Gaza City

IDF, Shin Bet kill two Hamas Oct. 7 commanders who kidnapped, held Gaza hostages in weekend strikes

One of the commanders, Adham Ibrahim Sha'aban Nasman, held several former hostages, including Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, Ziv and Gali Berman, Eitan Mor, Matan Angrest, and Omri Miran.

An IDF infographic detailing the biography of Hamas terrorist Adham Ibrahim Sha'aban Nasman, who held several Gaza hostages captive, published July 21, 2026.
Moroccan Apache helicopters take part in the "African Lion" joint military exercise between US and Moroccan forces in the Tan-Tan region in southwestern Morocco on May 8, 2026.

Why Morocco's commitment is a major milestone for the US peace plan in Gaza - analysis

Pineapple filled with cigarettes intended to be smuggled across the border into Gaza.

Pineapples stuffed with thousands of smuggled cigarettes intercepted by IDF at Gaza crossing

A woman walks past a mural depicting football player Lamine Yamal waving a Palestinian flag during the Catalans' title parade, painted by Palestinian artists on the rubble of buildings destroyed during the war, at Shati (Beach) refugee camp in Gaza City on May 13, 2026.

Hamas dissolution of Gaza government is a trick to keep weapons, expert warns


Zamir: IDF 'must not underestimate the enemy'

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir toured Gaza, urging vigilance and praising troops in Operation Gideon’s Chariots II while stressing the goals of defeating Hamas and freeing hostages.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen Eyal Zamir (center) conducts a field tour with other senior officers in the Gaza Strip, September 30, 2025.

IDF destroys over 1,000 buildings, kills under 200 Hamas terrorists in Gaza City

There are also reports that a few hundred Palestinian civilians have been killed. Although the IDF has disputed these reports, it has not provided counter-numbers so far.

IDF soliers operate in the Gaza Strip, September 28, 2025.

IDF, Shin Bet kill Hamas deputy commander who participated in hostage release parades

He also carried out numerous attacks on IDF soldiers operating in Gaza, including sniper and anti-tank fire. 

IDF kills Musa Shaldan, the deputy commander of Hamas’ Zeitun Battalion.

'Cannot allow politics to thwart the plan,' Israeli and world officials applaud Trump's Gaza plan

Herzog also emphasized that Hamas must also agree to the plan in order to "allow a future of hope for the peoples of the region."

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump meet in the White House, September 29, 2025.

Over 800,000 Palestinians flee Gaza City as Hamas grip weakens

Hamas's efforts to prevent civilians from evacuating northern Gaza are failing, as thousands continue to head south daily amid Israeli military maneuvers.

Palestinians move from the Shujaiya neighborhood after the Israeli army ordered its evacuation due to Hamas rocket fire, in Gaza. April 3, 2025.

Gaza clans struck after refusing Israeli offers to govern Gaza, undermine Hamas – report

Israeli intelligence reportedly approached powerful Gaza clans with offers of support in exchange for turning against Hamas. Their refusal was followed by deadly airstrikes from Israel.

Destruction after an Israeli airstrike on a house in the Nuseirat refugee camp, west of Gaza City, September 27, 2025.

WATCH: IDF strikes 140 terror targets across Gaza, ramps up Gaza City offensive

IAF aircraft eliminated a terrorist cell that fired an RPG at IDF soldiers

IDF soliers operate in the Gaza Strip, September 28, 2025.

Katz: Gaza will be destroyed, Hamas eliminated if terror group does not disarm, return all hostages

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Hamas to disarm and release hostages as the IDF gains control of over half of Gaza City and demolishes terror infrastructure.

Defense Minister Israel Katz on a tour in the Gaza Strip, August 5, 2025.

IDF controls over half of Gaza City as 800,000 residents flee the area - Southern Command

In recent days, the IDF has expanded the scope of strikes across Gaza City, targeting more than 140 sites each night.

Smoke rises during an Israeli military operation in Gaza City, as seen from the central Gaza Strip September 27, 2025.

IDF evacuation of Gaza City reaches 700,000 civilians

Although approximately 300,000 Palestinian civilians remain, the general population is continuing to evacuate.

Palestinians evacuating amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas travel on a vehicle in Khan Younis in the Southern Gaza Strip May 6, 2024.