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Moving:

Torah dedication march pauses to show solidarity for hostages

Members of the central synagogue in the Rehavia neighbourhood in Jerusalem paused a celebratory Torah dedication march at the hostages' families' protest encampment near the PM's residence to show solidarity and pray for their quick return.

Torah dedication march pauses to show solidarity for hostages

Terrorist responsible for killing 21 soldiers eliminated

Khalil Abd al-Nasser Muhammad Khatib, a cell commander in Hamas' Al Mawasi battalion who commanded the force that killed 21 soldiers in January 2024, was eliminated.

Terrorist responsible for killing 21 soldiers eliminated

Building where Staff Sgt. Danilo Mocanu was killed destroyed

IDF troops struck and dismantled the booby-trapped structure from which an explosive device was activated against IDF soldiers, an incident in which Staff Sergeant Danilo Mocanu fell during combat.

Building where Staff Sgt. Danilo Mocanu was killed destroyed

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Terrorists caught moving explosives in Gaza and eliminated

During combat operations in Gaza, terrorists transporting explosives were eliminated and a terror tunnel about 30 meters deep and about 700 meters long was destroyed.

Terrorists caught moving explosives in Gaza and eliminated

Israel to increase military pressure on Hamas

After Hamas responds to latest proposal from Trump envoy for a 60-day ceasefire and hostage deal with new demands that are far from the proposal, Israel prepares for further combat.

Israel to increase military pressure on Hamas

Defense Minister's threat to Hamas leaders

'Israel’s long arm will reach everyone involved in the October 7th massacre, wherever they are, until they are all dead.'

Defense Minister's threat to Hamas leaders

Hamas demands:

Seven-year ceasefire, full IDF withdrawal in latest proposal

Israeli official: Hamas’ response to ceasefire plan is 'a slammed door,' with demands far from Israel’s offer. Witkoff: Hamas' response 'totally unacceptable.'

Seven-year ceasefire, full IDF withdrawal in latest proposal

IDF eliminates Hamas weapons chief, foils terror plots in Gaza

In sweeping day of operations, IDF troops eliminate terrorists, dismantle explosives, and destroy Hamas infrastructure — including a top weapons manufacturing commander.

IDF eliminates Hamas weapons chief, foils terror plots in Gaza

US Congressmen to Arutz Sheva:

Gaza should be sovereign Israeli territory

US Reps. Andrew Clyde & Marlin Stutzman speak to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News during their Israel visit, part of a Congressional delegation. Both condemn Hamas and emphasize Israel's need for strength as well as Gaza's return to Israeli sovereignty.

Gaza should be sovereign Israeli territory

IDF and Shin Bet reveal:

Inside the underground hideout of Sinwar and Shabaneh

IDF and Shin Bet release footage of the underground strike beneath the European Hospital in Khan Yunis, in which Mohammed Sinwar and Mohammad Shabaneh were eliminated.

Inside the underground hideout of Sinwar and Shabaneh

IDF confirms:

Top Hamas military chief Mohammed Sinwar eliminated in airstrike

IDF confirms May 13 elimination of Mohammed Sinwar, head of Hamas’ military wing and key architect of the October 7th massacre, in a precision strike on an underground command center in Khan Yunis. Two senior commanders were also killed.

Top Hamas military chief Mohammed Sinwar eliminated in airstrike

Hamas responds to ceasefire proposal with conditions and demands

Hamas delivers conditional response to US envoy Steve Witkoff's truce plan, seeking phased hostage release and US pressure on Israel to comply.

Hamas responds to ceasefire proposal with conditions and demands

In homes and UNRWA bags

IDF finds weapons, explosives, and tunnel shafts

IDF troops in Gaza locate and dismantle extensive terrorist infrastructure, including over 800 explosive devices and dozens of tunnel shafts. Weapons found in residential homes and even inside UNRWA bags in a former school in Shejaiya.

IDF finds weapons, explosives, and tunnel shafts

Former hostage:

'I am proud that I chose life'

Former Hamas hostage Eli Sharabi launches his new book 'Kidnapped' in which he shares his difficult time in captivity, 'they demanded that we read the Quran, we refused; I am proud that I chose life.'

'I am proud that I chose life'

'He always wanted to serve':

Aunt of civilian killed in Gaza remembers his determination

Efrat Libi, aunt of 19-year-old David Libi who was killed in Gaza, recalls his lifelong dream to serve, his work as a contractor alongside the IDF, and the family's heartbreak.

Aunt of civilian killed in Gaza remembers his determination

Amb. Hotovely counters British slander:

'What future do you promise my children?'

In a fiery exchange, Israel's Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely challenges Piers Morgan on Hamas, war ethics, and global hypocrisy: 'Would you accept Hamas on your doorstep?'

'What future do you promise my children?'

Drone uncovers booby-trapped apartment - saving soldiers’ lives

Kfir forces eliminate terrorists, dismantle weapons sites and booby-trapped apartments in Khan Yunis.

Drone uncovers booby-trapped apartment - saving soldiers’ lives

Hostages' families block Gaza aid trucks in protest

Tzav 9 activists and hostages' families block humanitarian aid trucks at Kerem Shalom, demanding Israel stop supplies that benefit Hamas.

Hostages' families block Gaza aid trucks in protest

David Libi, killed in Gaza, won't be recognized as fallen soldier

Despite performing military duties and facing identical risks, 19-year-old David Libi will not be recognized as an IDF casualty due to his status as a civilian contractor.

David Libi, killed in Gaza, won't be recognized as fallen soldier

IDF intensifies offensive after evacuation warning

Heavy overnight strikes on northern Gaza following a rare IDF evacuation notice, as 162nd Division advances.

IDF intensifies offensive after evacuation warning

In southern Gaza

Soldier severely injured by stray bullet

A soldier in the 74th Armored Corps Battalion, 188th Brigade, severely injured in the southern Gaza Strip and evacuated to a hospital to receive medical treatment.

Soldier severely injured by stray bullet

Amid feud with parent company

Ben & Jerry's board accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza

Ben & Jerry's independent board escalates its feud with parent company Unilever, issuing a statement denouncing the Gaza conflict as "genocide."

Ben & Jerry's board accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza

Chilling:

David Libi, who was killed in Gaza, in video from his yeshiva

The Telem Yeshiva, where David Libi who was killed during an operation to destroy terror infrastructure in Gaza had studied, publishes footage of him singing.

David Libi, who was killed in Gaza, in video from his yeshiva

Netanyahu admits:

Hamas is still in power because of profits from humanitarian aid

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted to hostages' families that one of the two reasons that Hamas is still in power is its profits from the humanitarian aid.

Hamas is still in power because of profits from humanitarian aid

Netanyahu to hostages' families:

'Israel accepts Witkoff's new proposal'

PM says Israel agrees to US-backed deal but vows to keep fighting until all hostages return and Hamas is destroyed.

'Israel accepts Witkoff's new proposal'

Report:

This is what Steve Witkoff's latest ceasefire proposal looks like

According to Arabic media, the latest US proposal features a 60-day ceasefire in which 10 living hostages and 18 bodies would be returned in 2 phases during the first week.

This is what Steve Witkoff's latest ceasefire proposal looks like

US Envoy to UN:

Palestinian state recognition would reward Hamas terror

Acting US Alternate Representative John Kelley criticizes antisemitism, denounces Hamas, and outlines US support for aid mechanisms that bypass terrorist groups

Palestinian state recognition would reward Hamas terror

Cleared for publication:

David Libi, from Malachei Hashalom, fell in battle in Gaza

David Libi, a private contractor, was killed by an explosion while working to destroy terrorist infrastructure.

David Libi, from Malachei Hashalom, fell in battle in Gaza

IDF dismantles major terror tunnel in southern Gaza security zone

Southern Gaza Brigade and Yahalom Unit uncover and destroy booby-trapped tunnel with multiple shafts; dozens of terrorists eliminated as IDF expands buffer zone to protect Israeli communities.

IDF dismantles major terror tunnel in southern Gaza security zone

Footage from the field:

Nahal Brigade dismantles rocket launchers near Gaza school

As part of Operation 'Gideon's Chariots,' IDF troops eliminate terrorists, destroy long-range launchers hidden in civilian areas, including near a former school.

Nahal Brigade dismantles rocket launchers near Gaza school

US envoy deal: 9 living hostages, 60-day ceasefire, IDF withdraws

US envoy Steve Witkoff’s plan includes release of nine hostages, 18 bodies, IDF pullback, and UN-managed aid to Gaza during talks to end the war.

US envoy deal: 9 living hostages, 60-day ceasefire, IDF withdraws

Released Hostage:

'Terrorists were scared of Trump'

Released hostage Omer Shem Tov spoke about how Hamas terrorists were eager for Kamala Harris to win.

'Terrorists were scared of Trump'

'Israel Is doomed to disappear'

Iran’s top adviser meets Hamas, Islamic Jihad

Iran's Ali Akbar Velayati voices full support for the 'axis of resistance,' calling the Gaza war a 'historic Islamic victory.'

Iran’s top adviser meets Hamas, Islamic Jihad

Kerem Shalom Responder:

'We knew something was going to happen, where was the army?'

Roni Kisin, a member of the medical emergency team from Kerem Shalom, talks about the premonitions of the town before the massacre.

'We knew something was going to happen, where was the army?'

Ori Megidish recounts:

'I asked for signs from God - and received them'

The first hostage rescued from captivity, Ori Megidish, shares how her faith helped her survive and recalls the moment of her rescue when she shouted in Hebrew.

'I asked for signs from God - and received them'

Italy urges Israel to halt Gaza war, citing 'unacceptable forms'

Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani calls for an immediate halt to Israel's assault on the Gaza Strip, deeming its forms "absolutely dramatic and unacceptable."

Italy urges Israel to halt Gaza war, citing 'unacceptable forms'

No longer afraid?

Hundreds of Gazans raid Hamas flour storehouses

Hundreds of Gazans broke into Hamas's al-Ghafari storehouses and looted bags of flour.

Hundreds of Gazans raid Hamas flour storehouses

Witkoff:

We will send a new proposal for a deal, 'I have good feelings'

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff revealed that he will send a new proposal for a ceasefire and hostage deal later in the day to Israel and Hamas.

We will send a new proposal for a deal, 'I have good feelings'

'Disproportionate use of force'

EU continues to pick sides against Israel

Kaja Kallas denounces Israeli military actions and civilian conduct, calls for ceasefire and renewed aid to Gaza.

EU continues to pick sides against Israel

Hamas claims:

'We reached agreement with US envoy on ceasefire deal'

After receiving criticism from Steve Witkoff for its response to his proprosals, Hamas claims to have agreed with US mediators on a general framework for a deal that would see the release of 10 hostages.

'We reached agreement with US envoy on ceasefire deal'

Netanyahu confirms: Mohammed Sinwar was eliminated

During a heated Knesset debate initiated by the opposition, Prime Minister Netanyahu rejected claims of government failure, highlighting military gains and vowing to return all hostages while accusing rivals of undermining the war effort for political gain.

Netanyahu confirms: Mohammed Sinwar was eliminated

Herzog to world leaders:

Silence is complicity in Hamas’ crimes

Speaking at an international conference in Jerusalem, President Herzog called for a united global front to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas and to confront the escalating wave of antisemitism worldwide.

Silence is complicity in Hamas’ crimes

IDF takes out rocket launcher used to fire at Kissufim

IDF strikes in Gaza eliminate terrorists, destroy rocket launcher used against Kissufim, and target underground infrastructure, sniper, and anti-missile posts.

IDF takes out rocket launcher used to fire at Kissufim

Investigation:

Soldiers and civilians prevented disaster after IDF failed

The IDF has published the investigation into the battle of Kerem Shalom during the October 7th massacre.

Soldiers and civilians prevented disaster after IDF failed

Over Gaza

Germany shifts stance, threatens measures against Israel

Germany's foreign minister and chancellor issued their strongest rebuke yet against Israel, threatening unspecified measures and halting weapons exports used to violate humanitarian law in Gaza.

Germany shifts stance, threatens measures against Israel

Netanyahu at IHRA Conference:

'Israel fights civilization's war against barbarism'

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses the IHRA Conference, warning that antisemitism is a virulent disease threatening all free societies, not just Jews.

'Israel fights civilization's war against barbarism'

Reserve officer severely wounded by sniper fire in Gaza

A reserve officer in the 924th Engineering Corps Battalion, 10th Brigade, was severely wounded by sniper fire during combat in the northern Gaza Strip.

Reserve officer severely wounded by sniper fire in Gaza

Gaza Division Commander:

'If we don't kill the last Hamas leader, his people will'

Brigadier General Barak Hiram says Hamas's rule in Gaza is collapsing as it faces financial and leadership crises, which could lead to the people of Gaza overthrowing the terrorist regime themselves.

'If we don't kill the last Hamas leader, his people will'

President Herzog: ‘The people of Israel have simply had enough’

In Be’er Sheva address, President calls for hostage return, national unity, and rule of law on eve of war's 600th day.

President Herzog: ‘The people of Israel have simply had enough’

Report:

Civilians overrun, destroy Gaza aid distribution center

Thousands of Gazans broke into the aid distribution complex in Gaza; IDF fired warning shots to disperse the crowd and the American personnel withdrew.

Civilians overrun, destroy Gaza aid distribution center

Gazans begin receiving aid from distribution centers

2 centers in Tel al-Sultan and the Morag Corridor in the Rafah area began operating today and are distributing food packages to thousands of families in the Gaza Strip.

Gazans begin receiving aid from distribution centers

Milestone:

800th flight in strategic wartime logistics operation

Defense Ministry highlights critical role of international airlift in sustaining IDF operations, with over 90,000 tons of equipment delivered since war began.

800th flight in strategic wartime logistics operation

YAMAM Officers Recount:

'We were the last line of defense for the town'

The YAMAM officers who fought in the battle of Mefalsim during the October 7th massacre tell about the fight to stop the invasion and rescue the kibbutz residents.

'We were the last line of defense for the town'

Hostage Negotiations:

Deal stalled over number of hostages to be released

An Egyptian channel reported that the disagreements primarily revolve around the number of living Israeli hostages and the deceased to be released in the first week of the deal.

Deal stalled over number of hostages to be released

The Battle for Mefalsim on October 7th

A year-long operational investigation has unveiled the harrowing details of the battle around Kibbutz Mefalsim, the Black Arrow memorial, and Sha'ar Hanegev Junction during the October 7th massacre.

The Battle for Mefalsim on October 7th

Dozens of terrorists elimintated

36th Division leaves Rafah for Khan Yunis

IDF forces, including Golani, Armored, and Kfir Brigades, work alongside Yahalom troops to dismantle extensive terrorist networks and eliminate threats in the Gaza Strip’s Khan Yunis and Rafah areas.

36th Division leaves Rafah for Khan Yunis

Smotrich denies Lapid's claim Israel funding aid to Gaza

Finance Minister states, 'The State of Israel does not fund humanitarian aid for the citizens of Gaza. Period.'

Smotrich denies Lapid's claim Israel funding aid to Gaza

Witkoff denies Hamas has agreed to hostage-ceasefire deal

Steve Witkoff calls Hamas’ response “disappointing and unacceptable,” stressing Israel’s acceptance of a temporary ceasefire and hostage deal is still on the table.

Witkoff denies Hamas has agreed to hostage-ceasefire deal

Netanyahu:

Our enemies understand the destruction they brought on themselves

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a special government meeting to mark Jerusalem Day in the City of David. The government called for the removal of obstacles to the appointment of David Zini to lead the ISA.

Our enemies understand the destruction they brought on themselves

As fighting Intensifies:

IDF orders massive evacuation in southern Gaza

IDF calls on residents of Khan Yunis and surrounding areas to evacuate immediately amid unprecedented offensive targeting terrorist infrastructure.

IDF orders massive evacuation in southern Gaza