This is the Forward’s coverage of the Israel-Hamas war, which began on Oct. 7, 2023, when Hamas militants crossed into southern Israel and massacred civilians, prompting Israel to invade the Gaza Strip.
Israel-Hamas War
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Fast Forward Thousands protest Biden’s Israel policies outside White House
A protest is a harbinger of continued anger on the left with U.S. Israel policy as the country heads into presidential and congressional elections
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Fast Forward Benny Gantz quits war cabinet as Israeli government’s unified front crumbles
Gantz is positioning himself as a rival to Netanyahu
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Fast Forward 42% of Jews have felt unsafe wearing Jewish symbols in public since Oct. 7, study finds
The survey demonstrates American Jewish discomfort in social settings since Oct. 7
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ANALYSIS With Gantz resignation, Netanyahu loses centrist partner at pivotal moment in the war. Will anything change?
Benny Gantz's departure will increase U.S. and international pressure on Netanyahu, But domestically, it could strengthen his grip on power
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Opinion ‘Bring them home’ means different things to Israelis and American Jews
The messaging behind the “free the hostages ” activism range from harsh criticism of the Netanyahu government to apolitical calls for solidarity
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Opinion The hostage rescue is a joyous distraction. A deal is still key
To save the rest of the hostages, push Hamas and Israel to negotiate
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Opinion The hostage rescue brought unity to Israel — and underscored a great paradox about the country
Internal divisions continue to rock Israel. But Saturday was a day of nationwide joy
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Fast Forward Israeli operation rescues 4 hostages from Gaza, including Noa Argamani
A commander of the operation was killed in rescue battle
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