Swords of Iron

35 tunnel shafts found in Gaza neighborhood

IDF operates in Sheikh Ijlin and Rimal areas where senior Hamas leaders live.

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Is this the kind of babysitter you'd want?

Families of the hostages have released a video ahead of International Children's Day to raise awareness for the children in captivity.

LA Police claim:

'Killing of Paul Kessler doesn't appear to be a hate crime'

Ventura County DA says killing of elderly Jewish man by anti-Israel protestor does not 'meet the elements of a hate crime.'

Four students arrested for incitement to terrorism

Four students in northern Israel we're arrested after publishing posts praising the Hamas invasion of israel.

Fallen hero saves more lives by donating organs to 6 people

Family of Staff Sergeant Yehonatan Yitzchak Samo, who fell battling Hamas terrorists in Gaza, fulfill his wish to donate his organs.

Smotrich to Gallant:

'Security officials working to replace Hamas with PA'

Finance Minister says defense officials acting against Cabinet decision not to deal with issue of who will rule Gaza after Hamas defeated.

Soccer players hold moment of silence for Hamas attack victims

Israel and Poland’s Under-21 soccer players hold unauthorized moment of silence after kick-off. UEFA refused to authorize it pre-game.

The Russian connection to October 7th

We have entered a new age where cyber is the new tank on the battlefield and the new fighter jet in the sky. Analysis.

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'We don't want war to spread, but it could be unavoidable'

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says US is escalating the war in Gaza with massive support for Israel.

Two IDF soldiers fell in battle in northern Gaza

IDF clears for publication: Sergeant Binyamin Meir Airly and Captain (res.) Roey Biber fell in battle in northern Gaza.

IDF Spokesperson:

'We continue to operate in the tunnel shaft found at Shifa'

IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari provides update on the war: IDF forces continue to fight and deepen their gains in the northern Gaza Strip.

Washington Post report:

Tentative deal reached to pause conflict, free hostages

Report says tentative deal would free dozens of hostages in exchange for five-day pause. White House spokesperson: No deal in place yet.

As Israel fights Hamas:

Sen. Sanders calls for US aid to Israel to be conditioned

Sanders acknowledges Hamas started the war but claims Israel "does not have the right to wage almost total warfare against Palestinians."

White House adviser:

'Hostages must be freed before significant pause'

White House adviser Brett McGurk says hostages taken by Hamas must be free before a “significant pause” can happen.

Seinfeld star supports effort to release hostages

Actor Jason Alexander records video in which he serves as the voice of nine-year-old boy who celebrated his birthday in Hamas captivity.

The last call:

'Miss you, love you, waiting for your return'

CPT Jamal Abbas, who was killed in Gaza, spoke to his father and brother during the battle, a conversation which was their last.

IDF surveillance posts warned about impending invasion

IDF surveillance operators who tried to warn their commander of unusual activity near the border were threatened with legal action.

Police investigation:

At least 350 were massacred at music festival

Music festival at Kibbutz Re'im was not on Hamas terrorists' list of targets, investigation reveals.

Former AG:

Existing laws allow death sentence for Nukhba murderers

Avichai Mandelblit, former Attorney General, says Oct. 7 murderers may be sentenced to death, security sources should be consulted first.

Week 6 - Live updates:

IDF continues to operate in and around Shifa Hospital

IDF forces battling Hamas terrorists in Al-Shati Camp in Gaza as war against Hamas enters 6th week.

Washington Post:

How Israel’s high-tech ‘Iron Wall’ crumbled on Oct. 7th

Washington Post analysis shows how Hamas succeeded in infiltrating Israel, neutralizing border wall & exploiting Israel's reliance on tech.

Hamas: 87 hostages in exchange for ceasefire, terrorists, & fuel

Hamas sets new terms for prisoner swap, offering less than half of the hostages in exchange for jailed terrorists, fuel, & time to regroup.

Hamas gravely miscalculated how Israel would react

The terrorist group that rules the Gaza Strip never anticipated that Israel would launch an all-out undertaking to destroy it.

Joe Biden:

US won’t back down from the challenge of Putin and Hamas

US Pres. Biden compares Putin to Hamas, urges two-state solution as only viable option for long-term peace.

PM Netanyahu: 'Thus far, there is no prisoner deal'

PM Netanyahu holds press conference with Defense Min. Gallant, Minister Gantz. 'Thanks to our soldiers, we are winning.'

Defense Min.: 'We will exact a price for every threat'

Defense Min. Gallant: Israel is attacking Hezbollah's offensive infrastructure. 'We will ensure residents of northern Israel feel secure.'

Hamas operatives surround themselves with children

A photo taken in Gaza shows terrorists surrounding themselves with children to prevent the IDF from targeting them.

IDF: Five soldiers fell over weekend, one on November 7

Reserve paramedic, combat paramedic, and four other soldiers fall while battling terrorists in Gaza, IDF says.

Hamas confirms death of former parliament official

Hamas confirms: Ahmed Bahar, 76, died following Israeli airstrike.

IDF transfers over 6,000 liters of water to Shifa Hospital

IDF transfers over 6,000 liters of water, over 2,300 kilograms of food, to Shifa Hospital in Gaza.

IDF kills terrorist responsible for rocket barrage on Israel

IDF kills terror cell that launched the barrage of rockets toward Israel on Friday evening.

IDF expands efforts to aid evacuation of Shifa Hospital

Following the request of the director of the Shifa Hospital, the IDF agrees to expand and assist evacuation effort of the Shifa Hospital.

IDF intercepts target in Lebanon

The IDF struck Hezbollah terror targets; A suspicious target was intercepted in Lebanon.

Lebanon:

IDF strikes advanced surface-to-air system

IDF aircraft struck an advanced surface-to-air system in response to the launch that was carried out toward an IAF aircraft

IDF expanding activities in the Gaza Strip

Forces operated in the Zaytun area and in the Jabalya area. During the operational activity, the troops encountered numerous terrorists.

Netanyahu to NPR:

'Israel must maintain overall military responsibility in Gaza'

Netanyahu says Hamas must be replaced with a government that wants to rebuild Gaza.

IDF destroys Islamic Jihad weapon production post in Gaza

IDF troops find two trucks full of weapons in post belonging to the commander of the northern region of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

IDF strikes terror targets in Lebanon

IDF fighter jets and helicopters strike terror targets in Lebanon in response to Hezbollah fire toward Israeli territory.

Biden, Qatari Emir discuss need for hostages to be freed

Qatar has been mediating efforts to reach an agreement for Hamas to release some hostages in exchange for a ceasefire.

IDF Spokesperson:

'We will operate wherever Hamas is - including southern Gaza'

IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari says fuel entering Gaza is only for humanitarian needs and the IDF will monitor to ensure that is the case.

Head of IDF Southern Command:

'Hamas is cynically using the hospitals in Gaza'

Commanding Officer of the Southern Command visits Shifa Hospital, sees tunnel shaft uncovered by the IDF.

Four Israelis injured by anti-tank missile fired from Lebanon

The IDF strikes targets in Lebanon in retaliation. In addition, a drone that crossed from Lebanon intercepted.

IDF finds mortar shells and weapons inside Gaza kindergarten

IDF troops locate dozens of mortar shells and weapons were hidden by Hamas in kindergarten and elementary school.

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IDF soldiers spot and eliminate terrorist with RPG

IDF forces used a drone to spot and direct fire against a group of armed terrorists.

Footage: This is how police eliminated Jerusalem terrorists

Footage from police officer's body camera offers glimpse at 'tunnel route' shooting attack near Jerusalem.

MK who fought terrorists:

'The world must stand on the side of truth'

MK Almog Cohen, who personally fought the Hamas invasion, urges a Touro University delegation to fight antisemitism throughout the world.

Defense Ministry reveals:

Watch this week's operational 'Arrow' interception

Defense Min. releases footage of operational 'Arrow' intercept conducted over Red Sea.

Despite promises:

Israel allows fuel into Gaza - for a second time

Israel's war cabinet approves IDF, Shin Bet, proposal to accede to US pressure to allow fuel into Gaza.

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Light in the darkness - readers share inspiring stories

At a time when the news is full of grim reports, we want to hear your inspiring stories of bravery, comradery, kindness, and solidarity.

Report: Senior Hamas terrorist eliminated in IDF strike

Israeli eliminated Ahmad Bahar, senior Hamas terrorist and member of the terror group's political bureau, Gaza reports say.

Families of hostages pray at Lubavitcher Rebbe's gravesite in NY

Representatives of the families of those held hostage by Hamas are greeted by thousands of New York Jews with songs of 'Am Israel chai.'

IDF forces eliminate Islamic Jihad terrorist in Jenin

Terrorists attempt to escape by ambulance into Jenin hospital, are arrested by IDF forces.

IDF gains control of Islamic Jihad stronghold

IDF troops continue operating in Gaza, locates heavy-weight rockets and UAVs in an Islamic Jihad post in northern Gaza.

Body of soldier who appeared in Hamas video brought to Israel

The body of Corporal Noa Marciano, who appeared in a video aired by Hamas, was found near Shifa Hospital and transferred to Israel.

South Africa:

Ruling party supports suspension of ties with Israel

African National Congress will support motion by leftist party to suspend ties with Israel until it agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza.

US officials:

Intercepted conversations show Hamas operating in Shifa Hospital

US officials tell CNN the US collected "solid" intelligence that Hamas was using Shifa Hospital as a command node.

Quds Force head:

'We will do whatever it takes to help Hamas in the war'

Quds Force commander Esmail Ghaani reassures Hamas Iran will help it in its war against Israel.

Netanyahu to CBS:

'Trying to wipe out Hamas with minimal civilian casualties'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tells CBS News’ Norah O'Donnell that a deal to secure the release of hostages is closer than before.

Ilhan Omar leads effort to block military aid to Israel

Lawmakers from the Democratic Party, led by Omar, introduce bill seeking to block a $320 million arms sale to Israel.

Otzma Yehudit MK:

'Lapid is a petty and irresponsible politician'

MK Almog Cohen blasts opposition leader for calling for the removal of the Prime Minister in the midst of a war.