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Watch: The Israeli flag held up in the middle of a London anti-Israel march
Israeli-American journalist Emily Schrader held up an Israeli flag in the middle of an anti-Israel protest in London.
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Minister Chikli
Minister Chikli: 'Current peace talks the result of Gaza City operation'
Hamas reportedly has 'reservations' about the map detailing the withdrawal of Israeli forces under the Trump peace plan.
David Zini officially takes office as head of Shin Bet
In the near future, Zini will work closely with S., Deputy Chief of the Shin Bet, and will undergo professional overlap. His entry into office will not be accompanied by an official ceremony.
Blames AIPAC
Squad member Cori Bush launches comeback bid, blames AIPAC for 2024 defeat
Former congresswoman Cori Bush, a known critic of Israel who was ousted in the last election, announces a comeback bid.
After US pressure
Ireland retreats on Israel sanctions after US corporate pressure
Ireland is set to soften its sanctions on Israeli “settlements”, limiting them to goods only, after pressure from US multinationals and fears of economic backlash.
Hezbollah:
Hezbollah: US Gaza plan 'full of dangers,' aims to advance Israel’s agenda
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem warns Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan is “full of dangers,” accusing Israel of using diplomacy to achieve territorial goals it failed to secure through war.
Sirens in central Israel, J'lem
Sirens in central Israel, Shfela and Jerusalem areas, IAF intercepts missile from Yemen
IDF detects a missile launched from Yemen toward Israel. Sirens sounded in central Israel, the Shfela and Jerusalem areas. Missile successfully intercepted, no injuries reported.
Captivity survivor Gadi Mozes:
Captivity survivor Gadi Mozes: For the first time since my release, I feel hope
Captivity survivor Gadi Mozes speaks at Hostages Square, vowing to return and rebuild Nir Oz: "I am determined to live in Nir Oz again and rebuild it from the ground up."
After elimination attempt
Senior Hamas official makes first TV appearance since failed elimination attempt in Qatar
For the first time since Israel’s attempted strike in Qatar, Khalil al-Hayya - one of the main targets - gives an interview to the Qatari Al-Araby channel.
MK Rothman:
MK Rothman: 250 terrorists with blood on their hands is a high price to pay
MK Simcha Rothman says US President Donald Trump's proposal is 'not good,' freeing terrorists with blood on their hands is a price too high to pay.
Israel to host British activist Tommy Robinson
British activist Tommy Robinson will visit Israel following his October 13 trial, after receiving an official invitation from Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli.
Serious security failure in Binyamin Region town
Two years after the October 7 massacre: Masked suspects infiltrate Jewish town of Na'ale on Friday night, no alert sounded.
Trump: Israel agreed to initial withdrawal line
US President Donald Trump says Israel agreed to initial withdrawal line for peace agreement, ceasefire will take effect immediately following confirmation from Hamas.
Hostages' families from the Tikva Forum: Don't stop the fighting in Gaza
The Tikva Forum urged the government to continue military pressure on Hamas, reject compromises, and secure the return of all hostages with strong oversight and no concessions.
Israel deports 137 flotilla activists to Turkey
Turkish Foreign Ministry says 137 Gaza flotilla activists on board Turkish Airlines flight from Israel.
Channel 12 journalist:
Channel 12 journalist: Netanyahu critics are 'a violent and embarrassing cult'
Channel 12 journalist Yaron Avraham blasts critics of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says ‘they’d rather the hostages not return,’ if it means US President Donald Trump will hurt Netanyahu politically.
Trump praised by Herzog for leadership on hostage release plan
President Isaac Herzog marks two years since the October 7 Hamas attacks by thanking President Trump for a concrete plan to bring Israeli hostages home from Gaza.
Hamas official claims it will take 'months' to find all hostages
Hamas official Moussa Abu Marzouk claims it will take months for Hamas to locate all hostages, Jerusalem official says terror group knows locations of all living hostages and is able to reach them.
Report: IDF to remain in key locations even after war's end
Israel has informed the US that the IDF will remain in three key locations in Gaza, even after the war ends and the IDF withdraws most forces, report says.
Trump:
Trump: 'I said, Bibi, this is your chance for victory'
President Donald Trump said Israel and Hamas are close to a deal for hostages and peace in Gaza, vowing to restore Israel’s global support and urging Netanyahu to act.
Ceasefire deal:
Ceasefire deal: Smotrich and Ben-Gvir to remain in the government - for now
Smotrich and other ministers blasted Netanyahu’s decision to pause Gaza operations for negotiations, warning it aids Hamas; Ben-Gvir threatened Otzma Yehudit may quit.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Hamas will disarm, there will be no weapons in Gaza
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he hopes to announce return of all hostages during upcoming holiday, IDF will remain 'deep in Gaza.'
Manchester synagogue terrorist was on bail for alleged rape
Attacker under investigation for alleged rape and past convictions; killed two worshippers on Yom Kippur before being shot dead by police.
IDF shifts to defensive-only activities in Gaza
Following directive from political echelon, IDF ceases offensive attacks throughout Gaza, focusing only on protecting troops stationed in the area.
Revealed:
IDF uncovers Hamas weapons tunnel beneath hospital complex in Gaza City
IDF and ISA reveal: Underground tunnel route was located adjacent to the Jordanian Hospital in Gaza City, within it a weapons manufacturing workshop.
Senior diplomatic source:
Senior diplomatic source: IDF remaining in Gaza, this isn't a ceasefire
Negotiations with Hamas to continue only following hostages' release, senior source says. 'IDF remains in Gaza, any withdrawal will be partial.'
Trump:
Trump: Appreciate that Israel has temporarily stopped the bombing, Hamas must move quickly
The US President commended Israel for halting offensive operations, and warned that if Hamas did not work quickly, 'All bets will be off.'
IDF holds high-level assessment ahead of first phase of Trump hostage release plan
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders heightened readiness for first phase of US President Donald Trump’s hostage release plan, prioritizing troop safety and directing all capabilities to the Southern Command.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: We are preparing for the immediate release of all hostages
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues unusual late-night statement responding to US President Donald Trump's demand that Israel immediately cease bombing Gaza.
On Yom Kippur
University of Maryland sparks outrage over BDS resolution vote on Yom Kippur
University of Maryland’s student government passes a BDS resolution on Yom Kippur, drawing sharp criticism from Jewish leaders who called the timing exclusionary.
Trump:
Trump: Hamas is ready for peace, Israel must stop bombing Gaza
Trump says Hamas is ready for peace, urges Israel to halt Gaza strikes to enable safe hostage release and begin broader Middle East negotiations. Senator Graham: Hamas response is a classic 'yes, but.'
Trump plan:
Trump plan: Hamas willing to free hostages, but seeks talks on the rest
Hamas says it agrees in principle to Trump’s Gaza plan. Hamas official Abu Marzouq says 72-hour hostage handover is unrealistic and full implementation requires detailed negotiations.
Revealed:
Revealed: Manchester synagogue terrorist’s father hailed October 7 massacre
The father of the Manchester synagogue attacker praised Hamas’ October 7 massacre as divine and called the perpetrators “Allah’s men on earth.”
British Deputy Prime Minister booed at Manchester synagogue vigil
Deputy British PM David Lammy heckled at a Manchester vigil after the deadly Yom Kippur attack, with mourners accusing the UK Government of enabling antisemitism and demanding an end to anti-Israel marches.
Trump gives Hamas a "Last Chance"
US President Donald Trump on Truth Social: "An Agreement must be reached with Hamas by Sunday Evening at SIX (6) P.M., Washington, D.C. time"
Rare finds in ancient Samaria:
Rare finds in ancient Samaria: Egyptian scarab and ancient coins
The Ancient Samaria Sifting Center will open to the public during Sukkot. Rare finds were discovered during excavations.
Poll:
Poll: Right wing Otzma Yehudit party gains strength
After the plan for the release of the hostages, presented by US President Trump, a new poll shows that the Otzma Yehudit party is gaining strength and reaches nine seats.
Unique prayer by Imam in Jewish synagogue
French Muslim imam visited a Selichot event at Jewish community in North London and prayed for peace in Israel and the return of the hostages, ''You are a people of miracles, you will overcome this together with your Muslim brothers.'
President Herzog spoke with Manchester rabbi who saved congregation members
President Herzog spoke with Rabbi Daniel Walker, who blocked the terrorist responsible for murdering two people in Manchester on Yom Kippur from entering the synagogue, preventing a far greater tragedy.
Syrian Jew to run for country's Parliament
Henri Hamra, son of former Syrian Chief Rabbi, announces candidacy for parliament.
