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Inside the secret IDF desert commando unit that could have changed October 7

Five years before October 7, the IDF disbanded Sayeret Rimon, a special Gaza-focused commando known for its desert warfare skills. Its veterans, including freed hostage Avinatan Or, say: 'We could have stopped it'

Gal Ganot | 11.07.25

Negev food trucks treasures: young Israelis serve coffee, pastries, and smoked meats

From smoked meats to sugar-free desserts, coffee carts across the Bnei Shimon region serve up creative menus in scenic spots; run by locals, some post-army reservists, they offer community, connection and quality fare under the southern sky

Nehama Rahamim | 11.07.25

Mental toll of covering October 7: are Israel’s reporters unseen trauma victims?

Bar-Ilan study found that reporters who covered the terror attacks and their aftermath exhibited significantly higher rates of post-traumatic stress symptoms than mental health professionals (53% vs. 20%) who treated victims

Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 11.06.25

Bereaved father confronts Netanyahu in court: 'I’ll haunt you until you form a state inquiry'

The October Council — a group of families whose relatives were killed or kidnapped in the Hamas-led Oct. 7 attack — said the move was part of a broader escalation in its campaign against Netanyahu

Netael Bandel | 11.05.25

Oz returned alongside his commander Omer — as Tank 3 finds closure: ‘Excitement mixed with pain’

The four tank crewmen fought side by side on Oct. 7, and were abducted to Gaza; now, the remains of commander Omer Neutra and soldier Oz Daniel have been returned for burial; 'We fought for him to rest in honor,' Daniel’s mother said

ynet correspondents | 11.03.25

Unseen image of most senior IDF officer abducted to Gaza released after body’s return

A newly released photo shows Col. Asaf Hamami days before his death and abduction on October 7. Fellow officers call him 'a true professional and hero of Israel'; His remains were returned alongside Capt. Omer Neutra and Sgt. Oz Daniel

ynet correspondents | 11.03.25

Manar Issa was found guilty of misconduct for denying the Hamas massacre

Teacher who denied Oct. 7 massacre apologizes and keeps her job after disciplinary court ruling

Manar Issa, a teacher from Ganei Tikva, was found guilty of misconduct for denying the Hamas massacre; In a plea deal, she received a severe reprimand and demotion but will continue teaching after apologizing

Itamar Eichner | 11.02.25

Her son fell on Oct. 7 – five months later, she delivered Haniyeh’s niece: 'My moment of truth'

Staff Sgt. (res.) Itay Nachmias, who grew up in Moshav Yesha with a passion for engines and off-road racing, was killed in battle on October 7; now his parents are fulfilling his dream with an Israeli team competing in the King of the Hammers desert race

Alexandra Lukash | 11.02.25

סיור עצוב בניר עוז, אחד מכל ארבעה חברים נרצח, נחטף או נעדר

755 days after October 7 massacre, Nir Oz closes painful chapter as last hostage's body returns

The southern Israeli kibbutz marks a somber milestone with the return of Amiram Cooper’s remains; Be’eri and other communities continue to await closure amid slow recovery and ongoing trauma

Roni Green Shaulov | 10.31.25

Ein HaBesor’s 20-minute battle: How a civilian emergency squad stopped Hamas attack on Oct. 7

As Hamas terrorists stormed Israeli communities on Oct. 7, Ein HaBesor’s residents armed themselves, coordinated via WhatsApp and prevented a major attack before IDF reinforcements arrived

Yoav Zitun | 10.31.25

'He reminds me of my son': Grandfather sees his fallen hero in newborn namesake grandchild

Two years after Sgt. Tomer Nagar fell in battle on Oct. 7 defending his post near Kissufim, his nephew was born and named in his honor; 'We've learned to live between sorrow and joy,' says the baby’s mother

Gal Ganot | 10.30.25

Baywatch, Zikim edition: The elite IDF unit guarding a beach once scarred by Oct. 7 massacre

Months after Hamas terrorists stormed Zikim Beach on Oct. 7, a new elite IDF tactical unit now patrols the shore, training for sea and air infiltrations to ensure visitors can safely enjoy Israel’s southern coast

Matan Tzuri | 10.30.25

Netanyahu seeks to change inquiry law to avoid personal blame for Oct. 7 massacre

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu explores amending the State Commission of Inquiry Law to remove clauses allowing personal recommendations and giving the Supreme Court president power to appoint committee members, ahead of a court deadline to form the panel

Amir Ettinger | 10.30.25

Freed hostage Nimrod Cohen attends memorial for fallen comrade Oz Daniel, still held by Hamas

Nimrod Cohen attended the memorial of his tank mate, Staff Sgt. Oz Daniel, who was kidnapped and killed on Oct. 7; Daniel’s mother pleaded: 'Bring my son home for burial'

Eitan Glickman | 10.27.25

In first since Oct. 7, Israel lifts state of emergency in south

Defense Minister Israel Katz approved the IDF's recommendation not to extend the 'special situation on the home front' — a legal status that grants authorities expanded powers during security emergencies

Elisha Ben Kimon | 10.27.25

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