IDF confirms:
IDF confirms: Houthi Chief of Staff eliminated in Israeli strike
The Houthis have confirmed that their Military Chief of Staff, Muhammad Abd Al-Karim al-Ghamari, who was wounded in an Israeli airstrike, succumbed to his wounds.
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Trump
Trump: If Hamas keeps killing people, we'll have no choice but to go in & kill them
US President warns on Truth Social that the killing of people in Gaza by Hamas is not part of the deal, could leave no choice but to "go in and kill them."
Putin congratulates Trump for Gaza peace deal
US, Russian Presidents speak by phone. 'I actually believe that the success in the Middle East will help in our negotiation in attaining an end to the War with Russia/Ukraine,' Trump says.
Citing safety risks
UK police block Israeli fans from Europa League game citing safety risks
Local authorities in Birmingham have barred Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters from attending their Europa League match against Aston Villa, citing public safety and protest concerns.
Sa'ar
Sa'ar: 'We know for certain Hamas can release more hostages'
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar participates in a panel at the MED conference in Naples, hosted by Italy's Foreign Minister, Antonio Tajani, expresses concern about the violation of the agreement on the issue of the hostages by Hamas, and calls on the mediators to work towards an immediate solution.
Chief of Staff to 10/7 heroes
Chief of Staff to 10/7 heroes: 'You are the generation of victory'
The IDF Chief of Staff, Eyal Zamir, spoke with soldiers and commanders who fought in the battles on October 7 and told them, "From the brokenness and loss, your stories of heroism emerged, inspiring stories that prove there is hope. You are the generation of victory."
Watch: Jews dance with the Torah in Tehran
Footage obtained by Arutz Sheva shows hundreds of worshipers at the Yosef Abad Synagogue in Tehran marking the end of the holiday season with 'Second Hakafot'.
Segev Kalfon's dream in captivity
Segev Kalfon's dream in captivity: To shout 'Shema Yisrael' during his release
Captive survivor Segev Kalfon watched Ohad Ben Ami being released from captivity and imagined how he would shout the Shema prayer if he was released in the same manner.
After 2 years in captivity
After 2 years in captivity: A heartfelt welcome for Eitan Horn's return home
Many residents of Kfar Saba came to the street where Eitan lives with his mother, Ruthie Strom, and welcomed him with balloons, flags, signs and warm greetings.
Bill to fast-track trials of October 7 terrorists to be advanced in Knesset
Justice Minister Yariv Levin and MKs Simcha Rothman and Yulia Malinovsky will advance a bill to accelerate trials of Nukhba terrorists behind the October 7th Massacre.
Draft law to be formulated in coming days
MK Boaz Bismuth said that based on the document a draft law will be formulated in the coming days to guide the committee in the ongoing legislative process to regulate the haredi draft.
Deputy FM:
Deputy FM: Turkey and Qatar hold the key to peace in Gaza
Deputy Foreign Minister MK Sharren Haskel delivered a speech today in Berlin at a special ELNET conference marking five years since the signing of the Abraham Accords and called for educational reform in Gaza.
'Sorry my firstborn son'
'Sorry, my firstborn son': IDF soldier Tamir Nimrodi laid to rest
Family members delivered emotional eulogies at the Kfar Saba Cemetery as IDF soldier Tamir Nimrodi was laid to rest following the return of his body from Gaza.
Route 443 Assassination:
Route 443 Assassination: Assassins posed as police, killed reservist who was nearby
An investigation of the shooting on Route 443 indicates the suspects posed as police, pursued their assassination targets and killed reservist Sergei Metatov, an innocent passerby who happened upon the scene.
Marking one year since Sinwar's elimination, IDF publishes new photo
New photo shows Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's body in rubble, as IDF commanders stand over him.
Son of Ramot terror victim named after murdered father
Widow of Ramot Junction terror attack victim Yisrael Matsner holds circumcision ceremony for newborn son, naming him after his murdered father.
Man arrested in Seattle over alleged attack on elderly Jewish man
A man was arrested last Monday in Seattle, US, on suspicion of a hate crime after allegedly attacking a 71-year-old Jewish man. Police are investigating the case as a hate crime.
Arab indicted for passing sensitive information to Iran during June operation
Ahmad Shehab indicted for contacting Iranian agent, providing sensitive information about Israeli missile strikes during Operation Rising Lion in exchange for payment.
Bar's Faith and the tzitzit from captivity
Julie, the mother of released hostage Bar Kuperstein, spoke about the hunger, the abuse and the physical and mental pain her son endured during his captivity.
Woman murdered in Tel Aviv public park identified
Shirley Yehuda, a mother of three from Tel Aviv, is the woman who was allegedly stabbed to death and whose body was set on fire earlier this week.
ISA official to be charged with leaking secret documents
ISA reservist informed that he may face charges in a criminal suit on suspicion of handing secret information to journalists.
President Herzog: 'We will never forget their sacrifice'
Speaking at memorial ceremony for victims of October 7 massacre and those who fell in the war since, Israel's President Isaac Herzog reflects on the resilience and sacrifice of Israel's fallen soldiers and bereaved families, honoring their courage and sacrifice.
Rare medal to be awarded to heroes of the Swords of Iron war
During a memorial ceremony for the October 7th massacre, Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that he would award the Medal of Valor to select units - a medal last awarded in 1975.
Live from Mount Herzl:
Live from Mount Herzl: Memorial ceremony for those who fell in the war against Hamas
Memorial ceremony for those who fell in the 'Swords of Iron' war against Hamas in Gaza begins at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, attended by Israel's heads of state and the heads of the security establishment.
Chilling recordings of Guy Illouz
Deceased hostage Guy Illouz managed two phone calls to his father and the police as he was captured by Hamas.
Cleared for publication:
Bodies of Inbar Hayman, Muhammad al-Atrash identified
The two bodies returned to Israel by Hamas are those of hostages Inbar Hayman and Sgt Maj. Muhammad al-Atrash, forensics institute says.
Rabbi Moshe Hauer passes away
Rabbi Moshe Hauer, Executive Vice President of the Orthodox Union (OU), passed away of a reported heart attack during the holiday of Shmini Atzeret.
Tunisia campaign seeks to criminalize normalization with Israel
On the second anniversary of October 7, Tunisian activists launch a campaign to criminalize normalization with Israel.
Ben Gvir:
Ben Gvir: We will dismantle Hamas and enact death penalty for terrorists
Minister Itamar Ben Gvir speaks at a memorial for murdered hostage Uriel Baruch: “Terrorists must not be allowed to walk away alive.”
IDF prepares for decisive action against Hamas if war resumes
Defense Minister Israel Katz instructs the IDF to draft a comprehensive plan to defeat Hamas in Gaza should hostilities resume.
Trump Gaza plan:
US begins building Gaza stabilization force under Trump’s plan
US advisers say planning is underway for a Gaza stabilization force under Trump’s plan, with global partners, safe zones, and efforts to recover Israeli hostages buried under rubble.
'Thank you Father in Heaven'
Bar Kupershtein's first video after Hamas captivity: 'Thank you Father in Heaven'
Captivity survivor Bar Kupershtein published a video for the first time after being released from captivity. 'I went through a pretty tough time, to put it lightly.'
Report:
Report: Israel tells Trump Hamas not doing enough on hostage recovery
Israel says Hamas is not fulfilling its obligations under the hostage agreement and warns that the next phase of the Gaza deal depends on the return of all bodies.
Trump:
Trump: Israel could return to fighting in Gaza if Hamas violates deal
President Trump tells CNN Israel could return to Gaza 'as soon as I say the word' if Hamas fails to meet ceasefire terms, including full hostage return.
2 more caskets returned to Israel
Hamas claims it returned all deceased hostages in its possession
Hamas claims it no longer holds additional deceased hostages as the Red Cross prepares to receive several bodies, while President Trump warns fighting may resume if the deal is breached.
Two years after he fell
CPT Daniel Perez laid to rest two years after being killed and taken captive
'We have learned that the Jewish nation might be the smallest nation in the world, but we are the biggest family,' says Rabbi Doron Perez, Daniel's father, calling for unity in the Jewish nation.
Just two days after release
Just two days after release: Released hostage Matan Angrest attends commander's funeral
Two days after being released from Hamas captivity, Matan Angrest arrived to pay respects to his commander, Captain Daniel Perez, whose body was returned on the same day that he was.
Tommy Robinson joins Tel Aviv tour on illegal migration issues
British activist Tommy Robinson toured southern Tel Aviv with Shefi Paz and others to examine the impact of illegal infiltration, drawing parallels with the UK’s immigration crisis.
'You were always on my mind'
IDF Chief of Staff meets with released hostages
IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir met with the returned hostages Matan Angrest and Eitan Horn at Ichilov Hospital
'Rest now, my sweet one':
'Rest now, my sweet one': Father bids final farewell to Guy Illouz
In a funeral filled with grief and remembrance, Michel Illouz delivered a stirring eulogy for his son Guy, whose optimism and gentle soul were extinguished in Hamas captivity.
