In the 20 days since Hamas attacked, Israel’s Air Force has pounded Gaza and its troops have gotten into position. But its leaders disagree about what to do next.
Author: Patrick Kingsley and Ronen Bergman
Israel Prepares for Invasion by Using Phone Data to Track Gazans Fleeing
The Israeli military says the tracking and the call to evacuate are to preserve as many civilian lives as possible during an expected ground invasion, even as deadly airstrikes continue.
Israeli Invasion Plans Target Gaza City and Hamas Leadership
The goal, according to three senior officers, is to wipe out the top political and military hierarchy of Hamas, the Palestinian group that controls Gaza.
The Secrets Hamas Knew About Israel’s Military
Hamas gunmen surged into Israel in a highly organized and meticulously planned operation that suggested a deep understanding of Israel’s weaknesses. Here is how the attacks unfolded.
A Sense of Mission at Risk as Israeli Reservists Resign to Protest New Law
Military reservists are key to Israel’s defense capacity and a shared sense of national mission. But scores of reservists have resigned over a new law curbing judicial power, reflecting a widening rift in Israeli society.
Israel’s Judicial Plan Crisis Grows as Air Reservists Threaten to Stop Serving
In a move that experts say could hurt Israel’s military readiness, pilots and other personnel issued a warning after Benjamin Netanyahu pressed ahead with a plan to limit judicial power.
Israel’s President Sees Hope for Judicial Compromise
Isaac Herzog is leading talks to resolve a crisis provoked by a divisive government plan to overhaul the courts. In an interview with The Times, he said he was optimistic about a breakthrough.
Israel Strikes Lebanon After Rocket Attack From Militias
The Israeli military blamed Palestinian exiles in Lebanon for what appeared to be a retaliatory attack over Israel’s raid of a mosque at a Jerusalem holy site two days earlier.
Days After Netanyahu Fired Him, Israel’s Defense Minister Is Still on the Job
Yoav Gallant, Israel’s defense minister, was fired on Sunday, setting off unrest, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu never formally confirmed his dismissal.
Russia Shrinks Forces in Syria, a Factor in Israeli Strategy There
Moscow withdrew a key air defense system and some troops to bolster its war in Ukraine, officials said, potentially altering Israel’s calculations about striking Syria or arming Ukraine.