Israel at War Day 561: What happened in West Bank, Gaza, Yemen?

Father of Edan Alexander hopeful son is alive • Turkey hosts high-level Hamas talks • Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US, including over arming Israel, Gaza concerns

IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. April 18, 2025.

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April 20, 11:45 PM

WATCH: Syrian land seized after Assad's fall is 'vital' for Israel, IDF chief says

During the visit, Lt.-Gen. Zamir met with IDF soldiers operating in the field and approved plans for ongoing defensive and offensive operations.

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IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir conducts a situational assessment with IDF soldiers in Syria, April 20, 2025.

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April 20, 11:41 PM

US, Iran set third round of nuclear talks - What's next? - analysis

Technical experts on each side are already meeting up to discuss specific, concrete solutions and terms for complex problems.

ByYONAH JEREMY BOB

US President Donald Trump seen over an Iranian flag (illustrative)

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April 20, 11:41 PM

IDF arrests civilians that crossed into Gaza security buffer zone

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April 20, 7:56 PM

IDF fires Golani commander, censures brigade chief over killing of 14 Red Cross medics

The military also admitted that its initial reports on the incident, based on reports from soldiers on the ground, were false.

ByYONAH JEREMY BOB

Palestinians mourn medics, who came under Israeli fire while on a rescue mission, after their bodies were recovered, according to the Red Crescent, at Nasser hospital in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip March 31, 2025

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April 20, 7:55 PM

Two female IDF soldiers wounded in Gaza incident in which CWO Alnasasra was killed

According to Walla, CWO Alnasasra fell while helping the wounded female soldiers.

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A female IDF soldier stands in front of a tank.

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April 20, 5:37 PM

Hostage families decry prime minister's Saturday statement: 'Netanyahu has no plan'

Cohen's mother noted, "We need everyone's support to pressure our government to stop the war."

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Uncle of hostage Elkana Bohbot at the Gaza border. April 20, 2025.

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April 20, 5:37 PM

Head of Bedouin unit: IDF missed an opportunity with Bedouin sector post-Oct. 7

“On the morning of the war, more than 400 former Bedouin combat soldiers came to my office, asking to join the effort," Co. (res.) Pini Ganon said.

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IDF holds conference for Bedouin community December 22, 2024.

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April 20, 5:37 PM

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett admitted to hospital

Bennett underwent a catheterization, according to the reports.

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Former prime minister Naftali Bennett in Tel Aviv. August 1, 2022.

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April 20, 8:08 AM

Father of Edan Alexander: We should engage with Hamas directly

"I think we should engage back with them directly and see what can be done," the father said in an interview on Saturday.

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A photograph of hostage Edan Alexander, outside a Jewish community center in Alexander’s home town of Tenafly, New Jersey, US. December 14, 2024.

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April 20, 8:08 AM

Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US, including over arming Israel, Gaza concerns

Outside the White House, protesters carried banners that read "Workers should have the power," "No kingship," "Stop arming Israel" and "Due process," media footage showed.

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People take part in a protest against US President Donald Trump, tariffs, deportations, a variety of other policies, and Elon Musk at the White House in one of many demonstrations taking place nationwide, in Washington on April 19, 2025.

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Israel at war: What you need to know

Hamas launched a massive attack on October 7, with thousands of terrorists infiltrating from the Gaza border and taking some 240 hostages into Gaza.
Over 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals were murdered, including over 350 at the Supernova music festival and hundreds of Israeli civilians across Gaza border communities.
59 hostages remain in Gaza.
49 hostages in total have been killed in captivity, IDF says.
The IDF launched a ground invasion of Lebanon on September 30.
The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire came into effect on November 27 at 4 a.m.
Netanyahu confirmed the first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire on January 17, 2025.

Israel at War Day 561: What happened in West Bank, Gaza, Yemen?

Father of Edan Alexander hopeful son is alive • Turkey hosts high-level Hamas talks • Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US, including over arming Israel, Gaza concerns

WATCH: Syrian land seized after Assad's fall is 'vital' for Israel, IDF chief says

During the visit, Lt.-Gen. Zamir met with IDF soldiers operating in the field and approved plans for ongoing defensive and offensive operations.

US, Iran set third round of nuclear talks - What's next? - analysis

Technical experts on each side are already meeting up to discuss specific, concrete solutions and terms for complex problems.

IDF arrests civilians that crossed into Gaza security buffer zone

IDF fires Golani commander, censures brigade chief over killing of 14 Red Cross medics

The military also admitted that its initial reports on the incident, based on reports from soldiers on the ground, were false.

Two female IDF soldiers wounded in Gaza incident in which CWO Alnasasra was killed

According to Walla, CWO Alnasasra fell while helping the wounded female soldiers.

Hostage families decry prime minister's Saturday statement: 'Netanyahu has no plan'

Cohen's mother noted, "We need everyone's support to pressure our government to stop the war."

Head of Bedouin unit: IDF missed an opportunity with Bedouin sector post-Oct. 7

“On the morning of the war, more than 400 former Bedouin combat soldiers came to my office, asking to join the effort," Co. (res.) Pini Ganon said.

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett admitted to hospital

Bennett underwent a catheterization, according to the reports.

Father of Edan Alexander: We should engage with Hamas directly

"I think we should engage back with them directly and see what can be done," the father said in an interview on Saturday.

Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US, including over arming Israel, Gaza concerns

Outside the White House, protesters carried banners that read "Workers should have the power," "No kingship," "Stop arming Israel" and "Due process," media footage showed.

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