Arbel Yehud, Agam Berger, and Gadi Mozes to be freed tomorrow
PMO says it has received the names of the 3 hostages who will be released by Hamas tomorrow. 5 Thai citizens will also be released.
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Netanyahu's office:
Netanyahu's office: Arbel Yehud and two other hostages will be released on Thursday
Prime Minister's Office confirms Qatar's announcement that there will be two hostage releases this week, in exchange for the opening of the Netzarim Corridor.
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: 'Next Chief of Staff must lead an offensive policy'
Defense Minister, Israel Katz, concludes a round of interviews with candidates for the IDF Chief of Staff position.
PM to freed hostages' parents:
PM to freed hostages' parents: 'We didn't give up and we won't give up on the others'
Netanyahu speaks with the parents of the 3 hostages who were freed on Sunday. Families ask PM not to stop until all remaining hostages are returned.
The letter Biden left for Trump at the White House
Trump discloses the contents of the letter left for him by Biden upon his departure from the Oval Office: I wish you and your family all the best in the next four years. May God bless you and guide you as He has blessed and guided our beloved country since our founding.
Senator Tom Cotton:
Senator Tom Cotton: 'Hostages still in Gaza because Biden didn't back Israel'
Republican Senator Tom Cotton defends Israel, saying deal with Hamas is bad: 'We shouldn't negotiate with terrorists, or ask Israel or any other country to negotiate with terrorists.'
Poll:
Poll: Majority in US believe hostage deal secured thanks to Trump
According to a Harvard Harris poll, 79% of US citizens support Israel and its actions in Gaza, 21% support Hamas.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: We'll achieve the goals of the war, we'll bring back all the hostages
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to Israeli public for the first time following signing of ceasefire deal with Hamas, promising to achieve all goals of the war and responding to criticism.
Diplomatic source:
Diplomatic source: Cabinet will not meet until deal is finalized
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is insistent on finalizing all the details of the hostage deal before bringing it to the vote of the Security Cabinet and the Cabinet.
In wake of hostage deal
Netanyahu speaks to Trump and Biden after hostage deal agreed upon
Prime Minister's Office says Netanyahu thanked Trump for his help in advancing the release of the hostages. Netanyahu also speaks to Biden, and thanks him for his help in advancing the deal.
2024:
New record in heart transplants in Israel registered in 2024
The National Transplant Center reports an increase in kidney transplants. Approximately 1,481 patients are registered on the waiting list for an organ donation.
Sa'ar to British counterpart:
Sa'ar to British counterpart: We want a deal, we'll soon know if Hamas does too
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar hosts British Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The two discuss a number of regional issues, including Iran, Syria, and Lebanon.
Minister Katz to IDF:
Minister Katz to IDF: Plan the total destruction of Hamas if hostages are not freed
The Minister of Defense instructed the IDF to come up with a plan to completely destroy the terror organization if it does not release the hostages before US President Trump takes office.
Iranian ambassador criticizes Israeli ambassador at UN
The Iranian ambassador to the UN sent a letter to the Secretary-General, strongly criticizing the Israeli ambassador over claims regarding Iran's involvement in Yemen.
Poll:
Poll: Most Religious Zionists support haredi draft
A large majority - 72.5% - of Religious Zionists support some type of haredi draft; just 20% of haredim say agreement must be reached on Draft Law.
Foreign Minister:
Foreign Minister: New Syrian government is a gang of terrorists, not a stable gov't
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar discusses situation in Syria, noting threats to Israel and instability of new government.
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: We'll deal with the Houthi leaders in Sana'a and everywhere in Yemen
Defense Minister Israel Katz visits Arrow missile defense battery which intercepted a ballistic missile launched by the Houthis in Yemen. 'Whoever sponsors Houthi terror will pay the price.'
Israel working to push European nations to recognize Houthis as terror group
Following increase in Houthi attacks on Israel, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar working to advance international recognition of Houthi rebels as a terror organization. 'Houthis continue to disrupt regional stability, present a challenge to world order.'
1st time:
Defense Minister says for 1st time that Israel eliminated Ismail Haniyeh
Minister Israel Katz confirms for first time that Israel eliminated the leader of Hamas in Tehran in warning to the Houthis.
Sa'ar:
Sa'ar: We decided to put Ireland in the antisemitic corner
Foreign Minister Sa'ar meets dozens of influencers, opinion leaders, advocacy organizations, and experts: "You can see from the statements in Ireland that they are under great pressure."
Defense Minister Katz:
Defense Minister Katz: Israel will keep security control and freedom of operation in Gaza
Defense Minister Israel Katz denies reports that Israel is not interested in maintaining control of the Gaza Strip. 'We will not allow the reality to return to what it was before October 7th.'
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: We'll remain in the Hermon area during the winter months
Defense Minister Israel Katz instructs IDF to remain in conquered areas of the Hermon during the winter months. 'Enormously important for security.'
FBI Director Chris Wray announces resignation
FBI Director Chris Wray announces he will resign at the conclusion of the Biden administration, a move spurred by pressure from Trump, who had signaled his intent to replace him.
At Defense Minister's instruction:
At Defense Minister's instruction: IDF takes control of additional sites in Syria
Defense Minister Israel Katz orders IDF to destroy terror infrastructure, heavy weapons in southern Syria- including in the area beyond the buffer zone.
Manhunt continues for UnitedHealthcare CEO's murderer
NYC and Atlanta police are searching for the suspect in the murder of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare. He was shot outside an investors' meeting.
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: We separated Hezbollah from Lebanon, ceasefire violations can't continue
'If ceasefire collapses, Lebanon will no longer be exempt - we will enforce the agreement powerfully and with zero patience,' Defense Minister Israel Katz promises.
Chief of Staff:
Chief of Staff: Enforcement of ceasefire will be even more determined than the fighting
IDF Chief of Staff Halevi comments on Lebanon ceasefire, says 'We are very, very determined to enforce the guidelines and bring about a completely different reality to the residents of the North.'
Israel tightening the economic pressure on Hezbollah
Defense Minister Israel Katz imposes sanctions on dozens of Hezbollah-linked entities: We will reach anyone who supports terror - on every front and in every way.
Ceasefire proposal:
Ceasefire proposal: Israel puts pressure on US to veto UN proposal
Initiators of ceasefire proposal try to convince the US to avoid imposing a veto. 'I believe that the US will not lend a hand to an offensive and unilateral resolution,' says Ambassador Danon.
Donated to Israel
Billionaire who donated to Israel | Trump names Howard Lutnick as Secretary of Commerce
President-elect announces that Howard Lutnick, Chairman & CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, is his nominee for Secretary of Commerce in his administration.
Netanyahu in Gaza:
Netanyahu in Gaza: 'Hamas will no longer be here, we'll hunt anyone who harms hostages'
PM and Defense Minister visit soldiers in the Netzarim Corridor in central Gaza, says Hamas governing capabilities are being dismantled along with its military capabilities.
Danon to UNRWA chief:
Danon to UNRWA chief: 'Look hostage's mother in the eye and ask for forgiveness'
Israeli UN Ambassador and Ayelet Samerano, mother of hostage Yonatan Somerano, confront UNRWA Dir. Philippe Lazzarini and call on him to resign over UNRWA's employment of killers and kidnappers.
Defense Minister Katz:
Defense Minister Katz: 'We won't agree to a ceasefire that doesn't disarm Hezbollah'
Newly-appointed Defense Minister visits Northern Command, says 'We will not agree to any ceasefires, we will not take our foot off the pedal' against Hezbollah.
Minister of Defense:
Min. of Defense to IDF General Staff: 'Iran more exposed to damage to nuclear facilities'
Defense Minister, Israel Katz, at first meeting with IDF General Staff: 'There will be no ceasefire and no respite in Lebanon until the goals of war have been achieved'
86 years after Kristallnacht:
86 years after Kristallnacht: 96% of European Jews experience antisemitism
Israel's National Task Force for Countering De-legitimization and Fighting Antisemitism releases report on the rise of antisemitism in Europe and online in the year since the October 7 massacre,
Shocking Footage:
Shocking Footage: Suspect tried to abduct a child from a Jewish father
A Jewish father was walking with his two children in the Crown Heights neighborhood when suddenly a masked suspect attempted to grab one of the children. The suspect was arrested by the police.
Germany approves resolution aimed at countering antisemitism
The resolution, which received broad support, calls for ending public funding to any organization “that spreads antisemitism, calls into question Israel's right to exist or calls for a boycott of Israel.”
Haredi conscription
Gallant authorizes 7,000 additional pre-draft evaluation notices for Haredi recruits
Increasing the amount of summonses is meant to meet the goal set for conscription.
Poll:
Poll: Most Israelis prefer Trump over Harris
24 hours before US elections: 72% of Israelis think Donald Trump is better for Israel vs. 11% prefer Kamala Harris.
Lebanese PM:
Lebanese PM: 'Hope for a ceasefire within coming hours or days'
Prime Minister Najib Mikati confirmed that Lebanon would agree to a ceasefire deal with Israel that is based on the implementation of UN Resolution 1701.
