Daily Summary
Israeli government approves support package for survivors of October 7 music festival attacks
February 27, 2024 — The Israeli government greenlit a targeted support package to aid survivors of the festivals held in southern regions during the October 7 tragedy.
IDF spokesman reaffirms nation’s efforts to dismantle Hamas, rescue hostages
February 26, 2024 — In an op-ed for The Wall Street Journal, IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari articulated Israel's mission in the Gaza conflict: the dismantling of Hamas and the safe return of hostages.
Netanyahu presents plan for post-war Gaza
February 23, 2024 — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu submitted his "day after" Hamas proposal to the Political-Security Cabinet on Thursday evening, aiming for broad approval.
Israeli terror attack kills one, wounds eight; three terrorists eliminated
February 22, 2024 — In an incident along Highway 1 near Ma'ale Adumim just outside Jerusalem, Israel Police reported one Israeli killed and eight wounded, including three severely, in gunfire early Thursday morning.
Horrifying report on Oct. 7 Hamas violence released
February 21, 2024 — A comprehensive analysis of multiple testimonies concerning the October 7 massacre, particularly focusing on instances of sexual violence perpetrated by Hamas, has been disclosed.
Prime Minister releases statement rejecting external recognition of Palestinian state
February 20, 2024 — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a resolute statement, detailing Israel's diplomatic endeavors and firm stance amidst international pressures.
Israel expects several more weeks of fighting in Gaza
February 19, 2024 — Jerusalem anticipates that the intense conflict in Gaza will persist for another six to eight weeks, including within Rafah city, before a reduction in military efforts, as reported by Reuters on Monday.
Two killed, others wounded in southern Israel terrorist shooting attack
February 16, 2024 — In a suspected shooting attack on Highway 40 near Bnei Re'em in southern Israel on Friday, two individuals were killed, two were seriously wounded, one was moderately wounded and another was lightly wounded.
Israel moving forward with Rafah military operation in Gaza
February 15, 2024 — Israel's determination to maintain its military operation in Gaza's Rafah persists despite escalating calls for caution in deploying troops to the densely populated southern city.
Former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo visits Israel, celebrates hostage rescue
February 14, 2024 — Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo traveled on a solidarity mission to Israel, arriving on Monday, just as Israeli special forces executed a daring rescue operation in Rafah, Gaza Strip. The mission successfully liberated two Israeli hostages and eliminated their Hamas captors.
3 fallen soldiers named who were killed in Gaza blast
February 13, 2024 — In the southern Gaza Strip, a commander and two soldiers lost their lives in combat against Hamas, the military reported Tuesday. This incident marked the 130th day of Israel's ongoing conflict with the group. Truce negotiations loomed as Israeli forces prepared for a potential advance into Rafah, a city in southern Gaza.
2 rescued hostages reunited with family members in Israel
February 12, 2024 — Following a daring rescue operation by the IDF, Fernando Marman and Louis Har, elderly hostages, were joyfully reunited with their families. Louis, visibly shaken but grateful, underwent medical examinations after the operation. Idan Bejerano, Louis's son-in-law, recounted the tense moments leading to their rescue and Louis's concern for his loved ones, even remembering his son-in-law's birthday.
