Gaza City

IDF, Shin Bet reveal details of secret Gaza City mission to recover Oron Shaul's remains

In a series of clandestine operations, the IDF and Shin Bet put together more and more pieces of a complex puzzle until they located Shaul's remains. 

IDF soliers operate in the Gaza Strip, September 28, 2025.
People examine cars damaged and vandalized by attackers in the Arab village of Ein Rafa, near Jerusalem, January 8, 2026

IDF strikes Hamas and Hezbollah, kills key terrorists after ceasefire breaches

IDF graphic showing the trajectory of the rocket that landed short in Gaza on January 8, 2026.

IDF strikes Gaza after terror rocket aimed at Israel falls near hospital

The new Hamas spokesperson in front of an ilustrative image of former Hamas spokesperson Abu Obeida's coffin.

In first message from new spokesperson, Hamas admits death of Abu Obeida, Mohammed Sinwar


Palestinian mediator: Trump's Gaza deal marks end of war, could release hostages

“I can see before my eyes the end of the war and the release of all the hostages,” American-Palestinian mediator Bishara Bahbah told Walla.

Bishara Bahbah in a January 2024 interview/

Four IDF soldiers imprisoned for 10 days after refusing to drive unprotected Hummer in Gaza - KAN

The soldiers who were arrested had asked to make the journey a few hours earlier, while it was still dark.

Soldiers from the IDF's Nahal Brigade operate in the Zeitoun nighborhood in northern Gaza, Septemeber 7. 2025.

US sends $230m. to aid Hezbollah disarmament, Israeli navy intercepts Sumud flotilla

Colombian President Gustavo Petro expels Israeli diplomats • Amnesty calls for immediate release of hostages, excludes soldiers • Hamas close to deciding response to Trump deal, sources tell 'Post.'

An Israeli Navy vessel arrives at Ashdod Port, in southern Israel, October 2, 2025

IDF completing takeover of Netzarim Corridor, Defense Minister Katz says

"This is the last chance for Gaza residents who are interested in moving southward and leaving Hamas terrorists isolated in Gaza City," Katz said.

Minister of Defence Israel Katz visits the Mahaneh Yehudah Market in Jerusalem, on September 2, 2025.

Red Cross temporarily suspends Gaza City operations due to hostilities

"The ICRC will continue to strive to provide support to civilians in Gaza City, whenever circumstances allow," it said in a statement.

 International Red Cross vehicles drive by on the day of the handover of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander to the International Red Cross, in the Gaza Strip May 12, 2025.

Zamir: IDF 'must not underestimate the enemy'

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir toured Gaza, urging vigilance and praising troops in Operation Gideon’s Chariots II while stressing the goals of defeating Hamas and freeing hostages.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen Eyal Zamir (center) conducts a field tour with other senior officers in the Gaza Strip, September 30, 2025.

IDF destroys over 1,000 buildings, kills under 200 Hamas terrorists in Gaza City

There are also reports that a few hundred Palestinian civilians have been killed. Although the IDF has disputed these reports, it has not provided counter-numbers so far.

IDF soliers operate in the Gaza Strip, September 28, 2025.

IDF, Shin Bet kill Hamas deputy commander who participated in hostage release parades

He also carried out numerous attacks on IDF soldiers operating in Gaza, including sniper and anti-tank fire. 

IDF kills Musa Shaldan, the deputy commander of Hamas’ Zeitun Battalion.

'Cannot allow politics to thwart the plan,' Israeli and world officials applaud Trump's Gaza plan

Herzog also emphasized that Hamas must also agree to the plan in order to "allow a future of hope for the peoples of the region."

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump meet in the White House, September 29, 2025.

Over 800,000 Palestinians flee Gaza City as Hamas grip weakens

Hamas's efforts to prevent civilians from evacuating northern Gaza are failing, as thousands continue to head south daily amid Israeli military maneuvers.

Palestinians move from the Shujaiya neighborhood after the Israeli army ordered its evacuation due to Hamas rocket fire, in Gaza. April 3, 2025.