President reportedly accepts Netanyahu's invitation to visit Jewish State in show of solidarity in aftermath of Hamas massacre.

The IDF has released footage of an airstrike it claims killed the head of the Hamas general intelligence service.

<p>Dozens of shipments of protective vests and gear that were brought to Israel as donations were found to be defective during firing tests of the gear. The gear would endanger the lives of soldiers if used in battle.</p>

<p>State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said that US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Israeli President Isaac Herzog to reiterate U.S. support for Israel’s right to defend itself from Hamas’ terrorism. Secretary Blinken reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to provide Israel with the assistance it needs to protect its citizens. The Secretary and President Herzog discussed the coordination underway to focus on the safety and protection of civilians placed in harm’s way by Hamas and efforts to secure the swift and safe release of hostages.</p>

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Suspected terrorist infiltration in Metula on the Lebanese border, residents are ordered to stay in their homes.

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First responder says Hamas's goal was not only to murder but to cause indescribable suffering.