Terror tunnel discovered under Jewish community near Jerusalem 'This is an entrance sleeve, like an entrance tunnel about twenty meters wide, and the end of this tunnel is inside Giv'on HaHadashah.' May 8, 2024
Netanyahu rejects Hamas hostage offer, doubles down on Rafah operation Hamas counteroffer is 'very far from Israel's core demands,' says Netanyahu, calling proposal a bid to torpedo IDF operation in Rafah. May 7, 2024
Hamas will no longer be able to steal food deliveries – here’s why Hamas’s control of the Rafah border crossing allowed it to hijack humanitarian aid deliveries from Egypt. May 7, 2024
IDF: Two soldiers killed in Hezbollah drone attack In response, Israeli Air Force fighter jets struck two Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon. May 7, 2024
Not all 33 hostages requested in first phase of release deal are alive, Hamas claims The terror group stipulated, 'During the first phase, Hamas releases 33 Israeli detainees (alive or corpses).' May 7, 2024
Hamas ‘ceasefire’ is a trap, ‘fatal mistake’ – Son of Hamas founder Son of Hamas founder urges Israel to proceed with Rafah operation, demand return of all hostages before a potential ceasefire. May 7, 2024
IDF operating in ‘targeted manner’ in Rafah IDF ground forces entered eastern Rafah accompanied by heavy airstrikes. May 7, 2024
Hamas claims it has accepted hostage deal, Israeli officials warn of possible ruse Hamas claims to accept Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, while Israeli officials warn of possible ruse. May 6, 2024
Suicide drone attack leaves two Israelis critically injured Two people critically injured in Hezbollah attack on northern Israel. May 6, 2024
Netanyahu denies Hamas claim that he torpedoed hostage deal Two Israeli officials had joined the terror group in blaming Netanyahu in interviews with The New York Times. May 6, 2024
IDF calls on Gazans to evacuate Rafah ahead of operation US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin 'reiterated the United States’ commitment to supporting Israel’s defense.' May 6, 2024
4 IDF soldiers killed by mortar fire from Rafah terrorists The attack comes as the military prepares for an offensive in the last Hamas bastion along the Egyptian border. May 6, 2024
Israel strikes Hamas facility located inside UNRWA complex Hamas supplied weapons from within a UNRWA compound. May 6, 2024
Israeli withdrawal from Gaza would be a ‘great victory for Hamas’ – Netanyahu Hamas conditions for hostage deal a non-starter, says Netanyahu, pledging not to agree to end of war in exchange for partial release. May 5, 2024
Hezbollah rocket barrage wounds Kiryat Shmona man, damages ambulance The victim, 65, was treated on the spot by Magen David Adom paramedics. May 5, 2024
10 injured as Hamas mortars, rockets pummel aid entry point Hamas forces in Rafah enclave fire rockets and mortars at border crossing, leaving 10 Israelis injured. May 5, 2024
Israel will ‘under no circumstances’ end war for hostage deal The Biden administration had conveyed guarantees to Hamas that the deal currently being discussed would culminate with a full IDF withdrawal from the Gaza Strip. May 5, 2024
Terror mastermind may be released as part of hostage deal – report Fatah leader Barghouti may be freed on the condition that he will go to Gaza and not to Judea and Samaria. May 5, 2024
Israel holds back delegation to Cairo until Hamas agrees to terms of latest hostage deal – report Although there is some indication Hamas has dropped the ceasefire requirement, Israeli officials speculated that Egyptian officials may be placing an overly positive spin on negotiations to delay the IDF's Rafah operation. May 4, 2024
Hostage’s mother hopes to use Hamas propaganda video to secure son’s release Rachel Goldberg-Polin believes son Hersh’s ill appearance will remind the world that the hostages are real people and raise pressure for a deal. May 2, 2024
Hezbollah missile wounds two Israeli Arabs The victims were able to leave the truck and seek shelter before the missile hit the vehicle. May 1, 2024
US has ‘moral obligation’ to free Israeli held by Iran-backed militia in Iraq 'Iraq receives hundreds of millions of dollars every year from Washington, there should be more accountability.' May 1, 2024
Turkish national’s attack in Jerusalem draws attention to ‘Jihad tourism’ trend The stabbing highlights Turkish efforts to quietly expand influence in eastern Jerusalem, over the last decade. May 1, 2024
3 hostages to be released every 3 days according to new proposal – report Israel will release a significant number of Palestinian prisoners, some of whom are high-security prisoners who have murdered Israelis. May 1, 2024
Netanyahu: IDF will enter Rafah ‘with or without a deal’ 'The notion that we will stop the war before achieving all of its goals is out of the question.' April 30, 2024
Turkish tourist shot dead after stabbing Israeli officer, policewoman injured in Samaria car ramming The terrorists were neutralized in both attacks and victims sustained mild injuries. April 30, 2024
Paris drops demand for Hezbollah withdrawal Israel has threatened a full-scale invasion of Lebanon to push Hezbollah north of the Litani River April 30, 2024
Netanyahu delays Rafah operation for a second time – report Israeli FM said, 'If there will be a (hostage) deal, we will suspend the (Rafah) operation.' April 30, 2024
2 IDF soldiers fall fighting in Gaza Reservists Ido Aviv (28) and Kalkidan Meharim (37) fell in battle in Gaza on Monday. By Vered Weiss, World Israel News Reserve Sergeant Majors Ido Aviv, 28 and Kalkidan Meharim, 37 fell in battle in Gaza ... April 30, 2024
Israel lowers number of requested hostages to 33 on news of deaths in captivity – NYT Israel is requesting the release of women, children, elderly men, and ill or wounded captives in the first phase of the deal. April 29, 2024
US, Britain urge Hamas to accept Israeli truce proposal US Secretary of State Blinken: 'The only thing standing between the people of Gaza and a ceasefire is Hamas. They have to decide and they have to decide quickly.' April 29, 2024
Israel refutes ‘Hamas libel’ of Gaza mass graves with video evidence The Hamas falsely claimed Israeli forces killed and buried 340 Palestinians outside of Nassar Hospital in Gaza. April 28, 2024
Israeli Foreign Minister says hostage deal would defer Rafah operation On Thursday, the United States and 17 other countries appealed to Hamas to release all of its hostages as a pathway to end the crisis. April 28, 2024
Israel may agree to permanent ceasefire as part of new hostage deal – report Hostage deal negotiations have been roadblocked over Hamas's insistence that before any hostages are released, Israel must agree to a permanent ceasefire. April 27, 2024
WATCH: ‘We will fight for your return’ says wife of hostage after Hamas releases propaganda video Responding to a propaganda video Hamas released of her husband Keith, freed hostage Aviva Siegel said, 'Keith, I love you.' April 27, 2024
Hamas releases video of two more hostages during Passover The hostages featured in the latest video are Keith Siegal (64) and Omri Miran (47). April 27, 2024
Freed teenage hostage recounts Hamas captor presenting a ring, harassing her to marry him The Hamas captor told Noga Weiss, 'Everyone will be released and you will stay in Gaza - you will marry me and bring me children.' April 26, 2024
Hezbollah missile kills Israeli citizen near Lebanon border Hezbollah has killed 9 Israeli civilians and 11 IDF soldiers and reservists in the current conflict. April 26, 2024
US official blames Hamas leader Sinwar for lack of hostage deal Hamas’ political bureau has shown some willingness to compromise ... but Sinwar’s maximalist demands continuously win out. April 26, 2024
IDF rescues UN officials from terrorist mortar fire at Gaza aid pier The IDF soldiers rushed the officials to shelter after Palestinian terrorists launched projectiles at the installation designed to facilitate delivery of humanitarian aid. April 26, 2024
IDF making final preparations for Rafah invasion, completing Gaza war 'Hamas should know that when the IDF goes into Rafah, it would be wise to raise its hands in surrender,' says senior IDF official. April 25, 2024
Hamas offers 5-year ceasefire in exchange for Palestinian statehood 'If we are not assured the war will end, why would we hand over the prisoners?' says Hamas of potential hostage exchange. April 25, 2024
IAF strikes Gaza launch pads after rockets fired at Israel on Passover Iran-backed Islamic Jihad claimed the attacks, which originated from northern Gaza. April 25, 2024
IDF has killed half of Hezbollah commanders, says Israeli defense chief Half of Lebanese terror group's brigade commanders have been eliminated, says Defense Minister Gallant, while other half have gone into hiding. April 25, 2024
Parents respond to Hersh Goldberg-Polin’s hostage video – ‘Stay strong, survive’ On Wednesday, Hamas posted a video indicating that Hersh Goldberg-Polin was still alive, although it can't be confirmed when the video was recorded. April 24, 2024
Hamas releases propaganda video showing Hersh Goldberg-Polin alive Hamas periodically releases hostage videos as a tactic of psychological warfare. April 24, 2024
Qatari official says Oct 7 ‘only a prelude to annihilation’ of Israel 'There can be no negotiations with the Zionist entity... They only recognize one thing, which is killings; since they are killers of prophets.' April 24, 2024
US report accuses Israel of causing ‘severe’ human rights crisis in Gaza Among the sources cited in the report are harsh Israel critics that include Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, International Committee of the Red Cross and others. April 24, 2024
Israel intensifies strikes across Gaza, orders new evacuations in north The renewed shelling and bombing of northern Gaza comes almost four months after the Israeli army announced it was drawing down its troops there. April 24, 2024
Palestinian arrested in Israeli youth’s terror murder Arab aggression and terrorism against Jewish shepherds have been on the rise in recent months. April 22, 2024
WATCH: IDF reservist injured by terrorist-planted explosive in Samaria An IDF reservist on leave at home in Kokhav HaShahar was lightly injured after kicking a Palestinian flag with an explosive planted underneath. April 22, 2024
IDF soldier dies from injuries sustained in Hezbollah drone attack IDF reservist succumbs to injuries sustained in last week's Hezbollah attack on an Arab-Israeli border town. April 21, 2024
Netanyahu vows ‘painful blows’ to Hamas, compares terror group to Pharaoh 'In every generation they rise up to destroy us, and the Holy One, blessed be He, saves us from them.' April 21, 2024
Satellite pics show Iran air base damage after IAF strike The strike was intended to convey a message to Tehran saying Israel could hit any target and bypass air defense systems. April 21, 2024
Two terror attacks in Judea and Samaria since morning One injury was due to an explosion triggered by attempting to remove a roadside Palestinian flag rigged with explosives. April 21, 2024
A strike in an Iranian area with a long missile history Isfahan is also home to Iran’s largest missile assembly and production site. April 19, 2024
Minister demands UN provide matzah, wine to Israeli hostages for Passover Hamas has tightened its demands for a hostage deal, reducing the number of hostages it has agreed to free in exchange for higher numbers of violent convicted terrorists. April 19, 2024
Sister of Hamas chief Haniyeh to be charged with terror offenses Sabah Haniyeh (57) was arrested on April 1 on suspicion of contact with a foreign agent, sympathizing with terrorism and incitement. April 19, 2024
Hamas uncertain how many hostages are alive or their locations US officials said that although it is 'difficult to say for certain,' how many hostages are alive, there are likely more dead than have been previously reported. April 18, 2024
