Israel National News

President Herzog:

President Herzog: 'Former anti-Nazi alliances now allow antisemitism to flourish'

UN General Assembly honors Israeli President Isaac Herzog at ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation.

King Charles visits JCC Krakow on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

King Charles III, the King of England, visited the Jewish Community Centre of Krakow ahead of The King attending commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp.

Israel Heritage Foundation executive meets Ambassador Danon

Rabbi David Katz, Executive Director of the Israel Heritage Foundation, met today with Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, on Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Hamas leader in Tulkarm eliminated

Ihab Abu Atiwi, a terrorist who served as the head of the Hamas terrorist organization in Tulkarm, was involved in numerous shooting attacks, including an attack on an Israeli vehicle at the Ramin junction in July.

Watch:

Watch: Thousands of Gazans return northward

Less then a day after the Netzarim Corridor was opened for pedestrian crossing, thousands of Gazans have begun to make their way to the remains of Gaza City - guarded by Hamas police.

Govt. spokesperson:

Govt. spokesperson: 8 of 33 hostages on Hamas list are dead

Government spokesperson David Mencer tells reporters that the list of hostages provided last night by Hamas for the 33 hostages who are being released over 6 weeks contains 25 living hostages and 8 dead hostages.

Bezalel Smotrich:

Bezalel Smotrich: 'We will work to execute Trump's emigration plan for Gaza'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich criticized the risks of the hostage deal and called to adopt President Trump's proposal to move Gazans to another country.

Cyrus:

Cyprus: Hate graffiti on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Anti-Israeli graffiti was sprayed on International Holocaust Remembrance Day on public buildings and private property across the city of Larnaca, Cyprus.

Iran purchases Russian 4.5 generation fighter planes

For 1st time, Revolutionary Guards commander says Iran is purchasing Russian fighter craft, the Sukhoi-35 fighter jets, which will be a substantial upgrade over Iran's current small and aging air force.

Lebanon:

Lebanon: Christian leader blames Hezbollah for dozens of deaths yesterday

Samir Geagea, the leader of the Lebanese Forces party says that Hezbollah 'proves that it does not value people’s lives' after the terror group encourages Lebanese citizens to defy IDF warnings to keep away from villages in the south, leading to 24 deaths.

Sister of hostage Yarden Bibas: 'This is the most difficult moment'

Ofri Bibas, sister of Yarden, sister-in-law of Shiri and aunt of Ariel and Kfir, speaks about the recent agonizing weeks: 'We need information from official sources, not media and WhatsApp groups.'

Portugal:

Portugal: 1,000 students and dignitaries at Holocaust museum memorial ceremony

At Porto Holocaust Museum, Israeli Ambassador to Portugal says difference between Shoah and today is, 'Now we can fight back.'

Released hostage's father:

Released hostage's father: 'Romi heard me on the news while in Gaza; it gave her strength'

Eitan Gonen recounts the emotional moment when his daughter told him, 'Dad, I came back alive,' calls on hostage families to continue speaking in the media, to raise awareness to their loved ones in captivity.

'A reckless deal that will cost in blood'

Hostages' families demand Ben Gvir support deal with Hamas

Argument breaks out in Knesset committee, as representatives of some of the hostages' families demand MK Itamar Ben Gvir support the deal with Hamas. Ben Gvir: 'A reckless deal that will cost in blood.'

Woman and infant killed in deadly traffic accident

Woman of about 40, infant of about one year, killed in traffic accident between two vehicles and a truck near the Ha'amakim Interchange in northern Israel. Five others were injured.

Released hostage:

Liri Albag: 'There are 2 million terrorists in Gaza'

Hamas demanded hostages talk on stage before their release; they chose to show hand signs of victory. 'I would say one sentence in Arabic: ‘My name is Liri Albag, I am number one.'

Liri Albag's father clarifies:

Liri Albag's father clarifies: 'I was referring only to the leaders'

Eli Albag, father of Liri Albag, who was released in a prisoner swap deal with Hamas, explains his 'scorn' for those who didn't support deal.

Father of hostage:

Father of hostage: 'Hostage families are not the only families in Israel'

Zvika Mor, whose son Eitan is being held hostage in Gaza, responds to father of released hostage Liri Albag, who said that he scorns those who opposed the hostage deal.

Bereaved father to Eli Albag:

Bereaved dad to Eli Albag: Many Jews will pay with their lives for your daughter's release

Itzik Bonzel, father of fallen IDF soldier Amit Bonzel, responds to Eli Albag, whose daughter was freed in a prisoner swap deal: 'This is the time to bow your head and say thank you, not to threaten.'

Iranian analyst:

Iranian analyst: The Iranian young people hate Palestinians

Sadegh Zibakalam, an Iranian author and political analyst, says sympathy for Palestinians 'evaporated' after October 7 massacre, Iranian young people 'HATE Palestinians.'

Report:

Report: Lebanese military officers leaked sensitive info on IDF operations to Hezbollah

During the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, dozens of officers in the Lebanese army leaked sensitive information on IDF movements to Hezbollah, in a way that allowed Hezbollah to move weapons.

Combat helicopter pilot:

Combat helicopter pilot: 'We're here until the last hostage comes home'

'I had the privilege of bringing home the hostages we have been waiting so long for and I am here until the last hostage returns,' says Squadron 118 helicopter pilot Captain S.

Iran claims to own missiles with AI technology

Iran continues to boast of its military achievements, this time claiming it has equipped its drones with domestically-produced missiles incorporating artificial intelligence technology.

Syria's new government intercepts weapons intended for Hezbollah

Border authority of Syria's new government says it intercepted weapons intended for smuggling to Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Herzog thanks Trump and Witkoff

Herzog thanks Trump and Witkoff: I wish you great success in bringing peace and stability

Speaking at inauguration of "The Altneu" synagogue in New York, President Herzog comments on latest developments on the hostages: With God's help, we will soon hear—this week—about six more hostages returning home. I commend all those involved in reaching today's agreement.

'Genocide Cuisine'

'Genocide Cuisine': Israeli restaurant in New York City vandalized

Miriam restaurant in Park Slope found vandalized with the words “Israel Steals Culture” and “Genocide Cuisine” spray-painted in red.

Netanyahu and US Defense Secretary discuss 'unbreakable' US-Israel bond

One day after being sworn in, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks by phone to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. US defense official says Hegseth stressed that the United States is fully committed to ensure that Israel has the capabilities it needs to defend itself.

Steve Witkoff:

Steve Witkoff: It's a good day for the hostages

Speaking to Israeli reporters in New York, Trump's Middle East envoy comments on release of four female soldiers from Hamas captivity: I had a lot of tears, reflecting on my own son who I lost. It felt solemn, but really worthy.

White House announces:

White House announces: Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon extended to February 18

White House announces that the arrangement between Lebanon and Israel will continue to be in effect until February 18. The original arrangement expired on Sunday, but the IDF remained in Lebanon, due to the fact that the ceasefire has yet to be fully enforced by Lebanon.

Do not land in Paphos:

ISA gives irregular instructions to Israeli airlines: 'Do not land in Paphos'

ISA announces that 'for various security reasons,' it has been decided to redirect all Israeli flights to Cyprus to the airport in Larnaca.'

Due to threats:

Due to threats: Minister Amichai Chikli forced to cancel visit to EU Parliament

Due to concrete warnings and following the instruction of the security authorities, Minister of Diaspora Affairs Amichai Chikli had to cancel his visit to the European Parliament in Brussels.

Families of released hostages thank President Trump for securing their daughters' freedom

The families of Karina Ariev, Naama Levy, Daniella Gilboa, and Liri Albag expressed their gratitude to President Trump for his crucial role in securing their daughters' freedom.

New details from the captivity of the four young women

It was very difficult for the young women to leave their friend Agam Berger and one of them offered to stay behind with her but was refused.

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad terrorist who threatened troops

In the central Gaza Strip, IDF troops fired warning shots at several gatherings of dozens of suspects who were advancing toward the troops and posed a threat to them.

Yitzhak Amit elected as Supreme Court President

Coalition representatives boycott vote to elect Justice Yitzhak Amit as President of the Israeli Supreme Court. Justice Minister Levin refuses to recognize the appointment.

Babi Yar:

Zelenskyy attends ceremony marking 80 years since liberation of Auschwitz at Babi Yar

President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, participated today in a ceremony at Babi Yar, marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp.

Three right-wing activists issued administrative arrest warrants

IDF Central Command Commanding Officer Avi Bluth issued warrants for the administrative house arrest of three right-wing activists.

Watch:

Watch: Troops from the Kfir Brigade operate in Jenin

The troops are operating as part of Operation Wall of Iron. Over the past few days, the troops eliminated terrorists, and located and destroyed an explosives lab and a lathe for manufacturing weapons.

Judea and Samaria 2024

Judea and Samaria 2024 population growth double the regular rate

WestBankJewishPopulationStats.com report reveals that the Jewish population in Judea and Samaria grew by an impressive 2.33% in 2024, reaching a total of 529,455 residents—more than double the growth rate of Israel's general population.

Former female guard:

Former female guard: 'Released terrorist threatened to haunt me for the rest of my life'

A former guard at Gilboa Prison fears the release of Muhammad Attallah, who sexually assaulted her, in the hostage deal and laments the lack of support she feels from the state.