AP source says Hamas waiting to see what US President will give in return for their gesture, hoping for end of war.
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MKs briefed on military discipline enforcement, capture of Hamas terrorists, and thwarting of terror attacks in Judea and Samaria.
Religious-Zionist students at Hebrew University demand cancellation of 'Nakba Week,' warning it promotes incitement and undermines national unity.
Federal security grants to synagogues are resuming after two-month Trump freeze.
Questions of faith in our generation regarding foreign cultures and religions are becoming increasingly significant and widespread. Last week, the new book “Faith and Its Commandments” was published in two volumes as part of the “Peninei Halakha” series.
From the incense-filled sanctuaries of ancient Jerusalem to the comforting aroma of spices at the close of Shabbat, scent remains our most direct link between earth and heaven, body and soul.
Prime Minister's Office: Edan Alexander will be released without concessions, no commitment to ceasefire or terrorist release.
Kan files complaint with Swiss police after a man was caught on video threatening the Israeli Eurovision delegation during the contest's opening event in Basel.
The terrorist responsible for Daniel Pearl's monstrous murder has finally been eliminated. This is the time to remember Daniel Pearl's proud final words, said before he was beheaded by the same barbaric monsters we are still fighting today. Op-ed.
Minister Ben Gvir and other ministers express outrage over a visit by top PA official Jibril Rajoub to a relative in Israel. "He supported the October 7 massacre; why aren’t sanctions being imposed?"
Family of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander says US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff has notified them that Hamas will release him from captivity. Senior Hamas official: We were advised to “give a gift to President Trump and in return he will give back a better one.”
Abraham, Isaac and Jacob as embodiments of God's divine attributes.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says he will meet Putin in Turkey on Thursday if Russia agrees to a 30-day ceasefire. Russia has proposed talks without preconditions but ignored the ceasefire demand.
Norway’s sovereign wealth fund divests from Israeli fuel company Paz due to its operations serving Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.
In his first public address, Pope Leo XIV expresses deep pain over the violence in Gaza, urging an immediate ceasefire and the release of all hostages.
Qatar and Egypt say that the release of Edan Alexander is a "goodwill gesture" toward reviving ceasefire talks.
Online pro-Israel advocate Lizzy Savetsky voices concern over President Trump’s recent Middle East moves, including skipping Israel, rumored Hamas and Iran talks, and accepting a $400 million jet from Qatar. “Trump’s record is strong, but things feel different now.”
US President confirms that Edan Alexander will be released by Hamas: This was a step taken in good faith towards the United States. Hopefully this is the first of those final steps necessary to end this brutal conflict.
Trump’s Middle East envoy dismisses reports of a rift with Netanyahu as "preposterous," reaffirms the strong US-Israel alliance.
Unless regime change happens along the way, I see either Israel or America or both taking out Iran’s nuclear capabilities. It cannot come soon enough. Opinion.
"We need to oust the Attorney General. If the Supreme Court wants to reinstate her – let them. After that, we’ll deal with all of the Supreme Court’s decisions," says Minister David Amsalem.
Hostage families from the Tikva Forum respond to the Prime Minister's Office announcement regarding the possibility of negotiations with Hamas on the Witkoff outline and call not to surrender to the terror organization.
Senior Israeli officials say US policy driven by Trump’s “whims,” yet PM's Office insists ties with Washington remain strong despite disputes over Gaza and Iran.
IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee has called for the evacuation of the Houthi-controlled Ras Isa, Hodeidah, and Al-Salif ports.
Jewish Teen Sam Rose-Isaacs represents Jewish community at historic VE Day ceremony, 'Proud to be British. Proud to be Jewish. And proud to be part of a generation that remembers history and carries it forward.'
Deputy leader of Islamic Jihad says Israeli demand to disarm terrorist organizations is totally unacceptable as it means the beginning of the forced expulsion of Palestinians from Gaza.
State visit underscores six decades of Israel-Germany diplomatic ties, with leaders set to honor historical memory and promote youth dialogue ahead of a reciprocal visit to Israel.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem.
Damari thanked everyone for their support for her release and expressed her wish that the remaining 59 hostages, including her close friends Gali and Ziv Berman, be home soon.
Both Al Jazeera and Reuters are reporting that Hamas and the US are directly discussing a ceasefire and the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
After decades of uncertainty, remains of Tzvi Feldman, missing since the 1982 battle of Sultan Yacoub, have been recovered in a high-risk intelligence operation, marking the end of a years-long covert effort.
Secretive negotiations between U.S. and Iranian officials in Oman have concluded with cautious optimism, as both sides signal willingness to continue dialogue over Tehran’s nuclear program.
Hundreds gathered in New York City's Central Park to call for the release of the hostages being held in Gaza.
A decorated combat engineer suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder mistakenly shot and seriously injured his neighbor. The victim has asked prosecutors not to seek punishment, only compensation.
All you have to do is read the assessment by the Homeland Security Department, echoed by the FBI and the March 2025 Annual Threat Assessment by the Director of National Intelligence. Op-ed.
Prime Minister Netanyahu denied reports of a growing rift between his government and the Trump administration, and claimed that all reports are a campaign led by one specific channel.
During their counterterrorism activities in Judea and Samaria, the soldiers apprehended over 100 wanted individuals, confiscated dozens of weapons, and eliminated several terrorists.
The iconic voice of Shlomo Carlebach joins Eli Levin's for a stunning acapella cover of 'Ani Maamin.'
Malachei Hashalom resident detained without charges; Honenu accuses Shin Bet of bypassing Defense Minister’s authority and targeting settlers.
Several bodies were exhumed during the operation. Foreign media reports that Israel is checking whether one of them might be that of 'our man in Damascus.'
in Israel, we don’t leave each other behind. Even when we can’t stand—we show up. Op-ed.
Aircraft to serve as temporary Air Force One amid regional tensions and internal policy shifts, before its transfer to Trump Library Foundation in 2029.
Just two months after his release in a hostage deal, Rada Abid and ten others, including seven minors, face serious terrorism charges in Jerusalem.
According to a report by NBC News, US President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu are at growing odds over military actions, the Iran nuclear approach, and other matters.
After months of operations along the Syrian border, IDF paratroopers conclude their mission in the north and join preparations for expanded ground activity in Gaza.
Foreign Minister highlights Hamas' responsibility for the war, calls Iran 'most dangerous state,' and reaffirms strategic alliance with Germany.
PM says at weekly Cabinet meeting that Israel has worked for many years to bring back all of the missing soldiers who were killed in the Battle of Sultan Yacoub 43 years ago.
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Grieving parents discover decorated stones from soldiers’ graves discarded in pile ahead of Memorial Day; Defense Ministry blames cleaning error.
Hamas massacring women and children is "resistance" according to Peter Beinart but, as in Africa, it is Islamist attempted "genocide" by definition and their own admission. Opinion.
Mossad and military Intelligence carried out a daring mission deep in Syrian territory to recover the remains of the IDF officer missing since the 1982 battle of Sultan Yacoub.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu personally informed the family of Tzvi Feldman today (Sunday) of the successful operation to retrieve his body from Syria after 43 years.
96-year-old Holocaust survivor, Magda Baratz, passes away two weeks after her great-grandson Asaf Cafri fell in Gaza.
Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun, Trump's nominee for US Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, will attend the Jerusalem Conference in New York on May 18 at the Fifth Avenue Synagogue in Manhattan.
Defense Minister Israel Katz blocked the organization Torat Lehima on Twitter after it launched a barrage of accusatory posts and a public campaign demanding sweeping purges within the IDF.
Arabic media reports that at the request of MBS, Trump will meet the PA chairman and Syrian president this week. MBS reportedly seeks US approval for a Palestinian state.
Deputy Minister Almog Cohen and MK Tali Gottlieb have called for an investigation into Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, accusing her of concealing a marital connection to Jackie Ashkenazi, a key witness in Prime Minister Netanyahu's trial.
PM announces recovery from Syria of the body of soldier who was killed in Lebanon in 1982 for burial in Israel in a joint operation of the Mossad and the IDF.
