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Israeli capital completes preparations to welcome President Trump
Jerusalem completes final arrangements for President Trump's visit, including road closures, flag displays, and enhanced city services for residents.
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Confirmed: Hamas influencer found shot in Gaza
Saleh al-Jafarawi, known for pro-Hamas videos and accused of corruption, was found shot in the head in Gaza, reportedly by anti-Hamas clan.
Newspaper delivery triggered terror alert in Kochav Hashachar
A local newspaper distributor in Kochav Hashachar was identified as a terrorist last Friday. Residents remained in their homes for about three hours until the mistake was clarified.
IDF Chief:
IDF Chief: Israel has defeated Hamas after two years of war
IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir announced Israel’s victory over Hamas after two years of war, calling it an existential triumph and pledging lasting security for Israel.
'You got me back by life'
Captivity survivor gifts President Trump his book: 'You got me back by life'
Captivity survivor Eli Sharabi sent an English copy of his book 'Hostage' to US President Donald Trump, thanking him for securing his release.
Vance clarifies: US won’t deploy troops to Gaza
US Vice President JD Vance said reports of an American troop deployment to Gaza are false, confirming the US will only monitor the ceasefire terms while regional allies handle security.
Outrage:
Outrage: New restaurant in Gaza named 'Nova'
Footage shows the new beachside restaurant in Khan Yunis that shares a name with the festival where Hamas terrorists murdered 378.
Watch:
Watch: Giant American flag flies over Binyamin region
The flag, measuring 26×36 feet (8×11 meters), was erected in Ateret, which is in a major flight path to Ben Gurion Airport.
Moving:
Moving: Hostages' families prepare room, car for sons' arrival
The families of Segev Kalfon and Yosef-Haim Ohana, abducted from the Nova music festival, shared emotional footage preparing their homes and belongings ahead of the hostages’ expected return.
Prisoner who attacked guard removed from release list
A prisoner who was due to be released under the hostage deal attacked a prison guard at Ketziot and was removed from the list of those to be set free.
Hostage coordinator:
Hostage coordinator: Hostages expected to be released first thing in the morning
Hostage Coordinator Brig.-Gen. (Res.) Gal Hirsch said Israel is ready for the release to begin Monday morning, with Red Cross convoys and hospitals on standby to receive returnees.
MK Tzvi Succot waves the Four Species on the Temple Mount
MK Succot ascended the Temple Mount and declared that the real 'Al-Aqsa Flood' - the name Hamas used for the October 7th massacre - was only beginning.
British minister claims credit for hostage deal
British Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson claimed today that the UK government has been involved in diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza.
Watch:
Watch: Eretz Nehederet's 'Trump' visits Hostage Square
One day before the real president touches down in Israel, the actor who plays him arrived to shoot at Hostages Square.
Report: Remains of Israeli spy Eli Cohen may soon return to Israel
Saudi media reported that the legendary spy's remains, which are buried in Syria, may soon be returned to Israel.
Watch:
Watch: IDF troops operate on new ceasefire lines in Gaza
The IDF reported that troops continue operating in the area to remove any immediate threat to the soldiers.
Chief Rabbi: Trump is a righteous gentile
Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef calls US President Donald Trump a 'Righteous Among the Nations' for role in hostages’ release, urges synagogues to sing prayers of thanks, while mourning those who will return in death.
Yair Netanyahu: Protesters are funded by Qatar
Yair Netanyahu, son of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says protesters who booed during US Envoy Steve Witkoff's speech were funded by Qatar and other foreign agents.
Schedule for US President Donald Trump's visit to Israel
US President Donald Trump will arrive in Israel on Monday for a short visit, during which he will meet with President Isaac Herzog, PM Benjamin Netanyahu, and hostages' families, as well as addressing the Knesset.
Hostage release:
Hamas deploys forces across Gaza as Israel prepares for hostage release
Footage shows Hamas militants patrolling streets in Gaza and engineering crews clearing rubble as IDF forces withdraw.
Gazan doctor: 'We are completely defeated'
Gaza physician Dr. Az al-Din Shahab posts personal testimony, stressing that he and his family 'lost everything' and blasting Hamas for their false narrative and sacrifice of Gazan civilians. 'We were not soldiers in a war.'
Hostages' daughter:
Hostages' daughter: Boos directed at Netanyahu 'horrific and tactless'
Shir Siegel, daughter of freed hostages Keith and Aviva Siegel, slams Saturday night boos directed at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during US Envoy Steve Witkoff's speech at Hostages Square.
Hostages' Square:
Boos erupt in Tel Aviv as Netanyahu credited for hostages’ release
At a moving Tel Aviv event, attendees booed Steve Witkoff for crediting PM Netanyahu for the hostages’ release. Observers called the reaction “leftist and shameful,” and not reflective of the families or the nation.
Jewish activist with goat arrested near Temple Mount
Jewish activist arrested near gates of Jerusalem's Old City while making his way to the Temple Mount with a goat for sacrifice.
Watch:
Watch: Priestly Blessing ceremony begins at the Western Wall
Traditional mass Priestly Blessing ceremony held at Western Wall, with tens of thousands in attendance.
Iranian newspaper against Hamas:
Iranian newspaper against Hamas: 'October 7th attack is a tragedy for the Muslim world'
Iranian newspaper affiliated with Ayatollahs' regime attacks Hamas: 'Massacre caused enormous destruction and tens of thousands of deaths. This is a lose-lose situation, especially for the Muslim world.'
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: IDF will destroy Hamas' tunnels after hostages' return
Defense Minister Israel Katz says 'greatest challenge' is destroying terror tunnels in Gaza, IDF to destroy Hamas' tunnels after hostages return to Israel.
Kyiv:
Jewish worshipper sprayed with tear gas
Group of youths attacked worshipper, called out antisemitic slogans, performed a Nazi salute, and sprayed tear gas at the victim, burning his eyes and skin.
Court rebuke:
Court orders release of brothers arrested after surviving Arab rock attack
Jerusalem judge slams police conduct after two Jewish brothers from Judea and Samaria were detained following an Arab ambush in Binyamin.
Hostage deal:
Israel prepares to receive hostages' bodies from Gaza with sensitivity and caution
Director General of the Ministry of Religious Services describes the complex process involved in the bringing the hostages' bodies to Israel, paying final respects to the victims and supporting their grieving families.
In southern Lebanon:
In southern Lebanon: IDF takes out terrorist who tried to rebuild Hezbollah infrastructure
IAF attacks Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, eliminating a terrorist and destroying an engineering vehicle used to rebuild terror infrastructure.
'Go to Hell!'
'Go to Hell!' | Watch: Hamas leader cuts interview after tough Gaza questions
Hamas official Mousa Abu Marzouq storms off a live TV interview after being pressed on October 7 and Gaza.
After synagogue attack
UK demands action on campus antisemitism after deadly synagogue attack
After the deadly Yom Kippur attack in Manchester, the UK government urges universities to act against rising antisemitism on campuses.
Captivity survivor Tal Shoham:
Captivity survivor Tal Shoham: Outside captivity, I rediscovered my people
Speaking at Hostages Square, captivity survivor declares: "Our brothers and sister are close. We are one people, responsible for one another. We must not fall apart."
Gafni attacks coalition partners ahead of Draft Law debate
Ahead of the Knesset debate on the Draft Law, MK Moshe Gafni levels sharp criticism at coalition members over their conduct and priorities.
US authorities:
US authorities: Explosion at US military supplier in Tennessee killed 16
Friday’s massive explosion at a Tennessee explosives plant killed 16 and left no survivors, authorities confirm.
California:
California: Helicopter crash injures five in Huntington Beach
A helicopter crash near a Huntington Beach hotel leaves five people hospitalized. The chopper struck palm trees and nose-dived into the road.
Accident in Egypt:
Accident in Egypt: Three Qatari diplomats killed ahead of Gaza peace summit
Three Qatari diplomats killed in car crash near Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, just ahead of a major summit aimed at ending the war in Gaza, set to be chaired by Presidents Trump and al-Sisi.
Former Finance Minister may return to politics
Internal polls indicate former Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon may be among the only politicians able to pull votes from one side of the aisle to the other.
IDF commando brigade concludes Gaza operations
At a ceremony marking the end of the Commando Brigade’s mission in Gaza, IDF's 98th Division commander BG Guy Levy vows forces will remain on alert 'until all our hostages return,' praises troops’ resilience.
