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IDF Dismantles 150 Hamas Terror Sites in Ongoing Defense Operations

Israel’s military struck more than 150 Hamas terror targets in Gaza over 24 hours, dismantling critical infrastructure and eliminating operatives as part of ongoing efforts to weaken the terror group.

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Culture

Parashat Emor: Strengthening Israeli Resilience Amid Ongoing Terror Threats

This week’s Torah portion, Emor, explores themes of moral responsibility, communal identity, and the power of discourse, drawing lessons relevant to Israel as it confronts security and societal challenges.

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Politics

US Reiterates Unwavering Support for Israel Amid Hostage Crisis with Hamas Terrorists

The United States reiterates its commitment to Israel’s security and the return of hostages, as negotiations with Hamas stall and Iranian-backed terrorist aggression heightens regional instability.

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War

Israel Responds to the October 7th Hamas Terrorist Massacre

Israel confronts the trauma and challenges following the October 7th Hamas massacre, focusing on bearing witness, rescuing hostages, and the broader implications of Iranian-backed aggression. The nation balances remembrance and response.

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War

Israel Engages in Multi-Front Battle Against Iranian-Backed Terrorists Following October 7 Massacre

Israel confronts a coordinated campaign of Iranian-backed terror groups following the October 7 massacre, prioritizing civilian defense, hostage recovery, and regional security amid sustained international scrutiny.

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War

Israel Fights Iranian-Backed Terrorists in Multi-Front Defense After October 7 Massacre

In the aftermath of an unprecedented Hamas-led massacre, Israel confronts a coordinated war waged by Iranian-backed terrorist groups on several fronts, defending its population and regional stability.

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War

Israel Fights Multi-Front Terror Threats After Hamas Massacre

Israel faces an unprecedented multi-front war against Iranian-backed terror networks, responding to the October 7th massacre and escalating attacks from Hamas, Hezbollah, and affiliated groups. The conflict underscores Israel’s security challenge and ongoing hostage crisis.

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War

Israel’s Battle Against Iranian Terror: Defending Freedom After October 7th Massacre

Israel’s war against Iranian-backed terror groups intensified after the October 7th massacre, with operations unfolding across multiple fronts in defense of its citizens and regional stability.

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War

Israel Prepares to Shift Conflict Dynamics as Military Readiness Targets Hamas Terrorists

Israeli military maneuvers overnight in Gaza signaled readiness for a major operation, warning that a decisive shift in the conflict is imminent if Hamas refuses to deescalate. Tensions remain high as diplomatic efforts continue.

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War

IDF Intensifies Operations Against Hamas Terrorists in Gaza, Over 100 Eliminated

The Israel Defense Forces expanded its operations in the Gaza Strip overnight, resulting in more than 100 reported dead or missing amid intensifying conflict with Hamas terrorists.

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Culture

Israel Triumphs in Eurovision 2025 Final, Defying Terrorist Threats

Israel advanced to the Eurovision 2025 final, showcasing cultural resilience and artistic excellence despite persistent regional threats, anti-Israel activism, and ongoing security challenges.

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War

Israel’s Iron Swords Campaign: Defeating Hamas Terrorists and Securing the West

Israel intensifies its military operation against Hamas in Gaza, prompted by the October 7th massacre, emphasizing self-defense amid growing threats from Iran’s regional proxy networks and ongoing hostage crises.

Israel

War

IDF and Shin Bet Execute Precision Strike on Hamas Terror Tunnels Under Khan Yunis Hospital

Israeli forces led a targeted operation against Hamas’s subterranean terror infrastructure beneath the European Hospital in Khan Yunis, demonstrating Israel’s response to the terror group’s use of civilian sites for military activities.

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War

Israel Battles Iranian-Backed Terrorists: Defending Democracy in the Middle East

Israel intensifies its defensive operations after the October 7 massacre, battling Iranian-backed groups on multiple fronts and underscoring the stakes for regional stability and future security.

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War

Israel Engages in Defensive War Against Iran-Backed Terror Proxies After October 7 Atrocities

Israel is engaged in a multi-front war of self-defense against Iranian-sponsored terror groups, with national security, the fate of hostages, and wider regional stability at stake.

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Culture

Israel Celebrates Lag BaOmer: A Defiant Stand Against Terror

Israelis mark Lag BaOmer with celebrations at Meron, honoring Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai’s legacy while emphasizing communal unity and resilience during ongoing threats from Hamas and regional terror groups.

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War

Israel Mobilizes Citizens for Emergency Preparedness Against Iranian Terror Threats

Israeli authorities intensify efforts to ensure civilian emergency preparedness, emphasizing collective action as Iranian-backed terror groups escalate threats following the October 7 Hamas attack and ongoing regional hostilities.

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Culture

Counting the Omer: A Testament to Israel’s Resilience and Heritage

Israel’s observance of the Omer period bridges ancient tradition and contemporary perseverance, highlighting collective identity and resilience amid ongoing security threats from Iranian-backed terrorist groups. Rituals connect national history, memory, and hope.

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