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Hamas and the Gaza Conflict

Comprehensive coverage of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, including hostage negotiations, military operations, and civilian protests in Gaza.

Hamas

Hamas – The Terrorist Organization Behind the October 7 Massacre

Hamas is a Palestinian terrorist organization that governs the Gaza Strip and operates with the explicit goal of destroying the State of Israel. Founded in 1987 as the Palestinian branch of the Muslim Brotherhood, Hamas has consistently rejected peace efforts, refused to recognize Israel’s right to exist, and pursued a strategy of violence, incitement, and terror.

Hamas is classified as a terrorist organization by the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Canada, and many other democratic nations. Its founding charter calls for the annihilation of Israel and the killing of Jews worldwide. This is not a nationalist movement—it is a fanatical, Islamist death cult.

October 7, 2023: The Deadliest Terror Attack in Israeli History

On October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorists crossed the border into southern Israel and carried out the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust. Over 1,200 innocent civilians were murdered in cold blood—babies, women, elderly Holocaust survivors. Entire families were executed in their homes. Dozens were raped, mutilated, and burned alive. More than 240 people were taken hostage into Gaza, including children and elderly women.

This brutal attack exposed the true face of Hamas: an organization driven not by justice, but by genocidal hate.

Hamas Tactics: Human Shields, Child Soldiers, and War Crimes

Hamas routinely commits war crimes. It launches rockets from schools, mosques, and densely populated civilian areas, using the people of Gaza as human shields. It steals humanitarian aid, turns hospitals into military bases, and indoctrinates Palestinian children in hate-filled textbooks and summer camps.

Hamas leaders live in luxury in Qatar and Turkey, while ordinary Gazans suffer under their oppressive rule. Every time there is a war in Gaza, it is because Hamas chose to start it—firing rockets into Israel, kidnapping soldiers, or staging deadly infiltrations.

The Reality: Hamas Is the Greatest Threat to Peace for Israelis and Palestinians Alike

There can be no peace or freedom while Hamas remains in power. It suppresses dissent, crushes civil society, persecutes minorities, and sabotages any chance of Palestinian progress. It doesn’t seek coexistence—it seeks conquest.

Ending Hamas rule is not only an Israeli security necessity—it is a moral imperative for the entire free world.


Helicopter carrying the hostages.
7 more Hostages on their way home

IDF Spokesperson: Hostages Gadi Mozes and Five Thai Civilians are on Their Way to Hospitals

The IDF Spokesperson announced that Gadi Moshe Moses, along with five Thai civilians returning home, are currently being airlifted by IDF helicopters to hospitals for medical treatment.

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Agam Berger meets her family

Endless relief and joy

WATCH: Agam Berger breaks down when she sees her brother, "You're so tall, as tall as dad!" 

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Agam Berger finally reunited with her fellow soldiers

We won't stop, till they are all home

WATCH: Finally together again - Agam Berger reunites with freed IDF observers in heartwarming reunion 

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What a Kiddush Hashem!

"I Chose the Path of Faith": Freed Hostage Agam Berger's Moving Message from IDF Helicopter

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A 3 hour delay

Change of Plan: Israel to release Palestinian prisoners at 5pm today

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Actions have consequences

BREAKING: Israel suspends prisoner release after shocking footage from hostage Arbel Yehud's release

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Released hostages prepare to be reunited with Agam Berger following her release

The Reunited IDF Hostage Observers: A Bond Forged in Captivity

Released IDF Observers Prepare to Reunite with fellow hostage, Agam Berger

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Thai hostages who were freed from Hamas captivity, from left to right, Surasak Lumnau, Sathian Suwannakham, Bannawat Saethao, Watchara Sriaoun and Pongsak Thaenna, hold the Thailand flag

After nearly 500 days in hell

Hamas just released 5 Thai hostages – here's what we know about them

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"Anyone who dares to harm our hostages - their blood is on their own head."

Benjamin Netanyahu reacts to the Horrific Video of Arbel Yehud Led Through the Bloodthirsty Gaza Crowd

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They're coming home!

UPDATE: The seven hostages have now been transferred to an IDF and Shin Bet force in the Gaza Strip

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Devastating footage

Freedom's Bitter Path: Arbel Yehud's Walk Through Darkness

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Arbel walking through crowds

Very scary situation

WATCH: True cruelty-  Arbel Yehud led through bloodthirsty Gaza crowd

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Welcome home sign for freed IDF hostage Agam Berger

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WATCH: Freed hostage Agam Berger embraces her parents

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Agam Berger is back in Israel

Welcome home!

INCREDIBLE! First pictures of freed hostage Agam Berger on Israeli soil

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Liri Albag prepares to welcome fellow Hamas hostage back home

Today's Sacred Pause: Joy silences our fear

Just for today, let's not think about what we paid for this crazy deal

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Agam Berger with her violin

How we have waited for this!

Family of Released Israeli Hostage Agam Berger: 'Our Hero Has Returned'

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Helicopter ready for takeoff, with hostages.

That's Good To Know

WATCH: Air Force prepared to take hostages home

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Great news indeed

Why the IDF kept key Hamas kidnapper's death a secret – until now

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Agam Berger being released from captivity.

Listen, and Take It In

LISTEN: "Lake of Memories": The Song Composed For Agam Berger while in captivity

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Palestinian Islamic Jihad convoy.

Their Nightmare Is Ending

WATCH: Palestinian Islamic Jihad prepares to release Gadi Mozes and Arbel Yehoud, along with the Thai hostages

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