Swords of Iron

Watch: Israeli F-35 intercepts cruise missile

IAF reveals: This is how an F-35 fighter plane intercepted a cruise missile, and how the 'Arrow' intercepted a surface-to-surface missile.

High school students join Israel advocacy effort

ORT Israel students and teachers enlist in an Israeli advocacy room around the world.

Fake profiles attemting to collect intelligence from soldiers

The IDF has exposed a complex network of fake profiles on social media that attempt to lure soldiers into giving over sensitive information.

Pri Gan's miracle:

Another town's security squad saved them - & paid a heavy price

Members of Shlomit's security squad rush to Pri Gan to fight invading Hamas terrorists, saving their neighbors, but losing 3 of their own.

Hero from battle of Be'eri killed in Gaza

Commander of 188th Armoured Brigade's 53rd Battalion, Lt. Col. Salman Habaka fell in the northern Gaza Strip.

MKs break down while watching footage of Hamas massacre

After watching uncensored footage of Hamas massacre, MKs cry in Knesset halls, urge, 'We need to wipe Hamas off the face of the earth.'

IDF spokesman issues warning to Hezbollah

'War is advancing as planned, in every battle we have the upper hand,' IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari says.

Gazan emigrant:

'Destroy Hamas - and I'll be the first to return to Gaza'

H., who left Gaza: 'We left because we did not see a future in Gaza. If they manage to destroy Hamas, I am the first who will be back.'

Cleared for publication:

Lieutenant (res.) Yuval Zilber fell in battle in northern Gaza

Lieutenant (res.) Yuval Zilber, 25, from Ramat Gan, served in the 7007th Infantry Battalion, Jerusalem Brigade.

Footage shows IDF soldiers heroically battling Hamas terrorists

IDF ground forces eliminate dozens of terrorists, with the help of coordinated aerial and naval strikes.

Biden on Gaza fighting:

'I think we need a pause'

US President calls for “pause” in fighting in order to allow time to free hostages being held by Hamas.

First responder:

'They took the baby and put it, literally, in a kitchen oven'

An Israeli first responder recalls tending to the body of a baby burnt in an oven.

Campus hate is the same hate that fueled 10/7 pogrom in Israel

Cornell student Ethan Oliner explains how the recent hatred on his campus is exactly like that of Hamas. Op-ed.

FM Cohen:

'Red Cross must visit the hostages in Gaza'

Foreign Minister speaks to President of the Red Cross, demands the organization visit hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza.

IDF strikes in Lebanese territory in response to firing in north

IDF strikes terrorist cell which fired a surface-to-air missile toward an IDF UAV.

State Department:

'Blinken will visit Israel, reiterate US support'

State Department releases details of Secretary of State's upcoming trip, which includes a stop in Israel.

Praying for Divine protection, light and hope

I choose to imagine our celebration after overcoming evil in our day,and seeing the safe return of our soldiers and innocent captives,

On front page:

British newspaper to feature Israeli babies kidnapped by Hamas

The front page of Thursday’s edition of the Sun will feature faces and stories of 32 Israeli children abducted by Hamas.

Report:

Biden thinks Netanyahu's political days may be numbered

Officials tell Politico that Biden has suggested to Netanyahu that he should think about lessons to share with his eventual successor.

ZAKA's response to the threat of the Houthis

ZAKA responds after spokesman for Yemen's Houthi rebels writes "beyond Eilat" on X, alluding to future missile attacks.

Chilling:

A day in the life of a ZAKA volunteer

For people who have seen so much death in so little time, the words of the prayers seem different.

Foreign Ministry:

'We regret Jordan's decision to recall its ambassador'

Foreign Ministry responds to Jordan’s decision to recall its ambassador: Israel is targeting Hamas terrorists.

WZO Initiative:

Connecting home owners from abroad with displaced families

Roi Abecassis, on a new WZO initiative to help displaced families from the south and north.

Bennett to CNN:

'Why don’t you ask “why is Hamas still holding babies hostage?"

Former Israeli PM says deaths in Gaza are Hamas' fault, asks why interviewers do not focus on the hundreds of Hamas hostages.

American Jewish community embraces Israel

The Orthodox Union is currently working to promote significant support for the families from the areas affected by Israel's war with Hamas.

President Herzog:

'Israeli society is our true secret weapon'

President Isaac Herzog addressed the nation and praised its 'unbreakable spirit' in the face of the war with Hamas.

In contrast to Smotrich:

Defense Minister Gallant calls to continue funding PA

Defense Minister says transfer of funds to PA vital for maintaining stability in Judea and Samaria.

NYU hospital fires doctor who celebrated Hamas massacre

Langone Winthrop Hospital lets go of doctor who called to 'openly state your support of Palestinian resistance' after Hamas massacre.

IDF Spokesperson:

'IDF forces have breached Hamas' forward lines of defense'

IDF Spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari says 331 IDF soldiers have fallen since the beginning of the war.

AOC claims AIPAC 'extremist,' 'destabilizes US democracy'

Squad member accuses largest pro-Israel group in US of racism, undermining democracy after AIPAC criticizes Congressman on Israel vote.

Commander of all Hamas anti-tank forces in Gaza eliminated

Muhammad A'sar, who was responsible for all anti-tank fire at Israeli soldiers and civilians, eliminated in airstrike.

Exposed:

How Hamas steals fuel from Gaza's hospitals

Conversation between a Hamas commander and a hospital director shows how the organization takes resources at the expense of civilians.

Gantz:

'We will settle accounts with anyone who tries to harm us'

National Unity party chairman visits Central Command, Efrat, and families from the south in Kfar Etzion.

Armor Division commander:

'We dismantled central Hamas combat systems'.

Commander of the 162nd Armor Division says his division's troops are 'on the gates of Gaza City.'

Gallant:

'There are prices for every battle, but important achievements'

Defense Yoav Gallant visits troops of the 36th Brigade, lauds IDF's progress in the war against Hamas.

Chilling testimony:

'Our mission was to kill, only to kill'

Testimony from interrogation of terrorist who took part in massacre in Kfar Aza released by Shin Bet.

Terrorists held information on strategic facility

Maps of two communities were found on the terrorists, with disturbing target markings, especially regarding the gathering of intelligence.

Fallen soldier's letter:

Pdaya's letter to his family: 'I am watching over you'

Pdaya Mark to his family after his cousin Elhanan Kalmanson was killed: 'We are strong! The people of Israel are strong, the IDF is strong!'

Jordan recalls ambassador in Israel

Foreign Minister says the ambassador would only return if Israel 'stops the war in Gaza and the humanitarian disaster that it's causing.'

'Never forget, never forgive'

MKs watch uncenscored video of Hamas massacre

Dozens of MKs watch video shown to foreign media showing the extent of Hamas' atrocities in southern Israel, some could not watch to the end

Footage from the battlefield:

IDF striking from air, sea, and land

IDF destroyed Hamas lookout points, antitank crews and launchers, seacraft, and military installations in joint strikes.

Colel Chabad: New program to assist Israelis displaced by war

Colel Chabad launches food assistance program for displaced families in Jerusalem.

Hamas official promises:

'We'll repeat Oct. 7 massacre until Israel is annihilated'

'We are victims - everything we do is justified,' Hamas spokesperson claims.

Palestinian bus driver murdered by Hamas terrorists near Re'im

Hamas terrorists roamed the party area near Re’im, armed & bloodthirsty. They caught Suhib Abu Amer, a young Palestinian, and executed him.

Protecting the people:

4,100 flak jackets, 500 first responder kits, 30 mobile shelters

IFCJ increases support for local community defense preparedness across the country.

The peace that we need

Peace, as most of the Western world sees it, is a state of non-war. But a complete peace is more than merely an absence of war.

Houthi forces present:

Missile and drone launches towards Israel

Video clip shows missile being launched from Yemen towards Eilat. Watch.

Son of terror victim fell in battle against Hamas terrorists

Second Lt. Pdaya Mark, son of terror victim and cousin of Elchanan Kalmanson, who fell battling Hamas terrorists, fell in Gaza battle.

After the murderous attack:

Left-winger admits to agreeing with the Right

Tzufit Grant meets with hareidi women who volunteered to help the IDF and talks about the moment she agreed with Daniella Weiss.

Vizhnitzer hassidim dance in Ashkelon

Dozens of Vizhnitzer followers came to Ashkelon to dance with residents suffering from rocket barrages.

Wife and mother of hostages:

‘I want to go to Gaza; let them take me instead of Eitan’

Bat Sheva Yahalomi, who escaped from terrorists with 2 daughters, talks about her struggle after son Eitan & husband were abducted to Gaza.

Health Minister:

ZAKA should be under auspices of Home Front Command

Minister of Health says rescue organizations should be merged under official state bodies. 'The State should sponsor them.'

Foreign Min. condemns Bolivia's decision to cut ties with Israel

Decision to cut diplomatic ties over Gaza war 'is a surrender to terrorism and the Ayatollah's regime in Iran,' Israel's Foreign Min. says.

In face of threat from Yemen:

Israeli Navy missile boats arrive in Red Sea area

Following threats from Yemenite Houthis, Israeli Navy sends missile boats towards Red Sea.

Following nighttime intercept, Eilat mayor imposes restrictions

Middle schools in Eilat will not hold in-person studies, Eilat mayor says.

White House:

'Saudi Arabia still interested in normalization with Israel'

White House spokesperson: Saudis interested in normalization with Israel, but all sides are currently focused on the situation in Gaza.

Report:

Egypt to open Rafah crossing for the transfer of wounded Gazans

Media in Egypt report that Rafah crossing will be opened for the purpose of transferring wounded Palestinian Arabs into Egypt.

Report:

US and Israel discussing future of Gaza Strip

Sources tell Bloomberg the US and Israel are exploring multiple options for future of Gaza if Israel succeeds in ousting Hamas.

Blinken to Herzog:

'Israel has a right to defend itself consistent with int'l law'

Secretary of State speaks by phone to President Herzog, stresses need to take precautions to minimize harm to civilians in Gaza.

European Jewish Congress Pres.

Israel was our safe haven - that needs to be rebuilt, with unity

The president of the European Jewish Congress visits Israel, urges government to reject calls for a humanitarian ceasefire.