Stand for Israel Blog

Burned and damaged cars along the roadside in Sderot, with signs of fire damage and debris, under a cloudy sky, illustrating the impact of conflict.
Sderot Grows in the Shadow of Gaza
The population of Sderot, a city less than a mile from the Gaza border, has increased by nearly 20% since Oct. 7, 2023.
Israeli Air Force fighter jet
IDF Resumes Preemptive Strikes in Gaza
The Israeli Air Force struck a terror cell in Khan Younis as it prepared to carry out an attack against IDF forces.
Donald Trump, former U.S. president, boarding an airplane with a blue exterior, waving to the crowd, during a public appearance or event.
Israeli Intelligence Helped Protect Trump From Iranian Threat
The attempt to target Donald Trump is another reminder that the United States and Israel face common enemies and share a common interest.
IDF patrols border of Israel and Gaza
Israel to Continue Targeting 10/7 Terrorists as Gaza Disarmament Stalls
Any Israeli agreement limiting strikes on Hamas would not protect those who participated in the Oct. 7, 2023, massacre.
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister, speaking at a public event with a blue background, wearing a dark suit and white shirt.
Netanyahu: Hamas Must Disarm Before Gaza Withdrawal
Israeli PM Netanyahu states that Israel will not accept a Gaza ceasefire framework that allows Hamas to retain its weapons.
Israeli official speaking at a conference about Iran's diminishing leverage, with a blurred background of a conference room.
U.S.’s Leverage on Iran Diminishing
The U.S. is reportedly experiencing a shortage of interceptor missiles.
Israeli soldiers visit at a viewpoint overlooking southern Lebanon, August 5, 2026. Photo by Ayal Margolin/Flash90
Two IDF Reservists Killed in Lebanon
Two IDF reservists were killed by an explosive device rigged in a home, and four others were injured.
Israeli military tank positioned in a dry, open landscape in southern Lebanon with an Israeli flag flying nearby, under a clear blue sky.
IDF Begins New Wave of Strikes in Southern Lebanon
The IDF says that Hezbollah has violated the ceasefire in place since June.
Close-up of an ancient coin featuring a detailed animal head, possibly a ram or goat, with intricate engravings and signs of age, reflecting trade and history in ancient Israel.
2,500-Year-Old Coin Offers Insight to Trade with Ancient Israel
The coin was minted during the reign of the Persian Empire at the time of Esther.
IDF soldier inspecting a gas cylinder near a yellow bus at night, wearing tactical gear and gloves, in a security operation in Gaza.
Full IDF Withdrawal No Longer Required in Gaza
The language was changed in the roadmap to not require a full IDF withdrawal.
Group of soldiers in military gear walking through a foggy, grassy landscape with rocks and trees in the background.
Iran Again Denies Negotiations as Strikes are Canceled
Major U.S strikes were again canceled for unconfirmed talks with Iran.
A damaged vehicle with an Israeli flag displayed, symbolizing conflict and peace efforts in Gaza, amidst a war-torn environment.
Gaza Roadmap Unveiled by Board of Peace  
The roadmap gives a more detailed step-by-step overview of the peace plan for Gaza.