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Minute of Silence Observed at Hostages Square

A minute of silence was held at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, a key location for families of hostages. The event was a somber moment of remembrance and solidarity for those abducte…

Security8m ago

Father of Hamas Victim Fights to Preserve Homes as Testimonies

Shimon Elkabetz, whose daughter Sivan was murdered on October 7th, is fighting to preserve the destroyed homes in Kibbutz Kfar Aza as testaments to the Hamas attack. Despite the k…

Security11m ago

IDF Armored Brigade Commander Fears Repeat of October 7th

Colonel Shaul Israeli, commander of the 7th Armored Brigade, fears a repeat of the October 7th attack, stating that commanders must learn from past failures. He highlighted the im…

Security13m ago

Middle East Reshaped Three Years After Oct. 7, Iran Weakened Amid Shifting Alliances

Three years after October 7th, the Middle East is transforming with the old order broken and Iran's influence diminished. Hezbollah and Hamas have shifted tactics, while Syria has…

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Bar Ilan University Professor Indicted for Planning Mass Terror Attack Against Arabs

Bar Ilan University mathematics lecturer Shachar Nevo was indicted for allegedly planning a large-scale terror attack against Arabs, aiming to kill hundreds and cause their expuls…

Security19m ago

Turkey Analyzes Israel's Growing Regional Strength, Fears Shift in Power Balance

Turkey is analyzing Israel's growing regional power and fears a shift in the balance of power, with concerns persisting even after a change in Israeli leadership. Ankara has taken…

Security19m ago

Israel's Regional Shift Post-Oct. 7 Leaves Key Questions Unanswered

Three years after October 7th, Israel has reshaped the Middle East but has not defined its regional goals or an end to the conflict. While the IDF has made significant gains in Ga…

Security20m ago·2 outlets

Hamas Military Wing Spokesperson Calls Oct. 7 a 'Military Miracle'

The military spokesperson for Hamas's Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades called the October 7th attacks a "military miracle" in a statement marking the third anniversary. Addressing Ga…

Security23m ago·2 outlets

Idan Amedi Shares Photo From Before Oct. 7, Honors Fallen Friend

Israeli singer and fighter Idan Amedi posted a photo from before the October 7th attacks, contrasting the peace of that day with the subsequent pain and loss. He honored his frien…

Sports24m ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Haifa to Honor October 7 Victims

Hapoel Haifa Football Club will hold a memorial ceremony on Saturday before their match against Maccabi Petah Tikva to honor victims of the October 7th attacks and subsequent conf…

Economy25m ago

Israel Remembers Fallen, Vows Not to Forget Profiteers

Israel is commemorating the victims of the October 7th attacks while vowing to remember those who profited from the national tragedy. The article details instances of alleged pric…

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Hamas Threatens New Fronts Against Israel From African Nations

Hamas's deputy military spokesperson threatened to open new terror fronts against Israel from African nations, including Libya and Sudan. The statement, marking three years since…

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Hamas: Oct. 7 Attacks Not Start of Conflict, Seeks Prosecution of Netanyahu

Hamas declared that the October 7th attacks were not the start of the conflict but a response to decades of Israeli actions. The group accused Israel of a "silent genocide" and re…

Security32m ago

Opposition Leaders Warn Against Repeating Intelligence Failures

Opposition leaders warn against intelligence failures, comparing them to the downfall of Blockbuster and Nokia. Hamas's Gaza tunnel network, estimated at 560-720 km, required movi…

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Pro-Palestinian Activist's Car Torched Near Ramallah; Threats Scrawled on Walls

Unknown individuals set fire to the car of Israeli pro-Palestinian activist Andrey Khrzhanovsky in the West Bank village of Al-Mughayir. Graffiti threatening senior Israeli securi…

World37m ago

Doha Institute Lecture Explores Genocide, International Justice, and Gaza Conflict

The Doha Institute for Graduate Studies held its opening lecture for the 2026-2027 academic year, where historian Anthony D. Moses discussed international justice and genocide. Mo…

Security38m ago4·8 outlets

IDF Demolishes Terrorist Memorials Across West Bank

The IDF began a broad operation Wednesday to demolish dozens of memorials for terrorists in West Bank cities and villages. The operation includes a central memorial in Nablus and…

Culture39m ago

Singer Mor Revi'i Mourns Slain Friend Amit Buskila Three Years After October 7

Singer Mor Revi'i publicly mourned her friend Amit Buskila, whose body was recovered from Gaza, on the third anniversary of the October 7th massacre. Buskila, who was Revi'i's sty…

Security41m ago·4 outlets

Third Anniversary of 'Al-Aqsa Flood' Marked Amid Ongoing Gaza War

The third anniversary of the October 7, 2023 "Al-Aqsa Flood" operation by Hamas's Al-Qassam Brigades is marked amid the ongoing war in Gaza. The initial attack killed approximatel…

Culture42m ago

Scrapyard Cars Become Israel's Most Significant Memorial Site

Hundreds of cars destroyed in the October 7 Hamas attack have been transformed into a significant memorial site near Moshav Tikva, Israel. Initially collected for logistical and c…

Security43m ago

Fallen Soldier Ran Guili, Kidnapped on Oct. 7, Returned Home After 843 Days

Ran Guili, a 24-year-old injured fighter, died combating terrorists on October 7, 2023, near Alumim, with his body subsequently held in Gaza. After 843 days, his remains were retu…

Sports44m ago·1 outlets

Gaza Envelope Sports Communities Rebuild Three Years After October 7th Massacre

Sports communities in Israel's Gaza Envelope are rebuilding three years after the October 7th massacre. Initiatives like the Hapoel Eshkol basketball team and the Sha'ar HaNegev g…

Politics47m ago

Debate on Mizrahi Identity and Power in Israel

A debate between Dr. Avishai Ben-Chaim and lawyer Barak Cohen exposed deep divisions within the Mizrahi community regarding political power and identity in Israel. Cohen argued th…

Security48m ago

Nova Festival Hostage Recounts 246 Days in Gaza, Navigates Life After Captivity

Andrey Kozlov, abducted from the Nova festival on October 7, 2023, and held for 246 days in Gaza, shared his experiences three years after the attack. He described his survival as…

Security50m ago

US Ambassador Huckabee Reaffirms Support for Israel on October 7th Anniversary

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee reaffirmed American support for Israel on the third anniversary of the October 7th attacks, condemning Hamas's actions as horrific crimes. He compared…

Politics51m ago

Palestinians in Israel: Identity, Belonging, and the Audience for Their Voices

A Palestinian writer questions the focus of Palestinians with Israeli IDs writing in Hebrew for Jewish Israeli audiences, arguing it centers Israeli recognition over Palestinian a…

World52m ago

Imagined Israeli Society Grapples With Trauma Three Years After October 7

In a fictional October 2026, a Tel Aviv school's lesson about kidnapped and deceased children sparks outrage, revealing societal divisions in Israel three years after the October…

General54m ago

Nova Massacre Victim's Parents Move to Gaza Envelope, Feeling Closer to Daughter

The parents of Bar Zohar, who was murdered at the Nova music festival massacre, have moved to Sderot in the Gaza envelope. They feel closer to their daughter in the area where she…

Security56m ago·2 outlets

Gaza War Survivor Recounts Wife's Death on October 7

Hamid Abu Arar, a survivor of the October 7 attacks, recounted the death of his wife, Fatima, who was killed by gunfire while pregnant. He and their infant son were also injured d…

Culture1h ago

Or Olam Center Surveys Tens of Thousands on Content Preferences

The Or Olam Center is surveying tens of thousands of listeners via telephone to determine their preferred educational content for the upcoming Jewish year 5787. The expanded consu…

Politics1h ago·1 outlets

Bibas Accuses Magal of Acting as Netanyahu's Messenger

Ofri Bibas, sister of hostage survivor Yarden Bibas, accused commentator Yinon Magal of acting as a messenger for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Bibas stated on 103FM radio th…

Security1h ago·3 outlets

Kuwaiti Migrant Sentenced to Life for Plotting Attack on Israeli Embassy in London

Abdullah al-Badri, a 34-year-old Kuwaiti migrant, has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 20 years for plotting a terror attack on the Israeli Embassy in London. He…

Security1h ago·2 outlets

Police Officer Questions Shin Bet Chief Over Terrorist 'Battalions' in Negev

A senior police officer publicly challenged Shin Bet chief David Zini's claims of terrorist "battalions" forming in Negev Bedouin communities, questioning the intelligence basis f…

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Retired General Slams Top IDF Command Three Years After October 7

Three years after the October 7 massacre, retired Brigadier General Oren Solomon stated that the IDF's senior command has not learned the necessary lessons and that the Gaza Divis…

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Youth Continue Legacy of Fallen Officer Who Fought on October 7

A preparatory program called "Achim" in the Gaza envelope is continuing the legacy of Major Chen Buchris, who was killed on October 7, 2023. The program trains youth for combat se…

Politics1h ago

Remembering October 7 Requires Remembering October 6

Columnist Dana Ron argues that remembering the October 7 massacre requires acknowledging the societal divisions and political maneuvering that preceded and followed it. She critic…

Security1h ago

Israeli Reserve Forces Facing Collapse Amid Strained Service, Report Claims

An Israeli newspaper report claims the IDF's reserve system is nearing collapse due to increased service demands and a failure to enact new conscription laws. Despite IDF reforms…

Security1h ago·2 outlets

IDF Division 162's Initial Response on October 7th Revealed

Division 162, the IDF's largest armored division, was deployed south and engaged in combat in the Gaza envelope on October 7th. Division commander Itzik Cohen had noted prior inte…

Security1h ago

France Charges Individuals in Hamas Crypto Fundraising Probe

French authorities have charged five individuals, including Faouzi Barika and Amel Oualid, with financing Hamas, following a US Treasury designation of individuals and entities in…

Security1h ago·1 outlets

Mother Recounts Son's Devotion and IDF Officer's Apology After Gaza Combat Death

A mother shared the story of her son, Yochai, a soldier killed in Gaza, detailing his deep faith and a senior IDF officer's apology to the family. The interview revealed spiritual…

Security1h ago·2 outlets

Police Probe Transportation Ministry Officials Over Flydubai Security Lapse

Israeli police are conducting a criminal review of two senior Transportation Ministry officials after a security lapse on a Flydubai flight. The officials are being investigated f…

World1h ago

Israel Marks Third Anniversary of October 7 Events With Commemorations and Protests

Israeli cities are holding events to mark the third anniversary of the October 7 events, which began at 6:29 AM. The commemorations are accompanied by protests calling for an offi…

Politics1h ago4

Jewish Greens Leader Considers Leaving Party Over 'Zionism is Racism' Vote

Vivien Lichtenstein, head of the Jewish Greens, is considering leaving the Green Party of England and Wales after it passed a resolution labeling Zionism as racism. The motion, ap…

Politics1h ago

Jailed Fatah Leader Barghouti Eyed for Joint Hamas-Dahlan List

Jailed Fatah official Marwan Barghouti may lead a joint list for Hamas and Mohammed Dahlan's movement, according to Palestinian media. Talks are underway for an opposition list to…

Security1h ago2

Natalie Dadon's Son Challenges Angelina Jolie on Jewish Children's Rights

Riff, the 10-year-old son of Israeli social media personality Natalie Dadon, released a video directly addressing Angelina Jolie. He criticized her statements on the Gaza conflict…

Culture1h ago

Singer Lorde Renews Pro-Palestinian Stance at Festival

Singer Lorde displayed a "FREE PALESTINE!!!!!!" message on a jacket during her performance at the Austin City Limits festival on October 3. She later tagged a fan account of Rober…

Security1h ago

Sha'ar HaNegev Official Puts Security First for Regional Revival

As Israel marks three years since the October 7th attacks, Asi Almacy, acting head of the Sha'ar HaNegev Regional Council, is making security the top priority for the region's rev…

Politics1h ago2

Bereaved Families Condemn Radio Host Yinon Magal for 'Horrific Incitement'

Bereaved Israeli families have strongly condemned radio host Yinon Magal for remarks they describe as "horrific incitement" and acting as a "proxy for Netanyahu." Families like Me…