Swords of Iron

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.'

MDA mourns fallen volunteer

IDF Officer and MDA Volunteer Maj. (Res.) Amishar Ben David fell in battle over the weekend. 'He cared for the dozens of volunteers as though they were his children.'

Released hostage in NYC:

'We don't know how much longer hostages can survive'

Over 3,000 demonstrators gathered in Central Park to call for the release of the hostages being held by Hamas.

Gallant aboard Navy ship:

'Maritime aid to Gaza will help overthrow Hamas'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant was briefed on the work undertaken to establish a naval pier and routes to enable the distribution of aid to Gazan civilians.

Watch:

Soldiers welcome Torah scroll in Gaza

After an extended period of protecting the various routes in the Gaza Strip, the soldiers received a Torah scroll to use during prayer services during the week and on Shabbat.

Sanders:

'Hamas and Netanyahu must go'

Speaking with CBS News, Senator Bernie Sanders drew a comparison between the bloodthirsty terror group and the Israeli leader: 'Hamas cannot run Gaza and Netanyahu cannot run Israel.'

Netanyahu responds to Biden:

'My policies are for Israel's interests'

The Prime Minister answered accusations that he is harming Israel, insisting the overwhelming majority of Israelis support his policies.

Heartbreaking:

Fallen soldier's sons recite Kaddish prayer

Major (res.) Amishar Ben David was laid to rest in Jerusalem. His father eulogized: 'You went up from the lower army to the army of heaven.'

Soldier injured in Gaza, arrested for taking weapons

Haruv Unit soldier volunteered to serve in Gaza and was arrested by the Military Police for illegally taking weapons from the battlefield. His lawyer: 'He should not be detained.'

'A heart of gold'

SFC Michael Gal fell in battle in the Gaza Strip

Gal, 29, from Jerusalem, served in the fire support company of the Bislamach Brigade's 450th Battalion.

Message to Hezbollah

IDF practices combat supply drops in northern Israel

Forces exercised the transportation of equipment, water, fuel, and ammunition in an emergency scenario to forces operating in the northern arena.

October 7th sexual violence:

Hostages' families to attend UNSC meeting

Foreign Minister Israel Katz will leave for New York together with a delegation of family members of hostages. 'The people of Israel will not accept what happened, and won't stop until the UN prescribes Hamas as a terror organization.'

Academy Awards brace for pro-Palestinian protest

Several groups, including those within the film industry, have called to disrupt Oscar Sunday with protests for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

Hostages' families:

'Stop negotiations, enter Rafah now'

Tikva Forum, an organization representing families of hostages, says Hamas toying with Israel and the loved ones of the hostages in the negotiations.

Poll:

70% of Israelis call for change to haredi draft law

A new poll shows that only in haredi society does the majority still believe that the existing draft exemption can continue.

Fallen Colonel's handgun found in Gaza

The gun belonged to Colonel Yehonatan Steinberg, and was found alongside other belongings of hostages.

Chilling testimony:

Hamas terrorist admits to murdering child

In footage from interrogation published by journalist Zvi Yehezkeli, Nuhkba Force terrorist says his job was to "kill everyone" when asked about his murder of a child.

Foreign Minister Katz:

'USA supports war goals'

Foreign Minister Israel Katz stated that despite criticism, the US still supports the war in Gaza, and its alliance with Israel will carry on.

Terrorist who killed Amishar Ben David eliminated

13 terrorists eliminated over last day during battles in Gaza, including terrorist who killed IDF major.

UNRWA claims:

'Israel coerced employees to admit Hamas ties'

UNRWA report claims some of its employees who were released into Gaza from Israeli detention said they were pressured into falsely stating the agency has Hamas links.

VP Harris:

'Don't conflate Israeli gov't with Israeli people'

US Vice President Kamala Harris says Israelis deserve security and there should be a distinction between the Israeli people and the Israeli government.

US dispatches vessel to provide aid to Gaza

CENTCOM announces that USAV General Frank S. Besson has departed for the Mediterranean, where it will provide humanitarian aid to Gaza by sea.

Biden:

'Israeli operation in Rafah would be a red line'

US President tells MSNBC that Netanyahu "must, must, must" pay more attention to preventing civilian casualties in Gaza. "He hurts Israel more than he protects her. This is a mistake."

IDF spokesman:

'We're preparing for all possible scenarios'

Israel coordinating with US to create temporary floating pier, provide Gazans with additional humanitarian aid; plans for continued fighting in southern Israel approved by top brass.

Released hostage at rally:

Those in captivity are still experiencing horrors

Massive rally demands return of hostages: '19 women held hostage by Hamas - Women's Day 2024.'

Highest tower in Rafah attacked

IDF carries out precise attack against Hamas military site in Rafah; reports say that the tower was used to plan terror attacks against Israeli civilians and IDF forces.

Psychological terrorism:

Hamas claims seven hostages killed by Israeli fire

The communications officers accompanying the families of the hostages claim that there is no evidence to support Hamas' story.

Major (res.) Amishar Ben David killed in Gaza

IDF soldier Amishar Ben David was killed in action in Gaza over Shabbat. He is the eighteenth student from the Eli premilitary academy in Samaria to fall in this war.

Commander:

Israel strengthening readiness for Lebanon offensive

Commanding Officer of the Northern Command tells security coordinators in Western Galilee: 'We are constantly strengthening our readiness to launch offensive in Lebanon, I'm committed to changing security situation to bring residents home.'

Israel to Canada & Sweden:

Reinstating funding to UNRWA is a serious mistake

Decision to reinstate funding to UNRWA 'constitutes tacit agreement and support' by Canadian and Swedish governments for UNRWA employees' involvement in Oct. 7 massacre, Foreign Ministry says.

IDF strikes Hezbollah command centers in Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah military structures, command centers, in southern Lebanon.

Live updates:

IDF striking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

Rocket fire from Lebanon continues as IDF continues to make progress against Hamas in Gaza.

Mossad:

'Hamas uninterested in deal, aims to ignite region'

Mossad chief David Barnea meets CIA chief William Burns, in attempt to advance prisoner swap deal, free hostages.

Central Gaza:

IDF strikes posts from which missiles were launched

IDF troops kill terrorists in Hamad, continue targeted raids and eliminations of threats in northern and central Gaza.

'False and misleading'

Israel Heritage Foundation seeks apology from Harris

Israel Heritage Foundation calling on Vice President Kamala Harris to apologize after appearing to blame Israel for the “inhumane” conditions in Gaza.

Biden:

'Israel will provide security for Gaza aid port'

US President when asked whether Netanyahu should be doing more to provide aid to Gaza: “Yes he does”.