ceasefire

Israel confirms:

Hamas extorts Gaza merchants, demands NIS 10,000 per aid truck

COGAT reveals Hamas demanding NIS 10,000 per humanitarian aid truck entering Gaza, threatening merchants who refuse to pay; private traders suspend shipments.

Guterres marks October 7 with call for a permanent Gaza ceasefire

UN chief António Guterres condemned the massacre as an abhorrent terror attack while calling to make the current ceasefire permanent.

Despite ceasefire violations:

Egyptian contractors enter Gaza to build ‘Green Rafah’

UAE-backed project to house tens of thousands of Gazans moves forward as Hamas ceasefire violations increase in frequency and intensity.

Report:

Hamas still has 30,000 armed terrorists, is rebuilding arsenal

Nearly three years after October 7, Hamas retains thousands of armed terrorists, maintains tunnel network, manufactures rockets, and smuggles weapons into Gaza.

Watch: IDF takes out Hamas sniper threatening troops in Gaza

Hamas sniper Adi Adli Abd Al-Aaser eliminated in southern Gaza after advancing attacks against Israeli forces and civilians.

IDF eliminates Hamas commander who held seven hostages

Hamas commander Mahmoud Abd al-Fattah Awad helped hold seven Israelis captive in a Gaza tunnel, planned new attacks, and rebuilt Hamas capabilities, IDF reveals.

IDF confirms:

Hamas finance chief funneled over NIS 1 billion to terror

IDF, Shin Bet, eliminate Muhammad Abu Alwan, who directed massive funding for Hamas, worked to rebuild terrorist organization’s capabilities during ceasefire.

Hamas bomb hits IDF vehicle, Israel strikes back

Hamas plants explosive device that hits IDF engineering vehicle near Yellow Line; IDF strikes terrorist infrastructure, slamming 'blatant ceasefire violation.'

IDF takes out October 7 Hamas commander in Gaza

Muhammad Suleiman Byouk took part in the October 7 massacre, continued planting explosives and planning attacks against IDF troops.

IDF hits Hamas arsenal in Gaza, destroys three weapons depots

IDF, Shin Bet, strikes target facilities packed with explosives, anti-tank missiles and other weapons as Hamas attempts to rebuild military capabilities.

Hamas rearming in Gaza, IDF warns of troubling shift

Hamas terrorists are pulling weapons from storage, stepping up attacks on IDF troops, as terror group moves to reassert military control in Gaza.

Hamas bomb hits IDF vehicle, Israel strikes back in Gaza

Hamas blatantly violates ceasefire, IDF engineering vehicle drives over explosive device.

IDF eliminates senior Hamas security commander in Gaza

Talal Badawi advanced attacks against troops, Israeli civilians, while working to rebuild Hamas capabilities in violation of the ceasefire, IDF reveals.

IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba commander, sniper in Gaza

Two Hamas terrorists advancing attacks against troops and Israeli civilians, working to rebuild Hamas capabilities in violation of the ceasefire, are eliminated in Gaza.

Ceasefire violation:

Hezbollah launches explosive drones at IDF troops

IDF downs drone after Hezbollah targets soldiers in southern Lebanon security zone; no injuries reported.

Did Israel quietly withdraw in Gaza at Trump’s request?

Israel has reportedly withdrawn from Gaza’s Orange Line to the original Yellow Line amid US pressure, reducing its control of the enclave from over 60% to only 53%.

Trump: Hamas agreed to disarm, Israel must cease strikes on Gaza

US President Donald Trump tells Fox News that he will bomb Oman if they 'get in the way,' insists Hamas will disarm.

WSJ reveals: Iran's secret plan to escalate the war

Extremist elements in Iranian leadership decided to utilize ceasefire period granted by Iran-US memorandum of understanding to prepare for future conflict, Wall Street Journal report reveals.

COGAT's unusual warning to Gazans

Israel warns Gaza residents to stay away from the Yellow Line, accusing Hamas of deliberately pushing civilians toward the area despite the danger.

Hamas sniper targets IDF as postwar plan gains momentum

Violating ceasefire, Hamas sniper targets IDF troops, forcing response and highlighting danger in IDF withdrawal.

Report: Gaza 'day after' plan delayed until after elections

Entry of multinational force, Green Rafah initiative, and technocratic government face delays leaving postwar plan far from implementation.

Israel demands answers on Ron Arad, missing Jews in Lebanon talks

Lebanese media say Israel used latest round of negotiations to press for answers on Ron Arad and other Jews missing since Lebanon's civil war.

Report: Israel discussing Gaza pullback despite public pledges

Israeli security officials reportedly discussing limited IDF withdrawals from Gaza, despite promises no pullback will occur before Hamas disarms.

Board of Peace clarifies:

IDF will not leave Yellow Line until Hamas fully disarms

Gaza Board of Peace stresses that the withdrawal of the IDF beyond the Yellow Line will take place only once Hamas is fully disarmed. 'This applies to light weapons, heavy weapons, and the tunnels alike.'

Dr. Kedar to Arutz Sheva:

If you're going to make a deal with Hamas, this is how

Dr. Mordechai Kedar says Hamas views agreements as temporary, warns Israel to expect violations and demand strict enforcement.

Report: Israel draws red line ahead of Lebanon talks

Lebanon expected to push for ceasefire in Rome talks, as Israel warns it will seize key Hezbollah military compound if terror group won't vacate.

Gaza administration welcomes 'significant progress' on ceasefire

The National Committee for the Administration of Gaza welcomed what it described as significant progress toward implementing a new roadmap for Gaza, declaring that it is fully prepared to assume responsibility for governing the territory.

Hamas's letter to Trump and its demands

Hamas has reportedly sent a letter to the White House requesting a 'hudna' during which Israel would halt military operations and targeted killings.

Report: Hamas may agree to disarm

Hamas discussing deal to surrender its weapons, hand control of Gaza to international force, Channel 13 report says.

IDF: Hezbollah violated ceasefire agreement

IDF investigation reveals Hezbollah launched explosive drone toward IDF engineering vehicle in southern Lebanon security zone.

Report: Hamas tightens grip on Gaza

Hamas reportedly installing loyalists in key clan, municipal, leadership positions across Gaza, offering incentives and humanitarian benefits ahead of creation of technocratic government.

Report: Egypt awaits Israel's answer on Gaza talks

Lebanese report claims Egypt awaiting Israel's response on future of Gaza talks, Egyptian officials accuse Israel of exploiting regional tensions.

From the Hebrew press:

Our sons did not give their lives for the world’s energy market

The blood of the fallen cries out to us from the ground and demands that we bring a clear victory, and not settle for weak compromise agreements and mere postponement of the inevitable.

'You wanted a ceasefire'

Cabinet clashes over Lebanon policy

Government ministers, security officials, clash over policy for handling Hezbollah threat in Lebanon; IDF Chief of Staff slams, 'You wanted a ceasefire.'

After 3 days of silence:

IDF strikes terror cell in southern Lebanon

IDF acts to eliminate 'immediate threat' after armed terrorists were identified operating near Israeli troops.

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu: Tell Trump the truth

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir demands that the Prime Minister explain to Trump the need for complete freedom of action in Lebanon.

Trump says he expects 'complete ceasefire' with Hezbollah

In a series of social media posts, US President Donald Trump claims America is 'committed to peace,' accuses 'fools' who think he hasn't been tough enough on Iran of being 'either jealous, bad people, or stupid.'

Aoun insists Lebanon-Israel talks are separate from Iran deal

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said talks with Israel are being conducted independently and are not tied to Iran’s negotiations with the US.

Full Iran MOU revealed:

US pledges sanctions relief, $300B fund, nuclear talks

US official reveals text of 14-point document which outlines a ceasefire, sanctions relief, a proposed $300 billion reconstruction fund, and 60 days of negotiations on Iran's nuclear program.

More details emerge as Iran-US deal nears

Iran-US deal reportedly includes permanent ceasefire, withdrawal of US forces stationed near Iran, and a complete halt to Israel's anti-terror operations in Lebanon and withdrawal of IDF forces from the area.

Iran denies agreeing to deal, says US accepted their proposals

Iran has not approved any draft or memorandum of agreement with US, but is likely to do so due to US' acceptance of their demands, Fars claims.

Strategic mastery:

Israel's measured response to Iranian aggression

Critics may occasionally misinterpret restraint as weakness. In reality, Israel's current posture reflects immense strength.Opinion.

Israel Under Fire:

Iran's missiles shatter fragile calm as proxies test the limits

Context is essential: Israel strikes back. Its actions arise from survival imperatives after years of rockets, tunnels, and massacres, not from unprovoked aggression. Opinion.

The Lebanon Ceasefire was never meant to hold

By delivering a ceasefire on paper while Hezbollah's actual behavior guarantees its collapse, Israel and Washington have handed Tehran a paper concession that costs nothing real. Opinion.

Lebanese President:

Ceasefire could begin within 24 hours of final approval

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says last round of talks with Israel was 'very difficult,' calls agreement a 'last opportunity.'

Ben Gvir warns: Lebanon ceasefire a mistake

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir responds to Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, warns it will provide Hezbollah with quiet, ability to rebuild.

Lebanese report:

Disagreements on Hezbollah disarmament blocking deal

Despite ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel, gaps remain on issue of disarming Hezbollah, sources say.

Winning the war, losing the ceasefire

Israel has a long history of winning wars and then not being allowed to finish them decisively, forfeiting its gains during the ensuing ceasefires forced upon it by international pressure. Opinion.

After the ceasefire:

Home Front Command eases guidelines in the north

Following an updated situational assessment and after the declaration of a ceasefire, the Home Front Command announced significant relaxations to the safety guidelines for northern areas.

The "quiet for quiet" farce:

President Trump, in the Middle East there are no real ceasefires

Mr, Netanyahu, for all our sakes, do the right thing and drop this "quiet for quiet" farce.

Report:

Lebanese Speaker told US Hezbollah ready for immediate ceasefire

Lebanese speaker says Hezbollah would fully commit to a comprehensive truce as Israel warns of possible strikes in Beirut.

New proposal to be floated for Gaza ceasefire

Senior Hamas delegation plans trip to Egypt to discuss ideas for 'new, revised,' ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Hamas terror group.

Report:

US, Iran reach tentative agreement on ceasefire extension

Axios reported the US and Iran reached a tentative 60-day deal extending the ceasefire and launching nuclear negotiations, pending President Trump's final approval.

CENTCOM: Iran fired ballistic missile toward Kuwait

US Central Command says Kuwaiti forces intercepted an Iranian ballistic missile, after IRGC blatantly violates ceasefire.

'Flatten the Dahieh'

Cabinet ministers demand harsher action in Lebanon

Security Cabinet ministers clashed over Hezbollah attacks, with calls for harsher action against Lebanon and expanded military operations.

Watch: IDF targets terrorists who crossed 'yellow line'

Terrorists cross demarcation line in southern Gaza, nearing forces and presenting immediate threat.

IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist planning sniper attack

Hamas terrorist advancing plans to carry out sniper attacks against soldiers in southern Gaza is eliminated by IDF.

Victory and Surrender - end the ceaseless ceasefires

The hardest front of all is the enemy’s will to fight. That is not something you drone‑strike into submission or sanction into good behavior. It is something you crush by making defeat undeniable. It can be done. Opinion.

Trump: Iran’s proposal is “stupid"

U.S. President Donald Trump reacted to Iran’s proposal for negotiations, saying: “I didn’t even finish reading it." He also described the ceasefire with Iran as “on life support."

Hamas official: Netanyahu behind ceasefire proposals

Hamas archterrorist Moussa Abu Marzouk claims ceasefire negotiations serve only Israel's interests, calls on international community to pressure Israel.