Swords of Iron

Chief of Staff:

'When residents return to north, it will be more secure'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi meets commanders, reservists of the 146th Division, says IDF working to change conditions at northern border

Mike Huckabee in Kfar Aza:

'I was in Israel many times, this trip is my most important'

The Former Arkansas governor and Evangelical Christian leaders visited Kfar Aza to witness the devastation of the October 7th massacre.

Prime Minister Netanyahu:

'Hamas terrorists have two choices: surrender or die'

The Prime Minister reaffirmed that Israel will continue the war until Hamas is eliminated and all of the hostages are released.

Captain (res.) Uriel Cohen OBM: 'A very special and gentle soul'

Kerem B'Yavneh Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Aharon Friedman eulogizes former student Captain Uriel Cohen, who fell in battle in Gaza.

'A strong man, fearful of G-d'

Ramat Gan Yeshiva head eulogizes fallen student

Master Sergeant Maoz Fenigstein, 25, from Susya, who fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip, was laid to rest on Wednesday in Jerusalem.

New details emerge:

One hostage shouted, 'Help, hostages' at IDF dog's camera

Footage from IDF dog's camera could have alerted soldiers to hostages' presence - but was discovered only after their deaths.

Released hostage Ofir Engel:

'They told us the families don't want us to come back'

Ofir Engel, released hostage, returns to Kibbutz Be'eri, from which he was kidnapped on the day of Hamas' brutal attack on Israel.

Bereaved mother to soldiers:

'I love and appreciate you. I have no anger'

Iris Haim, mother of hostage shot by IDF, tells soldiers: 'I love and appreciate you. I have no anger.'

Oversight board:

Meta inappropriately removed content on Gaza war

Meta inappropriately removed content related to Israel-Hamas war, oversight board concludes.

Relative of infant hostage:

Israelis have accepted the hostage situation

Relative of the Bibas family, who are in Hamas captivity, shared: 'I called the lists of released hostages modern day 'Schindler’s Lists.''

Footage: IDF bombs 56 buildings in Shejaya neighborhood

IDF bombs 56 buildings in Gaza City's Shejaya neighborhood. 'Here, the victory begins.'

Jabalya: IDF discovers long-range rockets installed on truck

IDF troops locate truck with long-range rockets installed by the Hamas terrorist organization.

Tzur Hadassah announces: Captain Uriel Cohen fell in battle

Resident of Tzur Hadassah, Uriel Cohen, husband of Chana and father of Shir and Lia, fell in battle in Gaza.

Under the radar:

8,000 Palestinian Authority Arabs allowed to enter Israel

IDF's Central Command approves allowing 8,000 PA Arabs to work in Israeli-controlled areas - despite lack of approval by political echelon.

Aviv Geffen in a new single with released hostage Mia Leimberg

After a two-month silence since Oct. 7, video of Mia returning from Hamas captivity with dog Bella shook Aviv and he started singing again

In first since October 7: Paratroopers to get leave from army

For the first time since they were called up on the day the war broke out, three battalions of paratroopers receive leave.

IDF: 300 terror targets in one day

Launch post used to fire rockets at Israel on Tuesday was struck by the IAF.

Report:

Israel considering two-week ceasefire for hostage release

Washington Post reports Israel considering longer ceasefire, up to two weeks, for Hamas to find all hostages and bring them back to safety.

Captain (res.) Lior Sivan from Beit Shemesh fell in Gaza

Captain (res.) Lior Sivan, 32, from Beit Shemesh, fell in battle in the southern Gaza Strip. Another soldier seriously injured.

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Freed hostages in prayer of thanksgiving at the Western Wall

Sapir Cohen, Yelena Trupanob and Irena Tati visit Western Wall, recite prayers of thanksgiving.

Contrary to estimates:

Hamas leader Mohammed Deif documented in good condition

Footage obtained as part of intelligence gathering services shows leader of Hamas' military wing standing on both his feet.

Biden:

'Despite the burdens, Israel must minimize civilian deaths'

US President reiterates support for two-state solution: We are talking about a political future for the Palestinian people.

IDF:

'Our troops fired at Hamas spotters in Gaza church'

IDF publishes findings on incident in which two women were reportedly shot in Latin Church in Shejaya: We do not target civilians.

Two IDF soldiers injured near Lebanon border

Two IDF soldiers in reserves moderately injured as a result of fire toward IDF post in the area of Malkia. IAF attacks Hezbollah targets.

Sign of life from captivity:

Islamic Jihad publishes video of two hostages

Islamic Jihad publishes video of hostages Elad Katzir and Gadi Moses who appeal for action to be taken to secure their release.

This is how an IDF soldier found Sinwar's bunker in Gaza

The house, one of Sinwar's four houses, was networked with 40 perimeter security cameras. Suspicious tiles led to a bunker.

Netanyahu meets families of hostages

Netanyahu: "I just now sent the head of the Mossad to Europe to advance the process."

Report:

Communications failure led to shooting of 3 hostages

Battalion which mistakenly killed 3 hostages had relieved another force, wasn't told of evidence of hostages' presence, according to report.

Netanyahu meets wounded soldiers, civilians

PM meets civilians wounded on October 7, soldiers wounded in Gaza at Sheba Tel Hashomer Medical Center's special rehabilitation center.

Yad Sarah

IDF soldiers recover Yad Sarah equipment from Gaza

IDF soldiers raided a Nukhba terrorist's home in Gaza and found equipment belonging to Yad Sarah looted during the October 7th attack.

162nd Division recovers bodies of 5 hostages and soldiers

IDF says about 1,000 terrorists have been killed during the battle in Jabaliya so far, 3,000 have been taken prisoner in Gaza.

Master Sergeant Maoz Fenigstein from Susya fell in battle

Master Sergeant (res.) Maoz Fenigstein, 25 years old, from Susya, fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip.

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Shaldag special forces in terror tunnel in heart of Gaza

Shaldag Unit operates in Hamas tunnels in Gaza City, 1500 tunnel shafts and underground passages uncovered since the beginning of the war.

Tzohar Rabbis’ Call:

Tenth of Tevet - day of prayer and good deeds, to increase unity

Tzohar Rabbis call on the public to mention the Tenth of Tevet as a day of prayer and good deeds, to say kaddish for the victims of the war.

Investigation:

Noa Argamani may have been abducted by Gaza civilians, not Hamas

NBC reports female hostage seen being kidnapped from music festival on motorcycle may not have been released because she's not with Hamas.

Journalist on human rights in Gaza: "Stupidity and naivety"

Human rights organizations filed a petition against IDF for forcing evacuation of hospital patients; director was found to be Hamas member

War Report:

State Compt.: Government failure on home front – not justified

State comptroller Matanyahu Engelman claims citizens had difficulty receiving state services, even in matters directly related to the war.

Stunning admission:

Gaza hospital director describes how Hamas uses hospitals

Ahmed Kahlot, director of the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Jabalya, details how Hamas had private ambulance and phones in his hospital.

"Settle Gaza"

Chabad rabbis’ message to Cabinet:

Senior Chabad rabbis in Israel send letter to War Cabinet, saying territories given to enemy during the Disengagement must be resettled.

As terrorists were attacking:

Hundreds of soldiers waited for orders outside the kibbutz

New footage shows a massive Israeli force rushed to Kibbutz Be'eri when Hamas attacked, but stopped short of actually entering the town.

Troops find hundreds of rockets intended to be fired at Israel

162 Division uncovered weapons production sites and a storage facility containing a large stockpile of armaments in Al-Atatra and Jabaliya.

Jerry Seinfeld:

'Committed to raising awareness for hostages'

According to those present, Seinfeld and his family were very moved by the hostages' stories.

Officials estimate:

October 7th terrorists will not be tried until war is over

Among reasons there is currently no possibility to begin trying the terrorists is fact that there are still hostages in Hamas captivity.

What will be the KKL – JNF 76th Independence Day symbol?

For the first time, Israeli students from across the country were invited to compete to design the JNF's new symbol for next year.

UK Middle East Minister:

'10/7 sexual violence must be investigated to ensure justice'

Lord Tariq Ahmad called on the international community to condemn Hamas and on Israel to take all measures to protect civilians.

Blow to Hamas' money flow:

Top Hamas financier eliminated in IDF strike

Subhi Ferwana was involved in the transfer of tens of millions of dollars to Hamas and its military wing in the Gaza Strip.

Knesset subcomittee to meet today to decide how to judge Hamas

The meeting will include Justice Minister Levin and the Attorney General, and deal with alternatives to the normal criminal justice system.

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IDF troops discover explosive device in Gaza medical clinic

IDF troops in Khan Yunis eliminated a terrorist who launched an RPG at them. Israeli navy continues to strike targets from the sea.

Haredi rabbis denounce journalists who praise soldiers

A strongly worded letter to the haredi community attacks journalists who praise soldiers and encourage IDF service for men and women.

Poll:

69% of Israelis want elections immediately after war

62% of respondents believe that the criticism and protests against Israel in the world stem from antisemitism and hatred of Israel.

Two IDF soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

IDF clears for publication that Daniel Yacov Ben Harosh and Rotem Yoseff Levy fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip.

Security Council postpones vote on new ceasefire in Gaza

Prolonged negotiations lead UN Security Council to postpone vote on a UAE-proposed resolution that seeks a new ceasefire in Gaza.

How Hamas built a tunnel in plain view of the IDF

Footage as early as 2016 shows Hamas building tunnels in full view of Israeli soldiers and civilians.

Binyamin Region mourns:

'He fought for his nation and his country'

The Binyamin region has announced that one of its residents has been killed in action in the Gaza Strip.

Injured soldier recounts:

Killing two terrorists despite injuries from a grenade

A soldier from the Yahalom special forces unit tells of a point-blank engagement with two terrorists in the Shajiya region of Gaza.

Gallant to US Defense Sec:

'Israel's victory is the victory of the free world'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant holds joint press conference with Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. 'Hostages are most humanitarian issue.'

Hamas publishes video of 3 hostages as psychological warfare

Video is first sign of life from Amiram Cooper, Chaim Peri and Yoram Metzger since October 7, set to song 'Don't cast me out when I am old.'

Hamas monument to 2014 APC attack destroyed

Golani Brigade soldiers demolish 'Palestine Square' in the Shuja'iyya neighborhood of Gaza City, monument to killing, capture of Oron Shaul

Liberman: Netanyahu has implemented Oslo more than anyone

Avigfdor Liberman denounces Netanyahu's pledges 'not to return to Oslo' as political posturing.

Jerry Seinfeld arrives for solidarity visit in Israel

The Jewish American comedian arrived to show support for Israel, and soon afterwards was invited to meet the families of the hostages.