Kushner sparred with Netanyahu over targeted killing of October 7 terrorists – report President Trump's envoy Jared Kushner reportedly pressed Israel's prime minister to halt attacks on Hamas terrorists involved in the October 7, 2023, invasion of Israel. August 19, 2026
Israeli soldiers spot Hamas terrorists preparing for new attacks, but say they are barred from intervening IDF troops say Hamas preparing attacks beyond Yellow Line as ceasefire restrictions limit response. August 19, 2026
Ben-Gvir: Israel is building death row wing, hanging facility for terrorists A resident of the area who intentionally kills someone in a terrorist attack is subject to the death penalty unless a military court finds special circumstances warranting life imprisonment. August 19, 2026
Israel Confirms Syria Strike After Damascus Ignored Warnings 'Israel will not tolerate threats to its security, and would welcome a return to the status quo,' the statement said. August 18, 2026
IDF Targets Hamas Nukhba commanders planning attacks on Israeli forces in Gaza One of the Hamas terrorists targeted in the strike had infiltrated Israeli territory during the October 7 massacre, according to the IDF. August 18, 2026
IDF carried out secret withdrawal from parts of Gaza – report Despite claims by Israeli leaders to the contrary, the IDF has reportedly withdrawn from large swaths of the Gaza Strip, returning to the October 2025 ceasefire line. August 18, 2026
Kushner warns Hamas: US will allow Israel to ‘finish the job’ if disarmament fails Jared Kushner says progress in Gaza disarmament could start in as little as one to three months. August 18, 2026
Trump: Israel should stop bombing Gaza Hamas celebrates after President Trump declares that given Board of Peace efforts to move forward with Gaza disarmament plan, Israel should end attacks on Gaza terrorists. August 18, 2026
Remains of missing IDF soldier recovered after 44 years Yehuda Katz was declared missing after the Battle of Sultan Yacoub during the 1982 Lebanon war. August 18, 2026
Just 3% of Israelis believe Trump’s Gaza plan will succeed, plurality back annexing Judea & Samaria New poll shows pluralities of both Israeli Jews and Arabs back applying Israeli sovereignty to all of Judea and Samaria. August 18, 2026
Smotrich criticizes Kushner-Hamas talks, encourages continued assassinations of terror leaders Smotrich has repeatedly advocated Israeli sovereignty over Gaza and the establishment of new Jewish settlements in the territory. August 17, 2026
Israel-US agreement on Gaza plan spells out conditions for IDF withdrawal Israeli officials said the key test will be whether Hamas actually gives up its weapons, as the American representatives told Netanyahu it would. August 17, 2026
Kushner, Blair, Mladenov press Netanyahu to accept new Board of Peace Gaza plan Jared Kushner, Tony Blair, and Nickolay Mladenov meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu, with the aim of pressuring him to back partial IDF withdrawals from Gaza under the proposed Hamas disarmament plan. August 17, 2026
IDF preparing to seize Hezbollah stronghold – report Israel said to be preparing for new campaign in southern Lebanon, with the goal of capturing Hezbollah stronghold in the Ali al-Taher ridge. August 17, 2026
US tells Hamas it wants ‘real efforts and not just words’ on disarmament Kushner was said to have told Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya there was no room for negotiation on disarmament. August 17, 2026
Hezbollah preparing for new campaign against Israel – report Hezbollah gearing up for new confrontation with Israel in southern Lebanon aimed at torpedoing peace talks, while waiting for approval from Iran. August 17, 2026
8 Muslim countries blame Israel for ‘obstructing’ Gaza framework Israel has objected to provisions that would allow Hamas to surrender its weapons gradually while requiring the Israeli military to withdraw from Gaza. August 16, 2026
Kushner meets Hamas leaders in Egypt The move comes amid intensive efforts by the White House and Trump's Peace Council to push both Hamas and Israel toward the next critical phase of the American peace plan. August 16, 2026
Hamas starts Egypt talks in effort to ‘compel’ Jerusalem to abide by Gaza roadmap The American delegation is expected to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other senior officials in Israel before traveling to Cairo. August 16, 2026
Hamas planned to build 10,000-strong army in Lebanon to invade northern Israel – report Captured Hamas documents reveal plan to build 10,000-strong army in Lebanon before Oct. 7, use it to open northern front against Israel. August 16, 2026
IDF tank hit by Hamas explosive device in ‘Yellow Line area’ On Thursday, the IDF targeted and killed Hudhaifa Khaled Suleiman Qawari, a company commander in the Khan Yunis Brigade of Hamas’s 'military' wing. August 16, 2026
Katz vows to ‘settle scores’ as Israel bombs Hezbollah after drone attack wounds 3 soldiers Israeli defense chief vows retaliations on Hamas and Hezbollah after tank bombed in Gaza, IDF soldiers wounded in Lebanon. August 16, 2026
IDF slays Hezbollah commander in response to attack on soldiers Hassan was targeted inside a military headquarters used to command Hezbollah’s operations in the area, the IDF said. August 15, 2026
Hamas commander who abducted, held Israeli hostages on Oct. 7 killed in Gaza Mushtaha participated in holding numerous hostages, including Tsachi Idan, Corporal Noa Marciano, Ziv Berman, Omri Miran, Ori Megidish, Naama Levy and Matan Angrest. August 14, 2026
Israel, Syria reach secret deal on nuclear material US brokers secret deal to remove nuclear material from Syrian ‘Site 99,’ averting potential Israeli strike. August 14, 2026
IDF lookouts warn of suspicious Hamas activity similar to October 6th The lookouts said they are identifying suspicious activity daily and compared the situation to the period immediately before the Oct. 7 attack. August 14, 2026
Hamas support falls as Marwan Barghouti leads Palestinian opinion poll The poll further found that 83% of respondents believe there is corruption within Palestinian Authority institutions, while 65% described the PA as 'a burden' rather than an achievement. August 13, 2026
Qusra clashes: Activists push back on US claims of ‘settler terrorism’ US Ambassador Huckabee calls Israelis involved in clashes near Qusra 'terrorists,' but activists say the confrontation was sparked by repeated attacks on local Jews. August 13, 2026
Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ responds to stunning claim of $400 million Hamas payout Mladenov said financial safeguards would prevent Hamas from receiving or controlling the money. August 12, 2026
Persian heard among Oct. 7 terrorists, says father of massacre victim The fact that Farsi was heard specifically inside a central IDF command post reinforces intelligence assessments suggesting that Iranian proxy forces or advisers were deeply involved in preparing for the attack. August 12, 2026
Hamas ramped up use of torture on Gazans after Oct. 2025 ceasefire – IDF Israeli military reports that Hamas intensified its use of torture and arbitrary detention against Gazans following the October 2025 ceasefire with Israel. August 12, 2026
Israel to UN: Jewish towns in Judea and Samaria ‘aren’t going anywhere’ Israeli ambassador to the United Nations tells Security Council that Jewish towns in Judea and Samaria will remain there permanently. August 12, 2026
IDF kills Hamas sniper who posed immediate threat to troops in northern Gaza Channel 12 News reported earlier Tuesday that the multinational force is not expected to begin entering Gaza before October. August 11, 2026
‘We toured the Fordow nuclear site many times,’ former Mossad chief says Fordow, which is built deep inside a mountain, was struck in June 2025 with U.S. bunker-busting bombs. August 11, 2026
IDF warns Gazans of Hamas currency scheme The IDF Arabic-language spokesperson accused the Hamas leadership of deliberately exploiting the change in bank notes. August 10, 2026
Israel allows Board of Peace to begin Gaza reconstruction despite failure to disarm Hamas – report Israel's prime minister and defense minister reportedly okayed US-backed initiative to begin rebuilding the Gaza Strip even before Hamas accepts disarmament plan. August 10, 2026
Netanyahu privately agreed to partial Gaza withdrawal despite public defiance – report Israel has sharply curtailed military operations in Gaza since Mladenov met Netanyahu last Monday. August 10, 2026
Board of Peace: Dismantling Hamas tunnels will take over a decade Board of Peace envoy says Gaza roadmap offers only certain safeguard against another October 7 invasion. August 10, 2026
Netanyahu tells US it rejects ’15-point plan’ including Gaza withdrawal Netanyahu stressed that Israel was demanding an actual dismantling of Hamas’ weapons rather than what he described as a fictitious disarmament process. August 9, 2026
Israel marks 25 years since Sbarro pizzeria bombing US Ambassador Huckabee reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to 'bringing every last fugitive of this heinous act to justice.' August 9, 2026
IDF preparing for possible Gaza withdrawal without Hamas disarmament – report The IDF is reportedly drafting plans for a possible partial withdrawal from the Gaza Strip without the full disarmament of the Hamas terror organization. August 9, 2026
Hamas Nukhba terrorist who invaded Israel on Oct. 7 caught driving Gaza aid truck The arrest took place before the driver had collected the humanitarian aid shipment he had been assigned to transport. August 7, 2026
Two Israelis escape Jenin after getting stoned by Palestinians Both were reported unharmed despite the damaged vehicle and the stone attack. August 6, 2026
US forcing Israel to limit response to deadly Hezbollah blast in Lebanon – report The US is reportedly restraining Israel and barring the IDF from major strikes on Hezbollah after two soldiers were killed in a blast in southern Lebanon. August 6, 2026
Israel weighs stronger Lebanon response after Hezbollah ceasefire breach The IDF said it launched targeted strikes in southern Lebanon after Hezbollah violated the ceasefire. August 5, 2026
After severe Hezbollah ceasefire violations, IDF strikes southern Lebanon The IDF has documented repeated violations, including an explosive drone attack on an Israeli vehicle and attempts to recover weapons caches and reposition forces within the buffer zone. August 5, 2026
Netanyahu rejects Board of Peace’s Hamas disarmament plan, rules out Gaza pullback Setting up possible confrontation with the Trump administration, Israel's prime minister says Jerusalem has not accepted the Board of Peace's new roadmap for Gaza and has drafted a list of amendments. August 5, 2026
IDF chief limits Gaza strikes as military sets conditions for ceasefire proposal Targeted operations against specific individuals, including those carried out in recent weeks against October 7 terrorists, will now require Zamir's prior approval. August 4, 2026
Hezbollah chief slams ‘humiliation’ of Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa expressed cautious optimism ahead of the talks in Rome. August 4, 2026
A dangerous deal: Trump’s Board of Peace and Hamas – opinion The issue has never been where Hamas keeps its weapons; it's always been Hamas having access to them. August 4, 2026
Hamas will likely not comply with Gaza peace plan, says Netanyahu Netanyahu also compared Gaza to North Korea, noting that Hamas doesn't allow any Palestinian to leave the territory. August 4, 2026
Hamas must disarm before IDF withdrawal, Board of Peace demands Previously, Hamas said it would not disarm until Israeli forces withdrew from Gaza. August 3, 2026
They see smoke, grab their gear and run: Inside the battle against suspected arson fires The Judea and Samaria District of the Fire and Rescue Service reported 5,850 fires in 2022, 5,854 in 2023, 5,866 in 2024, and 5,543 in 2025, plus 3,086 from January to July 2026. August 3, 2026
US envoy urges caution as Israel, Lebanon resume talks in Rome Diplomatic momentum built through initial U.S.-brokered rounds in Washington, culminating in a 14-point Trilateral Framework Agreement reached on June 26 during a fifth round of negotiations. August 3, 2026
Norman Finkelstein openly denies Oct. 7 rapes during interview with anti-Israel podcaster Long-time Israel critic Norman Finkelstein denies widespread documentation of rape and sexual abuse by Hamas during the October 7, 2023, invasion and captivity of Israeli hostages in Gaza. August 3, 2026
‘They look like bloodthirsty savages’: US officials criticize Israel for targeted Hamas killings The American sources said they were surprised the strikes continued despite what they described as Israel's acceptance of ceasefire terms. August 2, 2026
Oct. 7 naval attack could have caused far greater disaster, investigator says Solomon said the Israeli Navy later intercepted an unmanned explosive-laden submersible launched toward Israel that afternoon. August 2, 2026
IDF denies LAF report that Lebanese troops were wounded in Israeli strike IDF troops recently dismantled terror tunnels stretching hundreds of meters in South Lebanon. August 2, 2026
Danon: Hamas weapons must be removed entirely from Gaza Israel supports the current plan, said Danon, noting the Israeli Cabinet last week approved the entry of an International Stabilization Force into Gaza as part of the agreement. August 2, 2026
Ben-Gvir rejects Gaza deal, says assassinations of Hamas leaders ‘must continue’ 'A commitment to stop the assassinations of the terrorist organization’s murderers is tantamount to agreeing to Hamas organizing for the next massacre.' August 2, 2026
