Day 40 of the war:
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed an operation inside part of the Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, the largest medical facility in the Strip, targeting the terrorist organization Hamas. The Israelis were opening a corridor for civilians to flee and to allow the transfer of medical equipment, such as incubators for newborns.
American intelligence also confirmed Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) are using Al-Shifa and other hospitals for military activities and the holding of hostages, according to US National Security Spokesperson, Rear Admiral John Kirby.
US President Joe Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu again, a readout said the two "discussed at length ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, including many children and a number of Americans."
'Tactical pause' for humanitarian purposes announced by IDF
The IDF announced a "a tactical pause of military operation for humanitarian purposes between 10:00-14:00" in the Al-Salam and Al-Nour neighborhoods in the Gaza Strip.
In addition, evacuation corridors southward were to remain open until 4pm local time, per the IDF announcement.
"Residents that are being blocked from evacuation by Hamas are able to contact the IDF," the statement added.
No hostages have been found around the compound of Shifa Hospital - report
CENTCOM commander, General Kurilla, meets Saudi military chief
Families of abductees continue march to Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem
IDF engages in "precise and targeted"operation inside Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City
09:07 AM
Everyone in Al-Shifa hospital requested to evacuate - Arab report
The IDF has asked everyone in al-Shifa Hospital to gather in the middle of the facility's eastern section in preparation for an evacuation, according to the Al-Araby Al-Jadeed news site.
IDF encountered terrorist squads and explosives, before entering Shifa hospital
The IDF updated on Monday morning that a targeted operation against the terrorist organization Hamas in the Al-Shifa Hospital was still underway.
"We can confirm that incubators, baby food, and medical supplies brought by IDF tanks from Israel have successfully reached the Shifa hospital," the statement said, adding "our medical teams and Arabic-speaking soldiers are on the ground to ensure that these supplies reach those in need."
Before entering a certain complex of the hospital, based on intelligence of terror activity, the IDF "encountered explosives and terrorist squads."
Additionally, the IDF informed that a Hamas training base was successfully raided on Tuesday, finding tunnel shafts and military equipment, including RPGs and intelligence documents.
Iran was providing specialized training to Hamas ahead of Oct 7 - report
The latest document revealed to the media alleged that Iran provided specialized technical training to the terrorist organization Hamas, ahead of the October 7 massacres, according to a document seen by CNN.
The digital document, obtained by CNN from Israeli officials, showed a request by Hamas from July to have its operatives study at Iranian universities.
Israeli officials and some former US intelligence officials said it was evidence that " Iran was seeking to provide technical training that would help Hamas produce its own weaponry."
Troop entry into Al-Shifa hospital "more of a media challenge than military one"
An Israeli security official stated the Al-Shifa hospital operation would start small, and "expand as necessary," according to Israel's Army Radio Galatz.
"The entry of troops into Shifa is more of a media challenge than a military one," the official told Army Radio.
"The decision – we enter Shifa only if we clearly know where, and what exactly is there, as we did at Rantisi Hospital – only when we knew exactly what was in its basement," the source concluded.
US increases military aid to Israel - report
The USPentagon increased its military aid being provided to Israel, according to a Bloomberg report. The supply list includes various munitions, vehicles, and equipment like night-vision devices.
IDF releases photos two soldiers, Yedidya Asher Lev and Omri Yosef David, killed in combat inside Gaza
Israel approves the refueling of UNRWA trucks in the Gaza Strip
A spokeswoman for the Coordinator of Government Operations in the Territories COGAT announced Wednesday that UN trucks transporting humanitarian equipment from the Rafah Crossing to the southern Gaza Strip will be refueled.
Biden, Netanyahu discuss 'at length' the efforts to release hostages held by Hamas
6:00 AM IDF confirms Shifa operation
In a statement, the IDF said: "Based on intelligence information and an operational necessity, IDF forces are carrying out a precise and targeted operation against Hamas in a specified area in the Shifa hospital."
05:57 AM
Four IDF soldiers were seriously injured in battles.
An officer from the 82nd Battalion, 7th Brigade, was seriously injured in battles in the northern Gaza Strip, and a soldier from the Shaked Battalion, Givati Brigade, was seriously injured in battles in the northern Gaza Strip.
In addition, a soldier from the 932nd Battalion, Nahal Brigade, and a commander of the Military Engineering School were seriously injured in battles in the northern Gaza Strip. The soldiers are receiving treatment in the hospital, and their families have been notified.
05:57:
Two IDF soldiers fell Tuesday in the Gaza Strip
Captain (res.) Omri Yosef David, 27, from Karmiel, deputy commander of a platoon in the 9217th Battalion, 12th Brigade (Negev Brigade), fell yesterday (Tuesday) in battles in the northern Gaza Strip.
Captain Yedidya Asher Lev, 26, from Tal Menashe, deputy commander of a platoon in the Shaked Battalion, Givati Brigade, fell yesterday (Tuesday) in battles in the northern Gaza Strip.
04:22 AM
Statement from the White House spokesperson: "We do not support air attacks on hospitals, and we also do not want to see gun battles in hospital corridors where innocent people, unarmed and sick individuals seeking medical treatment, are caught in the crossfire. Hospitals and patients must be protected."
03:37 AM
UN trucks carrying humanitarian aid from the Rafah crossing to the southern Gaza Strip will be fueled today (Wednesday) at the Rafah crossing. This is in response to the request of the American government and in coordination with the security authorities on the matter.
03:18:
Report from Gaza: IDF tanks are in the courtyard of Shifa Complex. Simultaneously, there are reports of gunfire.
02:52:
Reports from Gaza of gunfire inside the staircases of Shifa Complex.
02:45:
IDF spokesperson in English on Shifa radi: "IDF forces include medical teams and Arabic speakers who have undergone specific training for this complex and sensitive environment, with the intention of minimizing harm to civilians using Hamas as a human shield."
Yesterday, the IDF conveyed once again to relevant parties in Gaza that all military activity within the hospital must cease within 12 hours. The IDF added that they "call on all Hamas terrorists in the hospital to surrender."
02:05: IDF spokesperson confirmed the details of IDF activity in Shifa Hospital in the Gaza Strip. At this time, IDF forces are operating against the Hamas terrorist organization in a specific part of Shifa Hospital. The operation is based on intelligence information and operational necessity.
The IDF emphasizes that the operation is not intended to harm patients, medical staff, and civilians residing in the hospital. A pre-operation effort was made to evacuate patients and civilians, and a special passage was opened for this purpose. The hospital administration was informed well in advance of the entry. In the continuation of the operation, incubators, medical equipment, and baby food are expected to be transferred to the hospital.
01:41 AM
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau: "The killing of women, children, and infants in the Gaza Strip must stop."
01:15 AM
In the Hamas Health Ministry, they claim that the IDF apparently officially informed them of its intention to enter Shifa Hospital "within minutes." Arab media reports that the IDF is preparing to enter the complex to conduct a search operation.
November 14
IDF reports intercepting launch towards Eilat with "Arrow" system in the Red Sea
US Congressman Ritchie Torres at the rally in Washington D.C.: "The US-Israel relationship is encoded in our national DNA"
07:59 PM
🚨Rocket alert sounds in Israeli towns near Gaza, and southernmost city of Eilat
Hamas claims Gaza death toll hits 11,320
Huge turnout as pro-Israel protest kicks off in Washington D.C.
IDF reports attacking Hezbollah's observation post in Lebanon
The military also stated that rocket launches were detected on Tuesday towards the Har Dov, Margaliot and Mashgav areas. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said to have hit the sources of the attacks.
US Deputy Assistant to the President and Coordinator for the MENA, McGurk to visit Israel, the West Bank, Jordan, Gulf states
In Israel, McGurk plans to discuss Israel's "security needs, the imperative of protecting civilians in the course of military operations, as well as ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages, and the need to rein in violent extremist settlers in the West Bank."
He is said to visit the West Bank in order to speak about the White House's aid to the Palestinians as well as "the need for reforms to promote long-term stability in both the West Bank and Gaza."
McGurk will talk to the Qatari counterparts on hostages release, including the US citizens held in Hamas captivity.
In the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, he is said to address the prospects of Israel-Hamas war spillover in the region, "efforts to contain the conflict against Hamas, and deterrence against any state or non-state group seeking its expansion, as well as USsecurity assistance to our Gulf Cooperation Council partners."
Israel's PM Netanyahu: If and when there is something specific to report on regarding Hamas hostages release, "we will do it"
"Our hearts are always with the abductees and their families. Since the beginning of the war, we have been working continuously to free our hostages, including exerting increasing pressure since the beginning of the ground manoeuvre."
The statement comes as USPresident on Tuesday reportedly said: "Hang in there, we're coming," regarding the hostages situation. "I've been talking to the people involved every single day. I believe it's going to happen, but I don't want to get into any detail," Biden added.
Rocket alert sounds in Israeli towns near Gaza
Rocket impact in Tel Aviv
IDF reports 162 Division taking operational control over Al-Shati camp in Gaza
"The forces of the 162 Division are striking Hamas infrastructure and its operational capabilities. So far, the division forces have located more than 160 tunnel shafts and struck approximately 2,800 terrorist infrastructure. In the Gaza Strip, the 162 Division secured strategic Hamas assets, including the Force 17 outpost, the Hamas security quarter, Rantisi Hospital used by Hamas for military activities and holding hostages, and the Bader outpost."
IDF Spokesperson162 Division in Gaza, November 14.
Israel's FM: UN's Secretary General Antonio Guterres not fit for the role
Six Hamas terrorists killed overnight in clashes with IDF in West Bank
09:01 AM
IDF uncovers terror tunnel shaft in a mosque
Israeli army statement: "During ground operations, IDF troops uncovered a terror tunnel shaft located in a mosque in the Gaza Strip. Following the guidance of ground troops, IDF fighter jets, and helicopters struck a terrorist cell that launched anti-tank missiles at the soldiers.
Over the past day, the IAF struck 200 terror targets, including terrorist operatives, weapon production sites, anti-tank missile launchers, and operational command centers.
Overnight, Israeli naval soldiers struck a military camp used by Hamas' naval forces for training and weapons storage."
Hostage deal reportedly close - US media
Israel and Hamas are reportedly close to finalizing a deal to exchange Palestinian prisoners in Israel for Israeli women and children being held hostage by Hamas in Gaza, according to Washington Post columnist David Ignatius
🚨Rocket alert sounds in Israeli towns near Gaza
US State Department Spokesperson: "We'd like to see all the people who are calling Israel to take steps to protect the hospitals, call Hamas to vacate the hospitals, and stop using civilians as human shields."
Body of Vivian Silver, Leader of "Women Making Peace," Identified After Month-Long Search
The body of Vivian Silver, a prominent resident of Kibbutz Beeri, was identified late Monday night, over a month after she was initially reported missing.
What was initially defined as a kidnapping by Hamas has now been confirmed as a murder.
🚨Rocket alert sirens sound in Gaza border communities
IDF announces deaths of Staff Sergeant Roee Marom and Master Sergeant Raz Abulafia, bringing total number of soldiers killed in Gaza to 48
IDF raids find large terrorist infrastructure, weaponry among civilian population
The IDF raided the Gaza home of a senior member of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), locating a large stash of military equipment in a child's room.
In another operation in the Beit Hanon area of the Gaza Strip, intelligence materials and explosives were located, as well as a tunnel shaft.
While operating in the al-Shati area, a large terrorist infrastructure with many incendiary materials and explosives was uncovered, located in central government institutions such as schools, universities, mosques, and homes. In addition, dozens of weapons were confiscated, along with explosives and operative plans of Hamas.
IDF discloses 2 fallen commandos in northern Gaza fighting
The IDF disclosed the names of two fallen soldiers, the special unit commandos were killed during heavy fighting in the northern Gaza Strip.
Major Isachar Natan, 28, from Kiryat Malachi, a combat officer.
Staff Sergeant Itay Shoham, 21, from Rosh HaAyin, a combat fighter.
US strikes kill 6-7 Iranian proxy fighters in Syria, explosions last 2 hours due to large munition storage - report
Update from IDF spokesperson
Red Cross official on why no contact with hostages has been made
IDF has a plan in place to "change the security situation" in northern Israel, spokesman says in message to Hezbollah
08:34 PM
Montreal's Jewish community is "under attack," mayor says after yeshiva targeted by gunfire for 2nd time
Over 20 Hamas terrorists in Gaza captured by IDF, taken to Israel for interrogation
07:28 PM
German chancellor opposed to 'immediate' ceasefire in Gaza
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Sunday he was opposed to an "immediate" ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, as calls for a halt to the conflict multiply globally following Israeli army's bombardments.
"I freely admit that I don't think the calls for an immediate ceasefire or long pause, which would amount to the same thing, are right, because that would mean ultimately that Israel leaves Hamas the possibility of recovering and obtaining new missiles," he said in a debate organized by the German regional daily Heilbronner Stimme.
IDF publishes communications showing it tried providing 300 liters of fuel to Shifa Hospital, yet Hamas foiled the transfer
Pentagon announces 5 US military personnel killed in a plane crash while refueling in eastern Mediterranean
05:36 PM
Israel's Netanyahu tells NBC there 'could be' potential deal to free hostages
"We heard that there was an impending deal of this kind or of that kind and then we learned that it was all hokum. But the minute we started the ground operation, that began to change," Netanyahu told NBC show "Meet the Press."
Asked whether there is a potential deal to free more of the hostages being held by Hamas militants, Netanyahu replied: "There could be."
04:36 PM
Netanyahu: Did people ask Franklin Roosevelt after Pearl Harbor?
Addressing the topic of the failures leading up to October 7, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu resorted to historical analogies: "Did people ask Franklin Roosevelt after Pearl Harbor? Did people ask George W. Bush after 9/11? I'm going to be asked tough questions, we now have to unite the country for one purpose alone," he told CNN.
"I created a unity government, the country is united like never before. I'm going to answer all the questions that are required, including the responsibility, there'll be enough time for that after the war, let's focus on victory. That's my responsibility."
IDF strikes Lebanon terror squad behind latest rocket volley on northern Israel
Rocket alert sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona, other Lebanese border communities
France's Macron says he 'unequivocally supports the State of Israel and its right to self-defense'
The statement follows Emmanuel Macron's interview to BBC where he urged Israel to stop killing women and babies. Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu said this comment represents "a grave factual and moral mistake"
IDF reports capturing al-Karameh area between Beit Hanoun and Jabaliya, in northern Gaza, destroying Hamas infrastructure
Yad Vashem Chairman Dani Dayan to visit universities across the US amid the rise of antisemitism
France's Macron: 'France where Jewish citizens are afraid is not France'
The statement comes as Paris observes a march against antisemitism. Right-wing politicians are said to join, while the left-wing is split over the event.
02:23 PM
Rocket alert sirens sound in Shtula, other Lebanese border communities
UK Defense Secretary Shapps: 'Israel is going out of its way to try and protect civilians [in Gaza]'
"If that terrorist attack a month ago had been on Britain and 1,400 Brits had lost their lives, the idea that we wouldn't pursue the terrorist organization when we knew where they were and that anyone would tell Britain that we shouldn't do that, I think would be rather improbable and extraordinary, and therefore Israel do have a right to do that."
Lebanese terrorist organization Hezbollah takes responsibility for missile attack
Israel ready to evacuate babies from Gaza hospital - report
The IDF said it was ready to evacuate babies from Al-Shifa, Gaza's largest hospital, where newborns reportedly died and others were at risk after fuel ran out, according to Reuters.
UAE plans to maintain ties with Israel despite Gaza outcry - Reuters
Top UN envoy says Hamas "entitled to embrace resistance" and Israel should make peace with the terrorist organization
The UN's special rapporteur on human rights in the occupied Palestinian territory, Francesca Albanese, said Sunday that Israel should make peace with the terrorist organization Hamas.
"It needs to make peace with Hamas in order to not be threatened by Hamas," Albanese said during a series of speeches and media events in Australia.
Albanese went on to claim that Israel would use the war on Hamas as a pretext to displace Palestinians, "Once again, as in 1947-49 [the creation of the state of Israel], as in 1967 [when Israel captured Gaza and the West Bank in the Six-Day War] because this has always been the strategy of Israel."
"If someone violates your right to self-determination, you are entitled to embrace resistance," the UN's special rapporteur on human rights responded to a question about what people do not understand about Hamas.
"Violence breeds violence, and this is what we have seen here," the special envoy said in response to the October 7 massacres, in which children, women, elderly, and families were brutally murdered.
Hezbollah says 71 of its operatives have been killed by IDF fire
Jordan reportedly air drops second round of medical aid for field hospital in Gaza
Rocket alert sirens sound in Gaza border communities
Rocket alert sirens sound in Gaza border communities
WHO says it lost contact with "focal points" in Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza
IDF strikes terrorist infrastructure in Syria overnight, in response to rocket fire
IDF: Ground forces operating in Gaza have directed 5,000 strikes by the Air Force in order to 'thwart threats in real-time'
Initial reports of drone infiltration in the north as alert sounds in Cabri, near the Lebanese border
Riot police reportedly deployed to London's Chinatown as right-wing protesters clash with the security forces ahead of the pro-Palestinian march
IDF responds to a rocket launch towards the Margaliot area in northern Israel from Lebanese territory
Iran asks Muslim countries to label the IDF as a terrorist organization
Rocket alert sounds in Beer Sheva, other towns in Negev
PA's Abbas: Palestinians are facing an 'unmatched genocidal war'
Saudi Crown Prince condemns 'crimes' against Palestinians, calls for hostages release
Harir airbase in Iraq said to have been targeted by an armed drone - report
Right-wing demonstrators clash with London police ahead of pro-Palestinian march
Rocket alert sounds in Israeli towns near the border with Lebanon
Turkey's Erdogan: "Israel is trying our patience with delusions of promised land, including territory of our country, with threats to use nuclear weapons"
Almost 2,000 police officers said to be on duty with over 100,000 pro-Palestinian protesters expected to rally in London on Saturday
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Riyadh for the Arab-Islamic summit on Gaza
Pristina police to heighten security presence at the Sunday Kosovo-Israel game at Euro 2024 qualifier
IDF reported eliminating Ahmed Siam, responsible for holding approximately 1000 Gaza residents hostage at the Rantisi Hospital
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) aircraft struck Ahmed Siam, a commander of the Naser Radwan troops in Hamas. He was responsible for holding approximately 1000 Gazans hostage at the Rantisi Hospital in Gaza while not allowing them to evacuate.
Siam was killed while hiding at the "al Buraq" school with other terrorists.
Microsoft chief: Russia is behind Middle East disinformation
11:14 AM
Iranian President Raisi arrives in Saudi Arabia, exits the airplane wearing keffiyeh
IDF: No air infiltration detected in the north; a rocker fell in the open area near Margaliot
Hostages may be located under the Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza - Israeli official to WSJ
IDF opens evacuation corridors on Saturday, urges residents of Jabalia camp to move southwards
Initial reports of impact in Kiryat Shmona in the north
The alert comes after Hezbollah on Friday launched three explosive-laden drones at the IDF positions in the north. The authorities are asking the residents to stay in protected areas.
Rocket alert sirens sound in northern Israel as initial reports indicate UAV infiltration
Rocket alert sirens reported in Ashdod
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi reported saying that the time had come for action over the conflict in Gaza 'rather than talk'
The statement comes as Raisi heads to Saudi Arabia to attend a summit on the crisis.
US forces come under attack in Syria and Iran overnight
American bases continue to be under constant missile and drone attacks from Iran-backed proxy forces in Syria and Iraq.
IDF death toll from Gaza ground operation increases to 36
Military announces the death of Staff Sgt. Gilad Rozenblit, 21, a combat medic of the 401st Armored Brigade's 52nd Battalion, from the northern community of Ginegar.
After 10-hour battle, IDF takes over Hamas stronghold and uncovers tunnel shafts near a kindergarten
Video: Credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit
