Swords of Iron

Footage:

The weapons IDF forces found in the heart of Shejaiya

IDF's 7th Brigade operates in Shejaiya, locates weapons storage facility containing long-range rockets and explosives.

IDF destroys building where Sergeant Ori Itzchak Hadad fell

IDF locates underground weapons storage facility, uses drone to locate tunnel shaft in a residential Building.

Released hostage:

'I hope all the hostages experience rebirth like I did'

Almog Meir Jan, rescued from Gaza in Operation Arnon, speaks for the first time about his eight months in Hamas captivity.

IDF dismantles rocket launcher embedded in humanitarian area

Terrorist cell armed with RPGs was eliminated in Shejaiya; rocket launcher embedded by Hamas inside a humanitarian area in Deir Al-Balah was dismantled in a precise strike.

Austin, Gallant discuss 'threats from Iranian-backed groups'

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin speaks by phone with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, amid escalation in the north and talks on a ceasefire and hostage release deal.

Barrage on the north

Rocket hits home in Kiryat Shmona, two soldiers injured

Barrage of rockets fired from Lebanon towards northern Israel. Several rockets hit Kiryat Shmona, with one of them directly hitting a building and causing a fire. IDF says two soldiers were lightly injured, strikes Hezbollah targets in retaliation.

New UK Foreign Secretary:

'I back international efforts to secure Gaza ceasefire'

Britain's newly appointed Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, reiterates his support for international efforts to secure an "immediate ceasefire" in Gaza and for the release of remaining hostages.

Report:

Soldiers issued gear decades out of date

IDF soldiers have found that the gear issued by the army was made decades ago, and is no longer suited for the modern battlefield.

Mothers of hostages:

'Nine months without our children - Bring them home!'

In a powerful display of solidarity, mothers of hostages and thousands of supporters gathered at HaBima Square for the Mothers' Cry March to call for a prisoner exchange agreement.

Mother of hostage:

Release of hospital director a war crime

'While that monster was released, I sit at home and my heart goes out to my son, just to touch and feel a bit the baby I brought into the world.'

Terrorist eliminated 2 minutes after launching rocket at Nahal Oz

The IDF Spokesperson's Unit announced that since the start of IDF operational activity in the area of Shejaiya, IDF troops have eliminated approximately 100 terrorists, dismantled more than 100 terrorist infrastructure sites, and located large amounts of weapons.

Staff Sergeant Eyal Mimran fell in battle in northern Gaza

Staff Sergeant Eyal Mimran, 20, from Ness Ziona, a soldier from the 101st Battalion, the Paratroopers Brigade, fell during combat in northern Gaza.

Netanyahu on Hezbollah attacks: Whoever harms us will pay price

PM visits IAF operations center in the Kirya, addresses 'difficult campaign regarding Lebanon' created by Hezbollah's attacks.

Hamas official:

Israeli reports about hostage deal untrue

Basem Naim, a member of Hamas' diplomatic bureau, insists that in contrast to the reports, his organization demands that during the first stage, there will be a ceasefire between the sides.

Netanyahu to Biden:

'I will end the war only after its goals have been achieved'

Prime Minister Netanyahu congratulated the President and the American people on the occasion of US Independence Day. Biden replied: 'Without Israel, there would be no security for Jews in the world.'

Major (Res.) Itay Galea killed in rocket strike in north

Major Galea, 38, served as a Deputy Company Commander in the 8679th Unit, and was killed in a Hezbollah rocket attack.

Political source:

Netanyahu to dispatch team for more hostage talks

After reviewing Hamas's latest response, Israeli political echelon reportedly more optimistic that a deal to free the hostages can be reached.

Report:

IDF has control of 26% of Gaza

Haaretz report digs into how IDF has gained control of key areas in Gaza to prevent Hamas from moving its forces and recovering from its losses.

IAF strikes terrorists operating in UNRWA schools

IDF says Hamas terrorists used 2 schools in Gaza City area as hideouts from which its operatives planned, directed, and carried out numerous terror attacks against IDF troops operating in the Gaza Strip.

Ayelet Shaked:

Haredim who aren't studying Torah must enlist

Former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked says 'View of IDF as strong, smart army no longer works, we need many more soldiers and what we thought worked - simply does not work.'

Samaria leader to public:

Pray for recovery of seriously injured soldier

Samaria Council chief Yossi Dagan asks public to pray for recovery of Ro'i Sasson, a student at the Itamar Yeshiva who suffered life-threatening injuries in Gaza.

One seriously injured

200 rockets, 20 UAVs, fired towards northern Israel

For over an hour and a half, Hezbollah launched UAVs and rockets towards northern Israel, in response to Israel's elimination of a top terrorist.

Moving:

Injured soldier says 'Hagomel' blessing in home of fallen comrade

Nahal Brigade soldier Ro'i Hizmi, severely injured in Rafah, comforts fallen comrade's bereaved parents and recites Hagomel blessing in their home. Watch.

Brother of hostage:

'We were notified, Hamas says my brother is no longer alive'

Danny Elgarat, whose brother Itzik was taken hostage by Hamas, says he was notified by intelligence officers that according to the terror organization, his brother is dead.

Hostages' families demand immediate action this Independence Day

'As the United States celebrates its independence, we're reminded that freedom remains elusive for 120 hostages, including eight US citizens,' Hostages Families Forum says.

Hamas facing growing dissent in Gaza

Criticism within the Gaza Strip of Hamas is increasing on the streets and on social networks, with some calling to do everything for a ceasefire.

Dozens of terrorists eliminated, over 50 terror targets destroyed

IDF operational activity continues in Shejaiya, Rafah, and the central Gaza Strip, eliminating dozens of terrorists and destroying terror infrastructure.

Israeli source: We're on the brink of a deal with Hamas

Israel will evacuate Rafah Crossing, proposed deal allows Israel to return to fighting if Hamas violates conditions, reports say.

Report:

Government blocking seven tons of equipment for security forces

Multiple ministries are blocking the distribution of more than seven tons of donated equipment intended to benefit security forces and evacuees.

Cleared for publication:

Captain Roy Miller fell in battle in northern Gaza

Two soldiers from the Givati Brigade were seriously injured in the same incident and evacuated for medical treatment at a hospital.

Hamas:

'We view the talks in a positive spirit'

Hamas says its leader, Ismail Haniyeh, held talks with the Qatari and Egyptian mediators on a possible ceasefire and hostage release deal.

Armed terrorist eliminated in Jenin

Border Police officers, together with the Haruv Reconnaissance Unit, operate in Jenin to eliminate a terrorist who was involved in serious terrorist activity.

Mossad:

'We've received Hamas' response and are evaluating it'

The Prime Minister's Office stated that Israel is evaluating the remarks and will convey its reply to the mediators.

Islamic Jihad says it is worsening treatment of hostages

According to the al-Quds Brigades, the treatment of the Israeli hostages is directly affected by the treatment of the security prisoners and it will continue to get worse as long as the Israeli government continues its current policies.

Report: Just three people know where Yahya Sinwar is hiding

Sources tell Asharq Al-Awsat that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is up-to-date on war's developments, only a few people know his true location.

Over 50 terror targets destroyed in Shejaiya

IDF eliminates terror cells, destroys tunnel shafts and weapons as Paratroopers Brigade continues operational activities in Gaza terror hub.

'It'll take years to clear Gaza tunnels'

Brigadier General Avivi: We are fighting against a force equal in strength to ISIS at its peak, and we are doing so without a coalition that also fought for years until victory.

Deputy Hezbollah leader:

'We'll stop fighting Israel after a ceasefire in Gaza'

Hezbollah deputy leader Naim Qassem says that the only sure path to a ceasefire on the Lebanon-Israel border is a full ceasefire in Gaza.

Macron to Netanyahu:

'Prevent conflagration with Hezbollah in Lebanon'

French President speaks to Netanyahu, calls for diplomatic solution to end the conflict in Gaza.

Smotrich in Sderot:

'I will not be surprised if Sinwar agrees to a deal'

Minister of Finance during a visit to Sderot: History will not forgive those who stop the war at this stage.

Soldier arrested on suspicion of murdering captured terrorist

The soldier is accused of shooting a Nuhkba Force terrorist in the head after the terrorist was captured and interrogated.

Watch:

Soldiers blow Shofar before entering Rafah

Combat soldiers in the 932nd Battalion blew the Shofar before entering Rafah on Tuesday. 'Am Yisrael Chai, until victory,' the soldiers shouted.

Chief of Staff:

'900 terrorists from Hamas Rafah Brigade killed'

General Herzi Halevi visits logistics base in Gaza, says operation is taking time because Israel seeks to ensure no terror infrastructure is left, exhaust Hamas fighters.

Australia:

Jewish org. supports anti-Israel university students

Jewish Council of Australia states students are right to protest Israeli 'genocide' after schools announce disciplinary action. Americans for a Safe Israel chairman says Council has 'blood on their hands.'

Smart TVs join Home Front Command warning system

The new technology, developed in recent months by the Home Front Command and IT Division, enables smart TVs to also be used as warning signals.

NYT:

Israeli generals want ceasefire, clash with Netanyahu

PM again says war will only end after Israel fulfilled its goals in response to New York Times report stating IDF generals want to end the fighting even if it means leaving Hamas in power.

Nonprofits protest new customs reform aimed at cutting red tape

New regulations hinder donations of gear to Israeli soldiers, charities say.

'We've lost our minds'

Israel reconnects Gaza to electricity

A water desalination and sewage treatment facility will be operated in Gaza directly from the Israeli electricity grid. Smotrich: 'We've lost our minds completely. With our own hands, we are rehabilitating Gaza.'

Ben-Gvir:

'It's time to stop the spins'

Minister Ben-Gvir details the core of his dispute with ISA director Ronen Bar: 'He repeatedly convinced the Prime Minister that worsening the conditions of the terrorists would lead to escalation.'

Teacher at Maaleh Adumim Yeshiva severely injured in Gaza

Rabbi Yishai Engelman, a teacher at the Maaleh Adumim Yeshiva, suffered severe injuries in an explosion in central Gaza.

IDF:

Two soldiers killed in action in central Gaza

The IDF has cleared for publication the names of two additional soldiers killed in action in the central Gaza Strip region.

Terrorists advancing towards IDF forces in Rafah eliminated

IDF soldiers identify, ambush, an armed terrorist squad advancing in a vehicle toward them, eliminating the terrorists.

Report:

Hostages' families in deteriorating condition

Interviews conducted with the families reveal damages in a wide range of areas related to physical and mental health requiring significant treatment.

ISA vs. Ben-Gvir:

'Lies that never happened'

ISA officials categorically denied that the ISA director had threatened Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Blinken:

'We have yet to see Israel’s plans for post-war Gaza'

US Secretary of State says Washington told the Israelis to develop their own plans for Gazan reconstruction but "we’ve not seen enough of that".

Egypt does not agree to open the Rafah crossing

Senior Egyptian official says Egypt is adamant that the IDF must fully withdraw from the Palestinian Arab side of the Rafah crossing.

Sergeant Ori Itzchak Hadad laid to rest

Rabbi Zion Hadad eulogizes his son Sergeant Ori Itzchak, a student of the Hesder Yeshiva in Itamar, recalls their conversation the day before he fell: You sounded so great, you said 'everything is fine dad, thank God'. You were a special child, sweeter than honey.

Report:

New directive prohibits elimination of Hamas police officers

According to the opinion of the military prosecution, only members of the military wings of Hamas and Islamic Jihad can be targeted.

Netanyahu:

'We're approaching end of stage of eliminating Hamas army'

PM meets with Israel National Defense College cadets, says Israel will fight until the objectives of the war are achieved.

Netanyahu:

Release of Shifa director 'serious mistake & moral failure'

Shin Bet director to present PM with result into investigation into how the director of hospital where Israeli hostages were held and murdered was released back into Gaza.