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IDF conducts underground operation in central Gaza

IDF troops uncovered and dismantled two Hamas tunnels in central Gaza, sealing one with concrete, eliminating dozens of terrorists, and expanding the security zone along the border.

IDF conducts underground operation in central Gaza

Canada condemns IDF strike on hospital in Khan Yunis

Canada condemns an IDF strike on a hospital in Gaza, killing journalists. Israel’s military confirmed the strike, adding it regrets harm to uninvolved individuals and is investigating.

Canada condemns IDF strike on hospital in Khan Yunis

Why does Gaza have so many hospitals?

Intel analyst, NEWSMAX commenter, author, and YouTuber Ryan McBeth uncovers the real reason Gaza has so many hospitals and how Hamas uses them for its propaganda war on Israel.

Why does Gaza have so many hospitals?

Elul session opens with Torah lesson in heart of Gaza battlefield

Rabbi Ben-Zion Algazi, Dean of the Ramat Gan Hesder Yeshiva and IDF reservist, delivered a Torah lecture inside Gaza to soldiers, inspiring even non-religious officers at the front.

Elul session opens with Torah lesson in heart of Gaza battlefield

Surrounded by terrorists:

New footage of the abduction of Nimrod Cohen

The family of hostage Nimrod Cohen released new footage showing Nimrod being kidnapped and led by Hamas terrorists into the Gaza Strip, where he has been held in Hamas tunnels for 689 days.

New footage of the abduction of Nimrod Cohen

IDF Spokesman:

Hamas has used the hospital that was struck

IDF Spokesperson Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin says military will investigate Khan Yunis hospital strike, stressing, 'We do not intentionally target civilians.'

Hamas has used the hospital that was struck

IDF clarifies:

SGT Yishai Urbach killed by RPG, not building collapse

The IDF clarified that Sgt. Yishai Urbach was killed by RPG fire while aiding his wounded commander in Rafah, correcting earlier reports that he died in a building collapse.

SGT Yishai Urbach killed by RPG, not building collapse

New images from the abduction of Nimrod Cohen

The family of captive soldier Nimrod Cohen published new images on Monday showing the moment Hamas terrorists abducted him on October 7th, 2023.

New images from the abduction of Nimrod Cohen

Hospital attack

Hamas camera in hospital endangered IDF soldiers

Security sources say IDF forces identified a camera set up by Hamas Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, endangering the troops, and therefore it was decided to strike it.

Hamas camera in hospital endangered IDF soldiers

Family of Nimrod Cohen:

We will release the footage of his abduction

The family of captive IDF soldier Nimrod Cohen will release footage of him being led by his captors to Gaza.

We will release the footage of his abduction

Former IDF director of combat:

This is how the Military Advocate General endangers our soldiers

Former director of combat in the Gaza Division describes how the Military Advocate General's directives are tying the hands of IDF soldiers in Gaza, endangering their lives and preventing the elimination of terrorists.

This is how the Military Advocate General endangers our soldiers

IDF confirms strike near Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis

IDF acted to mitigate harm to uninvolved individuals, maintain safety of troops.

IDF confirms strike near Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis

Footage reveals: Hamas terrorists abuse, fire at, Gaza residents

COGAT publishes graphic footage of Hamas terrorists severely abusing and shooting at Gaza civilians. 'This is Hamas.'

Footage reveals: Hamas terrorists abuse, fire at, Gaza residents

Smotrich to Gantz:

'Welcome to join the government - without preconditions'

Smotrich: "If Gantz wants to join to strengthen our resilience to defeat the enemy until complete victory and the return of all hostages - I welcome it."

'Welcome to join the government - without preconditions'

Netanyahu:

Houthis are learning the heavy price of attacking Israel

PM Netanyahu congratulates IAF on 'impeccable mission,' notes Houthi terror group is 'learning the hard way' the prices of aggression against Israel.

Houthis are learning the heavy price of attacking Israel

Report: Negotiations for ceasefire with Hamas to restart

Arab reports say negotiations for Gaza ceasefire may resume - while Israel continues preparing for military operation.

Report: Negotiations for ceasefire with Hamas to restart

IDF reveals truth of Daily Mirror's antisemitic libel

Daily Mirror publishes photo of three-year-old allegedly starved by Israel; IDF publishes documents proving child suffers from rare genetic illness which cause his condition.

IDF reveals truth of Daily Mirror's antisemitic libel

Silman: Previous government would've hesitated after October 7

Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman says reliance on Mansour Abbas would have led the previous government to 'fold' during the October 7 attack.

Silman: Previous government would've hesitated after October 7

Chief of Staff to Navy:

Military pressure created the conditions for releasing hostages

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Navy, praising its role in war and urging continued readiness for expanded operations, especially in Gaza City.

Military pressure created the conditions for releasing hostages

IDF releases 13 Gazans through Red Cross

IDF releases 13 Gazans arrested during the course of the war; footage shows all are in good health.

IDF releases 13 Gazans through Red Cross

Preliminary findings indicate Houthi missile was cluster bomb

Houthi missile which exploded mid-air on Friday evening was likely a cluster bomb, preliminary findings show.

Preliminary findings indicate Houthi missile was cluster bomb

Footage from northern Gaza:

401st Brigade returns to Jabaliya

Troops under the 162nd Division return to combat in northern Gaza, dismantling Hamas terror infrastructure, eliminating operatives, and expanding operational control.

401st Brigade returns to Jabaliya

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Inside a GHF aid site deep in Gaza

NEWSMAX correspondent Zach Anders gained access inside Gaza at a Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) aid distribution site, where he saw the US and Israel-backed organization at work.

Inside a GHF aid site deep in Gaza

Rep. Greene accuses: Israel using US aid for genocide

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene accuses Israel of "genocide" in Gaza, claiming US military aid funds the alleged actions and that American taxpayers are paying for it.

Rep. Greene accuses: Israel using US aid for genocide

Four IDF brigades maneuvering near Gaza City

IDF prepares for conquest of Gaza City, with four brigades operating on its outskirts.

Four IDF brigades maneuvering near Gaza City

Details of Hamas' ceasefire proposal revealed

Hamas demanding release of 150 mass murderers, agrees to 700-meter perimeter in some areas of Gaza.

Details of Hamas' ceasefire proposal revealed

Lieutenant Ori Gerlic, 20, fell in battle in Gaza

Platoon commander Lieutenant Ori Gerlic, 20, fell in battle in southern Gaza, IDF announces.

Lieutenant Ori Gerlic, 20, fell in battle in Gaza

Gantz to present conditions for joining government

Blue and White chief Benny Gantz to hold press conference on conditions, including 'time-bound initiative,' for his party joining government, report says.

Gantz to present conditions for joining government

Netanyahu to OAN:

'Hamas starving hostages while media spreads lies'

In an exclusive interview with One America News, PM Netanyahu discusses the Gaza war, the propaganda against Israel, and his strong alliance with President Donald Trump, emphasizing that Hamas starves hostages.

'Hamas starving hostages while media spreads lies'

In ongoing operations:

IDF eliminates terrorists, dismantles rocket launchers

IDF dismantles ready-to-launch rocket launchers in Deir al Balah, targeting a mortar launching post used in a Hamas attack on IDF troops.

IDF eliminates terrorists, dismantles rocket launchers

COGAT rejects IPC's Gaza report, slams it as biased & inaccurate

COGAT counters IPC's food security claims, highlighting methodological flaws, reliance on Hamas-linked sources, and ignoring Israel's humanitarian efforts in Gaza.

COGAT rejects IPC's Gaza report, slams it as biased & inaccurate

Defense Minister: Gates of hell will open in Gaza

Defense Minister Israel Katz announces approval of IDF plan to defeat Hamas in Gaza through use of heavy fire, evacuations, and maneuvering.

Defense Minister: Gates of hell will open in Gaza

Egypt fears Israeli takeover of Gaza City

The Egyptian Foreign Ministry asserts that Israel's planned operation in Gaza aims to establish an "illegal occupation," violating international and humanitarian law.

Egypt fears Israeli takeover of Gaza City

Israel repairing water lines to Gaza

As part of preparations for the invasion of Gaza City, Israel is repairing two water lines to the southern Gaza Strip with approval from the political echelon, in anticipation of mass evacuations.

Israel repairing water lines to Gaza

Netanyahu

'I approved taking control of Gaza City and hostage negotiations'

PM visits Gaza Division, says he approved plans to defeat Hamas militarily and talks to bring all of the hostages home and end the war at the same time.

'I approved taking control of Gaza City and hostage negotiations'

Chief of Staff

'We will not stop until Hamas is defeated'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits site of Hamas surprise attack in Khan Yunis, praises actions of the soldiers who thwarted the attack.

'We will not stop until Hamas is defeated'

IDF begins warning calls to medical officials in northern Gaza

The IDF has begun warning calls medical officials and international organizations in the northern Gaza Strip in order to prepare for the evacuation of the population to the southern Gaza Strip.

IDF begins warning calls to medical officials in northern Gaza

'Leaving Hamas in Gaza would be like leaving the SS in Germany'

Prime Minister Netanyahu explains why Hamas must go in an interview with Sky News Australia.

'Leaving Hamas in Gaza would be like leaving the SS in Germany'

Full investigation

Radio recordings from the incident that nearly ended in disaster

MG Yaniv Asor, conducted a field tour yesterday at the location where IDF troops from the Kfir Brigade clashed with terrorists a day earlier in Khan Yunis.

Radio recordings from the incident that nearly ended in disaster

Smotrich threatens to quit government over hostage deal

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has warned that he will leave the government if Netanyahu proceeds with any deal with Hamas.

Smotrich threatens to quit government over hostage deal

Amb. Huckabee:

'USA will not take part in UN's Palestinian state circus'

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee said that no matter what happens, Hamas cannot be allowed any semblance of victory in the war.

'USA will not take part in UN's Palestinian state circus'

Netanyahu’s request:

Shorten the timeline for conquering Gaza

The Prime Minister’s Office confirms that Netanyahu is seeking to accelerate the timeline for seizing control of Gaza’s remaining terrorist strongholds and defeating Hamas.

Shorten the timeline for conquering Gaza

Netanyahu:

We need an objective committee which will investigate me as well

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu outlines to Triggernometry how an ideal investigative committee would operate, stressing the importance of everyone - from himself down to the last military personnel - being included.

We need an objective committee which will investigate me as well

Gideon's Chariots

IDF gains control over 75% of Gaza Strip in renewed operations

Since March 18, the IDF has gained control over 75% of Gaza, eliminated 2,000 terrorists including senior Hamas leaders, struck 10,000 targets, and established two key corridors.

IDF gains control over 75% of Gaza Strip in renewed operations

IDF Spokesman:

'We have entered the next phase of the war against Hamas'

IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin announces entry into phase two of Operation Gideon’s Chariots, with intensified battles in Gaza City and expanded humanitarian efforts.

'We have entered the next phase of the war against Hamas'

Khan Yunis incident

Watch: Terrorists exit tunnel, one is eliminated

Footage shows militants emerging from a tunnel intending to attack soldiers in Khan Yunis, and elimination of one of them who tried to escape.

Watch: Terrorists exit tunnel, one is eliminated

Southern Command Chief slams: IDF has been sucked into politics

Major General Yaniv Asor highlights challenges in public trust, manpower issues, and the need for a large, well-equipped army.

Southern Command Chief slams: IDF has been sucked into politics

Report:

Terrorist who forced hostage to kiss him eliminated

Gazan sources reported that Ghassan Salot, the terrorist who forced captivity survivor Omer Shem Tov to kiss his forehead during his release ceremony, was eliminated in Dir al-Balah

Terrorist who forced hostage to kiss him eliminated

Fell for Hamas propaganda?

Rabbis call on Israel to prevent 'starvation', 'settler violence'

Over 80 rabbis who associate with left-leaning Orthodox Judaism signed a letter on Gaza urging Israel to prevent mass hunger and condemning Jewish residents in Judea and Samaria.

Rabbis call on Israel to prevent 'starvation', 'settler violence'

Footage from Khan Yunis:

IDF tank crushes terrorist before he manages to launch RPG at it

Footage filmed the attempted abduction of IDF soldiers in Khan Yunis shows an IDF tank running over a terrorist who aimed an RPG at it.

IDF tank crushes terrorist before he manages to launch RPG at it

Fmr. Navy chief:

Israel can not make a partial deal

R. Adm. (res.) Eliezer Marom warned that Israel cannot afford a partial deal with Hamas, stressing that only a full offensive or comprehensive agreement will prevent the terror group from regrouping.

Israel can not make a partial deal

Tal Shoham shares

The letter that gave hope in Hamas captivity

Ex-hostage speaks about the horrors he endured in his 505 days in captivity, his feelings at the continued captivity of his friends, and reveals the letter he received that provided a ray of light in the darkness.

The letter that gave hope in Hamas captivity

Gideon's Chariots 2

60,000 reservists receive orders ahead of Gaza City op.

IDF mobilizes 130,000 reservists ahead of operation to capture Gaza City.

60,000 reservists receive orders ahead of Gaza City op.

New details on Operation Gideon's Chariots 2

The IDF is preparing to deploy five divisions in the Gaza Strip and approximately 130,000 reservists, as part of the newly-approved plan to occupy Gaza City.

New details on Operation Gideon's Chariots 2

Ex-Hostage to CNN:

'I feel guilty when I eat'

As negotiations to free the remaining hostages continue, released hostage Eliya Cohen shared his harrowing story and the weight he still carries 6 months after his release.

'I feel guilty when I eat'

Defense Min. approves Gaza City plan 'Gideon's Chariots 2'

'Gideon Chariots 2' follows the previous “Gideon Chariots” operation, which led to the decisive defeat of Hamas throughout the majority of Gaza and allowed the IDF to take control of 75% of Gaza’s territory.

Defense Min. approves Gaza City plan 'Gideon's Chariots 2'

Hamas aims for partial deal, IDF preparing to take Gaza City

Security officials say there has been no significant in negotiations, prompting the IDF to ramp up preparations to take control of Gaza City.

Hamas aims for partial deal, IDF preparing to take Gaza City

Nukhba commander who took part in Oct. 7 attack eliminated

Muhammad Naif Abu Shamala took part in the attempted infiltration of the Ma’aras IDF Post during the brutal October 7th massacre.

Nukhba commander who took part in Oct. 7 attack eliminated

MK Amit Halevi:

'IDF plan to conquer Gaza will fail without changes'

Likud MK Amit Halevi warns that the IDF’s operational plan to conquer Gaza could fail, exact a heavy toll in blood, and fall short of the Cabinet’s objectives.

'IDF plan to conquer Gaza will fail without changes'

Conquest of Gaza City:

IDF to mobilize 60,000 reservists

The action plan presented to the Defense Minister includes mobilizing 60,000 new reservists, in addition to the 20,000 already in service.

IDF to mobilize 60,000 reservists