Swords of Iron

Protest org. apologizes for using fallen soldiers in campaign

Brothers in Arms published an ad claiming the government does not care about fallen soldiers, angering bereaved families.

Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak:

Tal Haimi murdered in Hamas captivity

Tal, 41, was the father of three children: nine-year-old twins and a six-year-old boy. He was abducted on Oct. 7th by Hamas terrorists.

Govt. Spokesman Eylon Levy:

'World wants us to give Hamas the fuel used to burn Israelis'

Israeli Government Spokesperson Eylon Levy speaks to Arutz Sheva about his visit to Kfar Aza, efforts to combat misinformation globally.

Khan Yunis:

IDF eliminates terrorist cell operating inside a school

During the operation, the troops engaged with a terrorist cell that fired at the troops with firearms and RPG-style anti-tank missiles.

Since war began:

116 rockets fired from inside humanitarian zone

Since its designation in October, terrorists have fired 116 rockets from the humanitarian zone in the Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu to IDF soldiers:

'Let there be no doubt - we will fight until Hamas is destroyed'

Prime Minister Netanyahu visited the Unit 504 interrogations facility and the 460th Brigade complex in southern Israel.

Doctors tell hospital administration they won't treat terrorists

After a Hamas terrorist was taken to Hasharon Hospital in Petah Tikva for treatment, group of doctors say this is the 1st and last time.

Wife of fallen commander:

'You were a role model for so many people'

Lieutenant Colonel Tomer Grinberg, the commander of the Golani Brigade's 13th Battalion, fell in Shuja'iyya on Tuesday.

Col. Itzhak Ben Basat laid to rest after falling in Gaza

Edna Ben Basat says she "was sure you had a special protector" at her son's funeral a day after he fell defending Israel.

Close quarters combat:

Watch | Givati Brigade Battle Team in southern Gaza

The Givati Brigade Battle Team comprises infantry, engineering, armored, and special forces.

Analyst:

'American pressure is making us bleed'

Analyst Zvi Yehezkeli says that the key to victory will be allowing the war to be led by the younger generation and lower ranks of the IDF.

Hamas terrorist wounded in battle treated at Israeli hospital

A terrorist who sustained wounds to his limbs while fighting IDF forces in Gaza is being treated at the Hasharon Hospital in Petah Tikva.

Biden:

'Israel is an independent nation dealing with Hamas inhumanity'

US President Joe Biden praises Israeli attempts to minimize collateral damage as war in Gaza carries on.

Biden admin not planning to limit military aid to Israel

'We’re not going to do a damn thing other than protect Israel,' US Pres. Biden says.

Intensive battles in Gaza:

Terrorists fire from civilian infrastructure

In advanced stage of efforts to clear Gaza City of terrorists, IDF forces engage with terrorists operating from inside civilian buildings.

Watch: Footage of Iron Dome interceptions this week

Defense Ministry releases operational footage of recent successful Iron Dome interceptions in southern Israel.

Jenin: Six terrorists eliminated, three soldiers lightly injured

IDF soldiers injured while destroying tunnel shaft exposed during operational activity in Jenin.

IDF: Two Golani soldiers fell in battle in northern Gaza

Commander and soldier from Golani Brigade fell in battle Tuesday night in northern Gaza.

How Hamas fires rockets from IDF-controlled territory

Aerial footage shows how Hamas continues to fire rockets at Israel even from areas already conquered by the IDF.

Likud officials call for Netanyahu to reduce rhetoric

Members of Netanyahu's party say that campaign-style political declarations need to be avoided while the war is underway.

Ten soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

The IDF has cleared for publication the names of 10 soldiers who fell in battles in the Gaza Strip. Four soldiers were seriously injured.

IDF eliminates terror cell preparing to launch rockets

Terrorist cell preparing to launch rockets at Israel is thwarted by the IDF.

Watch: Singer Hanan Ben Ari enters Gaza, sings with soldiers

Singer Hanan Ben Ari enters Gaza, surprising IDF soldiers, who are happy to sit and sing together with him.

Minister Sa'ar:

'The time for political correction will come after the war'

Minister Gideon Sa'ar lights candles with bereaved families: We will not agree to a Palestinian terror state of terror.

Foreign Minister bashes London agency for ending hostage ads

Minister Eli Cohen denounces a London advertising agency for that cancelled an ad campaign for the return of the hostages.

Netanyahu:

'I will not allow Israel to repeat the mistake of Oslo'

Netanyahu acknowledges there is disagreement with the US about how Gaza will be run after the war.

Biden on flooding of tunnels:

'There are assertions there are no hostages there'

President Biden asked about reports that the IDF has begun pumping water from the Mediterranean Sea into Hamas' tunnel network.

IDF strikes targets in Syria and Lebanon

During the day, rockets were fired from Syrian territory towards the northern Golan Heights and missiles and shells were fired from Lebanon.

UN votes against Israel

Erdan: If you want a real ceasefire in Gaza, call Sinwar

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN presents General Assembly with the phone number of Hamas’ headquarters in Gaza ahead of vote on ceasefire.

Netanyahu lights Hanukkah candles with IDF soldiers

PM Netanyahu visits Shaldag Unit, Unit 669, at Palmahim Air Force Base. 'Entire world is watching this war, wanting to know who will win.'

Report: Israel begins flooding Hamas tunnels with seawater

New report says Israel has conducted initial tests and begun to fill Hamas's underground tunnels with water from the Mediterranean Sea.

Gallant: Northern Gaza is on the verge of collapse

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said this evening that the IDF is destroying Hamas's underground infrastructure in northern Gaza.

Watch:

IDF soldier eliminates terorrists while wounded

A soldier from the IDF's Yahalom unit encounters and eliminates two terrorists despite being wounded himself.

Hostages Families' Forum mourns hostages recovered from Gaza

Eden and Ziv were recovered in a special forces mission in the Gaza Strip, and their bodies brought home for identification and burial.

IDF recovers bodies of two hostages from Gaza

The bodies of Eden Zakaria and Ziv Dado were recovered in a special forces mission in Gaza and have since been brought back to Israel.

Comedian Michael Rapaport:

'Red Cross, you're behaving like a taxicab'

Comedian Michael Rapaport tears into the Red Cross and UNICEF for their conduct towards Israel's hostages.

Finance Committee approves 2023 budget for final readings

The new budget includes massive additional investments in a variety of sectors impacted by the war.

Terrorists pound northern Israel, IDF hits back

IDF artillery striking in Lebanon following continuous missile launches, hostile aircraft infiltrations.

This is how experts determine the deaths of hostages in Gaza

Forensic institute chief explains how staff at Abu Kabir determine death of hostages, even when the body is in Gaza

Paratroopers in Gaza:

Engaging terrorists, destroying tunnels and locating rockets

Paratroopers Brigade eliminated terrorists, uncovered underground tunnels and destroyed four main underground tunnel networks, IDF says.

Wounded soldier: 'I started saying goodbye to my family'

Golani soldier critically wounded: 'Terrorist came behind me, I was shooting. Then I was out of bullets, what do I do now?'

Journalist on IDF duty:

'This is what we found in Gaza homes'

Journalist Roy Yanovsky, an IDF major fighting in Gaza, disclosed what soldiers are finding inside Gaza homes.

Sefardi rabbi: 'Soldiers are being killed? We are at fault'

Rabbi Benzion Mutzafi calls on students to improve spirituality, says 'we, and only we, are at fault' for soldiers' deaths in Gaza.

A look inside:

How Hamas prepared civilian residences with combat positions

IDF reveals how Hamas prepared civilian residences for extended combat against IDF soldiers.

IDF takes out rocket launcher used to fire towards Sderot

IDF strikes weapons production factory, conducts targeted raid on Hamas compound.

2023 Heroes:

Akiva managed a field hospital in a synagogue under fire

Akiva, resident of Shlomit in southern Israel, suffered direct hit on his home, yet still rushed to help the injured.

IDF operates in Jenin, eliminates terrorists using UAV

Security forces operating in Jenin exchange fire with armed terrorists; terrorists hurl explosive devices at forces.

Blinken:

US remains committed to realization of Palestinian state

In call with Min. Gantz, US Sec. of State stresses need to avoid civilian casualties, de-escalate tensions, and promote two-state solution.

Netanyahu:

'The number of Oslo victims is the same as Oct. 7'

Netanyahu: The difference between Hamas and the PA is only that Hamas wants to destroy us here and now and the PA wants to do it in stages.

Reports:

Israel expressed willingness to discuss another hostage deal

Reports say Israel is more willing to discuss a new agreement that will include the women who were supposed to be released in previous deal.

MK Deri:

'When we achieve our goals - we will stay in Gaza'

Shas chairman: The Palestinian Authority is unable to control Judea and Samaria - it does not have the capabilities to control Gaza.

After serious injury in Gaza:

Master sergeant (res.) Tzvika Lavi succumbs to wounds

Tzvika Lavi, a reservist who was seriously injured about two weeks ago in the Gaza Strip, succumbs to his wounds.

Demanding return to Gaza

Festive candle lighting mid sea opposite Gaza

Daniella Weiss: "Today, more than ever, it is clear that Jewish communities in Gaza are no longer just a solution, but a necessity "

WSJ poll:

Majority of Americans back Israel in war with Hamas

55% of Americans say Israel responding with appropriate force to Oct. 7 massacre, support for Israel slipping among young Democrats.

CoS and head of Shin Bet:

'We will topple Hamas, we will reach the hostages'

Chief of Staff: "We are intensifying achievements in northern Gaza, the south and into the ground."

Minister of Defense:

'Nearing breaking point in Gaza; surrender and be spared'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant: "The fate of Yahya Sinwar and every senior commander is the same - surrender or die."

Over 500 Hamas, Islamic Jihad terrorists arrested over last month

140 terrorists apprehended since end of operational pause and transferred to ISA and Unit 504 for questioning.

Gantz:

'We'll hold territories in Gaza for a long time'

Minister Benny Gantz says operation Gaza aims to dismantle Hamas' military apparatus so that it can never be rebuilt.

Min. of Defense:

'Gaza operation success will also affect Judea and Samaria'

Defense Minister Gallant: "We must make every effort to support the continuation of the military operation in Gaza."

Hamas RPG training site found inside mosque

Weapons found inside UNRWA bags found in mosque in Jabalya, Gaza.