be'eri on October 7th which led to the deaths of 12 hostages.

Mother of 10/7 victim:

'An UNRWA worker kidnapped my son'

The body of Yonatan Samerano who was murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7th was abducted to Gaza by a terrorist who was later confirmed to be a UNRWA employee.

Will Israel not participate in Eurovision 2024?

The Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation is holding a dialogue with the EBC regarding the song titled 'October Rain,' which was chosen to represent Israel in the competition.

Hamas planned to attack prison, free terrorists

The attack was to include a series of explosive weapons used to destroy the prison fortifications. It failed when the terrorists became lost along the way.

Rami Davidian: A story of Israeli heroism

A talk with Rami Davidian, who saved 750 lives On October 7th.

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IDF releases footage of Bibas family in Gaza

Video shows Shiri and her 4-year-old son Ariel and 9-month-old son Kfir in southern Gaza days after the massacre. Their current condition is unknown.

IDF finds video of Bibas family from 1st days of war

The Bibas family, Yarden, Shiri, and their 4-year and 9-month-old sons Ariel and Kfir were kidnapped on October 7. Kfir, the youngest hostage, turned 1 in captivity.

Offended by Ovid's Jupiter but not by Hamas' rapes

For satirical newspaper columnists, this kind of thing is very discouraging. No matter how hard we try, there is simply no way our imagination can compete with Western reality. Op-ed.

Documented October 7

Injured 'journalist' to be treated in Qatar

Al Jazeera reporter Ismail Abu Omar will be flown to Qatar after being injured by Israeli drone strike in Gaza.

Freed Hostage:

'I heard my son had been murdered on the radio'

Freed hostage Ruthi Munder tells how she heard about the fate of her family while in Hamas captivity.

Gantz to US Jewish leaders:

'Path to peace not by 1-sided PA state recognition'

National Unity party chairman addresses Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organization, says ' There has not been a more just war' than the current war against Hamas.

Mistaken Identity:

Israeli in car like terorrists' killed by IDF

A man in a car similar to that used by terrorists during the Hamas invasion was killed by Israeli special forces. the IDF has refused to recognize him as an IDF casualty.

Will October 7, 2023 be a holiday?

Recognizing a Palestinian State will ensure that October 7th is remembered as Palestinian Independence Day, a holiday and a reward for terror. How October 7th will be remembered is a question of history. Op-ed.

Defense Minister Reveals:

UNRWA worker abducted body of Israeli from Be'eri

New photographs published this evening show a UNRWA social worker driving away with the body of an Israeli killed at the town entrance during the October 7th massacre.

Gallant:

'Dozens of UNRWA workers assisted in Oct. 7 attack'

Defense Minister reveals to foreign reporters the identities and details of Hamas terrorists who were employed by UNRWA and who participated in the group’s massacre in Israel on October 7.

Son of murdered hostage:

'If only I could switch places with you'

13-year-old Yagil Yaakov, who was notified yesterday that his father was murdered on October 7th, took to social media to lament his father's death.

Simon Wiesenthal Center:

'Fire UN rapporteur who said Oct. 7 not antisemitic'

Wiesenthal Center calls for dismissal of Francesca Albanese after she objected to the French president's statement that October 7 was an antisemitic massacre.

Chief Rabbi of Police:

'Officers fought literally to their last bullet'

Rabbi Rami Berachyahu shares the story and sacrifice of Israel Police officers on October 7th.