October 7th

The sentences imposed on those who robbed massacre victims

Court sentenced two men to time in prison and heavy fines after they confessed to stealing belongings from victims at the Nova Festival site one day after the October 7 massacre.

Rabbi Leo Dee:

'Our mission is to live as October 8th Jews all over the world'

Rabbi Leo Dee reflects on living with trauma after the murder of his wife and daughters, and explains how a simple framework of faith, perspective, and action can help transform grief into rebuilding and hope.

UK:

NHS doctor suspended over social media posts praising Hamas

Dr Rahmeh Aladwan, 31, was detained in South Gloucestershire for allegedly expressing support for Hamas online, in antisemitic and pro-terrorism posts, including praising a female Palestinian suicide bomber and her son killed in the October 7 attacks.

David Cunio:

'The thought of my family kept me alive'

Former hostage David Cunio recounts the terrorists’ abuse, the painful separation from his wife and daughters, and the emotions that surfaced upon returning home.

Approved in first reading:

Regulating the prosecution of October 7 terrorists

The Knesset approves, in the first reading, a bill to prosecute the October 7 terrorists in a military court, including broadcasting and documenting the proceedings.

'Culture of lies'

Senior IDF officer slams former Chief of Staff

Brig. Gen. (res.) Meir Finkle says IDF investigations prioritized pleasing senior command, downplayed failures, and contributed to flawed assessments of Hamas.

After October 7:

One woman’s mission to help Israel’s orphans heal

Founder Marlene Kolangi describes how Israel Orphans of 10/7 provides financial aid, play therapy and support to children shattered by October 7.

UK bans Islamic preacher who defended Hamas after October 7

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood bars Islamic preacher Shadee Elmasry from entering the country over posts defending Hamas.

Counterterrorism to saving lives:

A mission that defines the Shahar Battalion

Maj. M., deputy commander of the Shahar Battalion, describes shifting seamlessly between counterterrorism operations and urgent rescue missions under missile fire, driven by a deep sense of national and moral mission.

BBC to compensate family who survived Hamas massacre

BBC to compensate Horenstein family from Netiv Ha'asara after photographer trespassed on their property following the October 7 massacre.

Former Chief of Staff:

Establish an independent and impartial state commission

Former Chief of Staff, Aviv Kochavi: 'Establish independent and impartial state commission, nothing else'

Segev Kalfon fights for his life again

Segev Kalfon, a survivor of Hamas captivity, gave an interview to the AP News Agency, where he spoke about the things he did to please his captors and the violence he endured while in captivity.

State Comptroller warns:

Supreme Court's decision puts lives at risk

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman responds to Supreme Court interim order freezing investigation into October 7 massacre, warning lack of investigation into failures places Israelis' lives at risk.

'We Thought It Was A Drill':

IDF drone operator recounts October 7th massacre

An IDF UAV operator returned from a trip to Asia - directly to the shift on the morning of October 7th, 2023.

10/7 in Judea and Samaria

Defense Minister's warning: Prepare for an attack

Defense Minister Israel Katz said sustained IDF operations cut terror by over 80%, ordering preparations for possible October 7-style attacks in Judea and Samaria.

Help ZAKA hero

A light that refuses to go out: Natan Kenig's story this Hanukkah

For 28 years, he lit others' darkest moments. On October 7, he spent months ensuring no family was left without closure. Now the light-bearer needs light. This Hanukkah, will we let his flame go out?

Supreme Court orders October 7th investigation halted

The Supreme Court ordered the State Comptroller to suspend audits in areas of political and investigative sensitivity until the petition is decided.

Revealed:

The document that led Sinwar to carry out the Oct. 7 massacre

Newly-exposed Hamas intelligence document recommended preparing for an unexpected attack to disrupt Israel's deterrence strategy.

Since the Disengagement:

Massive intelligence failure in Gaza

Since the 2005 Disengagement from Gaza, the ISA and Israeli intelligence have not had any significant informers in Hamas leadership, and thwarted other Israeli intelligence agencies' efforts in Gaza.

Research proves: Qatar is not a mediator, but an enemy of Israel

New research reveals Qatar not a neutral mediator or humanitarian player, but an active partner in Hamas' October 7 massacre and plans to destroy Israel.

Left-wing protest leader

'1,200 people were murdered because we didn't bring down govt'

In an interview, Shikma Bressler claimed that the avoidance of protests against the government by many members of the public contributed to the events of October 7th.

Moving story of a war widow's engagement

A meeting at a Chabad House in Michigan led to the engagement of Naora, the widow of Bechor Swid, who fell on October 7 while defending the town of Shlomit.

MK Sova to Arutz Sheva:

'A sabotage committee will be established'

MK Evgeny Sova criticizes MK Ariel Kallner’s initiative to form a non-state commission of inquiry: “There will be no search for the truth.”

The agent in Gaza

Almog Cohen reveals dramatic details in the Knesset

Deputy Minister Almog Cohen said in the Knesset that a Shin Bet agent in Gaza reported unusual Nukhba terrorist activity hours before October 7, but the information was not relayed.

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Knesset erupts during vote on October 7th commission

The Knesset approved in a preliminary meeting MK Ariel Kallner’s (Likud) bill to create a national-state commission of inquiry into the events of October 7th, 2023.

At National Insurance committees

Psychiatrist made offensive remarks to Nova survivors

A psychiatrist made offensive remarks to Nova festival survivors during National Insurance Institute hearings, prompting complaints of psychological harm and a review of committee procedures.

Risk of 10/7-style attack:

State Comptroller issues severe warning for Jerusalem area

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman examined the effectiveness of the barrier and the crossings around Jerusalem and found serious deficiencies in operation, security, and supervision.

October 7 must not be rewarded with a terrorist state

Anti-Semitic hate speech and terrorism must be punished. When world leaders call for immediate Palestinian Arab statehood in the aftermath of October 7, they send a chilling message: that terrorism works. Opinion.

PM:

Coalition, opposition to share authority in October 7 probe

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the state commission of inquiry into the October 7 events will have full authority, equal representation from coalition and opposition, and broad public legitimacy.

State commission of inquiry:

Will Judge Amit appoint the state commission of inquiry alone?

Jewish People Policy Institute index finds majority support for a balanced appointment model of a state commission of inquiry on the war. Small minority believes government or Knesset should appoint the commission, sharp gaps between right and left.

One ZAKA volunteer collapses after 2 years of dealing with 10/7

Turns out the invisible wounds of first responders are destroying lives while families watch helplessly - and one wife is desperately asking for help before it's too late

AG slams October 7 inquiry bill, coalition fires back

In a sharply worded legal opinion, Attorney General Baharav‑Miara delivers harsh criticism of the bill to establish a “National‑State Commission of Inquiry.” Minister Karhi fires back.

October Council families: 'Who is responsible?'

The families of the October Council held a press conference at noon calling for the establishment of a state commission of inquiry into the failures of the October Council.

Two years later: Three October 7 terrorists arrested in Rahat

Three Gaza residents who participated in the October 7 massacre and remained in Israel afterwards are arrested in southern Israel.

Nova hero

'I just did what needed to be done'

Chen Moshe Mizrahi, one of the survivors of the Nova party, received a certificate of recognition for his extraordinary bravery.

Draft of bill published

How the Nukhba terrorists will be prosecuted

The bill establishes a military tribunal mechanism for prosecuting participants in the October 7 attack, with the authority to impose the death penalty and without the possibility of future release.

Preparing for prosecution

Who will judge the Nukhba Terrorists?

The Ministers of Defense and Justice led a discussion on prosecuting the Nukhba terrorists after the October 7 massacre and explored the possibility of establishing a dedicated military tribunal.

Fox News host Brian Kilmeade: '9/11 for US is 10/7 for Israel'

Speaking at the Israel Justice Organization Summit in NYC, Brian Kilmeade compares diplomacy to sports, saying that both the US and Israel sometimes err in good faith, while their adversaries act with clear malice.

ZAKA hero who saved hundreds now needs saving

Chanukah celebrates miracles. The miracle no one talks about: Natan Kenig spent months under fire ensuring no missing persons from October 7. Every family got closure. He gave everything. Now the miracle-maker is falling.

The coalition’s outline and the political firestorm

Coalition proposes that the inquiry committee into October 7 will consist of six or seven members. In the first stage, the Speaker of the Knesset will submit a proposed composition within 14 days, which requires the approval of 80 Members of Knesset.

Former hostages to Netanyahu:

'Establish a state commission of inquiry or step down'

On the 800th day since the October 7 massacre, some 200 former hostages and families of hostages call on the Prime Minister to establish a state commission of inquiry or vacate his position.

Watch:

Hamas rehearsed Ben-Gvir's kidnapping before the massacre

During a final exercise held days before the October 7th massacre, Hamas's elite Nukhba unit rehearsed the kidnapping of Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Watch: Ra'ad Sa'ad, October 7 architect, is eliminated

IDF, ISA, publish footage of the moment Hamas terrorist and October 7 architect Ra'ad Sa'ad is eliminated in Gaza City. Watch.

Ra'ad Sa'ad, an architect of the Oct. 7 massacre, is eliminated

IAF eliminates Hamas terrorist Ra'ad Sa'ad in targeted attack in Gaza City. Sa'ad was considered Hamas' second-in-comand in Gaza.

Eitan Mor recounts:

'I accepted the fact that I will die in Gaza, it helped me live'

In an interview with Makor Rishon, former hostage Eitan Mor details his abduction, the severe starvation in Hamas tunnels, and the moments of faith that helped him survive.

Israel responds:

Amnesty’s Hamas report too little, too late

Israel’s Foreign Ministry criticizes Amnesty International’s delayed report on Hamas’s Oct. 7 atrocities, saying it understates the scale of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Netanyahu

'Former officials trying to influence October 7 investigation

In a social media post, PM Netanyahu accused former senior officials of attempting to "distort facts" in order to influence the investigation into the October 7th massacre.

Noa Kirel:

'Music should remain a space for unity, not division'

Israeli singer Noa Kirel told the BBC Israel is being targeted for political reasons, and this is 'an attack on everything Eurovision stands for.'

More than 2 years later:

Amnesty concludes that Hamas committed crimes against humanity

Amnesty’s new report outlines widespread killings, hostage‑taking and abuses by Hamas-led forces during the October 7 attacks, based on verified testimony and forensic evidence.

Complex decision

Be'eri divided over fate of houses damaged in massacre

Residents of Kibbutz Be’eri voted to demolish homes damaged on October 7, while Heritage Minister Amihai Eliyahu considers using the law to preserve them as historic sites despite local opposition.

Defense Minister, Chief of Staff

Agreement to consolidate October 7 investigations

Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir agreed to join their separate probes into the failures of October 7. Defense Comptroller to join as observer/

Netanyahu on 10/7 inquiry

'No one is above investigation'

PM Netanyahu addressed the need for an investigative committee into the failures of October 7, and said that the committee will examine in depth the responsibility of all levels.

Ronen Bar's first speech after being fired

Half a year after leaving his post, former ISA director Ronen Bar criticized the Prime Minister over the October 7th massacre and called for the establishment of a state commission of inquiry.

Capt Daniel Peretz's weapon found in booby-trapped Gaza complex

IDF troops located in Gaza the weapon of Captain Daniel Peretz, who was killed on 10/7 & whose body was returned from Hamas captivity about a month ago.

Gazan who celebrated October 7 massacre walks free in Belgium

Mohanad Alkhatib, a resident of Khan Yunis who participated in the October 7 massacre and was documented infiltrating Israeli territory, is seen roaming Antwerp freely, enjoying the city's Christmas market.

President Herzog lauds Israel's medical heroes at NYC event

At Shamir Medical Center event in New York, Israeli President Isaac Herzog salutes Israel’s medical resilience, says Shamir Medical Center 'gave us light during a time of darkness.'

Captivity survivor in Italy:

'Islamic Jihad murdered me mentally every single day'

Rom Braslavski, survivor of Hamas captivity, tells a conference of Italy’s ruling party about the October 7 massacre and his trauma in captivity: "I saw young and beautiful women riddled with bullets."

October 7th massacre:

Heroic battle of next Mossad head

Security cameras at the Shaar Negev intersection recorded the dramatic moments in which Roman Goffman, then commander of the National Center for Ground Training, joined the fight against the terrorists.

Calls, warnings, and failure

New details emerge from the October 7 investigation

Three consecutive late-night discussions among the IDF’s top brass examined indications of an imminent attack - but the directives that followed lacked any meaningful change to readiness.

Chief of Staff:

'Establish an external and objective commission of inquiry'

Chief of Staff distributed a letter to commanders calling for an external commission of inquiry to examine the failures of October 7 and review the relationship between military and political echelons.