Swords of Iron

Fallen soldier's father:

'One of the terrorists tried to sell my son's head'

Father of Adir Tahar, who fell while defending Israel's borders on October 7, tells how he received a headless corpse, and how his son's head was recovered from Gaza.

IDF operating in Lebanon since morning

IDF strikes Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure, military compounds, in Lebanon.

Plane with medications for hostages lands in Egypt

Qatari military plane carrying medications for hostages lands in Egypt, with second plane to follow soon.

Rep. Ritchie Torres:

Celebrating 7/10 like celebrating lynchings

Ritchie Torres: Anti-Israel protesters celebrating Oct. 7 are like white people who cheered lynchings.

Bereaved father's obituary read in Knesset

In his death, Roi willed us to pursue mutual respect

Otzma Yehudit MK Yitzhak Kreuzer, reads to the Knesset eulogy delivered by Yair Maimon at the grave of his son Major (Res.) Roi Avraham, who was killed last week in battle in Gaza.

Rocket launchers used to fire at Netivot destroyed

IDF eliminates Hamas operative responsible for interrogating individuals suspected of espionage against the terrorist organization, locates and destroys rocket launchers used to fire at Netivot.

Major terror attack thwarted:

IDF eliminates terror chief in Shechem

Terror chief in Shechem, planning to carry out major and imminent attack with members of his cell, is eliminated by IDF, Shin Bet.

Two IDF reservists fell in Gaza

IDF clears for publication that Master sergeant (res.) Zechariah Pesach Haber and Sergeant major (res.) Yair Katz fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip. Two reservists seriously injured.

Erdan to UN chief:

'Very least you can do is call out the terrorists'

Israel’s UN Ambassador responds after Antonio Guterres says "we cannot allow what has been happening in Gaza to continue".

Gaza war:

Gantz delivered list of demands to Netanyahu

Gantz conveyed to Netanyahu a demand to promote a list of decisions that he says are critical to the continuation of the war.

102 days of war:

Hostages shown on Bild newspaper's building

German Bild newspaper with another gesture calling for the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza.

Senate rejects Sanders' anti-Israel resolution

The resolution would have forced an investigation into human rights abuses in the Israel-Hamas war.

White House spokesman:

'We're working on a new hostage release deal'

White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby says efforts are underway to achieve a new hostage release deal.

Pop star Dua Lipa:

'A humanitarian ceasefire has to happen'

Pop star Dua Lipa on Israel-Hamas war: I don’t condone what Hamas is doing. At the moment, what we have to look at is how many lives have been lost in Gaza.

MK Danny Illouz:

"Israel must focus on our mission to win this war"

MK Danny Illouz: "The goals of this war have not changed. After we saw the evil of Hamas on Oct. 7th, we understood that we have to completely eradicate it from the face of this earth, and this is exactly what we're going to do. It's not done yet; we're in the process of doing it. We need patience.”

Kibbutz Be'eri confirms deaths of hostages in video

Community confirms deaths of Itay Svirsky and Yossi Sharabi, who were kidnapped on October 7, a day after Hamas claimed they were dead and the IDF said it feared they were dead.

Qatar announces deal to give hostages medicine

Under deal, Israel will allow more humanitarian aid into Gaza in exchange for Hamas allowing hostages to finally receive needed medicine after over 100 days.

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Hero's welcome for soldier seriously hurt in war

Sergeant who lost leg in battle in Gaza says upon leaving the hospital: 'I am confident that we will go through it successfully, united, strong, and undefeated.'

New York Times:

Hamas terror tunnels are much longer than expected

At least 100 more miles of tunnels estimated to be under Gaza than Israel previously estimated, according to new report. Deepest,most luxurious tunnels used as headquarters.

Offices of Hamas commanders raided in Khan Yunis

Many weapons, ammunition, and grenades found in office of the Southern Khan Yunis Battalion Commander.

IDF investigation:

Hamas launched attack from Gaza Hospital

IDF systems show: This week, the Hamas terrorist organization carried out a launch toward IDF troops from within the Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis

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Noa Kirel's 'Commando Anthem'

Israeli music star Noa Kirel was enlisted to reserve duty and recorded a theme song for Israel's special forces along with the IDF Choir.

IDF hits dozens of Hezbollah targets in Wadi Saluki

IDF carries out strikes combined aerial-artillery strikes on Hezbollah targets deep in Lebanon.

Prime Minister's Office:

'Accusations of incitement are laughably false'

Prime Minister Netanyahu's office released a statement defending the Prime Minister against South Africa's accusations of incitement to genocide.

100 days later:

Ravaged towns' residents still unsure of future

Israel’s ravaged kibbutzes have become museums of the macabre. Their former residents want to go home.

Community leaders warn:

Fire from Jordan towards our towns - every night

Leaders of Israeli towns along Israel-Jordan border describe frequent fire from Jordan, increased presence by Jordanian military along the border.

Northern Command chief:

More prepared than ever to expand attack on Lebanon

'We’re more prepared than ever before, for tonight if needed, and we will continue to strengthen our preparations and our readiness moving forward,' Northern Command's MG Ori Gordin says.

Noam Ashram dies after being wounded in battle

Sergeant Major (res.) Noam Ashram, wounded last month in battle in central Gaza, has died of his wounds.

IDF confirms:

Second hostage suspected killed is Yossi Sharabi

IDF: Sign of life received from Noa Argamani; Itai Svirsky, Yossi Sharabi, may no longer be alive.

Mothers of Soldiers:

'Our sons take precedence over the enemy'

The Mothers of Combat Soldiers organization has two specific messages for the nation.

Intelligence Min. to int'l community:

Don't disregard Gazans' suffering

Government Minister Gila Gamliel in a call to the international community: 'Open the door to the Gazans! No one should be compelled to leave. You cannot disregard their suffering.'

Rocket hits building in southern Israel

Around 50 rockets fired in barrage on southern Israel, one strikes store in Netivot.

IDF locates 100 rocket installations deep in Gaza

IDF troops continue to locate weapons and kill terror operatives throughout the Gaza Strip.

IDF soldier Nitzan Schessler fell in Gaza

IDF clears for publication that Sergeant first class (res.) Nitzan Schessler, 21, fell in battle in the southern Gaza Strip. Two soldiers seriously injured.

UN chief calls for 'immediate ceasefire' in Gaza

As Gaza war marks 100 days, Antonio Guterres says the humanitarian situation in Gaza is "beyond words."

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Freed 9-year-old comforts father during interview

Piers Morgan interviews Thomas Hand, father of Emily who was thought to have murdered by Hamas before it was discovered she was abducted to Gaza.

'Sheep herders' on the fence

BBC publishes testimonies of IDF lookouts

BBC publishes extensive article with testimonies from IDF lookouts who warned of suspicious signs ahead of Hamas' October 7 attack.

Chief of Staff:

Hamas reorganizing in northern Gaza

The Chief of Staff and other security officials warn that without a civilian plan for the future, the IDF will lose its achievements in northern Gaza.

Col. (res.) Tal Braun:

This is not the way to commit genocide

One nation accused of committing genocide is doing it wrong. IDF Col. (res.) Tal Braun offers important pointers to ensure success.

Hamas claims:

2 hostages in propaganda video were killed

IDF spokesperson says Israel suspects 1 of 3 hostages featured in Hamas psychological terror video have been killed as Hamas claims 2 are dead.

Gallant:

'Hostages' fates will be sealed if fighting stops'

Defense Minister warns that ending the war before the hostages are returned will doom them to years in Hamas captivity.

36th Company leaves Gaza after 88 days of war

The soldiers killed hundreds of terrorists and destroyed dozens of kilometers of tunnels, despite losing 83 comrades during the fighting.

Freed Hostage:

'Terrorists ate well and starved my children'

Freed hostag Hagar Brodutch tales of the difference between the conditions she and her children were kept in, and those enjoyed by the terrorists.

Matisyahu lands in Israel, goes straight to south

Jewish Reggae singer and musician Matisyahu tours site of Nova music festival where hundreds were murdered and kidnapped in visit to Jewish State following the Hamas massacre.

Government approves budget for 2024

The budget has been amended to a lot billions of shekel for civilian and security efforts connected to the war.

US Speaker of the House:

'Fire federal workers who join anti-Israel walkout'

Speaker Mike Johnson reacts to report group of gov. employees plan to stage walkout tomorrow to protest US support for Israel, says they betray the trust of taxpayers.

Released reservist reveals:

Poverty? What life in Gaza really looks like

Journalist Roi Yanovsky returned from reserve duty in the Gaza Strip and shed light on the lies about the destitution in the region.

Fmr. IDF Chief of Staff:

'I'm responsible for all actions during my term'

Former IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi took responsibility for actions and decisions made during his term. 'I ask myself to no end what we could have done differently.'

Iranian born expert:

'Hebrew-Arab NATO should be established'

Middle East expert, Eliahu Yosian, suggests setting up an Israeli-Arab NATO training unit: 'We have technology and cyber skills and they have money and depth. An Israeli soldier has three years of experience, we can train them in our combat methods.'

Wounded commander recounts:

'I thought I wouldn't make it'

Lt. Col. M., commander of the Egoz unit, was severely wounded fighting terrorists in Kibbutz Kissufim on October 7th.

IDF unit commander:

'We must end this war with significant achievements'

Major (res.) Eli, unit commander in the 28th Battalion , on the positive atmosphere among his soldiers, 100 days into fighting, and the strong ties between them

Satirical song mocks Western Hamas supporters

Song by artists Pinhas and Vova Sheqel mocks liberal support for the Hamas terror organization. The clip features both those born in Israel, as well as immigrants from countries such as the USA, Canada, Italy, Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus.

Khan Yunis:

IDF strikes truck smuggling Hamas weapons

IDF troops located weapons, explosive devices, and ammunition inside a cabinet in a child's room at the residence of a Hamas terrorist.

Freed hostage:

'The hostages deal with psychological terror'

Hagar Brodutch, who was freed from Hamas captivity after 51 days: The War Cabinet must make the release of the hostages a priority.

Blinken:

'We work to secure the release of every hostage'

Secretary of State in message to families of hostages: We will not rest until you are reunited with your loved ones.

Biden to hostages' families:

'We will never stop working to bring Americans home'

President Biden releases statement marking 100 days of captivity for the hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza: No one should have to endure even one day of what they have gone through, much less 100.

IDF spokesman sends warning message to Hezbollah

'Any harm to citizens will come at a cost,' IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari warns Hezbollah terror group.

'We're frustrated':

Terrorist is treated by IDF, released back into Gaza

Terrorist exiting tunnel shaft receives medical treatment from IDF, is released back into Gaza, source serving in military capacity in Gaza tells Arutz Sheva - Israel National News.

'My son's a hostage because of him'

Father of hostage confronts right-wing MK at rally

Yuval Or, whose son Dror was abducted on October 7th, attacked MK Tzvi Succot who came to show solidarity. MK Succot: 'They are allowed to voice criticism.'

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Omer Adam's touching tribute to Idan Amedi

Adam took the stage and sang the song that first gave Amedi notoriety: "Ke'ev Shel Lohamim" (Pain of Warriors), which is about the emotional scars of combat and he composed himself based on his experiences in the IDF's Combat Engineering Corps.