Houthis target Israel, Smotrich pushes sovereignty, and Gaza faces mass evacuation
The Houthis have launched missile attacks on Israel, while Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich warns the PA against provocation and pushes for full sovereignty over Judea and Samaria. Meanwhile, Gaza City is witnessing a mass evacuation as Palestinians flee.
Israel Eliminates Hamas Spokesman, U.S. Tightens PA Visa Rules, and Netanyahu Launches Gaza City Offensive
Israel confirmed the killing of Hamas spokesman in Gaza, dealing a blow to the group’s leadership. The U.S. imposed visa bans on holders of Palestinian Authority travel documents, while Netanyahu announced the IDF’s Gaza City offensive to defeat Hamas and free hostages.
Minnesota shooter driven by anti-Israel hate, Israel hints at Syria strikes, and freed hostage finds renewed faith
A Minnesota school shooting exposed the attacker’s antisemitic motives, while Israel signaled ongoing military activity in Syria. Meanwhile, ex-Hamas hostage Keith Siegel said his captivity deepened his faith and strengthened his connection to Judaism.
Pope Leo XIV Calls for Peace in Israel-Hamas Conflict, Trump to Lead Gaza Discussions, IDF Intercepts Houthi Missile
Pope Leo XIV urged an end to the Israel-Hamas war, calling for hostages’ release and a permanent ceasefire. Meanwhile, President Trump is set to lead talks on a comprehensive Gaza plan. The IDF also intercepted a Houthi missile aimed at Israel, underscoring the ongoing regional tensions.
Trump Predicts Gaza War Will End Within Three Weeks as Diplomatic Efforts Intensify
President Trump on Monday expressed confidence that the ongoing war in Gaza will reach a “conclusive ending” within the next two to three weeks, citing what he described as serious diplomatic efforts to resolve the nearly two-year war between Israel and Hamas.
Israel at war: tragedy in Gaza, prayers for hostages in Jerusalem, and strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon
Israel acknowledged civilian casualties in a Gaza hospital strike and promised a full investigation while stressing its fight against Hamas. In Jerusalem, thousands prayed for hostages at the Western Wall as the IDF carried out strikes on Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
Israel Mobilizes for Gaza as Violence Spreads in West Bank and U.S. Scrambles to Restock Missiles
Israel is mobilizing tens of thousands of reservists for a Gaza City offensive as violence flares in Samaria, where a shooting left one Israeli injured. Meanwhile, the Pentagon is seeking $3.5 billion to replace weapons used in recent operations supporting Israel.
Netanyahu Pressures Hamas as Abbas Moves Toward Statehood and U.S. Freezes Gaza Visas
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said Hamas is under heavy pressure as Israel prepares a Gaza City offensive, even as the group signals openness to talks. At the same time, Mahmoud Abbas launched a constitution-drafting committee amid international pushes for Palestinian recognition, while the U.S. froze visitor visas for Gazans.
Benjamin Netanyahu has fixed one of the sins of 1967
Israel was guilty of two great sins in the wake of its miraculous victory in 1967. Netanyahu has just fixed one of them. But his version of Zionism makes it unlikely that he’ll fix the other.
895 IDF Soldiers Killed Since Beginning of War
The death toll among Israeli troops stands at 451 since the start of the Gaza ground incursion on Oct. 27, 2023, and 895 across all fronts since the Hamas-led massacre on Oct. 7, 2023, according to official IDF data.