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 Two arrested as LA mayor condemns protest outside synagogue event that featured Israeli defense firm
A spokesperson for the LAPD said officers arrested one person for battery and another for vandalism
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News Why IDF soldiers’ official headshots only show their backs
Concealing identities is a precautionary measure to protect IDF soldiers traveling abroad
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Fast Forward Over 300 rabbis and Jewish leaders call for removal of UN official who denied Oct. 7 rapes
Reem Alsalem, the UN rapporteur on violence against women, claimed that “no independent investigation found that rape took place on the 7th of October"
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Fast Forward Palestinian restaurant opening near Columbia names its location to honor girl killed in Gaza, campus protesters
The location’s name pays homage to Hind Rajab, a 6-year-old Palestinian girl who was killed in Gaza in January 2024
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Fast Forward Reversing course, Peter Beinart apologizes for speaking appearance at Tel Aviv U
Beinart defended his appearances, saying there is 'value in speaking to Israelis about Israel’s crimes'
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Fast Forward Mamdani’s response to synagogue protest: Condemn the language but criticize the Israel event
The mayor-elect was responding to a pro-Palestinian protest outside an event hosted by the nonprofit Nefesh B’Nefesh
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Culture A new documentary humanizes Israeli soldiers. It also alleges war crimes.
In 'Breaking Ranks: Inside Israel's War,' IDF veterans reckon with their experiences in Gaza
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Opinion A new scheme dishonoring victims of Oct. 7 — hatched by Israel’s own government
Netanyahu won't stop trying to avoid accountability for a disaster that happened on his watch
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