Swords of Iron

Biden:

'I hope for a ceasefire by next Monday'

US President speaks to reporters in New York: My national security adviser tells me that they’re close. My hope is by next Monday we’ll have a ceasefire.

Israel submits report on war to ICJ

Following hearing on South Africa's lawsuit against Israel, Israel submits report to International Court of Justice, detailing the steps it is taking to minimize harm to Gaza civilians.

PA official rejects Netanyahu's Gaza plan

Nabil Abu Rudeineh, Palestinian Authority information chief, calls Netanyahu's 'day after' plan an attempt to exile 'Palestinians' from Gaza, insists it lacks a political future.

Kiryat Shmona mayor:

'I will physically prevent residents from returning'

Avichai Stern, mayor of the northern Israel city of Kiryat Shmona, says that his residents will not be allowed to return to the city without a change in the security situation.

IAF aircraft strike Hezbollah launch site in Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah site from which dozens of missiles were launched towards Israel.

Ben-Gvir denies intention to leave government

The National Security Minister claims he is not currently planning to leave the government, but there are reasons for which he would.

Tunnel went under hospital, university

10-kilometer long tunnel from northern to southern Gaza uncovered by the IDF.

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

Fallen soldier's widow to MKs:

I am here also on behalf of victims of Schalit deal

During a discussion in the Knesset committee, bereaved families called to continue fighting until the defeat of Hamas and to avoid agreeing to a deal that would endanger more civilians.

Is there a future beyond UNRWA?

UNRWA employees participated in 7/10 atrocities

Ayelet Samerano, whose son Yonatan's body was kidnapped by an UNRWA social worker, will address the 'Future Beyond UNRWA' summit in Geneva, Switzerland.

IDF confirms:

Missile hit IDF UAV, downing it in Lebanon

Interceptor missile fired towards suspicious target crossing into Israel from Lebanon; video clip from Kfar Tavor shows fragments of interceptor near synagogue.

IDF: Over 30 terrorists killed in a neighborhood

IDF activities in Zaytun continue, as troops killed over 30 terrorists in one day, continue intensifying activities in Khan Yunis area.

IDF weighing yeshiva for haredi soldiers near border

New initiative aims to allow haredi soldiers to maintain religious lifestyle, regular Torah study, while protecting Israel's borders.

Fallen soldier's legacy:

The legacy of this Jerusalem school principal

Yossi Hershkowitz, who fell in Gaza, leaves a legacy with his students. 'Thank you Yossi for educating us. Thank you for making us who we are. Thank you for being our father, friend and principal. '

Cleared for publication:

Officer and four soldiers seriously injured in Gaza

IDF Spokesperson's Unit clears for publication that an officer and four soldiers were seriously injured in Gaza battles. They were evacuated to hospital for medical treatment.

Minister Sa'ar:

'I'm in favor of early elections, but after the war'

Minister Gideon Sa'ar speaks at the 21st Jerusalem Conference on the issue of control of Gaza after the war: We must realize the goal of destroying Hamas in order to have an alternative.

Arab peace activist:

'From the river to the sea means murder of Jews'

Arab peace activist Loay Alshareef peaks at 'No To Terror' rally in London: "I know that this war can end, not today, not in the next hour, but in the next second, if all the hostages are released and Hamas lays down its weapons."

IDF Spokesperson in WSJ:

'Our mission is to bring our hostages home'

IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari publishes op-ed in The Wall Street Journal, outlines the difference between Hamas, which uses civilians as human shields, and the IDF which tries to prevent harm to civilians.

British Palestinian activist:

'The cycle of death, hatred and trauma must end'

British Palestinian activist John Aziz speaks at 'No To Terror' rally in London: "Hatred is not the cure for hatred. Death is not the cure for death. Dehumanization is not the cure for dehumanization."

Dozens of Nukhba terrorists arrested in Khan Yunis

The terrorists were interrogated by IDF intelligence and Shin Bet and provided information on how they held the hostages in Gaza.

Cabinet to decide:

Merchandise to northern Gaza? Only as part of a deal

Harsh criticism leads War Cabinet to rescind decision to approve humanitarian aid to northern Gaza, instead tying it to a prisoner swap deal.

'No To Terror'

Muslims and 7/10 survivors hold 'No To Terror' rally

Muslim leaders unite with Oct. 7th massacre survivors from the Nova music festival to say 'No To Terror.'

MK Ohad Tal:

Establishing Palestinian state would endanger Israel

At NRB conference, MK Ohad Tal appeals to hundreds of media members in the USA, urging them to stand by Israel and help her protect her borders and win the war against Hamas.

IDF captain tells how Hamas abused a 4-year-old girl

Captain Yigal Dilmoni tells how Hamas abuses Gaza civilians: ‘They pulled a little girl out of a shaft to test our alertness. They sacrificed her.’

Defense Min.:

We will increase firepower against Hezbollah

Hezbollah is seeking replacements for their operatives - and not finding any, Defense Min. Yoav Gallant says.

Ayelet Shaked:

'Unthinkable that during a war, haredim won't serve'

Former Justice Min. Ayelet Shaked says that passing humanitarian aid to Gaza is 'mother of all sins,' haredim should serve in IDF during wartime.

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

‘Hostage deal? Only under better terms’

Minister Bezalel Smotrich spoke at the Jerusalem Conference about the attempt to pressure Israel into agreeing to a Palestinian state: ‘I would like to hear Benny Gantz object to this.’

Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf to PM:

'Declare UNRWA a terrorist organization'

Housing Min. Yitzhak Goldknopf asks PM Netanyahu why the National Security Council (NSC) objects to any proposal to declare UNRWA a terrorist organization and demanded that the PM intervene.

Lebanon:

IDF strikes terror cell exiting military structure

IDF intercepts suspicious aerial target that crossed from Lebanon into Israel, strikes terror cell and military compounds in southern Lebanon.

Hamas prioritizing a ceasfire over new government

A Hamas spokesman says that the organization has been pushing for an Israeli ceasefire and withdrawal instead of planning the new Palestinian government.

Sergeant Oz Daniel was murdered in 7/10 massacre

Sergeant Oz Daniel was murdered on October 7; his body is still held captive by Hamas.

Operation at Nasser Hospital concludes

200 terrorists arrested, many weapons found in operation at Gaza hospital. IDF facilitates resupply of hospital, provides generator.

Cleared for publication:

Staff Sergeant Ido Eli Zrihen fell in battle in Gaza

Staff Sergeant Ido Eli Zrihen, 20, from Jerusalem, fell in battle in the southern Gaza Strip. He served in the Givati Brigade.

Police prepare to clear border crossing

The Israel Police have prepared significant additional forces to clear the border crossings for humanitarian aid to Gaza.

'We're paying the price for twenty years of neglect'

Martin Oliner, chairman of the Center for Righteousness and Integrity, speaks about the effects of antisemitism in the modern world.

Report: Israel to present Egypt with Rafah plan

Israel ramping up dialogue with Egypt to prevent tensions over future Rafah operation.

Terrorists hiding behind civilians arrested

In Khan Yunis, IDF forces identify, arrest terrorists attempting to hide among civilians being evacuated from the combat zones.

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.

Cleared for publication:

Staff sergeant Nerya Belete fell in battle in Gaza

Staff sergeant Nerya Belete, 21, from Shavei Shomron, fell in battle in the southern Gaza Strip. An officer and two soldiers were seriously injured.

National Security Council chief:

We demand immediate release of all the women

National Security Council chief Tzachi Hanegbi says Israel demanding 'release of all hostages, and immediate release of all the women,' promises Israel will destroy 'all of Hamas' battalions.'

Live Updates:

Hezbollah missiles expert killed in Israeli strike

Jafar Salah, one of Hezbollah's eminent missile experts, was eliminated in an IDF strike near Nabatieh.

Major Eyal Shuminov fell in battle in Gaza

Major Eyal Shuminov, 24 years old from Karmiel, fell in battle in northern Gaza, IDF says.

Who is sending threatening letters to MKs' families?

Avi Saada, brother of MK Moshe Saada, received a threatening letter from the 'Israeli Revengers.' MK Tally Gotliv's son received a similar letter.

Netanyahu: We will approve plans for Rafah operation

PM Netanyahu says Cabinet will meet to approve plans for Rafah operation, evacuation of Gaza civilians.

Hamas official:

'Hostages will force Israel to concede'

A member of Hamas' political branch says that hostage negotiations will force Israel into concessions.

2nd time within hours:

IDF strikes terrorist entering weapons facility

IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons facility near Israel-Lebanon border, secondary explosions indicate quantity of weapons at site of strike.

10 terrorists for every 1 hostage:

All the details of the proposed prisoner swap

Document reveals: Prisoner swap would see release of around 40 women, elderly, and ailing, in exchange for hundreds of convicted terrorists; six-week ceasefire.

Chief of Staff:

'Combat is the most effective tool for negotiations'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi says that the continued war in Gaza is the surest way to secure the hostages' release.

Egypt warns:

Attack on Rafah in Ramadan endangers entire region

Senior Egyptian source warns that continued warfare during Ramadan may cause attacks on Western interests in the area.

Lebanon:

Terror cell eliminated entering military structure

IDF drone identifies terror cell entering military structure in Blida, IAF aircraft strikes structure.

Footage from Khan Yunis:

Terrorist eliminated on rooftop

Paratroopers Brigade Combat Team engaging in close-quarters encounters, eliminating terrorists and destroying terrorist infrastructure.

Weapons found in UNRWA bags

During operations in western Khan Yunis, IDF's 7th Brigade locates weapons inside UNRWA bags.

Antitank cell eliminated in IDF airstrike

IDF drone identifies terrorist squad preparing to launch an antitank missile at IDF troops, directs IAF to strike the terror cell.

Foreign Min.:

'Since 7/10 massacre, UN has cooperated with Hamas'

Foreign Min. Israel Katz slams UN Human Rights Council for 'cooperating with Hamas terrorists,' 'trying to undermine Israel's right to defend itself,' in wake of October 7 massacre.

Hezbollah terrorist dies days after Israeli strike

Hezbollah confirms reports that Mohammed Alawiya succumbed to injuries sustained in an Israeli UAV strike 11 days ago.

PA, Hamas:

'Netanyahu's post-war plans doomed to fail'

PA and Hamas both denounce Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal for the "day after" Hamas, which was discussed by the Political-Security Cabinet.

Kirby on post-war plans:

'We don't believe in forced displacement of Gazans'

White House National Security Council Spokesperson asked about Israel's post-war plans: We have very consistent positions, we still hold to them.

21st IDF naval combat course graduates

Course Commander: 'Be victorious in every operation and battle, and return home safely.'

Gantz:

'The war will continue deep in enemy territory'

National Unity leader Benny Gantz gave a statement in which he promised that the war would expand farther into both Hamas and Hezbollah's territory to ensure that Israelis could return home safely.

Drone footage reveals:

Terrorist hurls grenade at soldiers, is eliminated

Soldiers of the Maglan Unit engage in close-quarters combat with Hamas terrorists in western Khan Yunis.