Eliya Cohen recounts being held in captivity with Ori Danino
Captivity survivor Eliya Cohen told the parents of Ori Danino about their son's strength in Hamas captivity.
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Mediators aim to extend ceasefire through Ramadan
Israel is in discussions with the United States to extend the ceasefire and release of hostages for another few weeks.
Instead of 'West Bank'
GOP House Foreign Affairs staffers told to say Judea & Samaria instead of 'West Bank'
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.) has instructed the committee's Republican staffers to refer to Judea and Samaria by their historical names rather than as the "West Bank."
IDF strikes significant Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon
The IDF says it struck Mahran Ali Nasser Al-Din, who played a significant role in Hezbollah’s weapons smuggling operations.
President Trump:
President Trump: 'Hamas is a vicious group of people, Israel must make a decision'
US President Donald Trump said he was 'disappointed' hostages are returning dead and noted that Israel is going to have to decide what it is doing as phase one ends.
Israel Heritage Foundation urges Senate to confirm Mike Huckabee as Ambassador to Israel
The Israel Heritage Foundation called on the Senate to confirm Mike Huckabee's appointment as US Ambassador to Israel, calling him an 'exceptional choice' for the position.
US Christian leaders affirm Jewish people's right to Judea and Samaria
In advance of Trump statement on Judea and Samaria, American Christian Leaders for Israel announce historic resolution reaffirming Jewish people’s right to the Biblical heartland.
Norwegian Israel Allies Caucus relaunches
Oslo Symposium 2025 and relaunch of the Norwegian Israel Allies Caucus to coincide in order to strengthen ties and combat antisemitism in Norway. Key political leaders and Christian allies unite in Oslo in defense of Israel.
Thousands wrap tefillin in memory of the Bibas mother and sons
Thousands of Israelis across the country wrapped tefillin at special orange tefillin stands during the funeral of Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas.
Hamas captivity survivor:
Hamas captivity survivor: 'My body is here, but my soul is not'
Yair Horn, who was recently freed after 498 days in captivity, calls on the international community to ensure the return of the 63 remaining hostages, including his younger brother Eitan.
PM's office confirms:
PM's office confirms: Murdered hostages' bodies to be returned to Israel tonight
Hamas announced that it will release the bodies of Ohad Yahalomi, Tsahi Idan, Itzik Elgarat, and Shlomo Mantzur. Israel will gradually release terrorists until the bodies are positively identified.
Smotrich reveals:
Smotrich reveals: This is the damage the Biden arms embargo on Israel caused
Finance Minister reveals that the US arms embargo on Israel last year forced Israel to use munition kits from the Yom Kippur War in Gaza.
Hochul orders CUNY to remove antisemitic 'Palestinian Studies' course at Hunter College
New York Governor instructs CUNY to investigate Hunter College to ensure antisemitic theories are not taught there after school posts job listing for course teaching about the evils of Israel that has been likened to Nazi propaganda.
Sa'ar:
Sa'ar: Military option must be on the table to stop Iran
Foreign Minister Sa’ar warns that Iran has already enriched enough uranium for 'a couple of bombs' and points out its growing influence in Judea and Samaria.
Goldknopf's threat:
Goldknopf's threat: 'This is the only way the government will last its term'
'Either we delay the Draft Law and hold elections in the summer, or we demand the Draft Law before the budget, and the government lasts its term.'
Judea and Samaria:
Judea and Samaria: Forces arrest 19 in overnight operations
IDF, ISA, and Israel Police forces conducted counterterrorism activities on Tuesday night in Judea and Samaria. 19 wanted individuals were apprehended and seven guns were confiscated.
'Five angels'
'Five angels' | Three generations of loss
Dana Silberman Sitton, sister of murdered hostage Shiri Bibas and aunt to Ariel and Kfir Bibas, tearfully mourns their loss. 'I hope you're up there embraced by Mom and Dad.'
Yarden Bibas:
Yarden Bibas: 'I'm sorry I didn't manage to save you'
Funeral for Ariel, Kfir, and Shiri Bibas leaves Rishon Lezion for Nir Oz cemetery; thousands stand along the roadsides, waving Israeli flags and paying last respects.
Ambassador's gesture at UN:
Ambassador's gesture at UN: A mezuzah made of trees from the Gaza border area
'The truth is on our side': First collaboration between Israel's Ministry of Heritage and Israeli mission to the UN.
Lookout's mother:
Lookout's mother: 'She continued reporting after terrorists infiltrated'
Mother of fallen IDF lookout Sergeant Yael Leibushor, says recordings reveals that her daughter 'picked herself up with the most confident voice, continued reporting while they were in the post.'
In memory of the Bibas family
Netanyahu asked for moment of silence to honor Bibas family, judge refused
Judge Rivka Friedman-Feldman rejects Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request for a moment of silence in court in memory of Shir, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas, who were murdered in Hamas captivity.
Traffic violation at celebration:
Indictment filed against terrorist released in hostage deal
Traffic offenses unit files indictment against three defendants from Jerusalem for offenses committed during celebrations for release of a terrorist.
Sharren Haskel: It's not enough for the BBC to take down the film
Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel slams BBC for film featuring son of Hamas official, notes UK taxpayers paid for it, to the tune of £400,000. 'If there have been payments to Hamas terrorists, those responsible must go.'
Senator Cruz: The USA stands with Judea and Samaria
Speaking at Sovereignty Conference, US Senator Ted Cruz stresses Jewish nation's inherent right to the Land of Israel, encourages Israeli government to stand strong.
Watch: Daniella Gilboa sings 'Shalom Aleichem' in Arabic
Released hostage Daniella Gilboa shares that due to concerns of being overheard, she and the other IDF lookouts taught themselves to sing the traditional 'Shalom Aleichem' in Arabic. Watch.
Watch:
Watch: Knesset holds minute of silence in memory of Shiri, Ariel, Kfir
Chairman of the National Security Committee MK Bismuth opened this morning's session with a minute of silence in memory of the Bibas family.
Report: Hamas preparing to renew fighting
As 'first stage' of ceasefire deal draws to a close, Hamas prepares to renew fighting with Israel, begins repairing tunnels damaged by IDF strikes.
Trump, Netanyahu on the beach:
Trump's vision for 'Gaza 2025: What's Next?'
US President shares an AI video of his plan for 'the day after' the war in Gaza.
Germany:
German trial begins for four suspected Hamas members over weapons smuggling
Trial commences in Germany for four individuals accused of being members of Hamas and suspected of orchestrating weapons stockpiles across Europe.
Witkoff:
Witkoff: Israel-Hamas talks progressing, ceasefire plan could advance soon
Speaking at AJC event, Trump's Middle East Envoy says he might travel to the region on Sunday to finalize the second phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
'The leak is a disgrace'
'The leak is a disgrace': IDF's unusual request following the outrage of bereaved families
Families of female lookouts blast the leak of the IDF investigation of October 7 failures to the media before it was presented to them. The IDF is calling on media outlets to refrain from publishing partial information.
Extensive strikes
Extensive strikes: IDF attacks targets in southern Syria
IDF strikes military targets in southern Syria including command centers and multiple sites containing weapons. Defense Minister Katz: We will not allow southern Syria to turn into southern Lebanon.
Agreement reached on release of terrorists
Israeli official confirms: Bodies of hostages will be released by Hamas without a "ceremony", the terrorists will be released gradually.
Congressman proposes $250 bill with Trump's face
US Rep. Joe Wilson introduces legislation to create a $250 bill, saying 'Bidenflation' makes this necessary, proposes putting President's face on it.
Stopping the takeover:
Stopping the takeover: Demolition of strategic sites in Judea and Samaria
In accordance with Bezalel Smotrich's policy of fighting illegal construction, the Civil Administration's enforcement unit today demolished buildings in two central locations in Judea and Samaria.
Ahead of Bibas funerals:
Knesset building lit up in orange ahead of funeral for Shiri, Ariel and Kfir Bibas
Knesset building lit up in orange; Speaker Amir Ohana will open the Knesset plenum session with a minute of silence.
US imposes sanctions on Iran's petroleum trade
State Department announces the imposition of sanctions on eight entities engaged in Iranian petroleum and petrochemical trade as part of Trump's maximum pressure campaign on Iran.
IDF investigation at Nahal Oz:
IDF investigation at Nahal Oz: Ignoring the warning signs and the soldiers' bravery
Hamas collected accurate data on the Nahal Oz base and attacked in three waves; at the time of the attack, only one guard was stationed at the gate.
Danon:
Danon: 'Hamas has no place in Gaza's future'
Israel's UN Ambassador tells UN Security Council rescued hostage 'would not have to be here today if the international community and this Council had acted against Hamas instead of looking away and remaining silent.'
Another Gaza violation:
Another Gaza violation: Maritime vessels violated restrictions, IDF attacked
IDF identified several vessels that violated security restrictions in the Gaza maritime space and fired at them.
