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Israel's restraint in Gaza may give Hamas the opening it needs to take its power back - analysis

Shortly after criticism emerged from within the defense establishment over the pragmatism the government showed toward Trump's peace plan, a decision was made to completely halt targeted killings.

 Palestinians walk next to a destroyed Mosque from an Israeli airstrike in the southern Gaza Strip, on September 9, 2024
 Palestinians gather near a building damaged in an Israeli airstrike in Rafah, in the southern Gaza Strip March 9, 2024

Netanyahu, Katz silently approved reconstruction effort in Gaza Strip inside Yellow Line - report

 TRUCKS CROSS at Kerem Shalom, the main passage point for goods entering the Gaza Strip from Israel.

Nukhba terrorist who participated in Oct. 7 arrested while driving humanitarian aid truck

An Israeli tank patrols inside the Gaza Strip, as seen from the Israeli side of the border, June 21, 2026.

Are officials exaggerating Hamas threat to impact elections, push for new invasion? - analysis


Israel plans large camp for Palestinians in southern Gaza, retired general says

He does not speak on behalf of the IDF, which declined to comment. The Prime Minister's Office did not immediately provide comment on any plans to build a camp in Rafah.

Tents sheltering displaced Palestinians in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip.

Rafah Border Crossing will be test for Gaza’s next stage - analysis

Regional expectations are growing that the Rafah crossing will reopen this week, but doubts remain over how fully Israel will allow movement, as the ceasefire enters a critical stage.

A vehicle carries Egyptian soldiers near the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, in Rafah, Egypt, August 6, 2025

Officials criticize partial reopening of Rafah, baby left outside office in Hadera

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 

Palestinians walk surrounded by the rubble of houses destroyed in Israeli strikes during the war, in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, January 22, 2026

The cost of risk: Why Israel’s security voice must outweigh Davos technocrats - editorial

When decisions fail, it is Israeli towns that come under fire, Israeli soldiers who are deployed, and Israeli civilians who run to shelters. That reality alone justifies giving Israel greater weight.

 An Iron Dome launcher fires an interceptor missile as rockets are fired from Gaza, in Sderot, Israel, May 10, 2023.

IDF Menashe Brigade reservist dies from wounds sustained in Gaza fighting

The IDF said that Master Sergeant (res.) Asael Babad, 38, was severely injured during combat in Rafah on October 19 of last year.

Sergeant-Major (res.) Asael Babad.

IDF, Shin Bet reveal details of secret Gaza City mission to recover Oron Shaul's remains

In a series of clandestine operations, the IDF and Shin Bet put together more and more pieces of a complex puzzle until they located Shaul's remains. 

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

IDF strikes Hamas, Islamic Jihad targets in Gaza in response to ceasefire violations

At this time, the IDF did not name the targeted terrorists. However, Hamas-affiliated sources reported that the IDF killed targets in homes belonging to the al Huli and al Jarou families.

PEOPLE WALK amid the rubble of destroyed buildings at the Nuseirat camp for displaced Palestinians as smoke billows in the distance following Israeli strikes east of Gaza City on December 2, 2025.

Iraq sends aid to Gaza, strengthening regional role, support - report

The Iraqis said that the aid is “an embodiment of Iraq's steadfast position in support of the Palestinian cause, and stemming from the humanitarian commitment of the Iraqi government and people.”

 The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) continued its operations today to provide vital food aid for the people in Gaza

WATCH: IDF unveils rare footage of clear ambush, close-quarters gunfight with Hamas

Six Hamas fighters were spotted by IDF surveillance on Tuesday, trying to surprise and ambush the military. After counter-fire and additional operations, all six terrorists were killed.

 An IDF tank operates in the Gaza Strip. May 10, 2025.

Israeli-backed Palestinian militia says it killed two Hamas operatives in southern Gaza

The militia shared a photo that it said depicted one of the slain men.

Several Hamas terrorists stand guard near a scene as Gazans gather to watch the release of Israeli hostage Agam Berger to a Red Cross team in Jabaliya on January 30, 2025.