Initial Investigation: Hamas Lookouts Saw IDF Forces, Led to Hostages' Execution

Sirens were heard in the Western Galilee after several UAVs crossed from Lebanon and impacts were identified in the Abirim area. In response, the IDF attacked Hezbollah military structures in southern Lebanon.

After Palestinian media reported that an American citizen participating in a demonstration in the town of Beita was killed by gunfire, the IDF spokesperson said that the forces fired at an agitator who threw stones at them: "The details of the incident and the circumstances of the injury are under review."

Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi conducted a situation assessment and tour on the Golan Heights border and said, "The IDF is highly focused on fighting Hezbollah and is simultaneously preparing for offensive moves within the area."

A 42-year-old Palestinian collided with his vehicle into a police patrol car that was engaged in operational activities near the settlement of Eli in Samaria.

Several terrorists were killed in the strike, including a battalion commander who participated in the October 7 massacre and another battalion commander who was responsible for firing anti-tank missiles and mortars into Israeli territory and against IDF forces.

The German Bild published a document which appears to have been found on Sinwar's computer, and which contains instructions on how to pressure Israel into a deal.

In the weeks following the IDF's preemptive strike on Hezbollah's planned revenge for the assassination of its military leader, signs are emerging of exhaustion on the terrorist side.

Israelis are devastated and furious, in equal parts, and they are begging Netanyahu to bring their hostages home, as Hamas increases its propaganda efforts.

From refugee camps to city streets, a deadly game of cat and mouse unfolds as Hamas operatives face an invisible threat.

The Iron Beam laser-based anti-missile defense system has reportedly passed an important test this week, though the system is not expected to be operational until the end of 2025 at the earliest.

Hamas rocket fire has dropped significantly from about 60 in July and August to just three in the past two and a half weeks. The IDF thinks they know why.

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is expected to meet with senior defense leaders to discuss possible next steps against Hamas, as hostage negotiations appear to stall.