Swords of Iron

Syrian report:

Grandson of Hezbollah leader eliminated

Terrorist belonging to Imam Hossein Division, a grandson of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, was killed in strike, reports in Syria say; IDF unaware of kinship between the two.

In central Gaza

Recruited operatives to Hamas and was eliminated

Terrorist Mahmoud Muhammad Abd Khad, who was responsible for recruiting new Hamas terrorist operatives, eliminated in an aerial strike in central Gaza.

Mother of soldier injured in Gaza:

Pray for my son's recovery

Chana Sa'idov, mother of Harel, who was severely injured in Gaza, speaks with Arutz Sheva, asks the public to pray for her son and a friend. 'His condition is serious but stable.'

Source:

Sinwar prefers condemnation of Israel over Gazans

Hamas decided not to provide any details on two central issues: an updated list of hostages, and the number of terrorists to be released in any prisoner swap deal, source says.

Defense Min.:

'We will not end this war without eliminating Hamas'

Defense Min. Gallant speaks with IDF soldiers on the Gaza border, promises. 'There is no one who will help the terrorists. It is only a matter us deciding what we will deal with first or second.'

Soldier responds to protester who called him Nazi

Activist yells at soldier, 'You dirty Nazi'; soldier responds in an original fashion - without blaming the activist.

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Terrorists hiding in ambulance killed in airstrike

IAF aircraft strikes a terrorist cell, terrorists escape and hide in an ambulance.

Negotiations crisis:

Israel won't send delegation to Cairo

Representatives of Qatar, the US, and the Hamas terror group arrive in Cairo to negotiate a prisoner swap; following Hamas' partial response, Israel announces that it will not send a representative to the talks.

Dennis from Be'er Sheva fell in battle in Gaza

Sergeant Major (res.) Dennis Yekimov, age 33 from Be'er Sheva, fell in battle in Gaza, IDF says.

Oct. 7th: Harsh data:

38 children murdered, 42 taken hostage, 116 orphaned

National Council for the Child data shows that 19,407 Israeli children were physically or mentally injured in the horrific events since the outbreak of the war – 37% of them under age 6.

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Hold Me Closer - Music for the nation in crisis

Musician Ari Green's new song 'Hold Me Closer' encapsulates the feelings flowing through the nation - both the pain of the war and the hopes for the future.

Son born to fallen soldier

'Yedidya had always accompanied me during births'

The widow of a fallen IDF soldier says that she will continue to be strong for the sake of their two daughters and newborn son. 'I thank God that we could build our family before we were separated.'

Parliamentarians conference calls to disband UNRWA

A delegation of parliamentarians from 21 countries visited one of the towns struck by Hamas on October 7th and called to abolish the UNRWA as 'terror-entrenched.'

IDF facilitates dozens of air drops of aid into Gaza

IDF says over 450 packages of food and medical aid were distributed through 21 airdrops to the Gaza Strip in recent weeks in coordination with Jordan, France, the UAE and Egypt.

IDF attacks new targets in Khan Yunis

The targets include a housing complex for the poor subsidized by Qatar. The attacks were preceded by a particularly intense bombardment.

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.

Security officials warn against 'dithering' in Gaza

Israeli forces are more exposed to attack if they are not actively executing any operations, and the ground offensive is being unnecessarily drawn out.

IDF spokesman on soldiers' deaths:

'Two explosive devices detonated in the building'

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari responds to incident in Khan Yunis which left three IDF soldiers dead and 14 injured.

US official on hostage deal: Ball is in Hamas' court

Israel has agreed to hostage deal, progress on deal and ceasefire now depend on Hamas' agreement, US official says.

Moving: Mothers of hostages rally in unity

Ditza Or, mother of Avinatan, and Meirav Leshem Gonen, mother of Romi, go on stage together at Families Forum event in Jerusalem: 'We're united for them.' Watch.

Live updates:

Fighter jets strike Hezbollah structures in Lebanon

IDF forces continue to advance through southern and central Gaza and terrorists continue launching rockets at the Jewish state from Lebanon and Gaza as war enters 21st week.

IDF targets Islamic Jihad in Rafah

IDF conducts precision strike against Islamic Jihad terrorists in Rafah, no damage caused to hospital.

Former Prime Minister:

Netanyahu refused 6 plans to assassinate Hamas heads

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Batrak claims that Netanyahu was presented with six different plans to assassinate Hamas leadership, and refused all of them.

Three IDF soldiers killed in battle in Gaza

Sergeant Dolev Malka, Sergeant Inon Itzhak, and Sergeant Afik Tery were killed in battle with Hamas terrorists, IDF spokesman says.

Widow of fallen soldier gives birth to son

Meitar Eliyahu, widow of fallen reservist Sergeant First Class (res.) Eliyahu who was killed three months ago in Gaza, gave birth to the couple's third child and first son.

Hezbollah terrorists driving in Lebanon eliminated

In southern Lebanon, IDF takes out terrorists belonging to Hezbollah's Imam Hossein Division.

IDF eliminates terrorists in series of airstrikes

After rockets were fired into Israel on Friday, the IDF promptly struck the area of the launch.

IDF reveals:

Operations in compound associated with Yahya Sinwar

Egoz Unit soldiers operate in compounds affiliated with senior Hamas operatives and combat areas, continuing IDF offensive in western Khan Yunis.

Biden announces:

US to airdrop aid into Gaza

US President says the current flow of aid to the Strip is not enough: “We’re going to pull out every stop we can."

FM Katz fires back

Erdogan accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza

Foreign Minister Israel Katz responds after Turkish President accused Israel of genocide: "We are fighting against your partners from Hamas. You should be silent and be ashamed!”

IDF demands 7,500 additional troops

The losses and injuries inflicted by the war have left the IDF in need of an immediate boost of manpower, beyond those intended to be drafted in the near future.

Khan Yunis:

Dozens of terrorists hiding in school arrested

7th Brigade combat team finds ammunition magazines, RPG missiles, explosives, Kalashnikov rifles, uniforms and Hamas military equipment in terrorists’ houses during battles in Khan Yunis.

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Terrorists with explosives eliminated from air

Troops from Bislamach Brigade entered the heart of Khan Yunis and joined the activities of the 98th Division in the area in order to defeat the Hamas terrorist organization.

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.

Dramatic arrest brought information about Hamas

Head of security for senior Hamas officials in Gaza was arrested by Israeli security forces and provided valuable information about the conduct of senior Hamas officials.

IDF Spokesman:

'IDF did not fire on Gaza aid convoy'

IDF Spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari presents new video showing IDF tanks securing aid convoy retreating as mob stormed the convoy.

President of Colombia:

‘Netanyahu murdered 100 Palestinians – a Holocaust’

President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, postponed purchase of arms from Israel, following the death of dozens of Gazans when trying to plunder humanitarian aid trucks.

Netanyahu:

'Victory requires eliminating all Hamas battalions'

PM addresses media following deadly shooting near Eli, says Israel has not received answers on which hostages would be released in a potential deal.

Israelis broke through checkpoint, crossed into Gaza

Israelis protesting near the Erez checkpoint broke through a military checkpoint and crossed the border from Israel to the Gaza Strip.

Gallant:

'Hamas tunnels networks turned into traps for them'

Defense Minister tours northern Gaza, says IDF ready to act in Rafah at a time of Israel's choosing.

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IDF battalion activity in area where 2 soldiers fell

Watch the Tzabar battalion’s combat activity. The soldiers located and destroyed Hamas shafts and terrorist infrastructure. Iftah Shahar and Itai Seif fell in battle.

Report:

Canada will also airdrop aid into Gaza

As US considers airdropping humanitarian aid into northern Gaza, Canadian government says it will begin airlifting aid into Gaza in the next week.

Moving:

Residents of Shlomit, on Egypt border, return home

Residents of the southern Israeli town of Shlomit return home after nearly five months of exile, lay cornerstone for new nursery building.

Dozens of Gazans trampled during aid distribution

Gaza residents crowd around aid trucks, pushing and trampling to reach aid supplies, and threatening IDF soldiers.

Escalation?

Suspicious aerial target shot down near Haifa

Residents of the Haifa area report hearing explosions after air raid sirens sounded near Kfar Hasidim; IDF reports successful aerial interception.

MK Matan Kahana:

'Haredim have a chance to solve a years-long problem

'Since October 7, question of enlistment is no longer a social question, but an existential one,' MK Matan Kahana says.

Hamas: 'The Israelis are right where we want them'

Hamas leader in Gaza sending optimistic messages to terror group's fighters on the ground, WSJ reports.

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Michael Rapaport slams Hollywood

Jewish comedian Michael Rapaport partners with the popular Israeli satire show Eretz Nehederet to bash Hollywood's silence following October 7th.

Report:

US concerned Israel may invade Lebanon

Biden administration officials tell CNN that the US is worried an Israeli ground incursion into Lebanon may happen within months.

Defense Min. to Lloyd Austin:

Israel won't tolerate threats against its citizens

Defense Min. Gallant briefs US Defense Sec. Austin on progress of Israel-Hamas war, importance of international pressure in securing hostages' freedom.

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IDF takes out cell which fired at Israeli troops

Terrorist cells eliminated in Zaytun as IDF activity in the area continues; IDF troops continue killing terrorists and dismantling terrorist infrastructure in Khan Yunis.

Three blows against Israel, all in one week

The slaughter of 1,200 Israeli innocents is old news, off the radar, and a time to slurp ice cream when discussing the hostages. And then there is "60 Minutes." Op-ed.

Former Amb. Friedman:

'Biden committed negotiating malpractice'

Former ambassador David Friedman denounced US President Joe Biden's ice cream shop talk about the hostage negotiations.

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.

White House considering airdropping aid to Gaza

Axios report: White House exploring the possibility of airdropping aid from US military planes into Gaza as deliveries by land become increasingly difficult.

Yigal Dilmoni to Arutz Sheva:

'You'd better believe it, we are beating Hamas'

Former CEO of the Yesha Council, Yigal Dilmoni, spoke to Arutz Sheva on the battle in Gaza and the impending IDF victory.

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."

Ex-Foreign Minister:

'Give up on normalization if price is a PA state'

Former Foreign Minister and current Energy Minister Eli Cohen tells Arutz Sheva Israel must disagree with US even while being grateful for American support, Palestinian state cannot be created after October 7.

Soldiers return to war after mental health therapy

On Thursday the IDF Medic Corps will inaugurate a new mental health services center, which will provide accessible and high-quality treatment.

Hebrew house sign found in Khan Yunis returned

Soldiers in Khan Yunis found a house sign in Hebrew, and in short order located the Israeli couple to whom it had belonged as well.