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Police officer saves his daughter in Kfar Aza

Shimon Portal heard that his daughter was besieged in her home. He rushed to rescue her and others in danger.

Police officer saves his daughter in Kfar Aza

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Prayers and outcry at the Western Wall

Surprise attack on Israel: prayers and outcry at the Western Wall

Prayers and outcry at the Western Wall

'Black Lives Matter:' Hamas massacre must not be condemned

BLM Grassroots reiterates its unwavering support for the Palestinian Arabs and their right to 'resist' after massacre of 900 people.

'Black Lives Matter:' Hamas massacre must not be condemned

How 50 terrorists invading from the sea were stopped

Documentation of the attacks: Ashdod base commander Col. Eitan Paz described the terrorists attempted invasion by sea from Gaza.

How 50 terrorists invading from the sea were stopped

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Jewish communities around world gather in support of Israel

Over 50 Federations in the US and Canada gather to bear witness to demonstrate their broad-based support for the Jewish state here at home.

Jewish communities around world gather in support of Israel

Hamas launches rocket barrage on Ashkelon after warning

Rocket alert sirens activate in northern Samaria for first time as terror group launches massive barrage.

Hamas launches rocket barrage on Ashkelon after warning

COGAT head to Hamas:

'You wanted hell, you will get hell'

Major General Ghasan Alyan says Gaza residents are celebrating the massacre of 900 people rather than being shocked.

'You wanted hell, you will get hell'

National emergency authority advises against panic buying

'There are no shortages - ships are arriving, supply chains are working, and stores are open. What makes shortages is clearing the shelves.'

National emergency authority advises against panic buying

2 senior Hamas leaders killed in Gaza airstrikes

Hamas economy minister, senior member of political bureau, killed in IDF retaliatory strikes.

2 senior Hamas leaders killed in Gaza airstrikes

Hamas warns Ashkelon residents to leave by 5 pm

Warning follows previous threat to execute hostages if Israel does not stop its retaliation for the Simchat Torah massacre.

Hamas warns Ashkelon residents to leave by 5 pm

Israel condemns UNHCR response to Hamas massacre

'Why can't the High Commissioner call Hamas terrorists or a spade a spade?' asks Israeli UN mission.

Israel condemns UNHCR response to Hamas massacre

Eyewitness testimony: 'An army against 3000 unarmed people'

A survivor of the festival attacked by Hamas forces tells how the terrorists attacked with rockets, sniper rifles, and drones.

Eyewitness testimony: 'An army against 3000 unarmed people'

Three days later:

Dozens of missing are found alive in Kibbutz Ein Hashlosha

National emergency command center receives tipoff regarding group of civilians in distress - and locates 30 missing people.

Dozens of missing are found alive in Kibbutz Ein Hashlosha

Hotovely:

'People weren't safe at home: No country can face this reality'

Israel's Ambassador to the UK speaks to Talk TV about the Hamas massacre of 900 Israelis.

'People weren't safe at home: No country can face this reality'

2 killed in rocket strike in south

Foreign workers in Eshkol region becomes latest casualty of Hamas' war against Israel.

2 killed in rocket strike in south

Marchers at Sydney Opera House chant 'Gas the Jews'

Jewish residents of Australia warned to stay away from pro-Palestinian march at the Sydney Opera House.

Marchers at Sydney Opera House chant 'Gas the Jews'

Ben-Gvir orders mass arming of civillian emergency services

Israel's Ministry of National Security has begun a plan to distribute thousands of firearms to the public.

Ben-Gvir orders mass arming of civillian emergency services

CNN:

Anderson Cooper chokes up after speaking with hostages' relative

CNN's Anderson Cooper chokes up after interview with Israeli woman pleading for her relatives' freedom from Hamas captivity.

Anderson Cooper chokes up after speaking with hostages' relative

Nonprofit warns against predatory loans amidst war

The nonprofit Pa'amonim warns that unscrupulous entities are trying to trap families affected by the war in debts.

Nonprofit warns against predatory loans amidst war

IDF commander:

The terrorists arrived with enormous quantities of weapons

Brig.-Gen. Dan Goldfus sums up the fighting so far: 'The enemy is super-cruel, they murdered men, took women and children into captivity.'

The terrorists arrived with enormous quantities of weapons

Arab leaders denounce Hamas conduct

The leaders of Israel's Arab parties have spoken out against the Hamas invasion of southern Israel.

Arab leaders denounce Hamas conduct

Security footage shows Hamas terrorists infiltrating Jewish town

Hamas terrorists arrive by truck in Moshav Yakhini, fire at residents.

Security footage shows Hamas terrorists infiltrating Jewish town

Israel Hayom photographer massacred with his family

Yaniv Zohar, an Israel Hayom photographer, was murdered together with his wife and two daughters during Hamas' attack on Kibbutz Nahal Oz.

Israel Hayom photographer massacred with his family

Washington Post:

Video footage proves Hamas executed Israeli captives

Two videos verified by the Washington Post appear to confirm the deaths of at least four of the individuals taken captive by Hamas.

Video footage proves Hamas executed Israeli captives

Heroes of war:

Under heavy fire: Border Police rescue injured soldiers

Border Police publish footage of officers who acted, under heavy fire, to rescue soldiers who were injured near Nir Am.

Under heavy fire: Border Police rescue injured soldiers

Wartime shopping:

Supermarket chain's unusual announcement

Shufersal supermarket chain announces it will limit quantities per customer, to prevent shortages due to the war.

Supermarket chain's unusual announcement

IAF planes bring hundreds of soldiers home from Europe

Israel has recalled hundreds of soldiers, who were outside the country when the war began, to fight on the Gaza border.

IAF planes bring hundreds of soldiers home from Europe

Were there warning signs ahead of Hamas' surprise attack?

Leaders of Israeli communities near the Gaza border report receiving threats that 'the coming holidays will be black.'

Were there warning signs ahead of Hamas' surprise attack?

Eyewitness testimony:

'Terrorists burned buildings to force residents from shelters'

The director of the Nir Oz youth village near Gaza tells of the attack on the kibbutz.

'Terrorists burned buildings to force residents from shelters'

IDF:

No terrorists have infiltrated through the fence in the past day

'A few terrorists may still be hiding in areas near the Gaza border, we've evacuated most families,' IDF spokesman says.

No terrorists have infiltrated through the fence in the past day

Protection in War:

Rosh Milin and a letter from Rabbi Fetaya

IDF soldiers at the military convention grounds carried various 'segulot' for protection, such as Rosh Milin and a letter from Rabbi Fetaya.

Rosh Milin and a letter from Rabbi Fetaya

Overnight:

IDF strikes over 200 targets in major terror hubs

IDF hits Hamas weapons storage site located inside mosque, alongside Islamic Jihad terror infrastructure.

IDF strikes over 200 targets in major terror hubs

'Heartbroken for Israel':

Professional sports leagues support Israel after Hamas attacks

MLB, NBA and NFL issue statements in support of Israel following Hamas attacks.

Professional sports leagues support Israel after Hamas attacks

Overnight:

Two terrorists eliminated, rocket barrage on Gaza border towns

IDF troops exchange fire with terrorists at Sa’ad junction, kill two. Meanwhile, barrages fired at border towns and IAF strikes in Gaza.

Two terrorists eliminated, rocket barrage on Gaza border towns

Senior Hamas official:

'Attack on Israel was a surprise to everyone, including Iran'

Senior Hamas official denies WSJ report that Iran helped the terrorist organization plan its surprise attack on Israel.

'Attack on Israel was a surprise to everyone, including Iran'

NYC Mayor holds vigil for victims of attacks in Israel

Mayor Eric Adams: That terrorist act that we saw cannot be defended anywhere on this globe.

NYC Mayor holds vigil for victims of attacks in Israel

Amid Israel-Hamas war:

US Chief of Staff speaks to Israeli counterpart

Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff, Charles Q. Brown Jr., warns Iran not to get involved in the Hamas-Israel conflict.

US Chief of Staff speaks to Israeli counterpart

Arnold Schwarzenegger:

'I stand with my Israeli friends'

Actor and former California Governor becomes the latest popular figure to express support for Israel following Hamas attack.

'I stand with my Israeli friends'

In support for Israel:

White House illuminated in blue and white

White House illuminated with the colors of the flag of Israel. "We stand with Israel," says White House Middle East coordinator.

White House illuminated in blue and white

Obama:

'We stand alongside Israel as it dismantles Hamas'

Former US Presidents Obama and Clinton offer support for Israel. Clinton: Now is a time for the world to rally against terrorism.

'We stand alongside Israel as it dismantles Hamas'

Head of Sderot Yeshiva:

'We have to go back and take the Gaza Strip'

A special interview with Rabbi David Fendel, head of the Sderot Yeshiva near the Gaza border.

'We have to go back and take the Gaza Strip'

Western countries:

'We will support Israel in its efforts to defend itself '

Leaders of France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and the United States condemn Hamas, express support for Israel.

'We will support Israel in its efforts to defend itself '

Biden:

'At least 11 American citizens were killed in Hamas attack'

US President confirms at least 11 American citizens killed in Hamas attack on Israel: Americans stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Israelis.

'At least 11 American citizens were killed in Hamas attack'

IDF strikes weapons compound, Islamic Jihad meeting point

The IDF is continuing to strike the Gaza Strip from the sea and the air.

IDF strikes weapons compound, Islamic Jihad meeting point

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White House spokesperson in tears when asked about Hamas attack

US National Security Council Spokesman John Kirby tears up during CNN interview as interviewer brings up Hamas attack on Israel.

White House spokesperson in tears when asked about Hamas attack

British PM:

'Hamas are not freedom fighters, they are terrorists'

British PM Rishi Sunak attends vigil for victims of Hamas attacks at synagogue in London: I stand with Israel.

'Hamas are not freedom fighters, they are terrorists'

After Hamas massacre:

Security increased around Jewish sites throughout Europe

With threat of antisemitic violence increased in wake of Hamas massacre in Israel, Jewish institutions received increased security.

Security increased around Jewish sites throughout Europe

Smotrich: 'We will give all the monetary backing needed to win'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says he is personally ensuring that everyone impacted by the war will receive compensation.

Smotrich: 'We will give all the monetary backing needed to win'

Transportation Minister prepares plan for flight stoppage

Minister Miri Regev has presented her plan for the event that all foreign airlines stop flights into Israel.

Transportation Minister prepares plan for flight stoppage

Netanyahu:

'Hamas is ISIS and will be defeated the same way'

PM addresses nation on third day of war against Hamas. 'We knew who Hamas is, now the whole world knows.'

'Hamas is ISIS and will be defeated the same way'

'May He who makes peace'

Watch: Singing at pro-Israel rally beneath Eiffel Tower

Hundreds of Israel supporters sing a song of peace in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

Watch: Singing at pro-Israel rally beneath Eiffel Tower

European Commission reviews all Palestine aid after massacre

Review meant to 'ensure that no EU funding indirectly enables any terrorist organization to carry out attacks against Israel.'

European Commission reviews all Palestine aid after massacre

Chief of Staff:

'It started badly for us, it will end badly for them'

The Chief of Staff visited the battlefields in southern Israel to assess the situation and encourage the soldiers fighting there.

'It started badly for us, it will end badly for them'

Israel Dog Unit races to save missing people after invasion

Volunteer dog handlers are working under fire to find the hundreds of people missing in southern Israel before Hamas does.

Israel Dog Unit races to save missing people after invasion

Ron Dermer to Fox News:

'This was like 10 9/11s'

Former Israeli Ambassador to the US compares Hamas massacre to Pearl Harbor. 'We'll teach them a lesson they'll never forget.'

'This was like 10 9/11s'

Pres. Herzog to world:

'More Jews killed in 1 day than at any point since Holocaust'

Israeli President speaks to international community. 'Hamas imported, adopted, and duplicated the savagery of ISIS.'

'More Jews killed in 1 day than at any point since Holocaust'

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Border Police eliminate terrorists on Route 34

A Border Police ambush squad, guided by drones, engaged and eliminated two terrorist squads in southern Israel.

Border Police eliminate terrorists on Route 34

Producer of Hanan Ben-Ari and Ivri Lider murdered by Hamas

Ben-Ari calls technical producer Aviv Bera'am "our hero" after Bera'am was murdered fighting at his home against Hamas terrorists.

Producer of Hanan Ben-Ari and Ivri Lider murdered by Hamas

NYC mayor pledges support for Israel

Mayor Eric Adams told Jerusalem mayor Moshe Lion that New York is 'ready to help for any request'.

NYC mayor pledges support for Israel

Lapid to CNN:

'Not since Holocaust have so many Jews been killed in 1 day'

Opposition leader speaks to CNN about Hamas massacre of 800 people in sneak attack on Israel.

'Not since Holocaust have so many Jews been killed in 1 day'