Operation Iron Swords

Former IDF negotiator says Israel could have ended Gaza war, freed hostages a year earlier

"We could have achieved the same strategic accomplishments in terms of damaging Hamas's military strength, and in terms of many other security issues, much earlier," said Maj.-Gen. Nitzan Alon.

IDF Paratroopers Brigade operating in the Gaza Strip. Pictures released on August 24, 2026.
Neta Heiman Mina, whose mother was held hostage in Gaza for nearly 2 months, speaks to a UN human rights panel on September 15, 2026.

Daughter of former Gaza hostage confronts UN over UNRWA funding despite Hamas ties

Director Yuval Abraham and Director Rachel Szor winners of the Special Jury Prize for "Naza" attend a photocall on the red carpet following the closing ceremony of the 83rd Venice Film Festival at Venice Lido on September 12, 2026.

Trusting your audience: What NAZA could learn from Fauda's latest season - editorial

Rachel Szor and Yuval Abraham attend the red carpet of the movie Naza during the 83rd Venice International Film Festival Venice Italy 2026-09-10.

Israel has the horrific evidence. Where is the international campaign? - comment


Shurat HaDin: Battling Israel's foes through legal warfare

Marking the organization's relentless pursuit of justice for terror victims, Nitsana Darshan-Leitner stated, "They are the ones who should be paying."

NITSANA DARSHAN-LEITNER at the US Supreme Court: Shurat HaDin has been waging war against Israel’s enemies on the legal front.

A year after the October 7 tragedy: Mass selichot prayer and Torah dedication at the Western Wall

WATCH: The event will be broadcast live around the world in honor of those who lost their lives in the terror attacks on October 7 and the Iron Swords War.

 Jews gather at the Wall Western in the Old City of Jerusalem, at the end of Tisha B'Av fast, on August 13, 2024.

Rhodes scholarship extends application deadline amid Israel conflict

Rhodes extends the deadline for Israeli applicants impacted by the war, offering two scholarships worth $320,000 each for study at Oxford.

“These are not ordinary times”: Doron Weber, National Secretary for Rhodes Israel.

From Ukraine to Gaza, these Israeli kids are traumatized by two wars. Here’s how you can help

"The came from one war to another": ELI's plays a pivotal in supporting Ukrainian refugee children.

 Depression in children

'Instead of saying stop, we said go': Bringing hope to northern Israel through food

LIVE: Chef Lior Lev Sercarz discusses the Galilee Culinary Institute's mission to provide opportunity to northern Israel through food, even as the region faces ongoing conflict.

 Diaspora affairs correspondent Mike Starr interviews Lev Sercarz, co-founder of the Galilee Culinary Institute (GCI) and owner and founder of the global spice brand La Boîte.

From Gaza to Cyprus: Lone IDF reservists heal at retreat amid war

Lone soldiers who made aliyah and served during the Iron Swords War attended a healing retreat in Cyprus as part of the Wings program, offering much-needed support and reflection.

 Cyprus lone soldier retreat.

Hezbollah pager blast wounds thousands, tensions in Lebanon rise

Sinwar commends Houthi missile attack on Israel • Two rocket hits in Metula area • Netanyahu asserts military operation against Hezbollah if diplomacy fails

 People gather outside a hospital in Beirut, Lebanon, September 17, 2024

Israel-Hamas War day 346: What's happening in Gaza, Lebanon border?

Sinwar commends Houthi missile attack on Israel • Two rocket hits in Metula area • Netanyahu asserts military operation against Hezbollah if diplomacy fails

 IDF soldiers operate in Tel al-Sultan, September 14, 2024.

Amidst the war: Young Jewish entrepreneurs gather in Jerusalem to address challenges

The ROI Community of young Jewish leaders will gather in Jerusalem for its signature Summit, focusing on their civil society initiatives during the war.

 Participants at ROI Summit in Jerusalem

Rockets rain over North, security cabinet discusses adding new war goal

IDF targets last Hamas strongholds in Tel al-Sultan • Family publishes Hamas captivity video • Hamas warehouses in Gaza overflowing with stolen humanitarian aid

 IDF soldiers operate in Tel al-Sultan, September 14, 2024.