Swords of Iron

IDF strikes multi-story building in Gaza City

IDF confirms: High-rise building used by Hamas to advance and execute attacks on IDF troops targeted in military strike. 'Steps were taken to minimize harm to civilians,' reported IDF source.

Psychological terrorism:

Hamas publishes video of two hostages

Hamas publishes video of hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal and additional hostage, as part of effort to pressure Israel and prevent conquest of Gaza City.

IDF warns: Hamas hiding in multi-story buildings

IDF warns of upcoming strike on Gaza City structures converted to terrorist infrastructure, including cameras, observation command centers, sniper and anti-tank firing positions, command and control compounds.

Defense Minister: Gates of hell have opened in Gaza

IDF issues first evacuation warning for multi-story terror building in Gaza, ahead of strike.

Hamas terrorist who funded the war eliminated

In joint IDF-ISA operation, security forces eliminate Nur al-Din Dabbaghsh, who worked in Hamas’ finance department and transferred tens of millions of dollars to the organization’s military wing.

Hostage's brother: 'We need to execute terrorists'

Idan Baruch, brother of kidnapped and murdered hostage Ariel Baruch, says there is no place to discuss terrorists' prison conditions, urges executing them instead. 'That's the minimum in a functional country.'

Ahead of IDF operations:

Hamas prepares executions in Gaza

Hamas’s internal security apparatus reports plans to execute collaborators with Israel in the Gaza Strip.

South Sudan:

'No agreement to accept Gazans or US convicts'

South Sudan again denies plans to accept Palestinian Arabs from Gaza or US deportees, citing no deals with Israel or Washington amid rising internal unrest.

Hamas's plan to undermine Israel's legitimacy

The terrorist organization is seeking to prevent civilians from evacuation in an attempt to maximize civilian casualties so that there will be more international pressure on Israel.

IDF Spokesperson:

'IDF now controls 40% of Gaza City'

Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin provides update on Israel’s intensified operations against the Hamas terrorist organization in Gaza City.

Gazan boy found alive, debunking viral death lie

GHF confirms eight-year-old Gazan boy falsely reported dead by ex-contractor is alive and safe, after weeks-long search exposes fabricated claims and media missteps.

NSC official:

Public will be shaken up by findings of Oct. 7 investigation

State Comptroller demands National Security Council officials receive preliminary findings on October 7 failures, staff refuse over leak concerns.

Security officials warn:

Aid truck inspections not airtight, smuggled items reach Hamas

Defense echelon warns of failures in process of inspecting aid trucks entering Gaza for smuggled items, amount of equipment reaching Hamas rising in parallel to increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza.

IDF:

This is how senior Hamas officials ate in the tunnels

The IDF has released images from Hamas tunnels in Rafah showing the group's commanders dining on lavish meals while the population went hungry.

Hostage's mother: The moment G-d wills it, they'll release him

Miri Ben-Haim, mother of hostage Yosef Haim Ohana, tries to remain optimistic, says she feels she must be strong - to give her son strength during his time in Hamas captivity.

'Murderers and criminals':

Gazan school principal denounces Hamas

Saad al-Maschal, a former school principal from Gaza, accuses Hamas of killing his son and warns that Hamas is plotting against Gazans and their property.

Defense Minister:

Houthis resumed firing, we'll complete the Ten Plagues

Defense Minister Israel Katz responds to increase in Houthi missile launches, warns more retribution to come.

IDF doubts capturing Gaza City will dislodge Hamas

An IDF representative in the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee said the significance of capturing the city is mainly symbolic and noted that about 800,000 people remained there, according to IDF estimates.

The note found on the body of Yahya Sinwar

Following Yahya Sinwar’s elimination in Rafah, a note found in his pocket revealed a detailed sketch of the tunnel network beneath the Tel al-Sultan neighborhood.

Before Gaza City op

Hamas says it is ready to discuss comprehensive deal

As the IDF prepares for Operation Gideon's Chariots 2 in Gaza City, the Hamas terrorist organization stated that it is prepared to negotiate on a comprehensive deal to end the war.

Chief of Staff

'We're in a decisive period, IDF’s presence is felt strongly'

At the Technology and Logistics Directorate Change of Command Ceremony today, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated: 'The war will not end until the mission is complete: the return of all our hostages and the defeat of Hamas.'

Special interview

Nate Buzz: 'Obligated to be a voice of reason'

Nathaniel Buzolic sat down with Arutz Sheva to speak about firsthand experiences from thr ground, his battle against global misinformation, and the calls for Jews to hold on to hope, truth, and love.

Famine report

Israel: IPC response to criticism 'doubles down on distortions'

Jerusalem disputes the IPC's defense of its Gaza famine classification, accusing the body of methodological bias, data manipulation, and selective reporting in its latest response.

'All 20, not 2, 5, or 7'

Trump's message to Hamas: 'Things will change rapidly'

US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to call on the Hamas terrorist organization to release all 20 living Israeli hostages.

New study debunks the 'genocide' libel

A new report published by the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem find that those making the genocide accusation against Israel often rely on false data and ignore Hamas's actions.

'My son is dying'

Father of hostage cries out at the Knesset

At a stormy Knesset session, families of hostages held in Gaza accused lawmakers of inaction, warning their children are tortured and 'running out of time' without a comprehensive deal.

Watch: Israeli Navy, Gaza Division, conduct joint exercise

Israeli Navy and Gaza Division conduct joint exercise, aiming to strengthen defense along the maritime border.

Gaza City resident to IDF officer:

'We want to move southwards, Hamas won't allow it'

Gaza City resident tells COGAT officer of Hamas' attempts to block residents from evacuating southwards, exploiting civilians as human shields.

'A drone for every commander'

IDF intensively preparing for conquest of Gaza City

Preparations for 'Gideon’s Chariot’s II' continue, IDF Increasing readiness of reservist troops.

We all want total victory

There is intense debate over how we can defeat Hamas and recover the hostages - but there should be complete consensus as to how not to do it.

IDF intercepts missile from Yemen

Sirens sound throughout central Israel, explosions heard in Jerusalem, following Houthi missile launch from Yemen.

IDF & ISA announce:

Terrorist who held Bibas family hostage eliminated

IDF, ISA, eliminated the head of the Mujahideen terrorist organization, who advanced terror attacks in Judea and Samaria, held Bibas family captive.

Leftist protesters set garbage cans on fire near PM's residence

Anti-government protesters and relatives of some hostages begin three days of protests in Jerusalem, pushing to end the war against Hamas - no matter what the price.

Minister Zohar to Arutz Sheva:

'We will defeat Hamas and apply sovereignty across the land'

Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News in an interview that a decisive victory over Hamas is near: "Israel will strike with immense force and defeat Hamas."

Qatar: Takeover of Gaza will endanger the lives of hostages

Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson urges the international community to pressure Israel to end the war, particularly in light of intentions to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Ahead of Gaza takeover:

Marco Rubio to arrive in Israel in ten days

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to visit Israel in about ten days, prior to the launch of the operation to take over Gaza City.

Eliminated

Terrorist who held Emily Damari, Romi Gonen, Naama Levy hostage

Senior terrorist Hazem Awni Naeem, who held multiple roles in Hamas, eliminated.

Netanyahu to soldiers

'You’ve paid a high price, We’re facing the decisive stage'

PM says in message to the soldiers of the IDF: 'I believe in you, I believe in you, and the whole nation is embracing you.'

Chief of Staff:

'We will not stop the war until we defeat this enemy'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir Nachshonim base, says: 'Nowhere does the IDF offer anything less than decisive victory.'

Right wing parties:

'We shut the water pipe to Gaza'

Hostage families, bereaved families, reservists, and representatives from the Gaza border area closed off the water supply to Gaza and called on Netanyahu to increase pressure on Hamas.

IDF Reservist:

'We are going out to put an end to evil'

Hagai, a Hesder Yeshiva student and reservist in the Carmeli Brigade, shares his thoughts moments before returning to Gaza.

How the IDF is preparing for the next phase of the war

Ahead of the large wave of reservists to be mobilized to take Gaza City, the IDF has begun extensive preparations to receive the soldiers being called up and support their families.

Likud MK:

'Hamas must be destroyed, Zamir was a mistake'

MK Nissim Vaturi (Likud) recalls that he opposed the appointment of Zamir as Chief of Staff due to him being too much a part of the defense industry before the October 7th massacre.

Targeted assassinations:

10.7 terrorist and ambush organizer eliminated

The IDF and ISA announced the elimination of dozens of terrorists in Gaza, including Ahmad Abu Deif, a Hamas deputy commander, and Taleb Abu Atiwi, a Nukhba team leader from the October 7 attack.

Full battle timeline

Soldiers prevented Camp Yiftah from being captured

An IDF inquiry into the October 7 battle at Camp Yiftah found that quick action by the 77th Battalion prevented Hamas from seizing the base, though nine soldiers were killed.

Sderot Mayor:

'Annex at least two kilometers inside Gaza Strip'

Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi advocates for a clear victory over Hamas, emphasizing that the city continues to grow and thrive despite ongoing security challenges.

Gaza airdrops halted:

Jordan, Egypt pull back, land convoys seen as sufficient

Jordan and Egypt suspend Gaza aid airdrops as Israeli officials explain that enough aid enters by land, dismissing famine concerns and citing limited impact of flights.

Haunting image:

Nine-month-old Lior crawls beside his father's fresh grave

Sergeant First Class (Res.) Ariel Lubliner, age 34, who fell in a friendly-fire incident, was laid to rest, escorted by hundreds, led by his wife and nine-month-old son.

'Man-made famine'

UK Foreign Secretary goes on tirade against Israel

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy condemned Israel over Gaza aid, announced £15m in new assistance, and tied ceasefire demands to hostage release and Hamas disarmament.

Chief of Staff Criticizes Cabinet:

'Two years later, you remember to decide Gaza's fate?'

At the Cabinet meeting, the Chief of Staff claimed that Gaza has largely been defeated, the Mossad chief called for a partial deal, and Netanyahu refused to allow a vote on the matter.

Idan Shtivi's father:

'My prayers were not wasted, they went to the other hostages'

Idan Shtivi, who was murdered on October 7th, 2023, and whose body was recovered last week, was laid to rest.

'Disgraceful'

Israel slams IAGS over Gaza genocide allegation

Israel condemned the International Association of Genocide Scholars' resolution accusing it of genocide in Gaza, calling it a distortion based on Hamas propaganda.

Huckabee:

'Israel must decide how to bring back hostages, defeat Hamas'

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee visits school in Eshkol Region, supports efforts to bring hostages home. 'A lot of people are putting the pressure on Israel. The pressure needs to be directed at Hamas.'

Hamas' report - and Israel's response

Gaza Communications Ministry, controlled by Hamas, accuses IDF of 'crimes' against Gaza civilians.

IDF destroys antitank structure used to fire at Israeli forces

IDF forces continue targeted attacks on terror infrastructure throughout Gaza.

David D'Or:

'We did not break and we will not break'

'I'm proud to be Israeli, proud to be Jewish, proud to connect different religions, different ages and different opinions through this wonderful tool called music,' says David D'Or on the antisemitic attack during his performance in Poland.

Chief of Staff to Cabinet:

'You want blind obedience? Find someone else'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir fumes at Diplomatic-Security Cabinet meeting, urging, 'There's a deal on the table, we need to take it.'

After three months:

Kfir Brigade concludes operations in Gaza

Kfir Brigade's operations included elimination of dozens of terrorists, dismantling of approximately eight kilometers of underground tunnel routes, IDF says.

Pro-Israel group proposes:

Allow flotillas - if they evacuate Gazan refugees

Habithonistim movement calls on Israeli government to allow Barcelona flotilla to reach Gaza - so long as it takes some Gazans with it when it leaves.

Netanyahu to Cabinet ministers: Partial deal not on the table

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuses to hold vote on resolution opposing partial deal with Hamas, claiming such a deal is 'not on the table.'