Israel Expands Gaza Offensive, Huckabee Receives Gift from Samaria Leader, and IDF Mourns Fallen Soldier Near Border

Israel has approved an expanded military operation in Gaza aimed at dismantling Hamas and securing the return of hostages, while also mourning the loss of a reservist killed near the border. In Jerusalem, U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee received a symbolic mezuzah made from Mount Ebal stones during his meeting with Samaria Regional Council.
Danon Vows No End Without Hostages’ Release, IDF Eliminates Terror Leaders, Pentagon Boosts F-35 Development with $26M Contracts

Israel’s U.N. envoy Danny Danon declared the war with Hamas won’t end while hostages remain, warning against trusting Iran. At the same time, Israeli forces eliminated key terrorists behind the October 7 attacks, as the U.S. approved $26 million in contracts to support Israel’s F-35 fighter jet program.
Netanyahu Calls Palestinian State ‘Folly’, Huckabee Honors American Victims of Oct. 7 Attacks, and IDF Uncovers Hamas Weapons in UNRWA Aid Bags

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu rejected the idea of a Palestinian state as a path to peace. Meanwhile, U.S. Ambassador Huckabee honored the American and dual U.S.-Israeli victims of the October 7 Hamas attacks, while the IDF uncovered a hidden Hamas weapons cache inside UNRWA aid bags during operations in Gaza.
Israel Strikes Hamas Gear from Oct. 7 Attack as China-Egypt Drill Nears Border and Global Antisemitism Trends Shift Post-War

The IDF struck Hamas vehicles used in the October 7 attack, aiming to weaken the group’s capabilities. At the same time, China and Egypt launched a joint military drill near Israel’s border, while global antisemitism, though down from its post-attack peak, remains above pre-war levels.
Netanyahu Vows to Defeat Hamas, Israel Charges Hamas Suspects and Mourns Fallen IDF Tracker

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirmed his commitment to defeating Hamas, rejecting ceasefire proposals he warned would empower the terror group. As prosecutors prepared charges against 22 Hamas members for the October 7 massacre, the IDF mourned the loss of Warrant Officer G’haleb Alnasasra.
Hamas Claims Hostage Link Lost, IDF Hits Hezbollah, and U.S. Arson Tied to Palestine Stance

Hamas has claimed it lost contact with the captors of Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander, and the IDF reports killing a Hezbollah commander in Lebanon. In the U.S., a man accused of attacking the Pennsylvania governor’s mansion cited opposition to the state’s position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Maldives Bans Israelis from Entering

The Government of Maldives reaffirms its resolute solidarity with the Palestinian cause and its enduring commitment to the promotion and protection of the rights of the Palestinian people.
IDF Expands Gaza Operations, Leaders Push for Hostage Return, and Israel Engages U.S. on Tariff Relief

As the IDF intensified operations in Gaza, targeting Hamas command centers, Israeli leaders reaffirmed their commitment to securing the release of hostages. At the same time, Israel entered negotiations with the U.S. over proposed tariffs that could significantly impact its economy.
Passover 2025: Our Redemption While Still in Captivity

As we celebrate the Festival of Freedom, let us unite in prayer, flooding God’s inbox that He will cause the softening of the hearts of Hamas and other genocidal jihadi terrorists, and that all the hostages will be released.
Indonesia to Take Wounded Gazans, IDF Demolishes Attacker’s Home, EU Prepares Aid for Palestinian Authority

Indonesia has announced plans to temporarily evacuate and care for wounded and orphaned Gazans.M eanwhile, the IDF demolished the home of a terrorist behind a deadly 2024 attack, and the EU is finalizing a multi-year financial aid package for the Palestinian Authority.