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In Gaza, 7 More Soldiers Lost

Stand for Israel  |  December 11, 2023
As the death toll of soldiers lost reaches 104, the ground operation is so intense that equipment had to be airdropped to support IDF troops on the battlefields.
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Hostages’ Families and Troops Light Menorahs

Stand for Israel  |  December 8, 2023
Many in Israel light the menorah, all while they wait for the return of loved ones still held hostage in Gaza and as the IDF bravely defends Israel.
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Lighting 90 Menorahs on IDF Battlefields Including Gaza

Stand for Israel  |  December 7, 2023
IDF soldiers are taking the message of Hanukkah to heart this year by lighting menorahs even on the battlefields.
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Largest Stockpile of Weapons Found Near School, Hospital in Gaza

Stand for Israel  |  December 7, 2023
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) uncovered one of the largest stockpiles of Hamas weapons yet in Gaza, all located near a hospital and school.
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Apparent Eilat-Bound Missile Fired from Yemen

Stand for Israel  |  December 6, 2023
A missile fired from Yemen threatened the Holy Land on Wednesday. Thankfully, Israel’s military intercepted it.
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Returned 3-Year-Old Twins Were Separated as Hostages

Stand for Israel  |  December 4, 2023
We learn more from the released hostages on the rough conditions of their captivity in Gaza, including the terrorists separating families.
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Israel, Terror Groups Renew Combat in Gaza

Stand for Israel  |  December 1, 2023
The recent week-long ceasefire was broken Friday morning when Hamas started firing rockets into Israel.
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Terror at Jerusalem Bus Stop

Stand for Israel  |  November 30, 2023
Two IDF soldiers and an armed civilian returned fire to kill both terrorists responsible for a terror attack in Jerusalem.
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9-Year-Old Emily Hand Is Released, Only Speaks in Whispers

Stand for Israel  |  November 29, 2023
Now released, 9-year-old Emily only speaks in whispers after being “conditioned not to make any noise” by terrorists says her father.
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11 Hostages Released on Monday

Stand for Israel  |  November 28, 2023
This group of hostages finally returned home after 51 days in captivity—including nine children and two mothers.
Israeli soldier, hostages arrive, Sheba Medical Center, Ramat Gan

Israelis Greet Newly Freed Hostages

Stand for Israel  |  November 27, 2023
More hostages return after being held in Gaza for weeks, and they are joyfully reuniting with loved ones, but the pain of those lost still remains.
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Survivors of Kibbutz Nir Oz Massacre Speak Out

Stand for Israel  |  November 26, 2023
Four residents of Kibbutz Nir Oz tell their stories of the terror that unfolded, and all the suffering endured on October 7.

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