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Hostages and Missing Families Forum praises a rare Arab League call for Hamas to disarm and step down from Gaza, calling it vital progress. The group urges world powers to demand hostage releases and hold Hamas accountable for obstructing peace.
Pro-Israel activist says he acted in self-defense during racially motivated assault; no injuries reported as bullet struck nearby wall.
British Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis condemns Prime Minister Keir Starmer's threat to recognize a Palestinian state even if Hamas remains in power and continues to hold hostages.
The designations target over 115 individuals, companies, and vessels tied to a vast Iranian oil shipping empire controlled by Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani.
Annexation of Gaza buffer zone, martial law, and siege tactics among options if Hamas refuses to agree to deal in coming days, senior official warns.
Prime Minister Netanyahu visits Israel Prison Service: "What we have here is not just justice or deterrence, but considerable intelligence and assets that we have used to rescue our hostages. We will achieve the absolute victory while freeing our hostages. This is an effort from which we will not relent."
Victim beaten and cursed by three youths in early-morning assault; police responded quickly but suspects escaped.
Russia's towering Klyuchevskoy Volcano has erupted following a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that rocked the Kamchatka Peninsula. The volcano spewed lava and ash into the sky, prompting urgent evacuations and flight alerts
Six months after her release, Berger shares emotional message urging unity to redeem captives. 'You returned the tune to my life.'
UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese says US sanctions over her anti-Israel stance have seriously disrupted her finances and personal life, calling the move 'dangerous.'
British hostage families urge UK to halt recognition plan until all captives are freed, warning it may embolden Hamas and delay their release.
Katz, partner of freed hostage Gadi Mozes, was reburied in Nir Oz after temporary burial; Mozes vows to help rebuild community and fight for release of remaining captives.
Teen, 15, wounded in upper body after Border Police open fire during evacuation of Tzur Harel.
Acquisition marks Palo Alto Networks' largest deal and reinforces Israel's leadership in global cybersecurity innovation.
MK Amir Ohana causes stir at Inter-Parliamentary Union summit in Geneva when he shows video of crowd in Iran shouting 'death to Israel,' suggests Palestinian state be established in London and Paris.
Public diplomacy activist Yoseph Haddad was questioned after his gun went off during an altercation in southern Tel Aviv.
Emily Damari warns that UK recognition of Palestinian statehood while Hamas controls Gaza may legitimize terror and obstruct efforts for long-term peace.
Justice Minister Yariv Levin, Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli tell Supreme Court government unable to implement proposal for Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's dismissal, citing widespread disqualification of potential committee members.
A special meeting was recently held at the Israel Dog Unit (IDU) headquarters in Kfar Tapuach with Avichai Tanami, the special coordinator for addressing the issue of hilltop youth in Judea and Samaria.
Ashkelon police uncover dozens of fake sacred texts in undercover sting, say 56-year-old suspect posed as certified scribe.
Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu says Israel shouldn't address Gaza hunger during wartime, sovereignty will bring security.
An 8.8 magnitude earthquake at a shallow depth off the coast of Russia created ideal conditions for the development of a tsunami.
New master plan for Gvaot neighborhood includes over 1,000 housing units with public spaces and landmark inclusion for people with disabilities.
Minister Wasserlauf found himself in a chase in the Shapira neighborhood of Tel Aviv, apprehended the thief, and held him until police arrived.
Badra Yosef leaves country after husband's passing amid dwindling Jewish presence; only four Jews remain in Yemen.
Opposition leader MK Yair Lapid called on his supporters not to watch Channel 14 even in public spaces, and suggested 'politely asking to change the channel.'
Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton says Israel faces 'singular standard' in war, praises IDF for going 'the extra mile' to help Gazans despite unprovoked October 7 attack.
U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee tweeted this morning about the plans of various European countries to recognize a Palestinian state.
The US increases its reward for information on AQAP leader Sa’ad bin Atef al-Awlaki to $10 million.
President Trump says the US has “no view” on recognizing a Palestinian state, denies discussing the issue with UK PM Starmer.
In a tense cabinet meeting, Finance Minister Smotrich criticizes IDF Chief of Staff Zamir and voices longing for his predecessor, Herzi Halevi.
Magnitude-8.7 quake strikes near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, prompting tsunami alerts in Japan, Hawaii, Alaska, and the US West Coast.
The New York Times clarifies its report on a malnourished Gazan child, noting he had pre-existing health issues. Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett blasts the newspaper, accuses it of spreading a modern-day blood libel against Israel.
Julia Hyman, a 27-year-old Cornell graduate, identified as one of four victims in Monday's tragic Manhattan shooting. Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff issues a heartfelt statement mourning her loss.
Netanyahu is expected to convene a critical discussion on Gaza strategy. Among the options: a ground maneuver in central Gaza and isolating the population from Hamas.
17 nations agree on statement calling for Hamas to lay down its arms and end its rule in Gaza during UN conference calling for the creation of a Palestinian Arab state.
During a missile attack from Yemen, U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee sheltered at Jerusalem’s Begin Center, calling it 'another typical day in Israel' and condemning Hamas supporters as 'sick.'
Six months after her release from Hamas captivity, Arbel Yehud shares the emotional pain of leaving her partner behind, calls on Israeli leaders to take bold action to bring the remaining hostages home.
Sirens also sound in parts of central Israel following Houthi missile attack. The missile was intercepted.
After receiving a letter threatening to harm his family and demanding that he vote against the government, MK Zvi Sukkot calls on the Shin Bet to act before harm is done.
