Swords of Iron

Dramatic footage:

IDF forces clash with terrorist hiding in tunnel shaft

IDF's 188th Brigade in close-quarter combat with a terrorist firing from a tunnel shaft.

Inbar Hayman, held hostage in Gaza, killed in Hamas captivity

Inbar Hayman, 27 years old, was kidnapped to Gaza from the music festival at Re'im.

Jerusalem's Arabs celebrate rocket fire towards capital city

Arab residents of Jerusalem celebrate with whistles, cheers, as air raid sirens sounds Friday afternoon.

Investigation:

The hostages were shirtless, one waved a white flag

Hostages stood outside a building on which the words, 'SOS,' 'hostages,' and, 'help,' were written, investigation shows.

Fire from Lebanon continues throughout Shabbat

IDF responds to hostile aircraft infiltration, missile launches from Lebanon.

IDF targets Hamas terrorists hiding in Gaza City schools

IDF operations continue in the Gaza Strip, including Gaza City and Jabalya.

IDF and Hamas fight on ruins of Sinwar's home in Khan Yunis

IDF releases footage from fighting with Hamas terrorists in Khan Yunis, where Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar resides.

Tragedy in Gaza:

Three hostages mistakenly shot dead by Israeli troops

IDF soldiers mistakenly identify Israeli hostages Yotam Haim, Samer Talalka and Alon Shamriz as a threat, shoot and kill them.

Cabinet approves:

Humanitarian aid to enter Gaza through Kerem Shalom crossing

Cabinet cites "urgent security need" to increase the number of aid trucks entering Gaza in approving the move.

In response to recent launches:

IAF destroys Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

IAF aircraft strike terrorist infrastructure, a command and control center, and military sites in which Hezbollah terrorists were operating.

Master sergeant (res.) Tomer Shlomo Myara fell in battle in Gaza

IDF clears for publication that Master sergeant (res.) Tomer Shlomo Myara, 28, from Netanya, fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip.

IDF attacks Hamas facilities on Egyptian border

The targets belong to Hamas' internal security service and were being used to smuggle weapons into the Gaza Strip.

Dolls and recorded crying:

IDF soldiers discover advanced IED trap

Soldiers discovered an elaborate trap including children's backpacks, electronic surveillance, and IEDs.

'Opening Kerem Shalom Crossing an ethical & diplomatic failure'

MK Liberman slams government for agreeing to open Kerem Shalom. 'Hamas terrorists came through this crossing to massacre Israelis.'

IDF forces strike armed terrorists on Lebanon border

IAF strikes Hezbollah terror infrastructure, armed terrorists operating in Lebanon.

IDF intel chief hints end of war may be 'many months ahead'

Intelligence chief Aharon Haliva: War is a 'multi-arena campaign, there are many months ahead.'

Father of 3-week-old infant:

IDF: Shay Uriel Pizem fell in battle in southern Gaza

IDF announces fall of tank commander Shay Uriel Pizem, in southern Gaza.

IDF recovers bodies of two soldiers abducted to Gaza

IDF recovers bodies of abducted soldiers CPL Nik Beizer and SGT Ron Scherman.

Jake Sullivan: Israel has a right to defend itself against Hamas

Watch live: Jake Sullivan, US security adviser, holds press conference in Tel Aviv.

Mossad chief lights Hanukkah candles with Jake Sullivan

In meeting at Mossad headquarters, chief David Barnea tells US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan of challenges in returning hostages.

Parents of kidnapped soldier Ron Scherman informed of his death

The parents of Ron Scherman, 19 years old from Lehavim who was kidnapped from his base, have received notification that he was murdered.

IDF destroys Hamas battalion's command and control center

IDF locates tunnel shaft containing motorbikes used in brutal October 7 massacre, strike terror cells using 'Maoz' drone for the first time.

Journalist mourns friend:

'We will always remember Elia's sweet smile'

Elia Toledano was 'a young man who only wanted to rejoice and dance,' childhood friend Michael Shemesh mourns.

IDF recovers body of hostage Elia Toledano

IDF announces it recovered the body of Elia Toledano, 28, who was kidnapped from the party in Re'im on October 7.

Report:

Harris wants Biden administration to be tougher on Israel

Politico report: Vice President Harris saying she wants the White House to show more concern publicly for the humanitarian damage in Gaza.

Sergeant Oz Shmuel Aradi, 19, fell in battle in Gaza

Sergeant Oz Shmuel Aradi, 19, from Kibbutz Hatzor, fell in battle in southern Gaza. Four soldiers seriously injured.

Herzog to AP:

'Now isn't the time to talk about a two-state solution'

President Herzog joins high-ranking Israeli officials to speak out against a two-state solution after the war in Gaza.

Gantz:

'We will have full security control in the Gaza Strip'

Minister Benny Gantz holds press conference and comments on how, in his eyes, the future in the Gaza Strip should look.

Senior US official:

'Sinwar's days are numbered'

Senior US official tells reporters that Hamas leader has American blood on his hands: No matter how long it takes, justice will be served.

Reports:

Contacts underway on renewing talks on hostage deal

Arab newspaper reports that intensive talks have been held in recent days to renew indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas.

Netanyahu to Red Cross:

'You have every right and expectation to pressure Hamas'

President Herzog and Prime Minister Netanyahu meeet with Red Cross president Mirjana Spoljaric, demand she work to free the hostages.

Biden:

'I want Israel to be focused on how to save civilian lives'

US President asked if he wants Israel to scale back or tone down its attacks on Gaza by the end of the year.

IDF Spokesman:

'Hamas terrorists won't be safe underground'

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari addresses new techniques of planting explosives in underground tunnels to catch terrorists hiding underground.

Biden Admin asks Israel to end war before 2024

US officials say President Biden has asked that Netanyahu conclude the large-scale campaign in Gaza before the new year.

Watch:

Terrorists killed in underground tunnel

IDF forces detect and engage terrorists in one of Hamas's main tunnel networks.

Chief of Staff to soldiers:

'You are fighting so we can return to Nahal Oz and Kfar Aza'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi visits Golani soldiers in Shejaiya, remarks interrupted by explosion from nearby battle.

Despite combat wounds:

Son of State Comptroller lights menorah

Hagai, the son of the State Comptroller, was wounded in Gaza a month ago. Tonight, he has recovered enough to light a menorah in Jerusalem.

Defending antisemitism:

Major UN official seeks to target NGOs that criticize Albanese

Human Rights Council 'experts' rally behind Special Rapporteur who said Israel has no right to self-defense, condemned call to free hostages

20% of Hezbollah rockets have fallen in Lebanon since Oct. 7

In 1 barrage on Israel this week, 8 Hezbollah rockets landed in Lebanese territory.

Eight soldiers seriously wounded in Gaza

Eight soldiers suffered serious injuries today during engagements with Hamas. All were evacuated to hospital care.

Watch:

Soccer tournament for MDA medic murdered on Oct. 7th

Israeli national soccer team seniors played in memory of Amit Mann, who was murdered while saving lives in Kibbutz Be'eri on Oct. 7.

Gallant to US NSA:

'Dismantling Hamas will take more than a few months'

Defense Minister meets US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan as war in Gaza, attacks from Lebanon continue.

Hypocrisy:

Putin: 'The situation in Gaza is a catastrophe'

Russian President spoke on war in Ukraine and Gaza; said Western aid is starting to dry up: 'Free supplies for Ukraine about to run out.'

IDF offers: $400K reward for Hamas leader's location

IDF distributes flyers promising substantial financial rewards for tipoffs leading to discovery of Hamas leaders.

Watch:

Surrendering terrorists exit hospital with weapons in hand

IDF soldiers transfer surrendering terrorists to ISA for questioning.

Fallen officer ordered attack:

'I waited for this for 9 years - time to settle the score'

IDF publishes recordings from commander of Regiment 13's radio message, before the attack on Hamas in which he was killed.

Police to block access to Meron

Visitors arriving by public transportation, private minibus, will not be allowed to access the gravesite of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai.

Survey: Palestinian Authority Arabs support Oct. 7th massacre

Close to 90% oppose PA leader Abu Mazen and call for his resignation

Hamas leader:

'Israelis have rights - but not at the expense of others'

Hamas leader Moussa Abu Marzouk says terror group seeks to be 'part of the PLO,' denies Hamas' responsibility for Oct. 7 atrocities.

Heartbreaking:

Hershkovitz family sings their father's song

Family members of Yossi Hershkovitz, who fell fighting in Gaza, records moving performance of a song he wrote and performed in Gaza. Watch.

Report:

Biden admin delaying sale of weapons to first response teams

Senior US officials report that the administration is delaying sale of guns to Israel for 'fear of settler violence.'

IAF takes out Hamas sniper in Gaza

The IDF is continuing operations against terrorists in Shejaiya, Jabalya and Khan Yunis.

In first:

Families of American hostages meet with Biden in person

'Grateful to President Biden for his steadfast commitment to bringing our family members home,' hostages' relatives say.

New BBC chair to review network's coverage of Israel-Hamas war

The BBC has come under fire for its refusal to refer to Hamas as “terrorists”, as well as for the blatant anti-Israel bias in its reporting.

Master sergeant Elisha Levinshtern fell in battle in Gaza

Master sergeant Elisha Levinshtern (res.), 38, from Harish, fell in battle in the Gaza Strip. An IDF soldier was seriously injured.

Chief of Staff:

'Commanders who fell in battle are an expression of our spirit'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi lights Hanukkah candles with injured IDF soldiers at Sheba Hospital: The actions you took are true heroism.

White House spokesperson:

'Israel is protecting civilians in ways even we wouldn't'

National Security Council spokesman John Kirby highlights some of the steps the IDF has taken to prevent civilian casualties in Gaza.

'Feels like Russian roulette':

Families of hostages livid at Prime Minister Netanyahu

Hostages and Missing Persons Families Forum headquarters criticizes Netanyahu for not approving Mossad chief's trip to Qatar.

Tanzanian student was murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7

Kibbutz Nahal Oz announces that Joshua Loitu Mollel was murdered on October 7 and his body is being held by Hamas.

PM Netanyahu at Shin Bet HQ:

'I discern the beginning of Hamas' disintegration'

During a visit to Shin Bet HQ, PM Netanyahu said that Israel will need to deal with Iran and prevent it from obtaining nuclear weapons.