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Israeli forces getting close to Hamas Gaza Chief Yahya Sinwar, believed to be the mastermind behind the October 7th attacks, as they break through key Hamas defensive lines and uncover of one of the largest weapons depots yet in Gaza, while the government is also pushing to get the remaining hostages back- all of those actions coming as the Biblical holiday of Hanukkah is set to begin; CBN Middle East Bureau Chief Chris Mitchell talks from Jerusalem about the possibility of capturing Sinwar and

Israeli forces expand their offensive in Gaza, working to keep civilians out of harm’s way, as they consider flooding the widespread tunnel network in Gaza, and at a special sessions at the United Nations, Israel charges Hamas with sexually assaulting women on October 7th; CBN Middle East Bureau Chief Chris Mitchell talks about Hamas abuse of women, Israel’s offensive in Gaza, the reports that Israel had advance warning of the October 7th attacks but didn’t take them seriously, and Israel has issued travel alerts for dozens of countries around the world because of rising antisemitism; many American Jews, long considered liberal, now feel abandoned by many on the Left because they support Palestine rather than Israel after the Hamas attacks; how AI is being used to stop gunmen at places of worship and schools; and some tips to avoid putting on extra pounds on the holidays.

Israel expanding its offensive against Hamas throughout Gaza, promising to track down Hamas everywhere, as the Biden Administration and some Democrats push for conditions on how Israel carries out its military actions, including a timetable for Israel to finish the job; even so, Prime Minister Netanyahu promises total victory; CBN Middle East Bureau Chief Chris Mitchell talks about Israel’s latest attacks, the concern about conditions imposed by the US, how Hamas has treated women, the threat of a ‘war of liberation’ from a senior Hamas official, and more; University of Michigan cancels vote on controversial resolution against Israel, as Mosab Hassan Yousef, the son of a Hamas founder, spoke at the University against Hamas ideology, saying “antisemitism is Nazism;” former Hamas hostage Jimmy Pacheco talks to CBN about his time in captivity, and why he says “my strength came from the Lord;” and: hero of the faith: how a woman, now 95, supported the spread the Gospel in Communist Vietnam by encouraging pastors and helping start the country’s house church movement.

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As the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is extended at least two more days for the release of more hostages, there are concerns the pause in fighting could help Hamas regroup and rebuild– and hurt Israel’s military campaign to destroy the terrorist group; CBN Middle East Bureau Chief Chris Mitchell talks from Jerusalem about the impact of the ceasefire, what the Biden Administration has told Israel about its future military actions, and the possibility of the ceasefire being extended; local au

Its the 4th day of the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel and the ongoing release of hostages kidnapped by Hamas on October 7th. Democrats continue to battle inside their party over the correct U.S. Policy on Israel, with Liberals wanting to set conditions on any new military aid. Amid the fighting in Gaza, there have also been clashes in the area known as the West Bank - the biblical Judea and Samaria including violent protests and gun battles during Israeli arrest raids. U.S. churches are

The Israeli government has approved a partial hostage deal. It is one of the busiest travel times of the year especially at airports. The Israel Antiquities Authority is known worldwide for excavating artifacts from biblical times. But the war brings a new mission. \"The Chosen\" is the series following the life and ministry of Jesus. The highly successful series is now preparing for the premiere of season 4. Military families often face tough times, both when loved ones are deployed, and financially.

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\"We will not let up until they are returned\". that\'s the word from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on regaining the freedom of the hostages captured by Hamas. The Israel Defense Forces mandate the highest standards of conduct for their soldiers of any military in the world. More than 370 Israeli soldiers have died since the October 7th Hamas attack. Now, with nearly 4% of the country\'s population serving. Although Jews make up less than 3% of the American population, the FBI states they are the targets of 60%of all hate crimes. We\'ve heard about God moving this year on college campuses or in cities here in the U.S. well - imagine evangelizing an entire country. They are doing just that in Nicaragua.

A battle has been brewing over whether Hamas used the Shifa Hospital as a terror hub. Now, Israel is offering proof on video that Hamas was in fact using the building for holding hostages. Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, life partner and the closest adviser to Jimmy Carter during his term as U.S. President died peacefully at home Sunday. When Hamas began its massacre on October 7th, ordinary Israeli civilians sprang into action to defend their homeland and save lives. Mark Robinson became the

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Israeli forces launch raid on a Hamas command center they say is located in Al-Shifa, Gaza’s largest hospital, trying to avoid civilian casualties and delivering medical supplies, and Israel releases more footage of weapons from under the Rantisi hospital- and the US backs up Israel’s statements about how Hamas is using hospitals for their military operations, and members of Congress view raw footage of the murderous October 7th attacks, leaving many shaken and in tears; CBN Middle East Bureau Chief Chris Mitchell talks about the potential dangers in the Israeli troop raid, how Israel has Hamas on the run out of parts of Gaza, the talk of a potential hostage deal, the Biden administration’s controversial new sanctions waiver that could give Iran access to $10 billion, and the Israeli government’s response to the growing threat of a war with Hezbollah; some 290,000 attend the March for Israel in Washington DC, showing their support for the Jewish state and opposition to antisemitism; how Iran is increasing its global power, reaching even into the backyard of the US, in South America; and as President Biden meets Chinese leader Xi Jinping today, a new report shows that China’s nuclear arsenal is growing far more quickly than projected.

Israel’s Defense Minister says Hamas has lost control of Gaza, and that Hamas isn’t capable of stopping the Israeli Defense Forces, which are advancing throughout the area and capturing the Hamas parliament; the IDF displays video of a Hamas command center, including weapons – under a hospital, where hostages may have also been held; the Foreign Minister says Israel may have only two to three weeks before international pressure increases on Israel to slow or stop its Gaza offensive; CBN Middle E

Israel intensifies the pressure on Hamas in Gaza, as Israel talks with hospitals in Gaza about transporting the sick and wounded, and the Israeli leadership again rejects a ceasefire - and warns Hezbollah after more attacks on Israelis that ‘Beirut could be like Gaza;’ CBN’s Chris Mitchell talks from Jerusalem about the gains the Israeli forces are making in Gaza, whether or not the latest US airstrikes in Syria will actually deter Iran, and what it means to Israelis that Americans in the US, in

Inside the Gaza strip is where the IDF is closing onto key Hamas strongholds. For the first time since the beginning of the war, Israel has also agreed to limited daily humanitarian pauses. its been dubbed the Gaza metro. The intricate web of deadly terror tunnels buried deep beneath the Gaza strip runs for hundreds of miles. as Israels war intensifies. A deep division is emerging between supporters of Israelis and Palestinians: a generational divide. Recent polling shows older people tend to

CBN NewsWatch AM: November 9, 2023

As Israeli forces push ahead into the Hamas stronghold of Gaza City, the Israeli Defense Minister says “the entire city is one big terror base,” – but despite the threats, Prime Minister Netanyahu calls the operation a phenomenal success, while President Biden asks Netanyahu for a three-day pause so hostages can be released; CBN’s Chris Mitchell talks about what Israeli forces are facing in Gaza City, how Hamas uses civilians as shields, and more; Israeli hunts for Yahya Sinwar, the man who orchestrated the October 7th Hamas attacks on Israel, who is number one on Israel’s most wanted terrorist list; CBN’s George Thomas talks about where Sinwar might be located, and the Israeli efforts to demolish the Hamas network of tunnels; our Studio 5 conversation with author Andrew Lawler about his new book, “Under Jerusalem,” and the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem.

CBN NewsWatch AM: November 7, 2023

Israeli forces encircle Gaza City, ahead of an expected push into the Hamas stronghold, as Israeli leaders reject calls for a ceasefire as long as Hamas holds hostages, saying it would only strengthen the terrorist group, and as antisemitism intensifies worldwide, the Israeli government tells its citizens not to travel if it isn’t necessary, and not to openly identify themselves as Jewish or Israeli; CBN’s George Thomas talks from Jerusalem about why now is the most critical moment in Israel’s military operation, the future of Gaza after the war, and more; Israel is expanding its operation on the northern border ahead of a possible conflict with Hezbollah, and how Israelis in the region are preparing; families and friends of the Hamas hostages are pushing to see them set free, and Rachel Goldberg, whose only son Hersh Goldberg-Polin is among those being held captive, tells CBN News what happened during the Hamas attack when he was captured; and “The Chosen,” the TV series about the life of Jesus, once again makes history.