Stories written by the Israel National News team have been compiled and edited by several news writers
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.'
Terrorist from Tulkarm neutralized by security guard, apprehended with knife at Kibbutz Metzer.
The exercise was led by the Home Front Command and Israel Police, with the participation of all local emergency and rescue services.
IDF eliminates Salah al-Din Za‘atra, deputy commander of Hamas’ Al-Furqan Battalion, strike 130 terror targets above and below ground.
Israel marks the day when both Holy Temples were destroyed; tens of thousands recite prayers of mourning at the Western Wall in Jerusalem.
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 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.
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 hostage Rom Braslavski expresses anguish after disturbing new footage of his son is released.
President Trump orders two nuclear submarines to deploy near Russia, warning of “unintended consequences” after provocative threats from Dmitry Medvedev.
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 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 with a sign of life of hostage Evyatar David
'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.
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.
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.
Security forces uncover weapons caches in Anabta, Al-Ram, Odala, and more during week-long operation to dismantle terror infrastructure in Central Command region.
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.'
Ambassador Huckabee accuses Hamas of manipulating aid and Western media, calling anti-Israel sentiment a mix of spiritual animus and misinformation.
During an official visit to Washington, DC, Samaria Governor Yossi Dagan met with Rep. Jodey Arrington and blessed him.
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.
Foreign Minister Sa'ar condemns Russian attacks on residential neighborhoods that left nearly 30 people dead in Ukraine's capital.
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.'
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.
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.
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.
Trump administration refers Harvard to the DOJ over claims it failed to address antisemitic harassment of Jewish and Israeli students.
Minister Bezalel Smotrich at the Vision Conference: "Either we continue until victory, or we succumb to fatigue and external pressures."
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.
Ditza Or, mother of Avinatan who is being held captive in Gaza, addresses National Vision Conference: Either defeat Hamas or bring everyone back.
Justice Minister Yariv Levin on the issue of sovereignty: "We are close to the first step and must make a supreme effort to start this process in practice."
President Trump signs an executive order raising tariffs on Israeli goods to 15% starting Friday. The new rate is a slight drop from 17% announced in April, but remains above the 10% Israel had hoped for.
President Trump says Iran’s nuclear program was “decimated” and lauds US pilots’ B-2 missions. On Gaza, he calls the situation “terrible,” noting $60 million in US aid hasn’t reached the people, blaming Hamas for diverting food and funds.
The Islamic Jihad terror organization published footage of the Israeli hostage Rom Braslavski, claiming that it was filmed before contact with his captors was lost.
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters states in response to reports US, Israel are considering a new deal that only a deal to free all of the remaining 50 hostages is acceptable. 'Time is running out.'
The Coalition for Jewish Values calls the American Jewish Committee's accusations that Rep. Randy Fine supports 'starving children' 'outrageous and unfair.'
UK sees unprecedented voter turnout as five slates secure representation under newly revised mandate allocation and surplus vote redistribution rules.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says the President opposes the recognition of 'Palestine' because it is 'rewarding Hamas at a time where Hamas is the true impediment to a ceasefire and to the release of all of the hostages.'
Demonstrators refused police orders to disperse; arrests made after chants against IDF operations in Gaza.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says the 2 officials will observe the situation on the ground in Gaza and use that experience to develop a new aid distribution mechanism.
