Hamas terrorist who forced hostage to kiss him eliminated by the IDF Shem Tov later described his months in Hamas captivity, including threats to his life when he refused to participate in attacks on Israeli soldiers. August 20, 2025
Four IDF soldiers hurt in southern Syria blast On Aug. 10, Israeli forces arrested a weapons trafficker during an overnight operation in southern Syria. August 20, 2025
IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist who abducted Yarden Bibas: ‘A small part of the circle closed,’ Bibas says Yarden Bibas was kidnapped on October 7 from Kibbutz Nir Oz along with his wife, Shiri, and their two young children, Ariel and Kfir. August 20, 2025
Israeli soldiers repel major Hamas attack on elite recon unit Early reports indicate that the rapid response by Israeli troops prevented what could have been a large-scale incident with multiple casualties and hostages. August 20, 2025
Egypt: We will not allow Gazans in to escape war zone Displacing the population would be a national security problem and “the end of the Palestinian cause,” Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty explained to CNN. By Batya Jerenberg, World Israel News Egypt firmly... August 20, 2025
Freed Palestinian Terrorists to Speak at Detroit Conference Hussam Shaheen is a convicted terrorist freed on February 1 as part of an exchange in which Israel released prisoners in return for live and deceased hostages taken during the October 7 Hamas massacre. August 19, 2025
IDF prepares for ‘decisive defeat of Hamas’ For nearly two years, Hamas has not believed Israel’s threats to go all the way, allowing it to prolong the conflict. August 19, 2025
New Israeli town established in Syrian buffer zone, activists say Israeli pioneer group crossed into Syrian demilitarized zone now under IDF control and established a new community, activists claim, before being detained by army. August 19, 2025
Abbas to create Palestinian constitution before global recognition PA President Mahmoud Abbas claims the constitution will align with international law, UN resolutions, and human rights treaties. August 19, 2025
Gazan aid group inaugurates reservations system for food distribution The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation will set aside aid boxes for those who register in advance, making the process easier and more orderly. August 19, 2025
Knesset committee authorizes call-up of 430,000 reservists amid Haredi draft dispute Government officials argue the measure is essential for operational flexibility as fighting in Gaza escalates. August 18, 2025
Breaking the glass ceiling: More Israeli women join frontline military units According to figures from the IDF’s Manpower Directorate, more than 20,000 women eligible for combat service enlisted last year. August 18, 2025
New hostage deal presented to Hamas – report Despite Israel's claims it will no longer accept a partial hostage deal, new framework for a 2-month ceasefire and release of 10 hostages reportedly presented to Hamas. August 18, 2025
Palestinian detained on suspicion of spying for Iran The military prosecution has requested the court allow it to continue the investigation to further ground the evidence in the case, with additional technological and intelligence inquiries. August 18, 2025
Smotrich dismisses hostage protest impact, urges Netanyahu to escalate Gaza campaign The Religious Zionist Party leader pressed for a decisive military operation in Gaza. August 17, 2025
IDF poised to enter Gaza City, says army chief Israel will continue war in Gaza until Hamas defeated, says IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, adding that Gaza campaign is part of broader effort targeting Iran. August 17, 2025
Former IDF intel chief: ‘Palestinians need a Nakba every so often to feel the price’ In leaked recordings, Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva also said the IDF needed 'dismantling and reassembly' in its thought patterns to ensure Israel's long-term security. August 17, 2025
Netanyahu announces support for full deal for all hostages, end of war According to the report, security officials and some Likud ministers are urging the government not to give up on a partial deal. August 17, 2025
Israeli ships attack Houthi power station This was the fourth time in four months that the IDF struck the Iranian terror proxy in Yemen. August 17, 2025
Netanyahu: ‘No contradiction between Torah and service’ Netanyahu said Israel would hold the land only if it can fight not just for the territory but also for its faith, character, heritage, and identity. August 16, 2025
IDF operating in southwestern Gaza City ahead of offensive In one clash, terrorists fired an anti-tank missile at troops, who returned fire and killed the assailants. August 16, 2025
IDF drill simulates terrorist assault on Israel’s eastern border The scenarios involved multiple arenas and included responses to various terror attack simulations in the wake of lessons learned from the Oct. 7 attacks. August 15, 2025
Israeli spy chief visits Qatar to revive Gaza talks Israel’s security cabinet approved a plan last week to take control of Gaza City if talks continue to be futile. August 14, 2025
Netanyahu lays out principles for victory and ending Hamas war Netanyahu said earlier in the week that Israel would only agree to end the war against Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip in exchange for a deal freeing all remaining hostages. August 14, 2025
Holocaust museum in Guatemala vandalized by anti-Israel activists The museum, which opened in 2016 and is operated by a Paris-based Christian organization, is the only Holocaust museum in Central America. August 14, 2025
Hostage Itzik Elgarat was likely tortured to death, autopsy shows His brother, Danny Elgarat, announced on Thursday that his torture during interrogation—rather than a heart attack, as previously suspected—might have been responsible for his death. August 14, 2025
Israel rejects 100 NGOs’ blame for non-delivery of aid to Gaza The aid groups are refused for not allowing employees to be vetted for security reasons. August 14, 2025
Hamas stressed by Gaza ‘conquest,’ wants negotiations: Report Israeli military plans are pushing Hamas toward renewed ceasefire negotiations, according to Arabic media. August 14, 2025
Zamir approves plans for IDF’s Gaza City operation Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday night that Jerusalem would only agree to end the war on Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip in exchange for a deal freeing all remaining hostages. August 13, 2025
Hostage families sue prosecutor for making the ICC a ‘branch of Hamas’ The suit also alleges that Khan pursued the warrants against the Israeli government as a distraction to avoid prosecution for alleged sexual offenses. August 13, 2025
IDF confirms elimination of terrorist who kidnapped three soldiers on Oct 7 Al-Bqqin abducted soldiers Ron Sherman, the late Nik Beizer, and Tamir Nimrodi. Nimrodi remains in Hamas captivity. August 13, 2025
Trump wants this businessman to run post-war Gaza, but there’s a catch Samir Halilah said he would only agree if given permission by the Palestinian Authority, which has rejected the idea. August 13, 2025
Iran: We’ve arrested 21,000 suspects over war with Israel The news comes after reports that the Mossad trained many non-Israeli agents who helped bomb sites and assassinate officials. August 13, 2025
Gazan refugees could be resettled in South Sudan – Report A new report says Israeli officials are exploring African relocation options for Gazans, with a delegation set to tour South Sudan soon. August 13, 2025
Hamas deliberately starving and sexually harassing hostages, ex-captives reveal New report citing testimonies of 12 former hostages reveals Gaza terrorists intentionally starving Israeli captives, feeding them tiny portions of worm-ridden bread served with sewer water. August 12, 2025
‘Allahu Akbar and thank god’: Meet the Al Jazeera ‘journalist’ the mainstream media are mourning Months before his death, Al-Sharif's name surfaced in a lawsuit from American victims of Oct. 7 alleging that Al Jazeera provides 'substantial assistance' to Hamas. August 12, 2025
Hamas is leading Egypt into war with Israel President el-Sisi must navigate a delicate balance between inciting conflict with Hamas and upholding the peace treaty with Israel. August 11, 2025
Video testimony calls into question viral story about Gazan boy’s death Al-Jarabe’a said that although her stepson is missing,, she believes he is still alive. August 11, 2025
Trump says Hamas won’t release hostages, ‘more military pressure is required’ Trump: 'I have one thing to say: Remember October 7.' August 11, 2025
Why is a senior terrorist’s grave located in an Israeli cemetery? The Knesset House Committee will convene to discuss the removal of Izz ad-Din al-Qassam’s tomb, which is a pilgrimage site for extremist Arabs. August 11, 2025
Israeli forces detain weapons dealer in southern Syria The army confirmed ongoing deployments in the area to disrupt terrorist activity and prevent hostile elements from gaining a foothold. August 11, 2025
WATCH: Proof there is food in Gaza Despite news allegations of famine in Gaza, there is abundant proof and footage of food in Gaza. August 11, 2025
Abbas may declare a Palestinian State at the UN General Assembly The announcement will be based on a constitutional declaration defining the state’s borders and foundations, and setting a date for Palestinian National Council elections. August 11, 2025
WATCH: Does Israel know where the hostages are? As Israel's military ramps up operations in Gaza with the aim of defeating Hamas and freeing the hostage, an ex IDF head addresses the issue of the captives' whereabouts. August 11, 2025
Netanyahu informs Trump of Israel’s plans for Gaza Netanyahu also thanked the U.S. president for the latter’s 'steadfast support of Israel since the start of the war,' the Israeli prime minister’s office said. August 11, 2025
Israeli Defense Minister reports 80% drop in Judea and Samaria terror, thanks to IDF operations The IDF strategy included evacuating residents, eliminating terrorists, dismantling infrastructure, and maintaining a military presence. August 10, 2025
Holocaust survivor Olga Weissberg, injured in June missile attack, dies at 91 During 12 days of war, 31 Israelis were killed and more than 3,000 were injured in Iranian missile strikes. August 10, 2025
‘Free Gaza from Hamas’ – Netanyahu rules out Israeli administration of Gaza Israel's prime minister lays out five principles for post-war Gaza, ruling out Israeli civil administration or annexation, even as IDF maintains security control. August 10, 2025
Nursing home worker and waiter behind Jerusalem terror bombing plots Father-son terror cell arrested after elaborate network of explosives labs discovered in Jerusalem. August 10, 2025
Report: Hamas sold looted aid for $500 million in 2024 International humanitarian aid transfers to the Gaza Strip, intercepted by Hamas, earned the terror group over half a billion dollars last year, Israel says. August 10, 2025
Gantz: Start assassinating Hamas officials abroad The Blue and White party's chairman has an alternate plan to pressure Hamas into releasing the hostages. August 10, 2025
IDF: ‘Unprecedented operations’ clear terror hotbeds in Samaria The army has regained its freedom of action, opening 11 km of roads in three major ‘refugee camps.’ August 10, 2025
Israel to conquer Gaza City, but endgame still in doubt After the Oct. 7 evacuation deadline, which will fall on the second anniversary of the Hamas-led massacre in southern Israel that started the war, Israel will impose a siege on Gaza City, according to the officials. August 9, 2025
IDF kills intelligence chief of Hezbollah’s Radwan Force The counter-terror operations come as Beirut continues efforts to remove weapons from non-state actors, primarily Hezbollah. August 9, 2025
Israel’s aid to Gaza has no precedent Israel is delivering fuel, food, medicine, and water into territory still under the command of the very group that murdered its civilians on October 7. August 8, 2025
‘No real difference between PM’s and IDF chief’s visions for Gaza’ Two former defense officials argued that Israel must pursue a slow, intelligence-led campaign and focus on separating Gaza’s population from Hamas. August 8, 2025
By ‘decisive majority,’ Israeli Security Cabinet votes to control Gaza City, defeat Hamas Netanyahu stressed that the Israeli government does not 'want to keep it' after taking control of the entire 26-mile-long coastal enclave. August 8, 2025
Hamas still paying 30,000 salaries in spite of war A senior official from the Muslim Brotherhood said that 10% of the organization's funding goes toward Hamas. August 7, 2025
IDF brigade delivers decisive blow to Hamas stronghold According to the IDF, hundreds of targets were dismantled, both on the surface and underground, including tunnels, bunkers and other combat installations. August 7, 2025
IDF chief says Israel moving from containing to ‘decisively defeating’ Hamas Head of Israeli military acknowledges disagreements with government, says IDF has established new security frontier between Israel and Gaza. August 7, 2025
