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August 29, 2024 | |

IDF Operation in Gaza Recovers Body of Soldier Abducted on October 7

The body of an Israeli soldier abducted during the Hamas atrocities on October 7 was recovered by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) during an operation in southern Gaza. The remains...

August 29, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

What happened to the US’s temporary pier in Gaza? New report sheds light

The temporary pier proved it was not capable of doing most of the mission envisioned.

August 27, 2024 | |

Egypt Rejects Israeli Offer to Build Watchtowers Along Philadelphi Corridor

Egypt rejected an Israeli proposal to build eight watchtowers along the Egypt-Gaza border as part of a ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas on August 24. Egypt reportedly...

August 27, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

IDF rescues a hostage in Gaza

On August 27, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) rescued Qaid Farhan Alkadi, a hostage who had been held in Gaza by Hamas for 326 days since Hamas’s October 7 attack. It is the latest hostage rescue since...

August 26, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

IDF pushes into central Gaza as terror threats shift

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) expanded their push into the outskirts of Deir al-Balah, a key city in central Gaza. The operation is one of several that the IDF is undertaking in Gaza as it continues...

August 26, 2024 | |

Israel SitRep: August 26, 2024

Today’s Issue: | IDF Preemptive Strike Disrupts Planned Hezbollah Retaliation for Fuad Shukr’s Death | Israeli Defense Official: Challenge in Lebanon ‘Far from Over’ | IDF Troops in Khan Younis...

August 23, 2024 | |

IDF Dismantles Terrorist Infrastructure in Khan Younis

Israeli troops have killed dozens of terrorists and dismantled terrorist infrastructure during intense battles on the outskirts of the Deir al-Balah neighborhood of Khan Younis,...

August 23, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Israeli defense minister announces the defeat of Hamas’s Rafah Brigade

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have defeated Hamas’s Rafah Brigade, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said during a trip to southern Gaza on August 21. Gallant visited with the IDF’s 162nd Division,...

August 23, 2024 | |

Israel, Egypt Discuss Philadelphi Deployment

Latest Developments Israel sent a delegation to Cairo for discussions on August 22 about its long-term troop deployment along the Gaza-Egypt border. Negotiators led by Mossad director David Barnea presented...

August 23, 2024 | |

Israel SitRep: August 23, 2024

Today’s Issue: | IAF Kills at Least Six Hezbollah Operatives in Four Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon | IDF Operations Continue in Southern and Central Gaza; IAF Strikes Some 30 Targets in Past Day | IDF...

August 21, 2024 | |

Israel SitRep: August 21, 2024

Today’s Issue: | IAF Strikes Hezbollah Weapons Depots for Second Consecutive Night | IDF Continues Operations in Rafah, Khan Younis, and Netzarim Corridor, IAF Strikes Some 30 Targets | IAF Uses Precision...

August 19, 2024 | |

Israel SitRep: August 19, 2024

Today’s Issue: | Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad Claim Responsibility for Sunday Night’s Explosion in Tel Aviv | Hezbollah Confirms Deaths of Two Operatives on the ‘Road to Jerusalem’  | IDF...

August 18, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Ceasefire sticking points indicate Hamas’s plans to return to power

The ceasefire deal sees Hamas seeking control over Gaza's Netzarim and Philadelphi Corridors, while Israel worries about Hamas regaining power in Gaza if IDF presence is reduced.

August 16, 2024 | |

Israel SitRep: August 16, 2024

Today’s Issue: | IDF Spokesman: Army Has Improved Readiness, Preparing to Strike in ‘Lebanon, and in All Arenas’ | IAF Destroys Some 30 Gaza Targets in Past Day | Analysis: IDF Making Significant...

August 15, 2024 | |

Israeli Forces Raze 50 Terror Tunnels in Southern Gaza

Israeli troops in Gaza have razed more than 50 tunnels used by Hamas terrorists during the past week, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on August 15. IDF combat engineers located...

August 14, 2024 | |

U.S. Approves Major Arms Sale to Israel

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August 14, 2024 | |

Israel SitRep: August 14, 2024

Today’s Issue: | IDF Continues Operations in Rafah, Khan Younis, Central Gaza; IAF Strikes More Than 40 Targets | IDF Launches Counterterrorism Operation in Northern West Bank | Israeli Defense Ministry...

August 14, 2024 | Seth J. Frantzman |

Israel confronts Hamas in southern Gaza amid regional threats

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) called on Palestinian civilians to evacuate several neighborhoods near the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis as Hamas continued terrorist activity in the area. The calls...

August 9, 2024 | |

Israel SitRep: August 9, 2024

Today’s Issue: | Israeli Defense Minister Speaks with U.S. Defense Secretary Overnight | CENTCOM Commander Kurilla Visits Israel for Second Time This Week, Discusses Preparations for Addressing Threats...

August 9, 2024 | |

Turkey Officially Requests to Join South African Genocide Case Targeting Israel at ICJ

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced on August 8 that his country had formally submitted a request to join South Africa’s case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ)...