Netanyahu meets US Congressional delegation
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, today, met with a US Congressional delegation organized by AIPAC, and with a bipartisan delegation led by Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA).
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Senator Lindsey Graham:
Sen. Graham: If negotiations fail, destroy Hamas, as we destroyed the Germans and Japanese
Senator Lindsey Graham spoke about the possible failure of negotiations and said, 'There is no future for the Palestinians until Hamas is gone.'
IDF asks public not to spread unverified rumors about hostages
The IDF urges the public to rely only on announcements from official sources and to refrain from spreading rumors that harm the families of the hostages and the public.
Sa'ar slams AG's demands on Trump Gaza plan
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara drew criticism from Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar after she demanded to be consulted on the legality of Trump's plan to relocate Gaza residents.
Report:
Report: US intelligence believes Putin not interested in peace in Ukraine
Intelligence and congressional officials tell NBC Russian President is still seeking to conquer Ukraine and his not interested in permanently ending his war against his neighbor.
Khamenei congratulates Islamic Jihad for 'victory in Gaza'
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei meets Islamic Jihad leader Ziad Nakhaleh in Tehran to celebrate the terrorists' "victory" over Israel.
Severe warnings ahead of impending storm
Israel Institute for Occupational Safety and Hygiene publishes severe warnings ahead of impending storm against using heaters at work and at home.
Jewish leaders to Knesset:
Jewish leaders to Knesset: 'Press UN to hold Hamas accountable for sexual violence'
Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations delegation addresses Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, urges Israel to press UN to hold Hamas to account for the sexual violence on 10/7 and against hostages.
Minister Ron Dermer to lead negotiations on phase 2 of ceasefire
Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer has been appointed to lead Israel's negotiations on the second phase of the hostage deal with Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff.
Families announce:
These 6 hostages will be released on Saturday, families announce
The families of Tal Shoham, Omer Shem Tov, Eliya Cohen, Omer Wenkert, Hisham al-Sayed, and Avera Mengistu announce that they will be among the 6 living hostages who will be released this Saturday.
Shiri, Ariel & Kfir:
Bibas family say they heard reports, but haven't received official update
Bibas family responds to Hamas reports on the return of their loved ones with the dead bodies: 'We haven't received any official update. Until we are certain, our journey will not end.'
Watch:
Watch: Car bombing in Tel Aviv
A vehicle exploded in Tel Aviv on Tuesday afternoon. Police believe the incident to have been an organized crime assassination attempt.
Hostage Eliya Cohen's partner notified that he will be released on Saturday
Hostage Eliya Cohen's partner, Ziv, announces she received notification he will be released on Saturday.
Fiji to open embassy in Jerusalem
The Republic of Fiji intends to become the seventh nation to open an embassy in Jerusalem. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar praised the move.
Hostage's wife to Hungarian Pres.:
Hostage's wife, Lishay Miran, to Hungarian President: 'My daughters need their father'
President Herzog participates in state ceremony in Hungary and, together with Hungarian President, meets family of hostage Omri Miran and Holocaust survivor Aharon Shabo and his family.
Minister Sa'ar:
Minister Sa'ar: 'PA continues its deception; Turkey working to rebuild Hezbollah'
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar warned the international press that based on statements by the PA and intelligence, payments to families of terrorists proceed as always.
Hamas to release six living and four deceased hostages by Saturday
Khalil al-Haya confirmed that the group has decided to release four bodies on Thursday and to release six hostages on Saturday, in return for the release of the Palestinian prisoners.
'Israel's Lookout' to be renamed 'Trump Lookout'
Samaria Governor Yossi Dagan announced that the lookout point in the town of Peduel will be renamed in honor of the US President. The lookout is part of the 'Gutnik Center'.
Lod Mayor:
Lod Mayor: 'Israel is working to thin out the Arab population'
Lod Mayor Yair Revivo accused Israel of deliberately ignoring the wave of violence in Arab communities in the hopes of reducing its Arab population.
Israel's offer to Hamas
Israel's offer to Hamas: Heavy vehicles in return for 6 living hostages by Saturday
A senior Israeli official said that Israel would allow heavy vehicles to enter Gaza for the removal of rubble if Hamas would release six living hostages by Saturday.
'6000 Buildings in Danger':
'6000 Buildings in Danger': Tverya mayor's grim warning in the Knesset
A Knesset committee heard from the Tverya mayor and Israel's Geological Institute today about the growing likelihood of an earthquake and the worrying discrepancies in Israel's preparedness.
Strengthening war widows:
'Let us grow together'- Empowerment for Swords of Iron widows
Women of all ages widowed in the war met at the Center for the Family at Orot Yisrael College to gain strength to cope with the challenges that their lives now demand.
'A fifth column in our midst'
Knesset member compares Gazans' voluntary relocation to Holocaust
MK Almog Cohen announced that he is seeking the ouster of MK Ofir Cassif who posted a photo of Jews in line to be deported from Nazi Germany and compared it to the voluntary relocation of Gazans.
Poll:
Poll: Majority of Israelis fear massacre in Judea and Samaria
A survey reveals that 62% of Israelis fear an attack similar to the October 7th massacre from Palestinians in Judea and Samaria.
Egypt's alternative plan for the Gaza Strip
Egypt's proposal to counter President Trump's plan would see Gazans temporarily relocated to 'secure areas' in Gaza and the creation of a 'Palestinian administration,' unaligned with Hamas or the PA.
Uman prepares for holidays despite war
Representatives of the Uman Jewish community met with the regional governor, Ihor Ivanovych Taburets, to negotiate preparations for Jewish holidays.
Northern Arrows:
Northern Arrows: IDF withdraws from Lebanon, retains five key positions
The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect today. The IDF completed its withdrawal from southern Lebanon's Shiite villages but retained five installations in Lebanese territory.
Infiltration into Lebanon:
Infiltration into Lebanon: Hassidim attempted to 'annex' the tomb of 4th-century sage
A number of Breslov Hassidim moved the border fence between Israel and Lebanon, so that the entire gravesite of Rabbi Ashi, which until now was divided, would be included in Israeli territory.
Police arrest suspect for alleged hate crime in Jewish area of London
Man arrested following reports that he targeted Jewish-owned businesses and attempted to assault pedestrians in the Golders Green neighborhood in London.
In an Israeli hospital:
In an Israeli hospital: Nukhba terrorist received the desired test - within hours
A Nukhba terrorist, who complained of headaches and dizziness, transferred to Kaplan Hospital in Rehovot, where he underwent a head CT scan and an MRI within hours.
Steve Witkoff:
Steve Witkoff: We are not leaving anybody behind
Trump’s Special Envoy to the Middle East speaks at Miami event marking the closing of exhibit in memory of the victims of the Nova Music Festival, reiterates administration's commitment to securing the release of all the hostages.
Noa Argamani in Miami:
Noa Argamani in Miami: We have to bring an end to this nightmare
Noa Argamani, who was rescued from Hamas captivity, speaks at exhibit in Miami in memory of the victims of the Nova Music Festival, calls for implementation of phase 2 of the hostage deal.
Aviva Siegel reveals:
Aviva Siegel reveals: The terrorist pointed a gun at Keith and threatened to kill him
Aviva Siegel, wife of freed hostage Keith Siegel, describes at a rally in Tel Aviv the unimaginable suffering of those being held in Gaza.
Poll:
Poll: 68% support Trump's plan for Gaza
According to a new poll published by Channel 12 News, 68 percent of the Israeli public supports US President Donald Trump's plan for Gaza.
One dead, one wounded in shooting in northern Tel Aviv
Witnesses report seeing motorcycle fleeing scene of shooting.
Oct. 7th Investigation:
Oct. 7th Investigation: Terrorists got lost on the way to Netivot, found festival site
An IDF investigation into the massacre at the Supernova festival reveals the Hamas force intended to attack Netivot, but reached the festival instead due to a navigation error.
Cold front to hit later, snow still expected in Jerusalem on Saturday
The cold front that was expected to begin on Thursday is now expected to begin on Saturday. Jerusalem could see first snow in 3 years on Saturday and Sunday.
Former hostage Iair Horn:
Former hostage Iair Horn: 'I need only 1 thing, bring back my brother and all hostages'
Hamas captivity survivor Iair Horn, who was released this past Saturday, asked to share a video message at the rally currently taking place at the Hostages Square marking 500 days.
President Herzog to visit Hungary, Italy
The family of Omri Miran, who was kidnapped from his home in Nahal Oz on October 7, will join the President's State Visit to Hungary marking 80 years since the Holocaust of Hungarian Jewry.
US Senators:
US Senators: 'Four questions to be answered in this region'
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), along with a group of other Senators, told a press conference this evening about how Israel and America should proceed regarding Iran, the Palestinians, and Saudi Arabia.
