Israel's Rafah operation may not weaken Hamas
An Israeli operation in the southern Gazan city is raising diplomatic and humanitarian concerns.
Hamas Is to Blame for Israel's Rafah Operation
As a Palestinian human rights activist, I feel compelled to weigh in on the ongoing military operation in Rafah, which has been often misrepresented in various circles.
Netanyahu's outraged response after report of pending US sanctions on IDF
The Israeli prime minister issued a statement after a report claimed the U.S. plans to blacklist an IDF unit for alleged human rights violations in Gaza.
How do Israel and Iran's militaries compare?
The IDF is highly trained and experienced, while Iran's large population is reflected in its standing regular military strength of some 420,000 personnel.
Donald Trump makes bold claim about Iranian attack on Israel
"God bless the people of Israel," the former president said during a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday.
Israel's Intelligence Agencies and Military Need More Civilian Oversight
The failures of Israel's intelligence community to learn of the coordinated Hamas assault on Oct. 7 and prevent it underscores the need for comprehensive reforms to Israel's intelligence community.
Mia Khalifa calls out White House staffer
The ex-adult film star slammed John Kirby's response to the seven aid workers killed by an Israeli airstrike Wednesday.
Israel's Attack on Rafah Must Proceed. Here's Why
Although the perpetrators may have changed 80 years later, Hamas' monstrous savagery and agenda is no different to the Nazis.
Hezbollah "ready to resist" new Israeli unit sent to Lebanon, Syria borders
IDF Brigadier General Zion Ratzon said the new Heharim Brigade will operate "on both fronts simultaneously—Lebanon and Syria."
Israel reins in Hamas rocket threat but now faces a more united foe
"These groups are coming together to defend against the overwhelming strength of the Israeli military," one expert told Newsweek.
I was a child in Gaza and witnessed the brutal realities of life
Wedding music mixed with shouts. I watched over the balcony edge as armed men in black poured out of vehicles.
Israel braces as Hamas sets sights on Jerusalem for Ramadan
"The Palestinians will not allow extremists to monopolize Al-Aqsa Mosque and the holy city," a Hamas official told Newsweek.
Cornered in Gaza, 3 key Hamas leaders plan to fight to the end
Even if the IDF manages to kill Hamas' top figures, an official from the group told Newsweek that it "will not stop the battle."
Hospitals Are Protected by International Law but They Can't be 'Off Limits'
In Gaza, in almost every hospital the IDF has arrived at, it has uncovered and published military use by Hamas.
Joe Biden's impotence over Israel "embarrassing": Ahmad Tibi
The leading Arab Israeli politician told Newsweek that the White House has abdicated its traditional role as arbiter in the intractable conflict.
Israel suffers biggest daily loss of soldiers since conflict began
Israel said that 21 of its reservists were killed in an attack in Gaza on Monday. Another three were killed in a separate incident in the Palestinian territory.
Israeli parliament stormed by hostages' families
"You won't sit here while they are dying there," relatives of those taken by Hamas shouted at lawmakers in the Knesset.
In Time of Need, Will These Men Serve Their Country?
Fifty percent of Israelis do not serve in the IDF and only 1 percent of Israelis serve in the reserves. This is the result of the exemption given to ultra-Orthodox Jews, Israeli-Arabs who mostly do not serve, and health exemptions that are given out annually.
Ex-Netanyahu aide predicts how long Israel's "cleaning" of Gaza will last
Israeli forces will continue operations in the devastated Strip "every day" for the foreseeable future, former national security adviser Yaakov Amidror said.
Inside Israel's deadly drone campaign in Gaza
"They are the choice weapon for accurate, legal strikes," one Israeli drone operator told Newsweek.
Hamas killed my daughter. My husband is still a hostage
He was one of the strongest people I know, but on that day, he was a broken man.
Starbucks, McDonald's tumultuous year of boycotts
Boycotts against Starbucks and McDonald's over the Israel-Hamas conflict stir global ethical debates.
Israel issues stark warning amid renewed Gaza offensive: "No immunity"
Israel will not "fight with both hands tied" in southern Gaza, government spokesperson Eylon Levy told Newsweek.
Photos show emotional moment Israeli hostages reunited with families
A third group of hostages is expected to be released from Gaza on Sunday as part of the fragile truce between Israel and militant group Hamas.
Israel says Hamas ceasefire violated after 15 minutes
The Israel Defense Forces told Newsweek it intercepted a rocket that was fired from the Gaza Strip at 7:15 a.m. local time.
What Israel says it found in Shifa Hospital
Israel claims to have found automatic rifles, Hamas flak vests and a laptop it says constitutes a militant "operational headquarters"—but so far no tunnels.
Israel-Hamas Shifa Hospital clashes: What we know, what we don't
Like much of the conflict so far, accounts of the Israeli raid on Gaza's largest hospital have been plagued by conflicting narratives.
Who is Noa Marciano? Hamas video confirms Israeli hostage death
"The Hamas terrorist organization continues to exploit psychological terrorism and act inhumanely, through videos and photos of the hostages," the IDF said.
The IDF Reservists Fighting in Gaza Will Fight Netanyahu After the War
Even as the war in Gaza rages on, it is widely anticipated in Israel that its conclusion will usher in a political upheaval.
Israel discovers never-before-seen weapons in Gaza
Israeli Defense Forces have targeted hundreds of miles of underground infrastructure that Hamas has built up over decades.