Swords of Iron

Hamas sets conditions for the return of hostages deal

Hamas demands cessation of fighting, total withdrawal of the IDF from the Gaza Strip, lifting of the siege, rebuilding of the Gaza Strip, and implementation of a "respectable" exchange deal.

Israel: No ceasefire without a deal

'Yahya Sinwar is trying to create a ceasefire by force, and it will not happen,' official familiar with prisoner swap negotiations tells Ynet.

After 20 days, IDF forces exit Jabaliya

After rescuing the bodies of seven hostages and destroying 10 kilometers of terror tunnels, IDF forces exit Jabaliya.

Footage from Gaza:

Commando units join fighting in central Gaza

IDF troops continue operational activities throughout the Gaza Strip, including the areas of Rafah and eastern Jabaliya.

US, Egypt and Israel to discuss Rafah crossing

White House to hold a trilateral meeting in Cairo next week to discuss the reopening of the Rafah crossing, reports Axios.

Cleared for publication:

Two soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

Adar Gavriel, 24, from Caesarea, fell in battle in the northern Gaza Strip. Yehonatan Elias, 20, from Jerusalem, fell in battle in the southern Gaza Strip. One soldier was seriously injured.

Israeli officials believe:

Hamas not interested in moving forward with the talks

Hamas publishes official statement saying that a deal for the release of hostages would only be possible if the war in Gaza is completely stopped.

'There won't be a deal'

The difficult conversation between hostage families and NSC Chief

National Security Council Director Tzachi Hanegbi explained to family members of hostages that the government can not give in to Hamas' demand to end the war.

IDF destroys tunnel where bodies of hostages were found

After the bodies of Shani Louk, Amit Buskila, Ron Benjamin, Yitzchak Gelernter, Hanan Yablonka, Michel Nisenbaum, and Orion Hernandez were found in a tunnel in Jabaliya, the IDF destroyed the entrances to the tunnel.

Concerning survey:

Majority of Jews concerned about safety at NYC pro-Israel parade

64 percent planning on attending the Israel Day on Fifth parade are ‘very’ or ‘somewhat’ concerned; only one in five who attended in the past plan on going this year.

PM Netanyahu in French:

'Our victory is the victory of Judeo-Christian civilization'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with the French TF1 network in an interview that will be aired on Thursday evening.

IDF reveals:

Explosion that killed 3 soldiers occured next to UNRWA school

An IDF force entered a UNRWA complex which consists of a school, a mosque, and a medical clinic in response to terrorist antitank fire. While searching the clinic, an explosive device planted by the terrorists detonated killing three soldiers.

Just weeks apart:

Grandparents who lost two grandchildren in battles in Gaza

Yedidya Azougi, who was killed in action yesterday in Gaza, is the second grandchild of Ninet and Moshe Levy who died in the war. Two and a half weeks ago, they lost their grandson Sgt. Daniel Levy.

'We miss you'

Family holds birthday party for hostage - at Gaza border crossing

Zvika Mor, father of hostage Eitan Mor, who is held in Gaza, celebrates his son's birthday at the Kerem Shalom Crossing, asks truck drivers to bring food to his son.

Report:

Egypt banking on Israeli internal pressure forcing a ceasefire

Egypt does not believe Israel is interested in ending the war, has proposals which will increase diplomatic pressure on Israel, Al Akhbar report says.

Circumcision ceremony held for fallen soldier's newborn son

Family of fallen reservist Rabbi Na'aman Eshchar holds circumcision ceremony for his newborn son.

IDF intercepts cruise missile launched from Iraq

IDF confirms: Siren in Golan Heights was activated by cruise missile entering Israel from the east.

IDF takes out terror cell which fired at Israeli forces

In encounter with terrorist operatives in the area, three terrorists who fired toward IDF troops are identified and struck by the IAF.

Chicago day school organizes special trip to Israel

How this Jewish Chicago day school pulled off a last-minute, multi-generational Israel service trip.

Cleared for publication:

Two soldiers murdered in attack near Shechem

IDF also confirms that Staff sergeant Yedidya Azugi fell in battle in Gaza. Three soldiers seriously injured.

Blinken:

'Israel must come up with a post-war plan for Gaza'

US Secretary of State warns that the absence of a post-war plan could trigger lawlessness, chaos and a comeback by Hamas.

'A huge blow to the town'

Staff Sergeant Yedidya Azugi fell in Gaza

Sergeant Yedidia Azugi, 22, from the town of Revava in Samaria, was killed in battle in Gaza. He is survived by his parents, Dalia and Eliyahu, and five brothers and sisters.

IDF spokesman reveals:

Terror tunnel spanning 1.5 kilometers destroyed in Rafah

IDF locates, destroys 1.5-kilometer long tunnel route in eastern Rafah containing dozens of antitank missiles and weapons.

Gallant to Hezbollah:

Nasrallah dragging Lebanon to war - and civilians will pay for it

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant presents photos of eliminated Hezbollah commanders, warns that fighting will escalate if Hezbollah continues its attacks.

Netanyahu to Haley:

'Our victory is your victory'

The Prime Minister thanked the former US Ambassador to the UN for her support of the State of Israel, 'especially at this time.'

Chief of Staff in Rafah:

Dismantling Hamas is Israel's national mission

IDF Chief of Staff visits Rafah, stresses: 'Completely dismantling Hamas is a national mission of the State of Israel, we will bring Hamas to very low points.'

MK Bismuth to Arutz Sheva:

'You know why we respect humanitarian law? Because we're Israel'

MK Boaz Bismuth spoke with Arutz Sheva about his upcoming trip to the US and explained why the war is longer than past wars.

IDF:

We have full control of the Philadelphi Corridor

IDF soldiers locate 20 tunnels crossing from Gaza into Egypt, and another 82 tunnel shafts near the Philadelphi Corridor.

National Security Council chief:

Expect another seven months of fighting

Claims that PM Netanyahu is preventing a prisoner swap deal are 'political manipulations,' National Security Council chief Tzachi Hanegbi says.

Armed terrorist observed soldiers - and was killed

IDF troops in Jabaliya locate weapons near a mosque, raid rocket launching facilities and eliminate a terrorist armed with an RPG.

Female soldier:

'Girls forced to harm themselves to not guard Nukhba terrorists'

Reservist soldier from Education Corps says she was forced to accept reassignment to prison to guard terrorists who committed October 7 massacre despite document from psychiatrist.

Three Nahal Brigade soldiers fell in battle in Gaza

Staff sergeant Amir Galilove, Staff sergeant Uri Bar Or, and Staff sergeant Ido Appel killed in battle in Gaza.

US foreign policy expert:

'Most important thing' Israel did was defy US pressure on Rafah

American foreign relations expert Mike Doran says no one would ever negotiate directly with Israel if the Jewish State acted as just an extension of American policy.

John Kirby:

'Israel's strike in Rafah didn't cross Biden's red line'

White House National Security Council spokesperson tells reporters Washington hasn't yet seen a major Israeli ground operation in Rafah.

Off the coast of Rosh Hanikra

IDF intercepts suspicious aerial target

IAF fighter jets strike military structure in which Hezbollah terrorists were operating, as well as Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure.

Algeria circulates UN resolution calling for end to Rafah op.

The UN Security Council resolution demands an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and calls for the immediate release of all hostages taken during on Oct. 7.

Mexico seeks to intervene in ICJ case against Israel

International Court of Justice announces that Mexico has filed a “declaration of intervention” in the case brought by South Africa against Israel.

Israel still issuing work permits to Judea and Samaria Arabs

Thousands of workers are "taking advantage" of the work permits for illegal entry into Israel, through gaps in the fence. Defense official: This is a failure that will blow up in our faces.

Dua Lipa blasts Israel:

'Burning children alive can never be justified'

Pop star Dua Lipa accuses Israel of “genocide” in Gaza while calling for a ceasefire in the war against Hamas: The whole world is mobilizing to stop the Israeli genocide.

Watch:

Gazans admit Rafah blast caused by Hamas munitions

IDF releases recording of conversation between 2 Gazans saying deadly blast on Sunday was caused by a Hamas ammunition warehouse.

Likud MKs demand:

'Netanyahu, don't give up control of Rafah Crossing'

12 Likud ministers and MKs write to PM criticizing plan to turn over control of the Rafah Crossing to local Gazans. 'There is no victory without control.'

IDF refutes allegations of new strike on Rafah evacuees

IDF says accusations 20 were killed in an airstrike on the Al-Mawasi area where Rafah evacuees gathered are false.

Watch:

French parliament member waved Palestine flag and debate stopped

During a debate on the IDF strikes in Rafah, French member of parliament Sébastien Delogu waved the Palestine flag, bringing the debate to a halt.

Netanyahu:

'We are committed to returning all citizens to their homes'

PM meets with soldiers in north, emphasizes the State's obligation to ensure the evacuated residents can return to their communities.

IDF Spokesman:

Fire from Rafah strike could not have been caused by IAF munition

IDF Spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari delivers an update in English on the investigation into the airstrike in the Rafah area on Sunday.

Following reports on Rafah attack

Arab-Israeli activist explains how Hamas deceives to blame Israel

Dr. Shmuel Katz, one of the founders of StandWithUs reiterates, "Hamas propaganda amplifies stories to suit their narrative, and nobody checks the facts before making any judgment on Israel.

Honoring war widows and orphans:

At the Knesset: Tribute to the bereaved of the Swords of Iron War

MK Limor Sonn Har Melech, widowed in a terror attack in the past, joined the OneFamily Organization to sponsor an event at the Knesset in honor of the newly widowed and orphaned of the current war.

Identity of suspect in sedition video revealed

The man who appeared in the video while masked, wearing military uniform and holding a weapon, calling on the political echelon to increase fighting, is Ofir Luzon from Herzliya

Chief of Staff annonces:

Committee established to examine detention conditions in war

Following the recommendation of the Military Advocate General, MG Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, and with the approval of the Minister of Defense, Yoav Gallant; the Chief of the General Staff LTG Herzi Halevi appointed an advisory committee to examine the conditions of the detention of those apprehended during the 'Swords of Iron' War who have been held in IDF detention facilities.

In first: IDF tanks enter central Rafah, over 1 million evacuated

IDF tanks enter central Rafah, are seen near mosque and prominent sites in the city.

IDF eliminates terror cell which fired mortars at Israeli troops

Operations to dismantle Hamas in Gaza continue, IDF eliminates terror cells and targets in Jabaliya, Rafah.

Defense Ministry lays out plan for victims of PTSD

Defense Ministry triples budget allocated to supporting organizations which aid soldiers who suffered trauma while fighting in battle.

US official:

'Shrapnel from Israel's Rafah strike led to fuel tank fire'

US official: Israel told Biden administration that it used a precision munition to hit a target in Rafah, but shrapnel from the explosion ignited a fuel tank nearby and started a fire that engulfed a camp for Gazans who fled their homes.

AOC charges:

'Israeli strike in Rafah - an indefensible atrocity'

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez blasts Israel over IDF strike against senior Hamas terrorists in Rafah, calls on Biden to stop military aid shipments to Israel.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'80% of military objectives achieved, the rest will take time'

Israel is set to deliver a new prisoner exchange agreement proposal to the mediating countries, thought to be one of the most comprehensive plans yet offered.

Two UAVs successfully intercepted over Eilat

Sirens warning of the infiltration of a hostile aircraft sounded in Eilat. IDF shoots down two UAVs.

IDF intercepts UAV in the Western Galilee

Aerial Defense Array successfully intercepts hostile UAV that crossed from Lebanese territory into the Western Galilee area. Simultaneously, an additional hostile UAV from Lebanon explodes in the area.

Sheikh Khatib:

'The Palestinians will not surrender'

The former deputy leader of the northern faction of the Islamic Movement participated in an anti-Israeli demonstration and called for an end to the war in Gaza.

Jabaliya:

Arrest of a terrorist led to the location of dozens of explosives

Interrogation of an arrested terrorist led to the location of dozens of explosives during the battles waged by the 460th Brigade Combat Team in Jabaliya.

Former IDF spokesman:

'Hamas is weaponizing civilians'

Former IDF spokesman Peter Lerner shows how the Hamas announcement regarding last night's bombing of Rafah leaves out critical information.