Swords of Iron

Hamas's ceasefire proposal

Terror group would release women, children, elderly, and sick in exchange for 700-1,000 terrorists, start of talks on permanent ceasefire.

US finalizes draft UN resolution on Gaza war

The draft supports international diplomatic efforts to establish Gaza ceasefire as part of a deal that releases the hostages.

Palestinian Arabs claim:

'IDF fired on Gazans waiting for humanitarian aid'

Gazan “ministry of health” claims dozens were killed by Israeli gunfire while awaiting aid trucks. IDF: The reports are false.

Hostage release deal:

Hamas submits response, Cabinet to convene

The Cabinet will meet on Friday afternoon and discuss Hamas' response to the deal. Prime Minister’s Office: Hamas continues making preposterous demands.

Otzma Yehudit MK:

'Supreme Court should publish the name of the spy'

MK Almog Cohen claims to have found the name of an IDF soldier caught releasing highly sensitive information at the beginning of the war, but the Supreme Court still refuses to allow the spy's name to be made public.

After reports of ties with Israel:

Hamas executes Gazan clan leader

The heavily armed Doghmush clan has been at odds with the terror organization and was one clan considered by the IDF to oversee the distribution of humanitarian aid in Gaza.

On their way to Gaza

Watch: Haredi soldiers sing at site of massacre

Soldiers from the Netzah Yehuda Battalion who were en route to join their battalion in Gaza stopped at the scenes of the October 7th massacre to sing and pray.

IDF prepares for maritime humanitarian aid to Gaza

For the first time, the IDF has completed preparations to allow humanitarian aid to reach Gaza from the sea.

Amit Segal in WSJ:

'Biden’s Middle East is a fantasy world'

The Israeli political analyst explains how the American administration sees both the Israelis and Palestinians in a light that is disconnected from reality.

Bennett To CNN:

'US lost 2400 at Pearl Harbor and killed 3 million'

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett defends the ongoing war in Gaza during an interview with Erin Burnett.

The plan Netanyahu rejected:

Fatah would fight Hamas in Gaza

According to the plan drafted by the defense establishment with US support, thousands of Fatah members would train in Jordan and then return to Gaza to fight Hamas.

Within minutes:

IDF eliminates terror cell behind mortar launch

IDF ground troops continue to operate in coordination with the Air Force in southern Gaza.

Amid Gaza war:

Sharp rise in antisemitism in Austria

President of local Jewish community says as many as eight to nine antisemitic incidents are reported per day since October 7.

Freed hostage:

'Nurses at Gaza hospital were cheering'

Judith Raanan, who was kidnapped together with her daughter on October 7 and freed 13 days later, shares her experience in TV interview.

Report:

US will only support 'small-scale' Rafah operation

Politico report: Senior US officials have told their Israeli counterparts the Biden administration would support a Rafah operation as long as Israel avoids a large-scale invasion.

At San Francisco Airport:

Anti-Israel protesters block terminal

Hundreds of protesters demanding ceasefire in Gaza block international terminal at San Francisco International Airport.

Six trucks that Israel let into north Gaza looted

For the first time since the war began, Israel let six trucks containing humanitarian aid into the northern Gaza Strip from its territory, but the trucks did not make it to their destination.

Secretary Blinken:

'Deal on the table, question is will Hamas take it'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed humanitarian efforts in Gaza and said that they will improve once there is a ceasefire. 'Does Hamas want to end the suffering that it's provoked?'

Watch:

Precise strike takes out Hamas commander in Rafah

Muhammad Abu Hasna was a combat support operative in Hamas’ military wing. He was also involved in taking control of humanitarian aid and distributing it to Hamas terrorists.

IDF general to government:

'You must be worthy of the soldiers and fallen'

98th Division commander Brig. Gen. Dan Goldfus addressed the press and called on the government to work for unity.

Footage from Gaza:

IDF strikes building containing 15 terrorists

During the forces' activity, soldiers from the Maglan, Egoz, and Givati Reconnaissance Units apprehended a number of terrorists, including a commander from Hamas’ Nukhba Forces.

A hint to Rafah?

Gallant: 'We will reach every necessary location'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant visited the Gazan coast and observed the work carried out in preparation for the maritime aid corridor.

MK Danny Danon:

Time to go into Rafah and finish the job with Hamas

'We will go all the way until Hamas is eradicated. Many terrorists found a safe place in Rafah, we have no other option,' MK Danny Danon tells Arutz Sheva.

IDF confirms: Hamas terrorist eliminated in Lebanon

Hamas terrorist Hadi Mustafa eliminated in vehicle explosion in southern Lebanon, Al Arabiya reports.

Watch:

Six aid trucks enter Gaza through road paved by IDF

In first, UN World Food Program uses IDF-paved road to access northern Gaza directly, bringing aid to around 25,000 Gazans.

Khan Yunis:

IDF eliminates terrorists barricaded in building

IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist responsible for numerous rocket launches toward Israeli territory.

Sderot train station to open for 1st time since 7/10

Sderot train station expected to resume operations on Monday, for the first time since the war broke out on October 7, 2023.

EU foreign policy chief:

'Hunger is being used as a war arm in Gaza'

EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell again levels accusations at Israel, says the lack of aid entering Gaza is a "manmade" disaster.

To prevent Hamas takeover:

Aid trucks enter Gaza through new IDF route

In a pilot program, six humanitarian aid trucks enter northern Gaza via the "96th" gate on the security fence.

Political upheaval:

Sa'ar breaks from National Unity party

Benny Gantz's party breaks up as Gideon Sa'ar announces decision to make New Hope an independent faction so its voice will be reflected in the War Cabinet.

Op-ed:

WWII ‘lessons’ that wouldn’t have saved a single Jew

It would be more constructive if the lessons learned from the Holocaust included “believe antisemites when they say they want to wipe out the Jewish people.” Op-ed.

Netanyahu to AIPAC:

'To win the war, we must destroy Hamas in Rafah'

PM thanks President Biden for his support during AIPAC summit, pledges to fight Hamas until victory. 'Israel will win this war no matter what.'

Netanyahu's response to Biden?

You can't support us and then object to our actions

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in an apparent response to US president, ‘Our victory is within reach. I know that the vast majority of the American people stand with us.’

8 Senators demand Biden stop giving Israel weapons

7 Democratic Senators and Bernie Sanders write to US President accusing Israel of limiting amount of humanitarian aid allowed into Gaza and demanding US stop providing weapons until Israel changes policy.

Cleared for publication:

Body of US citizen SGT Itay Chen held by Hamas

Chen, aged 19 when he fell, served as a combat soldier in the 75th Battalion of the Saar Hagolan (7th) formation.

Hostages' cousin to CNN:

'When you look at your kids, remember their faces'

In an emotional conversation, six men and women whose loved ones were taken hostage by Hamas told Jake Tapper about their feelings, expectations from the world, and hopes.

Queen of Jordan:

'Palestinians have endured 156 October 7ths'

The Queen of Jordan criticized Israel for excessive destruction and food insecurity in Gaza, and claimed that the collateral damage was part of a larger and more sinister plan.

Terrorist who fired rockets toward Israel eliminated

Troops monitored the source of the fire, identified the terrorist who exited the launch site and directed an aircraft that struck the terrorist.

Head of PA intelligence considered to run Gaza

Israeli security officials are considering backing Majid Faraj, a close confidant of PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, to manage civilian life in the Gaza Strip.

'Why did they abduct my brothers?'

Relative of hostages confronts PA ambassador at UN

Ali a-Ziyadna berated Palestinian Authority Ambassador to the UN Riyad Mansour following a Security Council meeting that discussed Hamas's sexual violence.

CIA director:

'A ceasefire and hostage deal is critical'

CIA director William Burns tells Senators the parties are trying to broker a deal for a six-week ceasefire that would allow for the release of 40 hostages as well as Palestinian Arab prisoners being held in Israel.

Report:

Biden could condition aid if Israel invades Rafah

Four US officials tell Politico President Biden will consider conditioning military aid to Israel if the country moves forward with a large-scale invasion of Rafah.

IDF strikes Hezbollah sites in Lebanon

Officials in Lebanon say at least one civilian was killed and several others injured in the Israeli strikes in the Beqaa Valley.

IDF Spokesman:

Hamas number 3 targeted, death unconfirmed

Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari confirms Marwan Issa was targeted in an airstrike, military investigating if he was killed.

Gallant hints at assassination of Hamas leader

Defense Minister meets General Staff leaders, lauds recent 'successes' in apparent reference to death of Hamas' number 3 in Gaza, Marwan Issa.

IDF transfers Palestinian orphans to Bethlehem

A large IDF force was assigned to bring a group of more than 70 orphans and adult chaperones from the Gaza Strip to Palestinian Authority territory.

Terrorists open fire from next to woman, children

After terrorists open fire on soldiers in Khan Yunis, 'Matador' missile eliminates them while avoiding harm to woman and 2 children in the next room.

Netanyahu:

We can't leave 1/4 of the Hamas terror army in place

PM Netanyahu says 'victory is at hand,' adds that without Rafah operation, 'Hamas will reconstitute itself with these four battalions, reconquer Gaza.'

Netanyahu:

'We killed Hamas' number 4'

PM says Israel on path to 'absolute victory' in war against Hamas.

'What you're doing is very brave'

Michael Rapaport speaks to hostage families

The Jewish-American actor spoke over the radio with family members of hostages who were traveling to testify before the UN Security Council.

A pier too far

The proposed temporary pier off the coast of Gaza brings with it a multitude of problems for the US administration. Op-ed.

IDF destroys tunnel shaft with cement factory

IDF operates in Hamad, Khan Yunis, destroying attack piers and arresting dozens of terrorists.

Hamas investigates:

Did the IDF eliminate Marwan Issa?

Hamas terror group investigating whether IDF eliminated Mohammed Deif's deputy, who coordinated between Hamas' military, political arms.

Report:

CIA chief held secret Cairo meeting last week

CIA chief William Burns paid secret visit to Cairo before meeting with Mossad chief David Barnea, report says.

During Gaza fighting:

Antitank missile fired towards soldiers

IDF troops struck terrorist operatives who endangered the forces in the central Gaza Strip, killing about 15 in a single day.

Saudi King:

'Stop crimes against our brothers in Palestine'

Saudi King denounces “heinous crimes” in the Gaza Strip in statement ahead of Ramadan.

In Ramadan statement:

Biden notes 'suffering of the Palestinian people'

US President mentions Gaza war in statement released on the occasion of Ramadan: We'll insist that Israel facilitate more routes and open more crossings to get more aid to more people.

Protesters near Oscars call for Gaza ceasefire

Oscars begin six minutes late after pro-Palestinian Arab protesters stop traffic en route to the ceremony and call for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Gantz ahead of Ramadan:

'Hamas will not desecrate houses of worship'

National Unity chairman in remarks ahead of Ramadan: Our war is not against Islam.

Arab affairs correspondent:

'Hamas is a culture of death'

Arab affairs correspondent, Tzvi Yechezkeli, speaks to Arutz Sheva: 'Our responsibility as Jews and Israelis is to stand up and say – this massacre was not some flickering moment in history. It could happen again.'