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.
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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.
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.
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.
'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”.
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.'
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.'
Stabbing attack foiled at entrance to Kibbutz Metzer
Terrorist from Tulkarm neutralized by security guard, apprehended with knife at 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sister of hostage:
Sister of hostage: Evyatar’s condition hit me like a million punches
After Hamas releases video of hostage Evyatar David in poor condition, his sister pleads for privacy. Former hostage Omer Wenkert says the video shows the harsh reality of Hamas captivity: “I lost 37 kilos in captivity, I didn’t see my captors lose even one.”
Father of Rom Braslavski:
Father of Rom Braslavski: He’s broken, he’s dying - no one is talking to us
Father of hostage Rom Braslavski expresses anguish after disturbing new footage of his son is released.
After Medvedev threat:
Trump deploys nuclear subs after former Russian President issues veiled threat
President Trump orders two nuclear submarines to deploy near Russia, warning of “unintended consequences” after provocative threats from Dmitry Medvedev.
IDF Chief:
IDF Chief: Hostage deal may be near, or fighting will intensify
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir tours Gaza with senior commanders, praises recent gains, and warns that combat would intensify if no hostage deal emerges.
Sirens across Israel
Sirens across Israel, missile from Yemen intercepted
Sirens sounded in Jerusalem, Samaria and the Negev regions after the IDF identifies a missile launch from Yemen. Missile successfully intercepted by the IAF. No injuries reported.
Hamas publishes video of hostage Evyatar David
Hamas publishes video with a sign of life of hostage Evyatar David
President Herzog:
President Herzog: 'Show responsibility, our enemies thrive on seeing our downfall'
'It is critical that we learn from the mistakes that that left many feeling unheard. Now is the time to rebuild our bridges,' says Pres. Herzog on 20th anniversary of the Disengagement.
Steve Witkoff at Western Wall:
Steve Witkoff visits Western Wall: 'I pray for the hostages and an end to the war'
During a diplomatic visit to Israel, US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff visited the Western Wall ahead of Tisha B’Av, where he offered a personal prayer, placed a note in the Wall, and voiced support for Israel and the hostages.
Amb. Huckabee:
Amb. Huckabee: 'GHF delivers more than one million meals a day, an incredible feat'
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Ambassador Mike Huckabee visit Gaza to give President Trump a clear understanding of the humanitarian situation and learn the truth about aid sites.
Counterterror sweep:
Counterterror sweep: IDF finds dozens of weapons in Judea and Samaria
Security forces uncover weapons caches in Anabta, Al-Ram, Odala, and more during week-long operation to dismantle terror infrastructure in Central Command region.
General Kurilla Visits the Western Wall: 'May You Find Peace'
On his first visit to Judaism’s holiest site, General Kurilla joins prayers for IDF, US forces, and return of hostages; 'My mother told me God would repay me for supporting Israel.'
Huckabee:
Huckabee: Hatred of Israel rooted in antisemitism and spiritual crisis
Ambassador Huckabee accuses Hamas of manipulating aid and Western media, calling anti-Israel sentiment a mix of spiritual animus and misinformation.
Moving video: Priestly Blessing in Congress
During an official visit to Washington, DC, Samaria Governor Yossi Dagan met with Rep. Jodey Arrington and blessed him.
France demands answers after Jewish teens forcibly removed from Spanish flight
A group of French Jewish teenagers was removed from a Vueling flight in Valencia, sparking diplomatic outrage after Spain’s transport minister referred to them as “Israeli brats” and police handcuffed their counsellor.
Israel condemns Russian strikes against Kyiv
Foreign Minister Sa'ar condemns Russian attacks on residential neighborhoods that left nearly 30 people dead in Ukraine's capital.
Soldier's warning
Soldier's warning: 'Security perimeter breached — hundreds of terrorists crossed it'
IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip personally approached their battalion commander following new security escort missions and the breach of a defensive line defined by the brigade commander. 'Hundreds of terrorists crossed it; at times, soldiers stand just 50 meters from a frenzied crowd. There’s no concrete warning, no defensive line.'
Jerusalem Zoo worker killed in leopard attack
A leopard attacked an employee this morning at the Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem. The employee was evacuated to the hospital with serious neck injuries and could not be saved.
Rubio
Rubio: 'Nations that recognize Palestine can't even say where it is'
US Secretary of State criticizes France, UK, and Canada for rewarding Hamas terror by recognizing a Palestinian state while Hamas still holds hostages, notes Hamas has less reason to release the hostages.
WJC
WJC: 'Arab states calling for end to Hamas rule a moment of moral clarity'
World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder reacted to the recent joint declaration by Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey condemning the October 7th terrorist attacks and calling on Hamas to release all hostages, disarm, and relinquish its rule over Gaza.
Over antisemitism
Trump admin refers Harvard to DOJ over antisemitic discrimination
Trump administration refers Harvard to the DOJ over claims it failed to address antisemitic harassment of Jewish and Israeli students.
Smotrich:
Smotrich: I declare unequivocally - no more negotiations with Hamas for a partial deal
Minister Bezalel Smotrich at the Vision Conference: "Either we continue until victory, or we succumb to fatigue and external pressures."
Trump on Gaza:
Trump on Gaza: We want to make sure people get fed
President Donald Trump tells NBC News he expects Israel to ensure US aid to Gaza reaches civilians, not Hamas, voices confidence in Prime Minister Netanyahu’s competence.
