Swords of Iron

Aliyah Minister's son wounded in Gaza

The son of Minister Ofir Sofer, himself a disabled veteran, was lightly wounded in battle in Khan Yunis.

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Hershtik, The Maccabeats, Min. Gantz pray for IDF

Marking 100 days since October 7th, War Cabinet Minster, Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz, Cantor Netanel Hershtik and the Maccabeats join in prayer for the success and welfare of the Israel Defense Forces.

Hostages' families complete Torah scroll

In the coming days, the Torah scroll will be sent for use by an elite combat unit serving in Gaza.

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Wounded warrior dances as he leaves hospital

Avraham, a soldier in the Armored Brigade, was released from Shaare Zedek Medical Center. As he left he danced down a red carpet flanked by medical clowns.

Israeli MFA:

'South Africa is functioning as Hamas's legal arm'

Israeli Foreign Ministry harshly criticized South Africa for filing a petition to The Hague claiming Israel was carrying out 'genocide'.

Sderot Mayor:

'Let Oct. 7 be the end to this nightmare'

In NYT editorial, Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi calls on the world to make the war in Gaza the turning point towards a better life on both sides of the border.

Families to hostages:

'Hold on! All of Israel is behind you'

Families of hostages shout out to their loved ones: 'Hold on! We will not stop until you return home. All of Israel is behind you.'

Miracle in Gaza:

RPG strikes unarmored vehicle, does not detonate

An unarmored earthmover suffered a direct hit by an RPG, which went out the other side of the vehicle without exploding.

Dutch advertisers refuse signs for hostages

A billboard campaign for the hostages, to be displayed in Holland around the Hague, has been rejected by more than 10 public relations companies.

Combat Antisemitism Movement:

ICJ case similar to accusing Allies of genocide

Combat Antisemitism Movement says ICJ case against Israel is like accusing the Allies in WW2 of committing genocide against the Nazis.

Watch live: ICJ hears anti-Israel 'genocide' case

Judges at the International Court of Justice in the Hague hear lawsuit put forward against Israel by South Africa.

Hadassah doctors mark Doctors Day in combat zone

Reserve battalion of Hadassah doctors marks Doctors Day 2024 in the combat zone.

Blinken surprises War Cabinet with decision on Gaza

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken shocked the Cabinet ministers by announcing a decision regarding aid to Gaza that they had not made themselves.

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The Khan Yunis tunnel where hostages were held

IDF exposes vast Hamas tunnel used by the terror organization to hold hostages under the city of Khan Yunis.

International Court to begin hearing against Israel

The court will hear the case charging Israel with genocide in Gaza, the first such case ever brought.

Terror cell eliminated exiting tunnel shaft

IDF troops identify armed terrorist cell and thwarted the cell as they were exiting a tunnel shaft.

Three months later:

Search for remains of massacre victims continues

Special working dogs are being used to locate any victims or evidence of the massacre.

Former IDF official:

We need at least two years in Gaza

Brig.-Gen. Amir Avivi, former IDF official, questions, 'The State of Israel cannot exit Gaza again. If there is another Disengagement, then what have we accomplished?'

Gantz warns:

'If we stop now - Hamas will regain control'

Minister Benny Gantz: The most urgent thing is the return of the hostages. This has precedence over any move in the fighting.

Netanyahu:

'Israel has no intention of occupying Gaza'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu clarifies in video statement: Israel is fighting Hamas terrorists, not the Palestinian population, and we are doing so in full compliance with international law.

Chief of Staff:

'After Gaza - we'll know what to do in Lebanon'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi to soldiers: "After what you have done, there is no village in Lebanon that you cannot enter and take apart."

25 terrorists treated in Israeli hospitals

Despite the hospitals’ objection, 25 Hamas terrorists caught alive on Oct. 7th, have been treated in Israeli hospitals, sometimes next to soldiers injured in Gaza.

IDF:

Journalists killed in Gaza were terrorist combatants

IDF responds to reports 2 journalists were killed in Gaza by revealing both were Hamas and Islamic Jihad combatants who operated drones against Israeli forces.

19 years later

Sign from Yarhi family home found in Netzarim

An officer in an elite unit fighting in Gaza noticed the sign of the Yarhi family’s house and contacted them. They were delighted to receive a sign of life from their former home in Netzarim.

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Weapons found in baby's crib in Gaza

One kilometer from the border with Israel, the 5th Brigade located and dismantled terrorist infrastructure in Khirbat Ikhza'a in the Gaza Strip.

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Details of Qatar’s new ceasefire proposal revealed

Hostages’ Families: "We are anxious about the fate of our loved ones, who have been languishing in Hamas tunnels for almost 100 days, without food, water, and life-saving medical treatment. The War Cabinet must approve any deal that will lead to immediate release of all hostages alive."

Following 7/10 attack:

Israeli indicted for accessing classified info

Indictment filed against Israeli citizen who impersonated reserves commander on October 7, gaining access to classified information.

Poll: 26% of Israeli Jews want Gush Katif rebuilt

New poll by JPPI shows: Just 5% of Jews in Israel are willing to see Palestinian Authority rule Gaza after war ends.

IDF maps home of terrorist who killed Israeli Arab

Israeli security forces map home of one of the terrorists who carried out terror attack near British Police Junction.

Y. was severely wounded in Gaza:

'I decided that I won't die here'

SFC Y. recounted the first moments of the war and the moment an RPG hit him.

Kansas:

Resolution supports Israel's right to self-defense

In first official act of 2024, Kansas State Legislature passes resolution supporting Israel, rejecting antisemitism.

Weapons under kids' bed, tunnel shaft near preschool

IDF 55th Brigade combat team operating in Khan Yunis, as military continues to expose Hamas' systematic use of civilian areas for military purposes.

MK Vaturi:

'Burn Gaza - there are no more innocents left there'

Likud MK Nissim Vaturi calls to increase intensity of fighting, says he 'stands behind' earlier statement calling to 'burn Gaza.'

IDF takes out Hezbollah military compounds

'Hezbollah’s ongoing terrorist activity and attacks against Israel violate UN Security Council resolution, IDF will continue to defend Israel from any threat,' IDF says.

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Special IDF forces conduct intelligence op's abroad

IDF conducting intelligence operations in Africa due to concerns that the hostages may be transferred to hostile Arab countries.

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UNRWA teachers celebrate Oct. 7 rapes and massacre

UN Watch report: Telegram group including 3,000 UNRWA teachers replete with celebrations of Hamas' massacre and rape of Israeli civilians.

New Details about 7/10:

Attack began with 70 terrorists, 5 knew of plans

Hamas officials say five individuals were aware of the complete plans for the massacre. 70 of the most elite terrorists were chosen for the attack.

Over 150 targets hit, tens of terrorists eliminated

IDF operational activity in the areas of Maghazi and Khan Yunis continues.

Red Cross:

'Our goal is to alleviate suffering on all sides'

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) responds to allegations it told families of Israeli hostages that they should think of the suffering of Palestinian Arabs in Gaza.

Sergeant Major Elkana Newlander fell in Gaza

Community of Efrat announced that Sergeant Major Elkana Newlander fell in battle in the Gaza Strip.

Blinken:

'US hopeful that Hamas will resume negotiations'

Secretary of State tells NBC News the US remains hopeful Hamas will resume negotiations on hostage releases even after elimination of its second-in-command.

White House:

'US is not in favor of a ceasefire in Gaza'

National Security Spokesperson John Kirby clarifies Biden's comments, says ceasefire at this time would only benefit Hamas.

Investigation into deaths of 6 soldiers:

Tank fired and set off detonation system

Initial investigation finds that the explosion in Gaza killing 6 combat soldiers occurred when a tank fired and hit an electric pole

208,319 unemployment pay requests since October 7

The National Insurance Institute has published statistics on unemployment pay since the October 7th massacre.

Antony Blinken:

Claim Israel committing genocide meritless, galling

Secretary of State Blinken speaks to press after meeting Israeli leaders to discuss the war with Hamas, says Gazans must be allowed to return to their homes.

BBC apologizes for claim IDF executed Gaza civilians

BBC removes story with claim by Hamas that the IDF has been executing Gaza civilians, says not enough effort was made to corroborate Hamas' accusations.

Israeli Amb. marks Kfir Bibas' 1st birthday at UN

Ambassador Gilad Erdan asks how the UN can ignore Kfir Bibas, who has turned 1 three months after being kidnapped by Hamas at just 9 months old.

Gallant to Blinken:

'Increasing pressure on Iran critical'

Israeli Defense Minister meets US Secretary of State in Tel Aviv, emphasizes pressure on Iran can prevent a regional escalation.

Air mechanic: story of helicopter hit on Oct. 7

Sergeant Major D., an air mechanic in the "Dorsey halayla" squadron, recounts the paratroopers’ dramatic landing on the battlefield, after the helicopter was hit in the air by Hamas

Bereaved mother: 'Continuing in my son’s footsteps'

Mother of Major (res.) Maoz Fenigstein who fell in Gaza, calls for the fighting to continue until Hamas is defeated. "I don't know if my voice is being heard, I believe in my path"

AK-47s found in Islamic University in Gaza

Weapons found in classrooms, explosives and mortars found in area of Islamic University, showing how Hamas infrastructure was embedded in the unviersity.

Soldiers' mothers to Biden:

'Let our children fight'

Mothers of Combat Soldiers organization sets up display outside Sec. Blinken's hotel with Biden's children in military uniforms calling on US not to put lives of Gaza civilians over the lives of their children.

After being wounded in Gaza:

Fauda star Idan Amedi's condition improves

Indan Amedi, who was seriously injured in Gaza woke up in hospital and spoke to his family. His condition is defined as moderate.

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Hezbollah drone commander killed in south Lebanon

Ali Hussein Barji, who was responsible for dozens of drone attacks on Israel, reportedly killed along with 2 other Hezbollah operatives in car blast in Lebanon.

British MP:

'South Africa in danger of becoming terrorist proxy'

British Tory MP Sir Michael Ellis warned his country's Parliament that South Africa is becoming steadily more aligned with Iran and Hamas.

IDF begins distributing weapons in northern Israel

Defense echelon begins distribution of weapons and equipment to local security teams in northern Israel.

MK: 'Victory? Only with Jewish settlements'

Only with Jewish settlements in Gaza will our enemy feel defeated, MK Ohad Tal explains.

'I'm throwing a grenade....terrorist down'

IDF reveals footage of the fighting in Gaza, from body cameras of IDF troops in Khan Yunis.

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Hezbollah attempted to attack Israeli gas field

Naim Qassem, deputy commander of Hezbollah, claims terror group does not want to expand war with Israel, but 'if Israel does that, clash will be unavoidable.'

Five combat engineers killed in action in Gaza

The IDF has published the names of five combat engineering soldiers who were killed in action in central Gaza. Their families have been notified.