Swords of Iron

Disturbing figures:

Spike in IDF soldier suicides in 2025

IDF veterans call for urgent reforms as newly revealed data shows a sharp rise in suicides among IDF soldiers in 2025, double the figures from previous years.

3 senior Hamas security officials eliminated in Gaza

Barhoum Shahin, the Head of the Western Gaza District in the General Security Apparatus, and the terrorist Asham Tzartzur, the Head of Hamas' Government Emergency Committee in eastern Gaza, eliminated.

Saving 5 lives

Commander refused to use vehicle with malfunctioning system

A commander in a combat engineering unit saved the lives of his soldiers after insisting on not operating an armored vehicle with a malfunctioning 'Iron Fist' interception system.

Bereaved mother:

Moishy's legacy is - don't give up, look at what unites us

Miriam Noll remembers her son, Staff Sergeant Moshe Shmuel Noll, as a joyful soul who overcame learning disabilities and chose to serve with pride, unity, and unwavering dedication.

Freed hostage's account:

'No human should live like that'

In an interview with CNN, released hostage Or Levy recounts 491 days of brutal captivity, the agony of losing his wife, and the power of focusing on his son for survival.

Netanyahu mourns victims of Gaza church attack, IDF investigates

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expresses deep regret over missile hitting Gaza's Holy Family Church, leading to casualties, stressing Israel’s commitment to protecting civilians and holy sites.

IDF eliminates Hamas commanders who participated in massacre

IDF and Shin Bet reveal that they eliminated Jabaliya Battalion Iyad Nasr, as well as two other terrorists who infiltrated Israel and participated in Hamas’ brutal massacre on October 7th.

Footage from northern Gaza:

IDF destroys terror tunnel 18 meters underground

IDF troops eliminate RPG cell, dismantle terror tunnel and weapons sites in northern Gaza as operations continue to protect Israeli civilians, says military.

IDF reveals:

This is what Hamas's Gaza commander looks like today

IDF Arabic Language Spokesman publishes updated photo of the commander of Hamas's Gaza Brigade.

Piers Morgan attacks Daniella Weiss

British television host Piers Morgan launched a verbal assault on Daniella Weiss, leader of the Nachala movement, during a contentious interview focused on the war in Gaza.

Report:

Hamas agrees to new withdrawal map proposed by Israel

Egyptian report: Hamas has agreed to a new withdrawal map presented by Israel, which includes a withdrawal from the Morag Corridor and limited IDF deployment. Negotiations expected to focus on framework for releasing hostages.

Egypt opposes Israel's ‘tent city’ plan

An Egyptian source says Israel's plan to establish a “humanitarian city” in Rafah is likely to fail due to political and logistical obstacles.

President Herzog:

Israel will not stand idly by amid threats from Syria

President reaffirms security commitments amid Syrian tensions and calls for calm and lawful conduct.

Chief of Staff in Gaza:

We control 75% of the Gaza Strip, we are approaching a crossroads

During a field tour in northern Gaza, IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir vowed to dismantle Hamas and warned of intensified operations should hostage deal efforts fail.

Senior political source: Optimism for hostage deal

A senior political official expressed optimism today about the possibility that Israel will soon reach a deal to release hostages with the terrorist organization Hamas.

Satellite analysis:

70% of Gaza buildings destroyed or rendered uninhabitable

A Hebrew University expert says satellite images reveal that around 70% of Gaza's buildings have been destroyed or severely damaged, with Rafah seeing nearly 90% destruction.

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Terrorists eliminated minutes after firing missile at troops

In northern Gaza, terrorists fired an anti-tank missile at a tank. Within minutes, the troops struck and eliminated the terrorists.

Footage from Gaza: IDF clears key corridor in Khan Yunis

In coordinated effort, 188th Armored Brigade and Golani Brigade complete opening of the strategic Magen Oz Corridor in Khan Yunis, eliminating dozens of terrorists and dismantling key Hamas infrastructure.

'Significant progress'

Netanyahu softens stance on IDF withdrawal

Senior officials claim that the Prime Minister has approved additional flexibility on the issue of IDF withdrawal from Gaza, but won't commit to ending war at end of 60-day ceasefire.

Deputy Battalion Commander:

'The enemy is becoming bolder, we are using heavy fire'

Reserve Lt. Col. Y., Deputy Battalion Commander, speaks from the Beit Hanoun area: 'The mission is clear, every night we carry it out.'

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Explosives site, launchers, tunnels in Beit Hanoun dismantled

Reservists located an explosives site and an IAF craft attacked and destroyed the site in northern Gaza.

IDF investigation reveals tank was not hit by missile or bomb

Preliminary IDF investigation into the deadly incident in Jabalya, confirms that the explosion in the tank was caused by a shell igniting in the turret shortly after firing.

Hindy Shrem parts from her son:

'I am bleeding and my heart's on fire'

Hundreds paid final respects to Sergeant Shlomo Yakir Shrem, who fell in battle in Gaza.

'Everything Is Easy':

Fallen soldier followed POW father into Armored Corps

Fallen IDF soldier Shoham Menachem from Yardena, who was killed in action in Gaza, enlisted in the Armored Corps to follow in the footsteps of his father - a POW from the Yom Kippur War.

In photos:

IDF troops reach destroyed Jewish community of Shalev

Photos obtained by Arutz Sheva show the remains of Shalev, a Jewish community that was uprooted in the disengagement from Gaza.

Surprised But Valiant:

IDF publishes investigation into battle at Southern R&D base

The operational investigation into the battle at the Southern Research and Development Base during the October 7th massacre has been completed and its findings were presented to the bereaved families.

400,000 missing people in Gaza? Not what Harvard said

Recent social media posts supposedly backed by a Harvard report claim that 400,000 people are missing in Gaza; however, those claims are far from the truth.

Netanyahu on fallen soldiers:

'Their sacrifice will be remembered for eternity'

Prime Minister Netanyahu expresses condolences for the loss of three IDF soldiers who fell in the Gaza Strip.

3 soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

Staff Sergeant Shoham Menahem, Sergeant Shlomo Yakir Shrem, and Sergeant Yuliy Fakto killed in action in Gaza, the IDF announces

Emily Damari

'May there be more good news' after captor eliminated

Hamas captivity survivor reacts to the elimination of the terrorist who held her captive, reveals he lied about a ceasefire to give her false hope.

Battalion Commander in Gaza:

'The soldiers are ready to sacrifice everything for victory'

The commander of the IDF's 420th Battalion spoke to Arutz Sheva about the challenges his soldiers are facing and their intense determination to defeat Hamas.

BBC apologizes for bias against Israel - again

BBC admitted a journalistic failure in its investigation into the lives of children in Gaza.

IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist who held Emily Damari hostage

Muhammad Nasr Ali Quneita, a terrorist in Hamas' Al-Furqan Battalions' military intelligence, who infiltrated Israel during the October 7th massacre, was eliminated.

Ben Gvir slams humanitarian city plan:

'Political spin doesn't replace complete victory'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticizes proposal to establish a humanitarian city in Gaza, calling it a diversion from negotiations for hostages' release.

IDF strikes in Jabaliya, eliminating over 100 Hamas terrorists

Over 100 terrorists eliminated through unique combat methods as Multidimensional Unit operates in Jabaliya area.

Terrorists responsible for Jerusalem, Dotan attacks eliminated

Shin Bet, IDF, eliminate terrorists involved in murders of Haim Karman and Sgt. Ehud Tal in the 1990s, after the terrorists returned to terror following release in 2011's 'Shalit deal.'

Israel upgrades food aid to Gaza residents amid complaints

Israel upgrades food aid to Gaza, including cookies and chocolate, while soldiers secure access routes to distribution centers, preventing them from carrying out proactive strikes against Hamas.

Netanyahu seeks accelerated construction of humanitarian city

PM Netanyahu discusses the timeline for the "humanitarian city," expected to cost billions and take over a year to complete and emphasizes the potential for resumed military action if needed.

'Stop aid to the enemy'

Reservist injured during aid convoy protest

Dozens, including hostage families, block Allenby Crossing in protest of Gaza-bound aid trucks.

Olmert:

'Gaza humanitarian city is a concentration camp'

Former PM Olmert continues his criticism of Israel in international media, condemns the proposed Gaza "humanitarian city" as a "concentration camp" and warns of "ethnic cleansing".

IDF rescues collaborators from collapsed building in Gaza

The IDF rescued Gazan collaborators who were injured during an operation. They were evacuated by helicopter and received medical treatment in Israel.

After Hamas rejects US offer:

Israel considers changes to ceasefire proposal

Sources say Israel exploring changes to ceasefire and prisoner swap proposal, with Hamas expressing willingness to return to the Qatari plan.

Egypt rejects Israel’s Gaza plan, threatens to dump peace treaty

Egyptian official expresses strong opposition to Israel’s military redeployment plan in Gaza, claiming significant threat to Egypt’s security and warning it may endanger peace agreement.

IDF eliminates commanders seeking to rebuild Hamas, Islamic Jihad

Over the last 2 weeks, the IDF and ISA eliminated senior commanders in the military arms of Hamas and Islamic Jihad, who worked to restore the organizations' military capabilities.

Netanyahu

'We accepted the Witkoff deal, Hamas rejected it'

PM Netanyahu dismissed accusations that Israel is refusing a hostage deal. 'Hamas wants to stay in Gaza so they can rearm and attack us again and again.'

Arab influencer

'Gaza's children suffer because of Hamas'

Ali Shaaban, a well-known Arab-Israeli influencer, responds to criticism he is 'silent' about the suffering of children in Gaza. 'I do speak about it, but sometimes the truth hurts.'

Terrorist who attempted to attack troops in Gaza eliminated

IDF forces intensify operations across Gaza, eliminating terrorists and dismantling rocket launchers, tunnels, and weapons sites amid heavy airstrikes.

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Terrorists who launched antitank missiles at troops eliminated

7th Brigade troops eliminated two terrorists who launched antitank missiles at IDF forces in the Gaza City area.

Hamas forces grow increasingly bold against Israeli troops

A new video from Gaza shows a terrorist charging an Israeli tank with an IED - and escaping unscathed.

Amid stalemate:

Israel to present new Gaza withdrawal maps in Qatar talks

Israel set to present new maps outlining IDF withdrawal plans during Qatar negotiations, gap remains over the scope of IDF withdrawal from Gaza.

Simcha Goldin at Hostages Square: We do not despair

Simcha Goldin, father of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, who was killed and abducted in 2014, marks son's 4,000th day in Hamas captivity at Hostages Square demonstration.

Hamas rejects Qatari proposal, blocking 60-day ceasefire and deal

Political source reveals Hamas’ rejection of Qatari proposal prevented a 60-day ceasefire and agreement, says Hamas continuing to harden its stance, disrupt negotiations.

PM’s Office slams NYT piece, defends Netanyahu’s bold leadership

Prime Minister’s Office rejects claims in NYT article, affirming Netanyahu's decisive leadership in Israel's military successes and emphasizing role in hostage deals and critical actions against Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran.

Freed hostage Eli Sharabi:

President Trump, being in those tunnels is hell

Hamas captivity survivor Eli Sharabi speaks at Hostages Square demonstration, calls on US President Donald Trump to do everything to free remaining hostages. 'Window of opportunity is open - and it won't be for long.'

IDF and IAF strike Hamas in Gaza, dismantle key terror sites

IDF troops and IAF continue intense operations in Gaza, dismantling Hamas and Islamic Jihad infrastructure, and eliminating dozens of terrorists; over 250 terror targets struck in just 48 hours.

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Six senior Hamas naval commandos eliminated in joint operations

The IDF announced that the eliminated terrorists had advanced maritime terror operations during the Swords of Iron war, targeting Israeli civilians and security forces.

Father of hostage warns:

Hostages left behind in Gaza face greater danger

Zvika Mor, father of hostage Eitan Mor, criticizes Israel’s handling of hostage negotiations, warns partial deal will endanger those left behind.

Journalist:

Hamas' methods have not changed, IDF isn't learning lessons

Channel 12's Almog Boker condemns IDF for not implementing lessons from recent Gaza incidents, highlights ongoing security gaps that put soldiers at risk.

Key terrorists in Islamic Jihad's Shejaiya sector eliminated

Fadl Abu al-Ata, commander of Islamic Jihad's Shejaiya sector, and key explosives expert Hamed Kamel Abd al-Aziz Iyad, eliminated in Gaza.

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IDF eliminates terror cell in Khan Yunis

The IDF has released footage of the elimination of an armed terrorist cell that approached Israeli forces in Gaza and posed a threat to them.