Israel
Ex-hostage recounts We tried to escape through streets of Gaza
May 9, 2025 — Freed hostage Eliya Cohen recounted his attempt with other hostages to escape until they were recognized as Jews by a Gazan civilian. ‘Everyone is Gaza supports this.’
Rules in Gaza to change very soon Netanyahu warns Hamas
May 9, 2025 — IDF troops continue to operate across the Strip ahead of the expected launch of “Operation Gideon’s Chariots.”
IDF destroys major Hezbollah command hub hidden beneath Beaufort Ridge
May 8, 2025 — Airstrike targets weapons, terrorists, and tunnel shafts in key Hezbollah site; IDF says underground facility now inoperable and vows continued action to thwart threats.
US Ambassador Mike Huckabee holds first official West Bank meeting with settler leaders
May 8, 2025 — During tour of ancient site of Shiloh, envoy praises Jewish settlers, invokes biblical claims to the land and says those who oppose them ‘do not stand with God,’ marking a sharp departure from previous American diplomatic protocol
IDF to receive twenty Tigerbulance armored ambulances for advanced medical care
May 7, 2025 — These vehicles, equipped with the latest medical technology, are designed to evacuate injured soldiers even under fire.
Netanyahu to Hamas Well tear you apart
May 7, 2025 — After overseeing strikes at Sana’a airport, PM states, ‘Whoever attacks us – we will pay him back sevenfold. This is true for the Houthis, this is true for Hamas, this is true for Hezbollah. This is also true for Iran.’
Official IDF to launch major Gaza op if no deal signed by end of Trumps Mideast visit
May 6, 2025 — Senior defense official says Palestinian civilians to be evacuated to new Hamas-free ‘sterile zone’ in Strip’s south, where aid will be delivered under new mechanism
IDF planning major shift in Gaza aid delivery in bid to thwart Hamas diversion
May 6, 2025 — Army recommending that aid again be let into Strip to prevent possible starvation, but Arab official briefed on plan concerned about chance for success, humanitarian implications
20 Israeli fighter jets strike in Yemen after Houthi missile hits Ben Gurion Airport
May 6, 2025 — IDF says 50 munitions dropped on Hodeidah port, nearby concrete factory, in a ‘blow’ to Houthi economy and military; Israeli officials: Attack coordinated with US
Netanyahu Gideons Chariots to seize hold Gaza ground
May 6, 2025 — PM says Israel’s Gaza offensive will intensify; IDF will not retreat from captured areas and aims to defeat Hamas, rescue hostages.
After Houthi strike near Israels main airport officials signal shift Time for restraint is over
May 5, 2025 — Israel will respond to Houthi missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport, officials say, after flight cancellations; Netanyahu echoes Trump’s past warning that Iran would face consequences
In 4th attack in a day IDF says Houthi missile intercepted triggering Jerusalem sirens
May 5, 2025 — No damage or injuries reported after latest projectile fired from Yemen; military also says Air Force intercepted drone heading for Israel; US strikes Sanaa, neighboring districts
