Gaza border communities

Human bones discovered in Kibbutz Kfar Aza neighborhood devastated in October 7 massacre

The report noted that Nirel Zini, who was murdered during the attack, was decapitated by terrorists, and his head has not been found to this day.

 Israeli soldiers and journalists walk around the destruction caused by Hamas in Kibbutz Kfar Aza, November 2, 2023
EHUD DRIBBEN, co-founder of Magen 48, discusses the work his organization does to train Israeli communities to confront threats.

Community security: Nir Oz volunteers train to defend Israel's frontlines after Oct. 7

The aftermath of Hamas's terror attack on a residence in Kibbutz Holit during the October 7 massacre, pictured October 26, 2023.

IDF probe: Infiltrating Hamas terrorists devastated Kibbutz Holit on October 7

Argentinian President Javier Milei and Israeli President Isaac Herzog tour in Kibbutz Nir Oz, southern Israel, February 8, 2024.

President Herzog to award Argentina's Javier Milei with Presidential Medal of Honor


Hamas gathered forces during ceasefire for attempted invasions into Israel - report

Israel's security forces have identified a sharp increase in Hamas's efforts to carry out attacks against the IDF in Gaza.

Palestinian Hamas terrorists stand guard before the release of hostages held in Gaza since the deadly October 7, 2023 attack, as part of a ceasefire and a hostages-prisoners swap deal between Hamas and Israel in Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip, February 15, 2025.

New IDF chief prepares for return to Gaza fighting, vows to defeat Hamas

The comments were made during a meeting with the heads of local councils from the Gaza border communities.

 Lt. Col. Eyal Zamir will meet with the heads of authorities in the Gaza Envelope

Hamas hang gliders invaded Netiv HaAsara before IDF could respond, probe reveals

Hamas penetrated the village by 6:39 a.m., even faster than in many other border villages. They immediately started killing civilians.

 A view shows destroyed vehicles at moshav Netiv HaAsara, southern Israel, November 19, 2023

Timeline probes October 6, hours leading up to October 7 massacre

The hours leading up to the attack show lapses in military leadership's judgement and lack of deterrence.

 INFOGRAPHIC: Timeline of October 6 evening intelligence warnings

IDF probes to reveal first 72 hours of fighting with Hamas on October 7

The IDF would need an additional three to four days to flesh out pockets of Hamas fighters who took up smaller positions or who were hiding in ambush in various areas.

 Israeli security forces patrol in the southern Israeli city of Sderot, October 11, 2023

The future of Israel educational travel: Rebuilding and reinventing, with a goal of 50% growth

From logistical challenges to deeper ideological questions, educational organizations are forging new paths to connect travelers to Israel in the wake of the October 7 attacks.

 IETA acting Executive Director Anna Langer addresses the Israel Educational Travel Alliance Leaders Summit.

From whiskey to wine: Residents of the Gaza border are building an 'Alcohol empire'

Quietly and without fanfare, alcohol production has become a real trend for the Gaza border towns, from whiskey to wine.

 NEWLY PLANTED young blue agave plants taking root in the Negev.

Border Police reservist: Unit left without any combat gear on Oct 7

The soldiers, who were eager to protect their people, were then left with nothing to do for two days after being prohibited to going South.

NIREL ZINI and Niv Raviv, who were planning to marry, were murdered in this Kibbutz Kfar Aza home on October 7, 2023. The writer condemns reporter Charita Goshay for depicting Hamas as thwarted peace activists forced into violence by Israel.

IDF could've stopped Oct. 7 by monitoring Hamas's Telegram, researchers say

"These [Telegram] channels were neither secret nor hidden — they were open and accessible to all," Lt.-Col. (res.) Dahoah-Halevi argued.

Palestinians take control of an Israeli tank after crossing the border fence with Israel from Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip, October 7, 2023.

Rockets from Gaza trigger alerts in Gaza border area

Rocket alerts sounded in the Gaza border community of Be'eri in addition to Sderot and Nir Am, among other localities. 

Iron Dome intercepts UAVs, rockets barrage simultaneously in test