It has been 700 days since October 7, 2023 — a date that changed Israel and the Middle East.

Since then, Israel has carried out high-profile assassinations, fought a grinding war in Gaza and along the Lebanese border, struck directly at Iran, and negotiated hostage deals.

The war is far from over, but after 700 days, we look back at the battles, the turning points, and the unresolved challenges that continue to shape Israel’s fight for security.