'The Torah Standpoint is Clear - No Releasing Terrorists'
Former IDF Rabbi R' Avihai Ronsky attacks notion of terrorist release, publicly decries "national statement of weakness".
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PA Minister: We Were Not Consulted About Prisoner Release
Isa Karaka, the Palestinian Authority head of Prisoner Affairs, claims he was not consulted on which prisoners to be released.
Saar to Bennett: Don't Like Terrorist Release? Resign
Minister of Interior talks tough as ministers prepare list of terrorists to be released Tuesday as a "gesture" to the Palestinian Authority.
Deputy Defense Minister Urges Gov't: Don’t Encourage Terrorism
Danon links terrorist release to increase in terror, and warns government that it’s time to stop.
Akunis: Releasing Terrorists is Immoral
Deputy Minister Ofir Akunis calls on PM Netanyahu not to release any more terrorists as a “gesture” to the Palestinian Authority.
PA Officials Deny Trade-Off Over Prisoners, Jewish Homes
Senior Palestinian Authority officials deny reports they agreed to building in Judea and Samaria in exchange for prisoner release.
‘Settlers’ Furious at ‘Homes for Killers’ Offer
Pro-‘settlement’ leaders furious as PM promises housing units in exchange for terrorist release. ‘We don’t want it.’
Report: Livni Trying to Avoid Vote on Terrorist Release
Justice Minister who heads Israel-PA talks is reportedly trying to prevent MKs from voting on terrorist release by burying bill.
MK Urges PM: Abbas is an Enemy, Not a Peace Partner
MK Yogev says 'Two State Solution' concept has become a 'mystic faith,' asks, ‘What else will it take to open our eyes?’
New Housing to Accompany Terrorist Release
Once again, government to sweeten bitter pill of prisoner release with announcement of new construction.
Nationalist MKs Denounce Terror Attack, Demand End to Talks
The government must stop releasing terrorists, says MKs from the Likud and Bayit Yehudi following Psagot terror attack.
Murder ‘Raises Tough Questions’
Netanyahu laments ‘ceaseless’ terror war, Danon blames PA, and Yogev warns Israel faces tough questions.
PA Denies Deal with Israel to Release Another 250 Terrorists
PA denies reports of a deal with Israel to release an additional 250 terrorists, in addition to the 104 already being released.
PA Minister Announces Dates of Next Terrorist Releases
The remaining PA terrorists will be released on October 29, December 29 and March 28, claims Minister of Prisoner Affairs.
Katz Punished for Voting Against Releasing Terrorists?
Transportation Minister claims Netanyahu punishing him by taking away some of his responsibilities. PMO: Not true.
Freed Terrorist Killed American Citizen, US 'Concerned'
State Department opposed release of terrorist who murdered former U.S. Marine in Israel. A7 posted his story before release.
Israel's Sweden Ambassador Compares Arab Terrorists to Breivik
Israel’s ambassador to Sweden causes an uproar after comparing Israel’s release of terrorists to Norway releasing Breivik.
Edelstein: We Released Terrorists, Where are the PA 'Gestures'?
Knesset Speaker tells UN chief that that PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas should make gestures to Israel and stop inciting against it.
Pollard Breaks His Silence
Jonathan Pollard tells newspaper: Israel giving up the moral foundation of its existence by releasing terrorists.
Shaked Lashes out in Letter to Kerry Over Terrorist Release
In letter publicized to the press, Shaked attacks US pressure to release terrorists: "You are putting me and my children's lives at risk"
Israel-PA Talks to Begin Today in Jerusalem
Amid an air of secrecy, Israeli and Palestinian Authority chief negotiators are set to begin renewed "peace talks" in Israel's capital.
Ex-Minister Slams ‘Unprincipled’ Prisoner Release
Former minister slams Netanyahu, says terrorist release was about political survival, not principles.
MK Danon: Is Tzipi Livni our Leader?
Deputy defense minister points to internal Likud opposition to decision to release terrorists.
Abbas to Freed Terrorists: You're Just the Beginning
PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas personally greeted 11 freed terrorists and said: "Allah willing, all prisoners will be freed."
Freed Terrorists Return to Their Homes
The 26 terrorists that Israel freed have arrived in Ramallah and Gaza. Abbas greeted the 11 who arrived in Ramallah.
Like Thieves in the Night
Government attempts to soften impact of prisoner release on public morale by preventing public scenes of jubilation - but will it work?
Ya'alon: Terrorist Release Decision Taken 'With a Heavy Heart'
Despite his "heavy hearted" decision, Minister of Defense skeptical as to whether current negotiations will lead to peace.
High Court Rejects Motion to Block Terror Release
Terror victims’ group held on to hope until the last minute, but High Court said it would not prevent terrorists’ release.
Ministers Ignored Shin Bet, Added Terrorists to List
Ministers ignored recommendations from Israeli intelligence agents in order to ‘strengthen Abu Mazen.’
Some Terrorists to be Freed Murdered after Oslo Signing
Arutz Sheva reveals: claim that terrorists being freed this week committed their acts before the Oslo accords were signed is not true.
Abbas Vows to Free All Terrorists
PA Chairman vows that none of the terrorists that Israel will release will be deported to areas other than Judea, Samaria and Gaza.
Terrorists Who Murdered Seniors with Axes to be Released
17 terrorists who were convicted of murdering Israelis are among the 26 that Israel will set. Arutz Sheva brings a partial list.
Ministers Approve Release of 26 Terrorists
The ministerial committee headed by Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon has approved the release of 26 terrorists as part of a gesture to the PA.
MK: Jailed PA Murderers Make $3,400 a Month
Deputy Foreign Minister Elkin opposes idea that "releasing terrorists brings peace, and building a kindergarten prevents peace.”
Bereaved Families Ask: ‘Israelis, Where Are You?’
Families of terror victims call on the public to join them in their campaign to halt the release of convicted murderers
Bennett: Haaretz Misquoted Me on Terrorists
Economy Minister says: I never said there was no problem in killing Arabs. Haaretz misquoted me.
Gidon Levy to Meet Families of Jewish Prisoners
Radical left-wing journalist invited to meeting after comments he made urging release of jailed Israeli-Arab terrorists.
State Responds to Terror Release Appeal
State attorneys challenge that the courts do not have the right to intervene in gov't decision to release terrorists.
Erekat: Israel Will Release 26 Terrorists in 10 Days
PLO negotiator says Israel will release 26 terrorists on August 13.
Livni: Much Worse to Free Terrorists With a Gun to Your Head
Justice Minister says Israel won't release terrorists unless the PA shows it's serious about negotiating.
Bennett: Releasing Terrorists is Contrary to All Values
Economy Minister attends a memorial service marking seven years since the death of IDF hero Lt. Col. Emanuel Moreno.
‘I’m Happy My Son’s Murderers Weren’t Found’
Mother of terror victim says seeing murderers escape is easier than seeing them released by Israel.
Watchdog Warns Ministers: We're Following You, We Won't Forget
Matot Arim releases its semi-annual report, documenting the performance of nationalist MKs "for posterity and primaries."
Video: Congress Members Object to Israel Releasing Terrorists
Members of the U.S. Congress have expressed their objection to Israel’s decision to release 104 terrorists as a gesture to the PA.
Terror Survivor: We Can Only Look Forward
Asael Shabo recalls terror massacre, speaks of his experience on Jewish-Arab sports team.
Govt. Watchdog: Reveal Secret Terrorist Release Report
Quality Government group calls to publish the report that guides government on terrorist release.
PA: Prisoners Aren't Terrorists, but Some Israelis Are
The PA, angered by Bennett's comments that terrorists should be killed, claims that "occupying" Israeli politicians are the real terrorists.
Minister Katz: Our 'Peace Partners' Are Vile People
Transportation Minister says that releasing terrorists will not change the other side's hatred towards Israel.
MK: Let's Just Shut Down Shin Bet
MK Shaked expresses frustration over prisoner release: "Why invest so many resources chasing terrorists, if they all go free in the end?"
Netanyahu Said: Freeing Terrorists Strengthens Terror
Just five years ago, Netanyahu declared that releasing prisoners “reflects weakness and a loss of direction.”
Struk: Why Did the Government Lie About Releasing Terrorists?
MK Orit Struk demands an inquiry into an incident in which the government presented false information on releasing terrorists.
Terrorist to be Released: There Will be More Intifadas
One of the terrorists who will be released said two months ago that Arabs will continue to rise up against Israel.
Feiglin: Fight Terrorist Release by Voting Against the Budget
MK Moshe Feiglin calls on MKs from all parties to vote against the state budget to protest the release of terrorists.
Akunis: Govt. Misled Me on Terrorist Release
Deputy Minister claims officials involved in negotiations intentionally misled him.
Saar: Freeing Terrorists in Israel's Interest
Minister Gidon Saar says terrorist release will ultimately be best for Israel. Other MKs, Ministers strongly disagree
Cabinet Okays Referendum Bill for Final Status Agreement
The Cabinet passes a referendum bill to require the approval of the entire citizenry of Israel before any agreement with the PA passes.
Bayit Yehudi: PM Elected to Make Right, Not Difficult Decisions
Bayit Yehudi MK Ayelet Shaked joined demonstrators Sunday to protest the prime minister’s plan to release terrorist prisoners.
Journalist: ‘Heavy Heart’? Don’t Believe It
Journalist says talk of tough decisions, close vote on prisoner release are government spin.
Arab Media: Negotiations Invite to Include ’67 Lines’
PA daily says official US invite to talks will include ’1967 lines’ despite official Israeli stance.
'No Place for Bayit Yehudi in This Government'
MK joins victims' families in last-minute protest, suggests his party leave the government.
