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Biden, Harris tell Netanyahu it’s time to seal hostage deal as families turn hopeful

Biden, Harris tell Netanyahu it’s time to seal hostage deal as families turn hopeful

Israel expected to send updated proposal to Hamas in coming days; relatives of captives say PM committed to urgently finalize agreement aimed at freeing abductees,… Read More ›

Bodies Of Five Hamas Hostages Recovered From Khan Younis

Bodies Of Five Hamas Hostages Recovered From Khan Younis

JERUSALEM — In a complex operation which took place in Khan Younis Wednesday, the IDF managed to recover the bodies of five hostages being held… Read More ›

American hostage families warn Netanyahu not to address Congress before deal inked

American hostage families warn Netanyahu not to address Congress before deal inked

Captives’ relatives lament PM decision to dispatch negotiating team day after speech, indicating agreement won’t be reached beforehand; VP ‘absolutely aligned’ with Biden on issue… Read More ›

IDF eliminates Gaza terrorist who killed 3 soldiers in 2003 attack

IDF eliminates Gaza terrorist who killed 3 soldiers in 2003 attack

Hamas terrorist Nemer Hamida was involved in October 2003 attack in Ein Yabrud that killed IDF soldiers Sgt. Elad Polack, Sgt. Roy Yaakov Solomon and… Read More ›

‘Israel’s most significant achievement’: Psychological impact of Deif assassination – analysis

‘Israel’s most significant achievement’: Psychological impact of Deif assassination – analysis

Psychological war operates by different rules, focusing on emotions and damaging morale. Israel’s strike on Hamas leader Mohammed Deif is a significant achievement in this… Read More ›

Drone explosion over Tel Aviv exposes IDF’s major security lapse

Drone explosion over Tel Aviv exposes IDF’s major security lapse

Analysis: In stark revelation of security shortcomings, Israel’s air defense systems—including radars stationed in air, on land and at sea—failed to detect hostile drone approaching… Read More ›

Urging deal, Mossad chief said to warn time running out for young female hostages

Urging deal, Mossad chief said to warn time running out for young female hostages

At cabinet meeting, IDF chief, Gallant and two other ministers reportedly stress need to reach deal with Hamas for release of captives Mossad chief David… Read More ›

Yemen’s Houthis conduct military operations in Gulf of Aden, Israel’s Eilat

Yemen’s Houthis conduct military operations in Gulf of Aden, Israel’s Eilat

Houthi military spokesperson the latest operations came in response to the Israeli airstrike on Khan Yunis on Saturday. Yemen’s Houthi terror organization said on Sunday… Read More ›

If we can’t restart the war we will never return all the hostages, Mossad chief says

If we can’t restart the war we will never return all the hostages, Mossad chief says

Dedi Barnea says that without the clauses that Netanyahu insists on, ‘we will not win, and we will not bring back the hostages, this is… Read More ›

US sending Israel some heavy bombs that Biden withheld ahead of Rafah op

US sending Israel some heavy bombs that Biden withheld ahead of Rafah op

American official confirms 500-pound munitions en route to Israel, while transfer of 2,000-pound bombs remains frozen over concerns their use could harm civilians WASHINGTON —… Read More ›

IDF commando killed in fresh Gaza City operation; troops raid UNRWA HQ

IDF commando killed in fresh Gaza City operation; troops raid UNRWA HQ

Sgt. First Class Tal Lahat, 21, was among those who rescued Nahal Oz residents on Oct. 7; military says dozens of gunmen killed in Shejaiya,… Read More ›

Israel Prison Service officer found murdered in burned Samaria home

Israel Prison Service officer found murdered in burned Samaria home

(JNS) — An Israel Prison Service officer was found dead in his home in the Samaria community of Givon Hahadasha, northwest of Jerusalem, police said… Read More ›

Israel shouldn’t attack Hezbollah until after US elections – opinion

Israel shouldn’t attack Hezbollah until after US elections – opinion

Israel faces escalating Hezbollah attacks but must delay major military action due to multiple fronts and US distractions, focusing instead on countering Iran’s nuclear threat… Read More ›

Israel believes Nasrallah would reject diplomatic resolution pushed by US

Israel believes Nasrallah would reject diplomatic resolution pushed by US

Special envoy Amos Hochstein proposes demilitarization of South Lebanon, Radwan forces and heavy weaponry pushed back 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from border; officials say his… Read More ›

Israel says it’s studying latest Hamas response to Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal

Israel says it’s studying latest Hamas response to Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal

Senior Israeli official says terror group’s updated proposal gives more room for a possible agreement but stresses gaps still significant, suggests Netanyahu’s office harming talks… Read More ›

IDF Gathering Info About Working Charedim, Prior To Sending 3000 Draft Notices

IDF Gathering Info About Working Charedim, Prior To Sending 3000 Draft Notices

JERUSALEM — The IDF has begun gathering information from the income tax authorities regarding young charedim at draft age who are currently working and receive… Read More ›

Gallant, US Say ‘Obstacles Removed’ Regarding Munition Transfer Delay, Criticize Netanyahu’s Approach

Gallant, US Say ‘Obstacles Removed’ Regarding Munition Transfer Delay, Criticize Netanyahu’s Approach

JERUSALEM — After several meetings with leading members of the US administration, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant addressed reporters on Tuesday evening, making undisguised references to… Read More ›

Off Gaza’s coast, truckloads of aid roll off a US military pier – only to remain uncollected

Off Gaza’s coast, truckloads of aid roll off a US military pier – only to remain uncollected

After a series of mishaps, trucks of humanitarian aid are now beginning to roll onto the US military pier off the Gaza coast at a… Read More ›

Hostage families mad after PM says will agree to partial release of hostages in temporary cease-fire

Hostage families mad after PM says will agree to partial release of hostages in temporary cease-fire

It is not the first time that the prime minister has said he would not approve a permanent cease-fire, but the families and the war… Read More ›

‘All hangs by a thread,’ David Grossman tells thousands at rally for election, hostage deal

‘All hangs by a thread,’ David Grossman tells thousands at rally for election, hostage deal

Former Shin Bet chief Diskin calls Netanyahu worst PM in Israeli history; thousands mark 20th birthday of hostage Naama Levy; 3 arrested amid violent clashes… Read More ›