Swords of Iron

National Day of Mourning:

Flag lowered to half-mast at the Western Wall

Today, at the Western Wall plaza, the National Day of Mourning for the fallen of the Swords of Iron war began with the lowering of the flag to half-mast.

IDF bombs weapon maintenance facility in Beirut

The attack is part of a series of bombings last night against both Lebanon and Gaza.

Harris to anti-Israel protester:

'We must end that war'

Democratic presidential nominee responds when interrupted by pro-Palestinian Arab protester during a campaign stop in Michigan: We must end the war and bring the hostages home, but now I am speaking about 2024.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'Our existence is ensured by the acts of heroism of the fallen'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi publishes an order of the day on the Memorial Day for the victims of the Swords of Iron War: This war of a nation seeking to be free in its land comes at a heavy cost.

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IDF commander recites 'hagomel' blessing after leaving Jabaliya

Brigade 460 commander recites 'hagomel' blessing thanking G-d for saving his life after brigade exits Jabaliya in Gaza following extended fighting.

Gaza:

Three tank commanders course cadets confirmed killed in action

The IDF has announced that three soldiers from the 196th Battalion's Tank Commanders Course, 460th Brigade, have been killed in action in Gaza.

One Year of War:

1,590 bereaved parents, 306 widows, 645 orphans

More than 5,200 family members have been bereaved, including approximately 1,590 bereaved parents, 306 widows, 645 orphans, and over 2,730 bereaved siblings.

Also an UNRWA employee

Nukhba commander who took part in 10/7 massacre eliminated

Mohammad Abu Itiwi, a Nukhba commander in the Al Bureij Battalion of Hamas' Central Camps Brigade who was employed by UNRWA since 2022 and led the attack on the Re'im bomb shelter, eliminated.

No sirens:

These are the areas with no sirens since start of war

A survey conducted recently reveals five areas in the south where not one alarm has been heard since the outbreak of the war.

Watch:

'For the sake of our brothers,' with hostage families

Hundreds join 'Quiet Hakafot' at the Sha'ar HaNegev junction, led by hostage families.

The farewell letter Major Assaf left for his mother

Body of Assaf, an Air Force former combat navigator, was found in a field near Atlit, next to his personal gun. His mother said he suffered from PTSD.

Chief of Staff:

'Sinwar's elimination wasn't planned, but it wasn't by chance'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, toured the Jabaliya area in the Gaza Strip and conducted a situational assessment with the Commanding Officer of the Southern Command.

Hezbollah fires four rockets towards central Israel

IDF says two projectiles were intercepted by the IAF. Fragments of intercepted rocket fall in Herzliya, while a third falls in Palestinian Arab city of Qalqilya.

IDF exposes:

6 Al Jazeera journalists were Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists

The IDF has disclosed intelligence information and numerous documents found in the Gaza Strip confirming the military affiliation of six Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza with Hamas and the Islamic Jihad terrorist organizations.

Blinken:

'Now is time to end war and bring the hostages home'

US Secretary of State calls on Israel to end war following elimination of Yahya Sinwar, allow evem more aid into Gaza as he ends his visit to the Jewish State.

IAF intercepts three UAVs fired from the east

IAF intercepts UAV that was launched from the east in Syrian space. Earlier. two UAVs were intercepted in the Eilat area.

Hamas compares the situation in Gaza to the Holocaust

In a statement that implies distress, Hamas calls on every possible factor to exert pressure on the international community to bring about an end to the war.

US official:

'Aid to Gaza was prominent in Blinken's meetings in Israel'

Senior US administration official says Blinken “went through in detail” the letter he sent to the Israeli government, in which he warned that US weapon shipments to Israel could be affected if Israel fails to make improvements in Gaza within 30 days.

IDF confirms:

Body of Nasrallah's successor found in Beirut

Hezbollah leader's successor, Hashem Safieddine, was eliminated in a strike in the Dahieh suburb of Beirut about three weeks ago, along with the intelligence chief of Hezbollah.

Herzog to Blinken:

'We must take all the steps to eradicate Hezbollah's abilities'

Herzog noted that he was moved to see the Secretary of State meet with the families of the hostages.

Gallant to Blinken:

'Even after operation ends - we'll continue to strike Hezbollah'

Defense Minister Gallant met with the US Secretary of State and highlighted the importance of the US standing with Israel following Israel’s attack on Iran.

Blinken to Netanyahu:

'Capitalize on Sinwar's elimination to bring hostages home'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed the war in Gaza and Lebanon, the Iranian threat, the Hezbollah strike on Netanyahu's home, and the governmental structure in Gaza after the war.

Rachel Goldberg-Polin:

An unbelievable journey with Hersh, we miss and love him

Special Sukkot interview with Rachel Goldberg-Polin, mother of Hersh who was murdered in captivity. 'There's a time to mourn, to weep, and there's a time for joy - we need to be sensitive.'

S. Command commander:

'Operations led by Col. Ahsan Daxa led to Sinwar's elimination'

MG Finkelman spoke about the late Commanding Officer of the 401st Brigade COL Ahsan Daxa's leadership, the significance of leading from the front, the operational achievements in the Jabaliya area, and the combat developments.

In a Gaza school:

18 Hamas, Islamic Jihad terrorists eliminated in joint IDF-ISA op

In a joint IDF and ISA operation, 18 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists are eliminated in a command and control center operating out of a Gaza school.

Watch: Gazans continue fleeing from Jabaliya

'Tens of thousands of Palestinians continue to evacuate Jabaliya, Hamas terrorists are trying to hide among them, and are being arrested,' IDF Arabic spokesman says.

Yishai Mann fell while serving near Gaza

Staff Sergeant Yishai Mann, 21, of Mitzpe Yericho, fell in an operational accident near Gaza. He is survived by his parents and three siblings.

Rocket explodes in Samaria

20 rockets launched in barrage on northern and central Israel

Explosions heard in Tel Aviv, Ra'anana, following sirens in central Israel. Earlier, sirens were sounded in the Golan Heights and the Upper Galilee due to a suspected infiltration of a hostile aircraft.

War in Lebanon:

Command centers struck, 15 terrorists eliminated

IDF eliminates dozens of terrorists, strikes over 230 Hezbollah targets, including three Hezbollah command centers.

'Intensive discussions'

Blinken takes off for Israel

US Secretary of State making his tenth visit to Israel since October 7, 2023: On my way to Israel for intensive discussions about the importance of ending the war in Gaza, returning the hostages to their families, and alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people.

Harris on MSNBC:

'The number of innocents killed in Gaza is unconscionable'

US Vice President Kamala Harris tells MSNBC's Al Sharpton that the elimination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar removed an obstacle to a ceasefire but "we've got to work at it".

'The target of our missiles'

The threatening message received by Haifa Port workers

Workers at the Port of Haifa and other civilians receive message saying that the port would be the target of a missile attack and the workers are being given the opportunity to leave the place.

US Sec. of Defense:

THAAD anti-missile system 'in place' in Israel

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin noted that the US could put the system into operation very quickly and added: 'We're on pace with our expectations.'

Hamas leader: We're working to end Israel's aggression

Khaled Masha'al, Hamas leader abroad, promises Gaza residents that the terror group will work to keep fighting Israel - in any way possible.

Israeli official:

'Qatar has become more significant in the negotiations'

Israeli source says that after Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's death, Qatar holds the keys to a prisoner swap deal and the ability to pressure Hamas.

Brother of fallen Colonel:

'He was always 1st on the battlefield, that's why he died there'

Those close to 401st Brigade Commander Colonel Ehsan Daxa remember him as a humble man who always led the charge.

Report:

Sinwar received offer to leave Gaza at the start of the war

The Wall Street Journal reveals new details about the period in which Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar fled from the IDF, and his behavior in the period leading up to his death.

Operations in Lebanon and Gaza

Hezbollah cell that launched missiles into Israel eliminated

The IAF struck dozens of launchers that were aimed toward the Israeli home front. In Gaza IDF soldiers eliminated dozens of terrorists.

UNIFIL again levels accusations at Israel

UNIFIL claims that the IDF demolished a watchtower and a fence in southern Lebanon: The IDF has deliberately damaged UN positions.

IDF intercepts two UAVs fired from the east

IAF intercepts two UAVs that were approaching Israeli territory from the east in two different instances. Pro-Iranian militias in Iraq claim they attacked a "vital target" in the Jordan Valley.

Revealed:

This is the warning the ISA sent on the night before the massacre

At 2:58 a.m. on the morning of October 7, the ISA sent out a warning that Hamas terrorists had activated the SIM cards placed in their phones.

Defense Min. mourns fallen colonel:

'State of Israel lost a bold and courageous commander'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant mourns Colonel Ehsan Daxa, 401st Brigade Commander who fell in battle in Gaza: 'Ehsan was a role model and a source of pride for his troops and commanders.'

Footage reveals:

This is the building where Yahya Sinwar was killed

Brigade commander who identified Yahya Sinwar's body recalls: 'We spoke among ourselves, saying, 'Wow, he looks like Sinwar,' we didn't believe it.'

Commander of IDF's 401st Brigade fell in Gaza

Daliyat al-Karmel Council head announces death of 401st Brigade commander, Colonel Ehsan Daxa, in Jabaliya. 'A hero, brave, and a fighter who became a legend.'

Injured in Gaza by sniper fire:

Haredi soldier Haim Treitel in stable condition after Gaza injury

Family of Haim Treitel, a haredi soldier injured by sniper fire in Gaza, asks the public to pray for his recovery. 'A sniper fired at him and missed.'

Cash for info on hostages

'I'm swamped with messages, some are being checked'

SodaStream founder and former CEO Daniel Birnbaum explains what is behind the idea to give $100,000 to any Palestinian who helps lead to the release of the hostages

In three areas:

Up-close view of ground operations in Gaza

The IDF published footage from operations in various areas in the Gaza Strip, including Jabaliya, central Gaza, and Rafah.

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The Israeli doctor who saved Sinwar's life

One of the doctors who performed life-saving surgery on Yahya Sinwar while the Hamas leader served time in Israeli prison looks back at the experience.

Security Cabinet to meet today

'Strike on Iran in the coming days'

The cabinet will discuss the retaliation for the Iranian missile attack as well as a plan to use an American security company to oversee humanitarian aid in northern Gaza.

House Speaker Johnson:

'Netanyahu is in good spirits and undeterred'

House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks to Netanyahu after Hezbollah fired a UAV at his private home: It is vital that the Biden-Harris Administration stop slow-walking needed weapons to Israel.

IDF responds

Hamas claims dozens killed in Israeli strike in Gaza

IDF Spokesperson's Unit responds to Hamas claims that 80 people were killed in an Israeli strike in Beit Lahiya: The numbers are exaggerated, Hamas has been proven to be sorely unreliable.

'It's real'

Harris appears to agree Israel is committing genocide

At a campaign stop at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, US Vice President Harris appeared to publicly agree with a protester who interrupted her to accuse Israel of committing genocide: What he’s talking about, it’s real.

IDF spokesman:

Sinwar has been eliminated, but our mission is not over

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari notes Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar sent his soldiers to massacre Israeli civilians, as Sinwar and his family hid safely underground.

Gallant to Austin:

Israel committed to mitigating harm to UNIFIL

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant speaks with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, stressing Israel's commitment to avoiding harm to Lebanese civilians, UNIFIL, and the elimination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.

Canadian professor calls for investigation into murder of Sinwar

Heidi Matthews, specializing in international criminal law, claims there is reasonable suspicion that Israel murdered Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.

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Footage shows Yahya Sinwar on the night before the massacre

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari reveals footage showing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar preparing for a lengthy stay in Gaza's tunnels, on the night before the October 7 massacre.

IDF: Ofer and Elishai fell in northern Gaza

Staff Sergeant Ofir Berkovich, 20, and Sergeant Elishai Young, 19, fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip. Two soldiers severely injured in Gaza and Lebanon.

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This is the tank shell that killed Sinwar

The IDF has published new footage from what started out as a routine engagement and ended in the elimination of Yahya Sinwar.

Amit Segal:

'Gazans can only blame themselves for what Gaza has become'

Senior journalist Amit Segal rebuffs criticism of Israel over the state of Gaza.

Sinwar's body transferred to secret location following autopsy

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar weighed around 70 kilograms at the time of his death; his corpse is expected to be used as a bargaining chip in negotiations for hostages' release.