The IDF hopes that more civilians will follow this lead as new tent cities are set up for civilians to evacuate Rafah to Khan Yunis, al-Muwasi, and central Gaza.
Hamas suggests it's open to disarmament • US to begin pier construction • IDF aircraft strikes targets in Lebanon
The IDF said that it had killed six Hezbollah brigade-level commanders and over 30 battalion-level commanders.
The war cabinet met on Sunday evening for the first time in 12 days to discuss the issue of the hostages.
The full Iranian attack consisted of over 300 threats, of which 100 were ballistic missiles launched from Iran.
Gallant updated the number of aerial threats used on Saturday to 500 and said that Iran failed in its attack.
US National Security Council spokesperson Adrenne Watson said that "This attack is likely to unfold over a number of hours."
Tensions rise in the West Bank after the murder of 14-year-old Binyamin Achimair. Violent clashes erupt as his body is discovered, sparking concerns of escalating violence.
Netanyahu ordered the IDF, Shin Bet, and the Israel Police to carry out intense operational and intelligence activity in the Palestinian villages in the area of the disappearance.
As both Israel and Iran mull reactions in light of growing tensions, the Biden administration has pushed Israel to hold consultations and communicate with the US prior to any strike on Iran.