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Hamas is rebuilding its tunnels: These are the challenges for the IDF during Gaza takeover

Intelligence information has revealed that the terrorist group has resumed rebuilding tunnels, even in areas where the IDF has already operated in Gaza City; Military estimates that there are additional extensive infrastructures, some of which were not exposed in the first maneuver

Sharon Kidron, Yoav Zitun | 08.21.25

15 terrorists came out of a 'demolished' tunnel and attacked an IDF encampment | Investigation of Khan Younis attack

Investigation of raid in Khan Younis reveals how Hamas prepared for an attack on IDF outpost: Terrorists split into 3 squads, but thanks to the forces' preparation, they also stormed an empty building, and were shelled by a tank; Ambush identified only after they had penetrated, and the soldiers woke up to close-quarters combat; probe points to operational gaps and mistakes in carrying out the defensive mission

Yoav Zitun | 08.21.25

US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

White House pushes for full hostage deal as Israel weighs Gaza City offensive

As Israel debates partial hostage deal versus full ceasefire, Trump administration is pushing firmly for comprehensive agreement; Israel prepares for major assault on Gaza City, aiming to pressure Hamas into total surrender

Itamar Eichner | 08.21.25

IDF moves to encircle Hamas in first stage of Gaza City assault

Israeli forces start encircling Gaza City in preparation for major offensive, with tens of thousands of reservists called up and Hamas described as 'battered guerrilla force'; operation comes amid new ceasefire proposal and heavy fighting near Khan Younis

Reuters | 08.20.25

Ultra-Orthodox protesters block major Israeli highways over army draft arrests

Massive traffic jams hit central Israel as fringe Jerusalem Faction activists, protesting arrest of draft dodgers, block key junctions on Highways 2, 4 and 6; in dramatic footage, protesters beat on a car that broke through—one clung to the roof

Ynet correspondents | 08.20.25

New footage surfaces of tank running over armed Hamas terrorist during Khan Younis ambush

Terrorists exploit Israel’s humanitarian pause to raid IDF post in southern Gaza; troops return fire, and tank runs over one attacker; 'We’ll continue operations to locate and destroy remaining terrorists,' says unit’s deputy commander

Yoav Zitun | 08.20.25

Israel boosts military armored vehicle production with $1.3 billion plan

Authorities approve billion-dollar plan to boost production of advanced tanks and armored vehicles, aiming to replenish and modernize IDF’s fleet after extensive use in war

Yuval Azulay/Calcalist | 08.20.25

IDF announces immediate mobilization of 60,000 reservists ahead of Gaza City offensive

Military says large-scale ground operation aimed at taking over Gaza City could strech into 2026, involving up to 130,000 reservists and five standing divisions

Yoav Zitun | 08.20.25

IDF kills senior Nukhba commander who took part in October 7 massacre

Military and Shin Bet eliminated two key Hamas operatives in Gaza this month, including Muhammad Naif Abu Shamala, commander of a company in the elite Nukhba unit

Yoav Zitun | 08.20.25

Tens of thousands of reservists will receive call-up orders for Gaza City operation

Israel will begin sending up to 80,000 reserve duty call-up orders Wednesday, earlier than planned, as the military readies for a ground assault on Gaza City; Officials fear low turnout could prolong the campaign

Yoav Zitun | 08.20.25

צה"ל ושב"כ חיסלו את המחבל אשר לקח חלק בחטיפתו של ירדן ביבס

Hamas terrorist behind Yarden Bibas kidnapping eliminated in Gaza

The IDF and Shin Bet announced that Hamas terrorist Jihad Kamal Salem Najjar, who raided Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 and helped kidnap the surviving hostage, was eliminated last week; 'The IDF and Shin Bet will continue to operate against the terrorists who took part in the brutal October 7th massacre'

Yoav Zitun | 08.19.25

A chance to stop the avalanche: Israel should see the hostage deal through

Opinion: Israel stands at a critical juncture after Hamas accepted the U.S.-backed Witkoff ceasefire and hostage deal, with some warning that rejecting the proposal would play into Hamas’ diplomatic strategy

Ben-Dror Yemini | 08.19.25

IDF calls up reservists as Israel bolsters security in West Bank for High Holidays

Hundreds of thousands of Israelis are set to visit the West Bank during the holiday season, prompting the military to deploy reservists and active-duty forces across the area to ensure security amid ongoing challenges

Yoav Zitun | 08.19.25

Is Hezbollah’s disarmament a real option?

Middle East expert Abraham Levine says that though Lebanon is headed in ‘the right direction,’ Hezbollah disarmament is ‘unrealistic’

Giorgia Valente, The Media Line | 08.19.25

US Satmar Hasidic leaders arrive in Israel to challenge draft, state funding

The anti-Israel sect is visiting to back opposition to drafting Haredim, push for full separation of Haredi schools from state funding and influence moderate rabbis, exploiting tensions in Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community over military conscription

Shilo Freid | 08.19.25

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