southern Gaza
Israeli-media coverage mentioning southern Gaza, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
IDF Confirms False Alarm Over Suspicious Aerial Object Near Gaza Border
The IDF reported a false alarm regarding a suspicious aerial object near the southern Gaza border, confirming no security threat.
IDF Neutralizes Terrorist Crossing Yellow Line in Southern Gaza
IDF forces in southern Gaza neutralized a terrorist who crossed the yellow line and threatened Israeli troops, maintaining their deployment to prevent further threats.
IDF and Shin Bet Reveal Hamas Uses Gaza's Nasser Hospital for Interrogations and Torture
The IDF and Shin Bet revealed that Hamas uses Gaza's Nasser Hospital for interrogations and torture, violating international law and exploiting civilian facilities to maintain con…
IDF Seals Two Hamas Terror Tunnels in Gaza Strip Following Ceasefire
The IDF sealed two Hamas tunnels over two kilometers long in central and southern Gaza as part of efforts to dismantle terror infrastructure following the ceasefire.
Hamas Militants Steal Israeli Engineering Equipment Twice in One Week in Gaza Strip
Hamas militants have twice stolen Israeli engineering equipment in the Gaza Strip within a week, raising fears they are booby-trapping the gear to attack Israeli forces. Despite o…
Israeli Air Force Strikes Militant in Khan Yunis, Southern Gaza Strip
The Israeli Air Force struck a militant in a tent in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip, targeting a specific individual.
IDF Reports Increased Hezbollah and Hamas Clashes Coordinated by Iran Near Israel Border
The IDF reports increased clashes with Hezbollah near the Ali Taher ridge and Hamas along the Gaza border, coordinated with Iranian support. Hezbollah uses underground tactics and…
IDF Launches Wave of Strikes in Gaza After Tank Hits Explosive Device
The IDF responded to an explosive attack on a tank in southern Gaza by launching strikes across the Gaza Strip, killed two militants attempting to reach IDF weapons, and conducted…
Netanyahu Resumes Approving Targeted Killings in Gaza Amid Rising Tensions at Yellow Line
Prime Minister Netanyahu has resumed approving targeted killings in Gaza after two weeks of restrictions, following militant incursions across the Yellow Line. Israeli forces neut…
IDF Kills Hezbollah Commander After Drone Attack Injures Three Soldiers in South Lebanon
Three Israeli soldiers were wounded by a Hezbollah explosive drone in southern Lebanon, prompting the IDF to kill Hezbollah commander Ali Hassan in a retaliatory strike. The IDF s…
IDF Kills Hamas Battalion Commander in Southern Gaza Airstrike
The IDF killed Hamas battalion commander Khadifa Kawara in a southern Gaza airstrike, citing his role in militant training and terror activities.
Israeli Drone Strikes Jeep in Southern Gaza City Sheikh Ajleen Neighborhood
An Israeli drone fired three missiles at a jeep in southern Gaza City's Sheikh Ajleen neighborhood, with no reported casualties so far.
Israeli Soldiers Warn Hamas Strengthens Amid IDF Fire Restrictions Near Gaza Border
Israeli soldiers near Gaza warn that Hamas is strengthening due to IDF restrictions on firing near the border, following a US-backed ceasefire agreement. Hamas militants exploit t…
IDF Paratroopers Kill Terrorist Crossing Yellow Line in Southern Gaza
IDF paratroopers in southern Gaza killed a terrorist who crossed the yellow line and threatened their forces, responding with gunfire to neutralize the threat.
Armed Bedouin Clans in Gaza Pose Political Challenge as Israel Waits
Armed Bedouin clans in southern Gaza have actively opposed Hamas and now assist Israeli security efforts along the ceasefire line. While effective, their future remains uncertain…
IDF Dog Unit Discovers and Destroys Hamas Rocket Cache in Gaza Tunnel
An IDF dog from the Oketz unit discovered dozens of hidden rockets in a Gaza tunnel, leading to its destruction by Israeli forces amid ongoing efforts to counter Hamas' undergroun…
Hamas Senior Official Killed in Gaza Amid Israeli Airstrikes, Security Source Denies Targeting
Israeli airstrikes in southern Gaza reportedly killed Hamas official Nafiz Zabih, though Israeli sources deny he was targeted. Hamas seeks mediator intervention to stop Israeli fi…
IDF Kills Two Hamas Militants Involved in October 7 Attack in Gaza
The IDF killed two Hamas militants in Gaza linked to the October 7 attack, including a raid leader on Nir Oz kibbutz and a brigade commander.
IDF Kills Terror Commander Involved in Kidnappings of Noa Argamani and Avintan Or
The IDF killed Ahmad Kafina, a terror commander involved in the October 7 kidnappings of Noa Argamani and Avintan Or in Gaza. Argamani was rescued in June 2024, Or was released in…
IDF Completes Destruction of Hamas Terror Tunnels in Southern Gaza After Eight Months
The IDF's Brigade 188 completed an eight-month operation destroying over ten Hamas terror tunnels in southern Gaza, including one used for holding Israeli hostages. The mission al…
IDF Eliminates Hamas Sniper Leader and Terrorist Involved in October 7 Massacre in Gaza
The IDF killed two Hamas terrorists in Gaza, including a sniper squad leader and a commander involved in the October 7 massacre, as part of ongoing operations against Hamas threat…
Israeli Forces Kill PIJ Training Commander and Hamas Police Leader in Gaza Strikes
Israeli forces killed two key militant leaders in Gaza: Amro Abu Alrish of the PIJ's Nukhba unit and Hamas police commander Abd Alnasser Makadma, both involved in planning attacks…
IDF Kills Two Gaza Militants Including Participant in Israeli Hostage Rescue
The IDF killed two militants in Gaza, including Amro Abu Alrish who helped free an Israeli hostage, and Abd Alnasser Alaziz, a Hamas police commander involved in terror activities.
IDF Soldiers Complain About Poor Conditions at Southern Gaza Outpost Amid Rodent Infestation and Infrastructure Issues
IDF soldiers at the Southern Gaza outpost complain about poor living conditions, rodent infestations, and logistical issues. Despite partial renovations, many problems persist, in…
IDF Airstrikes Eliminate Armed Terror Cell in Southern Gaza Amid Ongoing Operations
The IDF targeted and eliminated an armed Palestinian Islamic Jihad cell in southern Gaza after identifying them transferring weapons for attacks on Israeli forces. This operation…
IDF Kills Hamas Cell Commander Involved in Nir Oz Family Kidnapping
The IDF killed Hamas commander Asma Kamal Shadah Abu Tayem in southern Gaza, who took part in the October 7 Nir Oz family kidnapping.
IDF Soldiers at Southern Gaza Outpost Complain of Rat Infestation and Poor Conditions
IDF soldiers at a southern Gaza outpost complain of severe rat infestations, poor sanitation, and logistical neglect, despite repeated reports to commanders. The outpost also suff…
IDF Fires Interceptor at False Target Over Southern Gaza Strip
The IDF launched an interceptor missile at a false target over southern Gaza, with no alerts triggered and no security threat, as the incident is investigated.
IDF Kills Hamas Military Propaganda Commander in Khan Yunis Airstrike
The IDF killed Hamas's military propaganda chief in Khan Yunis, Anas Hamdan, in an airstrike on his vehicle in southern Gaza. Earlier, Israeli forces destroyed four Hamas weapons…
IDF Kills Hamas Militant Behind Kidnapping of Three Soldiers in Kibbutz Nirim
The IDF killed Hamas militant Hassam Shaafi in southern Gaza, who was involved in the October 7 kidnapping and killing of three Israeli soldiers at Kibbutz Nirim.
New Details Emerge on Hamas Military Chief Mohammed Deif’s Escape Route in Gaza
Two years after his death, new reports reveal Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif’s secretive movements in Gaza during the October 7 war, including his lone escape to southern Gaza…
Israeli Forces Kill Smuggler Attempting to Bring Military Equipment into Gaza
Israeli forces killed Mustafa Oweizi, a smuggler bringing military equipment to Hamas in Gaza, violating the ceasefire. Additional airstrikes eliminated two militants posing immed…
Benny Landau Sings With Bereaved Families at Ezra Movement Conference Opening
Benny Landau and Uri Weizel performed with bereaved families at the 20th Ezra Movement conference opening, which concluded with key resolutions on education and settlement.
IDF Eliminates Two Hamas Militants in Targeted Airstrikes in Northern Gaza
The IDF killed two Hamas militants in northern Gaza via airstrikes after intelligence identified them as immediate threats to Israeli forces. Last week, another key Hamas commande…
IDF Kills Hamas Nukhba Cell Leader Behind October 7 Raid in Southern Gaza
The IDF killed Yahya Saeed Muhammad Hamdan, leader of a Hamas elite unit involved in the October 7 Re'im base attack, during a precise airstrike in southern Gaza.
Israeli Air Force Targets Hamas Spokesman Hazem Qassem in Gaza Assassination Attempt
The Israeli Air Force reportedly injured Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem in a Gaza assassination attempt, while the IDF and Shin Bet confirmed killing two other senior Hamas operativ…
Israeli Forces Kill Hamas Commander Involved in October 7 Kidnappings in Gaza
Israeli forces killed Wahid Abu Salam, a former Hamas commander involved in the October 7 kidnappings and attacks, in a targeted airstrike in southern Gaza. This follows the killi…
Israeli-Backed Plan Advances to Relocate Gaza Residents Outside Hamas Control
The Peace Council and Israel are preparing to relocate Gaza residents to areas outside Hamas control near the yellow line, aiming to weaken Hamas's hold ahead of winter. The plan…
Israeli Drone Strike Kills One, Injures Several in West Gaza
An Israeli drone strike in western Gaza City killed one and injured several, while an earlier strike in southern Gaza killed two, totaling three fatalities in two attacks.
IDF Kills Senior Hamas Commander Behind October 7 Nirim Massacre in Precision Airstrike
The IDF killed Mohammed Emad Alrahman Abu Taima, a senior Hamas commander involved in the October 7 Nirim massacre, in a precise airstrike in southern Gaza. Abu Taima led terror a…
IDF Eliminates Two Senior Hamas Commanders in Gaza Amid Ongoing Operations
The IDF and Shin Bet killed two senior Hamas commanders in Gaza, Ahmad Batsh and Hamuda Abu Daka, who were involved in planning attacks against Israeli forces. These targeted stri…
Two Palestinians Killed in Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza and Khan Yunis
Two Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City and Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip.
IDF and Shin Bet Kill Hamas Commander Planning Immediate Attacks in Southern Gaza
The IDF and Shin Bet killed Hamas commander Adel Atfour in southern Gaza, who was planning immediate attacks and restoring Hamas' military capabilities. Israeli forces remain depl…
IDF Kills Islamic Jihad Commander Who Held Israeli Hostage Rom Breslavski
The IDF killed Talal Abd Al-Aal, an Islamic Jihad commander who held Israeli hostage Rom Breslavski and abused him during captivity in Gaza. Breslavski publicly condemned Abd Al-A…
IDF and Shin Bet Kill Islamic Jihad Terrorist Holding Hostages in Gaza
The IDF and Shin Bet killed Talal Jaber Muhammad Abd Al-Aal, an Islamic Jihad terrorist in southern Gaza who held hostages and led attacks on Israel.
IDF and Shin Bet Kill Senior Hamas Military Commander in Rafah
The IDF and Shin Bet killed Ismail Masri, a senior Hamas military security leader in Rafah, during a targeted operation in Gaza last week, dealing a major blow to Hamas's command…
IDF Continues Systematic Operations Against Hamas in Southern Gaza Amid Ongoing Security Efforts
The IDF’s Brigade 188 is actively dismantling Hamas infrastructure in southern Gaza, particularly in Rafah and Khan Yunis, despite the collapse of Hamas’s Rafah Brigade. The milit…
IDF Says It Killed Another Hamas Militant Who Took Part in October 7 Attack
The IDF said it killed Akram Muhammad Mahmoud Abu Madi in southern Gaza on Sunday. It described him as a Hamas military wing operative who took part in the October 7 attack and ha…