Tonight, the IDF is preparing for offensive operations in Gaza. Military readiness is heightened across the country as the military aims to take decisive actions to destroy Hamas’ capabilities in Gaza.
President Biden continued his strong and outspoken support for Israel. Yesterday, he spent 90 minutes on video calls with the families of the hostages. Today, he rightly put the burden for the emerging humanitarian crisis in Gaza on Hamas' shoulders, saying the U.S would "surge support to ease the humanitarian consequences of Hamas’ attack."
The IDF dropped leaflets across northern Gaza urging residents to evacuate south. Yet Hamas has set up roadblocks preventing Palestinians from getting out of harm’s way.
Because of Hamas, more innocent people will be killed.
Seven days into this unprovoked war, Israelis across the country spent another night in bomb shelters. Hamas continued firing rockets into Israel while Israeli Navy commandos thwarted more infiltration attempts from Hamas by sea.
Below my signature are a series of powerful, insightful, and uplifting videos and statements I encourage you to watch and share.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams delivered a passionate 4-minute speech in support of Israel. Adams proudly proclaimed, "I am your brother. Your fight is my fight."
The prominent Arab-Israeli news anchor Lucy Aharish broke from her regular reporting and spoke in English to deliver a 3-minute message to the world about Israeli unity and strength in the face of Hamas' brutal terror attack.
Following outrageous, anti-Israel statements and rallies by Democratic Socialists of America, Congressman Shri Thanedar renounced his membership in the group.
"I can no longer associate with an organization unwilling to call out terrorism in all its forms."
After repeated questions about Palestinians in Gaza, Naftali Bennett delivered a direct and clear response to Sky News. "We are fighting Nazis!" Bennett made clear that Israel is not targeting civilians as Hamas uses innocent Palestinians as human shields.
In an extensive conversation with The Spectator, British author Douglas Murray discusses the concept of proportionality in conflict and the double standard Israel is held to compared to any other country.
Israeli musicians helped bolster morale for troops preparing to enter Gaza.
This short video shows Israeli soldiers dancing, singing, and chanting "Am Yisrael Chai!"
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