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Hostage families

Hostage families: Hamas can't hide its evil, each hostage death is on their hands

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters responds to Hamas claim it will finally allow the Red Cross to deliver food to hostages 2 years after they were kidnapped.

Hostage families: Hamas can't hide its evil, each hostage death is on their hands

Polls show Ben-Gvir climbing to nine seats

A new poll released Sunday evening by Channel 13 suggests that if elections were held today, the Otzma Yehudit party would secure nine seats in the Knesset.

Polls show Ben-Gvir climbing to nine seats

The shocking video of hostage Rom Braslavski

The family has approved the publication of videos distributed by the Hamas terrorist organization, saying: "A real nightmare, we cry with him."

The shocking video of hostage Rom Braslavski

Mike Johnson at the Western Wall:

Mike Johnson at the Western Wall: 'May America always stand with Israel'

As the fast of Tisha B’Av drew to a close, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, Mr. Mike Johnson, led a delegation of Congress members on a visit to the Western Wall.

Mike Johnson at the Western Wall: 'May America always stand with Israel'

Watch:

Watch: Prayer for unity and hostages' return at the Western Wall

Tisha B’Av, a solemn day of mourning for the destruction of the Temples and the consequences of baseless hatred, will conclude with a communal moment of reflection and hope.

Watch: Prayer for unity and hostages' return at the Western Wall

IDF intercepts drone from Yemen

The IDF intercepted a drone this afternoon (Sunday) launched by the Houthis from Yemen. The aircraft was intercepted near Bnei Netzarim.

IDF intercepts drone from Yemen

David Lammy

David Lammy: 'Every hostage must be released unconditionally'

British Foreign Secretary calls recent Hamas and Islamic Jihad hostage propaganda 'sickening,' does not walk back Starmer's threat to recognize 'Palestine' even while Hamas remains in power.

David Lammy: 'Every hostage must be released unconditionally'

Macron

Macron: Hostage videos show Hamas's abject cruelty, limitless inhumanity'

Despite acknowledging the evil of Hamas and the plight of the hostages in recent psychological warfare videos, the French President refuses to back down from his plan to recognize a 'State of Palestine' next month.

Macron: Hostage videos show Hamas's abject cruelty, limitless inhumanity'

Report

Report: Israeli assassinations created leadership crisis in Hamas

According to Arab sources, since the end of the last ceasefire, Hamas has had difficulty making independent decisions. Sources in the organization admitted that the assassinations of officials like Haniyeh and Sinwar left a leadership vacuum that has not been filled.

Report: Israeli assassinations created leadership crisis in Hamas

NYC

NYC: Anti-Israel mob clashes with police at Grand Central Terminal

Protesters from Within Our Lifetime demonstration fightwith police during attempt to break into Grand Central Terminal.

NYC: Anti-Israel mob clashes with police at Grand Central Terminal

Defense Minister prays at Western Wall on Tisha B'Av

On Tisha B'Av, Defense Minister Israel Katz prayed at the Western Wall for the return of the hostages, the safety of IDF soldiers, and victory over Hamas terrorists.

Defense Minister prays at Western Wall on Tisha B'Av

Unusual Incident:

Unusual Incident: Soldier severely burned in accident at Paran Brigade base

Last Tuesday, a serious incident took place at the Paran Brigade base, leaving a 20-year-old soldier with moderate injuries and burns covering approximately 30% of his body.

Unusual Incident: Soldier severely burned in accident at Paran Brigade base

Academia attacks IDF:

TA University urges academic writing against Israel; compares IDF to ethnic cleansing

Academic journal Israeli Sociology, affiliated with Tel Aviv University, issues a call for papers encouraging writing accusing Israel of ethnic cleansing and systematic extermination. Critics warn of publicly funded anti-Zionist propaganda.

TA University urges academic writing against Israel; compares IDF to ethnic cleansing

Chabad bumper stickers tip off police to stolen motorcycle

17-year-old PA resident arrested near Hizma checkpoint; motorcycle stolen from central Israel, suspect lacked entry permit and valid license.

Chabad bumper stickers tip off police to stolen motorcycle

Australia:

Mass anti-Israel demonstration crosses Sydney Harbor Bridge

Tens of thousands cross iconic Australian landmark in protest, calling for humanitarian aid and political pressure on Israel amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Mass anti-Israel demonstration crosses Sydney Harbor Bridge

Leopard who killed Jerusalem Biblical Zoo worker to remain on display

The Jerusalem Biblical Zoo has decided to keep the Persian leopard Aladdin, which was responsible for the death of zoo employee Uriel Nuri.

Leopard who killed Jerusalem Biblical Zoo worker to remain on display

First time in thousands of years:

First time in thousands of years: Jewish minister leads prayers on the Temple Mount

Thousands ascend to pray; Jews allowed to sing, prostrate under new policy hailed as historic change in worship rights at Judaism’s holiest site.

First time in thousands of years: Jewish minister leads prayers on the Temple Mount

Raid on four targets at once:

Raid on four simultaneous targets: IDF troops confiscate weapons in southern Syria

226th Brigade troops seize arms and interrogate suspects in coordinated night operation aimed at thwarting terror entrenchment near Israeli border.

Raid on four simultaneous targets: IDF troops confiscate weapons in southern Syria

Idan Amedi lashes out at artists' ceasefire petition: You're worthless, we're sick of you

Singer and IDF reservist Idan Amedi, wounded in Gaza, blasted artists backing a ceasefire, calling them "privileged" and "disconnected," and urging them to "fight for a day" before judging.

Idan Amedi lashes out at artists' ceasefire petition: You're worthless, we're sick of you

Building the Beit Hamikdash now

Join the OU on a powerful journey through Jerusalem's holiest sites as it uncovers the deeper meaning of Tisha B’Av—not only as a day of reflection, but as a vision for the future of Am Yisrael.

Building the Beit Hamikdash now

Photo proves eliminated terrorist was about to throw a rock

Image supports self-defense claim by IDF and farmers after 100 Arab rioters stormed farm near Aqraba.

Photo proves eliminated terrorist was about to throw a rock

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir: 'Combat soldiers to get one month rest'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir's new plan aims to prevent troop burnout: Regular brigades will serve three months in Gaza, then rotate out for a month of rest, training, and debriefing.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir: 'Combat soldiers to get one month rest'

After a month of searching:

After a month of searching: Body of Israeli hiker found in Canada

65-year-old likely drowned while hiking near Whistler; family to bury him in Canada, honoring his deep love for the country.

After a month of searching: Body of Israeli hiker found in Canada

Trump reaffirms:

Trump reaffirms US recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara

President Trump reaffirms US recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara, calling Rabat’s autonomy plan the only viable solution to the conflict.

Trump reaffirms US recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara

French FM:

French FM: Hostage videos 'unbearable,' Hamas must be disarmed

French FM Jean-Noel Barrot condemns Hamas hostage videos as “despicable” and calls for the group’s disarmament. His remarks come as backlash grows over President Macron’s announcement that France will recognize a Palestinian state in September.

French FM: Hostage videos 'unbearable,' Hamas must be disarmed

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: Hamas committing Nazi-style abuse against hostages

Netanyahu speaks with the families of hostages Rom Braslavski and Evyatar David after distressing videos of them, condemns Hamas’s cruelty and reaffirms Israel's ongoing efforts to secure the hostages' release.

Netanyahu: Hamas committing Nazi-style abuse against hostages

'Stupidest take yet'

'Stupidest take yet': Piers Morgan under fire over post on Hamas

Piers Morgan draws heavy criticism after suggesting that pro-Israel voices were inconsistent for trusting Hamas hostage videos while rejecting uncorroborated Gaza casualty figures. Users slam the post, calling it “cruel” and “stupid”.

'Stupidest take yet': Piers Morgan under fire over post on Hamas

Pres. Herzog to world leaders:

Pres. Herzog to world leaders: Demand aid reach civilians - not terrorists

President Isaac Herzog condemns Hamas’ treatment of hostages, urges world leaders to demand hostages’ release and stop aid from reaching terrorists. 'This is a test of humanity.'

Pres. Herzog to world leaders: Demand aid reach civilians - not terrorists

Dozens of Arab rioters attack Samaria farm

Dozens of Arab rioters from Aqraba attack Samaria farm, throwing stones and approaching with clubs; IDF forces responded with defensive fire after sensing danger.

Dozens of Arab rioters attack Samaria farm

Twenty Years Later:

Twenty Years Later: Gush Katif evacuee plans rebirth of the region

Anita Tucker, who was evicted from Gush Katif, told JNS about her drive to rebuild the region after the war.

Twenty Years Later: Gush Katif evacuee plans rebirth of the region

Terrorist's hand reveals depth of Hamas' lies

Hamas claims its terrorists are malnourished just like the hostages - but a single moment in a video released by the terror group itself proves otherwise.

Terrorist's hand reveals depth of Hamas' lies

Released Hostage:

Released Hostage: 'Hamas has plenty of food a few meters away'

Released hostage Tal Shoham explains exactly how much food Hamas has - and how they still refuse to share any with the hostages.

Released Hostage: 'Hamas has plenty of food a few meters away'

Watch:

Watch: Tisha B'Av night at the Western Wall

Large crowd gathers to read the Book of Lamentations and recite 'Kinot' prayers at the Western Wall. Watch.

Watch: Tisha B'Av night at the Western Wall

Captivity survivor:

Captivity survivor: 'There's food beyond that door - I smelled it'

Hamas captivity survivor Omer Wenkert speaks at demonstration, says video of Evyatar David brings him back to Hamas' tunnels. 'I know they have food there beyond the door, I used to smell it every day while I was getting two handfuls of rice a day.'

Captivity survivor: 'There's food beyond that door - I smelled it'

Stabbing attack foiled at entrance to Kibbutz Metzer

Terrorist from Tulkarm neutralized by security guard, apprehended with knife at Kibbutz Metzer.

Stabbing attack foiled at entrance to Kibbutz Metzer

Multi-force missile strike exercise in Acre

The exercise was led by the Home Front Command and Israel Police, with the participation of all local emergency and rescue services.

Multi-force missile strike exercise in Acre

IDF eliminates senior Hamas commander in Gaza strike

IDF eliminates Salah al-Din Za‘atra, deputy commander of Hamas’ Al-Furqan Battalion, strike 130 terror targets above and below ground.

IDF eliminates senior Hamas commander in Gaza strike

Tisha B'av - the destruction of the Temple

Israel marks the day when both Holy Temples were destroyed; tens of thousands recite prayers of mourning at the Western Wall in Jerusalem.

Tisha B'av - the destruction of the Temple

Six to face trial over deadly 1982 attack on Paris Jewish deli

France to try six suspected Palestinian Arab terrorists for the 1982 massacre at Jo Goldenberg’s Jewish restaurant in Paris, where six were murdered and 22 injured.

Six to face trial over deadly 1982 attack on Paris Jewish deli

Israel warns:

Israel warns: Hostage deal unlikely, Hamas pushing for escalation

Israel is losing hope for a hostage deal as Hamas reportedly withdraws from talks and leaders relocate to Turkey. “The talks are in the process of collapsing,” says a source.

Israel warns: Hostage deal unlikely, Hamas pushing for escalation