Israel claims Syrian militia assisting Hezbollah
Israel Defense Forces’ spokesperson claimed that foreign fighters are entering Lebanon and are assisting Hezbollah.
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IDF suffers increased casualties amid urban Gaza battles
Israel has suffered more than a dozen casualties in the last two days as infantry presses into urban areas near Gaza City. At the same time the Israel Air Force and navy work closely together to target Hamas terrorists. Israel’s Defense Minister warned Hezbollah and other groups in the region not to threaten Israel, while saying Israel is focused on victory in Gaza.
Generation Jihad Ep. 112 — Israel at War: November 1, 2023
Bill and Joe provide a mid-week update on Israel and Gaza — including Joe’s key takeaway from today’s IDF conference call, IDF tactics on the ground inside Gaza (particularly related to the tunnels), Hezbollah propaganda ahead of Hassan Nasrallah’s Friday speech, and more.
As battle in Gaza grows, Israel faces multi-front threats
Israel’s infantry pushed deeper into Gaza on October 31, encountering resistance and also taking a key Hamas bastion. As Israel carried out airstrikes on Hamas commanders, the Iran-backed Houthis fired a ballistic missile towards Eilat. It was intercepted. In the north Hezbollah continued anti-tank fire.
Houthis launch third strike against Israel, threaten more attacks
Today’s attack is the third by the Houthis that has targeted Israel, and the terror group has threatened more as Israel prepares its ground offensive into Gaza.
Israel presses its offensive into Gaza
Israeli forces pushed into Gaza over the weekend and have expanded operations on Monday, October 30. Close cooperation between ground forces and the air force has enabled 150 strikes on Hamas targets in the last several days. One Israeli hostage was freed by operations in Gaza while tensions continue between Hezbollah and Israel in the north.
Generation Jihad Ep. 111 — Israel at War: October 30, 2023
The war goes on; rockets are still raining down on central Israel (including Jerusalem) while Israel continues targeting Hamas leaders in Gaza. But…
Breaking today and over the weekend:
Israeli boots are now on the ground inside Gaza. There was also some IDF activity in Jenin inside the West Bank.
Iran’s President Raisi gaslit said on X that, “the Zionist regime’s crimes have crossed the red lines which may force everyone to take action.”
While Lebanese Hezbollah is still keeping things at a simmer just below the threshold of all-out war, other Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Syria are very much in the game. Some are even firing at U.S. forces in the region.
Bill and Joe are joined again by FDD’s Behnam Ben Taleblu to unpack these and related headlines.
Israel steps up raids, accuses Hamas of using hospital for cover
The IDF is launching targeted raids, backed by air and artillery support, into the Gaza strip. These raids appear to be part of a new pattern of operations.
Generation Jihad Ep. 110 — Israel at War: October 27, 2023
Bill and Joe are back with an update on the latest from Israel and Gaza. Today they’re also joined by their FDD colleague and Turkey expert, Sinan Ciddi, to unpack just how deep Turkey’s relationship is with Hamas.
Iran-backed Iraqi militia says it is ‘ready for a war of attrition,’ called Israel its ‘enemy’
“Hezbollah Brigades has the capacity to fight against its enemies and confront them by relying on the internal resources of the resistance,” a key Hezbollah Brigades official said. “We are ready for a war of attrition that may last for years, firmly believing in victory.”
Israel conducts first large scale tank raid into Gaza, repairs fence
The Givati brigade, which has been conducting specialized urban warfare training over the last week, led the assault. The operation is designed to prepare the ground for the next phase of combat.
Rocket fire targets Eilat as IDF units continue to train for operations
Hamas targeted Israel with rockets, including long-range attacks on cities more than 100 miles from Gaza, as the war between Israel and Hamas continues. The Israel Defense Forces also highlights Iran’s support of Hamas and its involvement in providing training and support for the terrorist group.
Israel strikes 400 targets in Gaza, as Hezbollah fires anti-tank missiles
Israel continued to carry out airstrikes on Hamas and on threats from Lebanon as the Israel Defense Forces prepare for a ground incursion into Gaza. Hamas rocket fire continues over Israel as the conflict stretches into its eighteenth day.
Generation Jihad Ep. 108 — Israel at War: October 23, 2023
Bill and Joe talk through the latest headlines surrounding Israel and Gaza as of late afternoon (ET) on Monday, October 23, 2023.
Inside Hamas’ propaganda game
Hamas employs an extensive propaganda network during times of war with Israel.
Hamas, Israel, and the danger of safe havens
Hamas’ deadly attack on Israel on Oct. 7 would not have been possible if Hamas was not afforded a safe haven.
Hamas used Iranian-produced weapons in October 7 terror attack in Israel
Hamas used Iranian-produced AZ111-A2 60mm mortar fuses and M112 demolition charges in the October 7 terror attack on Israel.
The Shadow Unit: Meet the Hamas division likely holding Israeli and American hostages
The Shadow Unit is likely holding an unknown number of hostages following the Oct. 7 attack in southern Israel.
IDF seizes EFPs, RPGs, and other weapons from Hamas
The presence of a large number of EFPs is a clear indication of Iranian support for Hamas.
Generation Jihad Ep. 105 — Israel at War: October 15, 2023
Bill and Joe give an update on the latest from Israel as of later morning/early afternoon (ET) on October 15, 2023.
Israel launches targeted killing operation against terrorists in the Gaza Strip.
Israel is eliminating key members of terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip following a large-scale attack in southern Israel.
Al-Qaeda’s North and West African branches respond to the Hamas-led invasion of Israel
Both al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb and the Group for Support of Islam and Muslims, al-Qaeda’s branches in North and West Africa, respectively, have openly praised Hamas for its mass killings of Jews in recent days.
IDF prepares for ground offensive in Gaza
The IDF issued an order for all Palestinian civilians to leave northern Gaza, a clear indication that Israel troops will soon enter. The IDF is heavily targeting Hamas assets in Gaza.
Shabaab celebrates Hamas-led invasion of Israel, calls people to jihad
Shabaab congratulates Palestinian militant factions for their “victories” over Jews. This is not the first time Shabaab has interjected itself into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Another Iraqi Shia militia threatens the United States over involvement in Israel
The Hezbollah Brigades have now joined other Iranian proxies and sponsored groups in issuing threats against the United States over the ongoing war in Israel.
Leader of Yemen’s Houthis states willingness to support ‘Palestinian people’
Abdul Malik al-Houthi says he willing to support ‘the Palestinian people’ with rocket barrages if the United States intervenes to support Israel.
Bahraini militia celebrates Hamas-led invasion of Israel, calls for mobilization against Israelis
Saraya Wa’ad Allah, an Iranian-backed group in Bahrain, calls for additional violence against Israelis in the island kingdom. However, it is unlikely to materialize.
Israel ‘at war’ after Hamas-led terror assault kills more than 700
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps gave the go-ahead more than a week ago for the attack, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Hezbollah’s Multi-Faceted Approach to Destabilizing Israel’s Northern Border
Hezbollah foments chaos at Israel’s northern border.
Analysis: Post Jenin Operation, Questions Linger About the State of the West Bank
Despite the largest Israeli military operation in the West Bank since the Second Intifada, the state of the West Bank remains in question.