Hamas prisoner got degree, wrote book in Israeli prison
The Palestinian Prisoners Society says that a Hamas operative serving his 22nd year in prison got a degree in history and wrote a book and academic paper while in prison.
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Hostages' families to WHO:
Hostages' families to WHO: Vaccinate hostages for polio
The Hostages Families Forum is urging WHO and UNICEF to include the hostages in their ongoing polio vaccination campaign and all other health interventions.
'Hamas doesn't want a war'
'Hamas doesn't want a war' | Top secret Shin Bet documents from before 10.7 revealed
Documents sent by Israel's internal security organization to the Prime Minister just days before the murderous attack recommend concessions for Gaza to maintain quiet.
Oct. 7th failures:
Oct. 7th failures: Gaza Division intelligence officer to step down
One of the intelligence officers who was behind the giant failure and ignored the warnings from the division's observers is set to meet with his commanders and notify them of his resignation.
State Comptroller:
44% of hate crimes in New York State targeted Jews, State Comptroller says
Report by NY State Comptroller finds hate crimes in state rose 69% from 2018-2023, hate crimes against Jews rose 89%.
Houthis publish new footage of attack on Greek oil tanker
The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen published extensive footage of them highjacking and setting alight the Greek-flagged Sounion oil tanker in the Red Sea, which has been burning for over a week.
IDF reveals:
IDF reveals how Hamas fakes polls to create image of widespread support
Newly revealed documents documents prove a widespread effort by the terrorist organization to falsify the results of surveys conducted by the "PSR" institute, in order to create a false impression of public support for the terrorist organization, especially after the October 7th massacre.
Gallant:
Gallant: 'For northern residents to return home we must expand war's goals'
Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant held a strategic briefing and discussion on expanding the war's goals.
Foreign Minister:
Foreign Minister: 'Iran smuggles weapons into Judea and Samaria through Jordan'
Foreign Minister Israel Katz accused Iran and the IRGC of smuggling weapons into Judea and Samaria through the Jordanian border to foment violence and terrorism in the region.
High School Teachers' Union:
High School Teachers' Union Chair: School year will not begin on September 1st
Israeli High School Teachers' Union Chairman Ran Erez announced that the union will strike on the first day of the school year, demanding a raise in salaries and additional benefits for teachers.
October 7th anniversary:
October 7th anniversary: The decision to prevent two ceremonies from overlapping
The Families' Ceremony to commemorate the first anniversary of the October 7th massacre will begin at 7:00 and will not overlap with the State Ceremony which will begin at 9:00
$50,000 Torah scroll stolen from Queens yeshiva returned to owner
Arrested thief directs police to hiding place of Torah scroll stolen from Far Rockaway day school in May.
Parents of American hostage:
Parents of American hostage: 'Hostage crisis is not a partisan issue'
After advocating for their son's release at both the RNC and DNC, the parents of Omer Neutra wrote an op-ed in Newsweek stressing: '[The hostages’] captivity cannot be a political issue—it is a global humanitarian crisis, and it can only be solved through unity and focus.'
IDF reveals:
IDF reveals: Hamas' Rafah Brigade has collapsed
IDF officials say that up to now 80% of the tunnels in the Philadelphi Corridor have been destroyed.
Explosives lab found inside Jordan Valley mosque
The IDF and ISA completed a counterterrorism operation in the area of Far'a in the Jordan Valley with the objective of foiling terror, exposing terrorist infrastructure and eliminating armed terrorists in the area.
'Give it to him - hostile down'
Watch: Border Police officers eliminate terrorists near Jenin
Footage filmed by a camera mounted on the helmet of Border Police special operations officers shows a close-quarters encounter between the officers and armed terrorists.
Tulkarm and Jenin:
Tulkarm and Jenin: 12 terrorists eliminated, 10 arrested in counterterror operation
Among the terrorists that were eliminated was Muhhamad Jabber, 'Abu Shujaa,' the head of a terrorist network in Nur Shams who had been involved in numerous terror attacks.
Duma convict to be transferred to religious prison wing
Amiram Ben Uliel, who was convicted of murdering the Dawabsheh family in the village of Duma in 2015 will be transferred from a high-security detention facility to a religious wing.
IDF Spokesman reveals:
IDF Spokesman reveals: Farhan al-Qadi was rescued from the heart of Rafah
IDF Spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari spoke with commanders and soldiers who rescued the hostage Farhan al-Qadi and revealed for the first time that he was rescued from the heart of Rafah.
Refugee from north unable to continue medical treatment
Malka is a mother of 2. She’s also sick with a rare blood condition, and currently is evacuated from her home on Israel's Northern border.
IDF arrests suspects, seizes weapons near Ramallah
The operation was competed with no injuries to Israeli forces.
Bereaved sister:
Bereaved sister: 'This time he had doubts, but he said he was going anyway'
The sister of fallen IDF soldier Yohay Hay Glam recounts her last conversations with her brother before his fateful return to Gaza.
IAF shoots down UAV approaching from Syria
IAF downs UAV headed towards Israeli territory, strikes terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon.
Aryeh Zalmanovich was murdered beside his friend Farhan al-Qadi
Qaid Farhan al-Qadi, Bedouin Israeli rescued from Gaza captivity, says hostage Aryeh Zalmanovich was held hostage alongside him until his death.
Netanyahu and Zelenskyy discuss Uman pilgrimage
Netanyahu discussed the situation in the region with Zelenskyy and raised the issue of tens of thousands of Israelis traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah.
Islamic Jihad intelligence commander eliminated in Gaza
IDF eliminates dozens of terrorists, locates large quantities of weapons in central and southern Gaza, and eliminates a commander in the Islamic Jihad’s intelligence unit.
Haredi minister: Don't allow Red Cross to visit Nukhba terrorists
Construction and Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf demands Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu block Red Cross visits to Nukhba terrorists until Red Cross visits Israelis held hostage in Gaza.
Special Western Wall service for anniversary of massacre
Preparations are being made for the traditional Slichot prayers ahead of the High Holidays at the Western Wall, including a special service to be held on October 7th.
'Hang on, we're coming'
'Hang on, we're coming': Families of hostages burst across the Gaza border
Families of the hostages who came to the Gaza border to call out to their loved ones broke through the border fence and began marching into Gaza.
As Close As Possible:
As Close As Possible: Hersh's mother cries out a blessing on the Gaza border
Families of the hostages cry out to their loved ones from the Gaza border
New Arabic-language site offers facts about the Temple Mount
Beyadenu launches new Arabic-language site featuring historical facts, interactive map of Temple Mount. 'Site should've been launched years ago by the Israeli government.'
Protest vigil in front of the Chief Military Prosecutor's house
Activists from the Im Tirtzu movement held a protest vigil in front of the Chief Military Prosecutor's house in light of recent events, especially the arrest of soldiers from Force 100.
Israel Dog Unit brings working dog exhibition to Samaria
The organization hosted children at the Samaria town of Kfar Tapuach to view the dog's special training.
Stone seal from the First Temple period discovered in Jerusalem
Seal bearing the name of Yehoʼezer ben Hoshʼayahu, 'one of the most beautiful ever discovered,' found near Southern Wall of the Temple Mount.
Netanyahu and Zelenskyy discuss situation in the Middle East
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speak by phone. Zelenskyy's spokesman says Netanyahu "expressed support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine."
Rep. Torres to US airlines:
Rep. Torres to US airlines: Suspension of flights to Israel has the effect of a boycott
Rep. Ritchie Torres criticizes three major US airlines for continued suspension of flights to Israel, says they are “effectively boycotting” the country.
After vehicles hit by bullets:
WFP temporarily suspends operations in Gaza after vehicles hit by bullets
World Food Programme temporarily suspends movement of its employees across the Gaza Strip, claiming bullets struck one of its vehicles as it approached an IDF checkpoint. IDF investigating the incident.
Gas leak:
One dead, 10 injured in gas leak in IRGC facility in Isfahan
Iran's Revolutionary Guards says the incident took place in a workshop at one of their centers in Isfahan province.
Trump:
Trump: Biden and Harris partially to blame for assassination attempt
Former US President says in interview with Dr. Phil that current President and Vice President made it difficult for the Secret Service to protect him.
Days after arrest:
Telegram founder charged in France, days after arrest
Pavel Durov, CEO and co-founder of messaging app Telegram, charged in France with facilitating various criminal activities.
