About two weeks after his release from captivity, hostage survivor Bar Kuperstein was warmly welcomed at Bnei Brak City Hall.
Israel approves operations by Hamas, Red Cross, in IDF-controlled areas of Gaza.
Families of the last three hostages who returned home today, thank the IDF, PM Netanyahu, Pres. Trump, and the people of Israel, calling the moment a 'new beginning' for their loved ones.
In a newly released video, freed hostage Eitan Mor recalls the chaos of the October 7th Massacre and his final moments of contact with Elyakim Libman, who was killed while rescuing others.
Residents of several areas in Gush Etzion are furious about the IDF's conduct in two incidents: 'The soldiers detained the shepherds - and the Arab rioters were not stopped.'
The new exposure reveals 'fingerprint-free Iranian terror': strict compartmentalization, recruitment of foreigners, and secret communications - and the heavy price Iran pays internationally for its failures.
Strike on Islamic Jihad terrorist approved after lengthy process, requiring authorization from senior Israeli, US, and CENTCOM officials before being carried out.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed claims of US control over Israel’s defense policy, stressing that Israel acts independently and “does not ask permission” to defend itself.
Former Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef launches attack against Rabbi Tamir Granot and other Zionist rabbis who support drafting haredim. 'They are classified as heretics.'
The court has rejected the Prime Minister's request to hold hearings in the cases against him three days a week. Starting in November, hearings will be held every day from Sunday through Wednesday.
JD Vance slams Mamdani for calling his Muslim aunt a 9/11 'victim,' while Mamdani defends his comments citing post-9/11 discrimination against Muslims in the US, amid intensifying tensions in the NYC mayoral race.
Militant group announces pullout as part of a coordinated peace initiative, urging Ankara to enact political and legal reforms to advance disarmament efforts.
Police and Border Police officers raid several locations in Galilee and Haifa, turning up dozens of weapons and ammunition, and arresting 13.
Commentator Amit Segal says Haaretz’s English-language website has become leading source shaping negative image of Israel worldwide, as its reports legitimize international criticism and provide Israel’s opponents with 'perfect excuse.'
Bill granting Knesset House Committee power to postpone trials against Prime Minister and government ministers set to be approved by Ministerial Committee on Legislation.
Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital in Jerusalem announced that a two-year-old girl died from measles complications.
The Ministerial Committee for Legislation will discuss a proposal that party leaders will not be able to establish new parties before covering the debts of their previous parties.
Israel is searching the territories under its control in Gaza for the bodies of slain hostages. Heavy engineering vehicles will begin entering the enclave to assist in the effort.
Over 336,000 students started the new academic year at 57 higher education institutions. Engineering remains the leading field, while data and AI studies are rapidly growing.
Israel’s job seekers fell to 172,700 in September, down 7.2% from August. The Employment Service attributes the drop to workers returning after summer layoffs, reflecting a resilient labor market.
Says the NYC man-in-the-street: ‘’This is so disturbing. I know people who are leaving. I’m thinking about it myself.” Opinion.
President Trump oversees agreement ending months of border conflict as ASEAN leaders convene in Malaysia for regional and trade talks.
Though Jerusalem’s defense and security policies ought always to be science-based, these policies would still benefit from variously other refined understandings. Opinion.
Former US Vice President Kamala Harris says she’s “not done” with politics and may run for president in 2028.
Radiohead’s Thom Yorke says he’d never perform in Israel again, citing the “Netanyahu regime.” Bandmate Jonny Greenwood defends ties to Israeli artists as BDS pressure mounts ahead of their European tour.
Iran’s Ayandeh Bank collapses and absorbed by Melli Bank. Officials blame bad debts and lavish projects as sanctions and economic turmoil deepen the Islamic Republic’s financial crisis.
Former hostage Elkana Bohbot and his wife Rivka attend Eyal Golan’s first concert in Yarkon Park with their family. The singer welcomes them and dedicates a song to them.
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump says Middle East peace is “real” and historic, citing Iran’s nuclear dismantling and broad Arab-Israeli cooperation, and warns Hamas to uphold ceasefire or face consequences.
Trump hikes tariffs on Canada by 10% over ad by the Ontario government that misrepresented Reagan’s stance on tariffs.
Catherine Connolly, a critic of Israel who once called Hamas “part of the fabric” of Palestine and referred to Israel as a “terrorist state”, elected Ireland’s president in a landslide.
Hamas says it won’t provoke Israel as it searches Gaza for hostage bodies, in comments coming after Trump demands all bodies be returned within 48 hours.
At 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, clocks were set back one hour to 1:00 a.m. Standard Time will remain in effect until March 27, 2026.
Moussa Abu Marzouk, a senior Hamas official, insists Hamas has no more hostages to hand over, claims transfer of remaining 13 hostages' bodies could take 'months.' 'This is not a matter of weeks.'
The Fatah movement, led by Mahmoud Abbas (Abu Mazen), emphasized that any future arrangement in the Gaza Strip must be conducted under Palestinian national legitimacy, embodied in the PLO and the State of Palestine.
US President Donald Trump urges Hamas to promptly return the bodies of deceased hostages, including two Americans, warning that failure to comply could prompt international action. 'I am watching this very closely.'
IDF confirms elimination of Islamic Jihad terrorist planning immediate attack on Israeli troops.
Qatar has given one million dollars to UN Women "in an effort to strengthen its commitment to promoting the empowerment of women and girls around the world." In burqas, of course. Opinion.
Hamas political bureau member Hossam Badran said there is full agreement among Palestinian factions on implementing the Trump peace plan.
Begin did it with quiet firmness; Netanyahu can, too, making sure that when a U.S. president seeks to “call the shots,” Israel still holds the trigger. Opinion.
During a stop at Al-Udeid Air Base, US President Donald Trump welcomes Qatar’s Emir and Prime Minister aboard Air Force One, praising their role in Middle East peace efforts and expressing confidence in the current ceasefire with Hamas.
An Israeli-owned restaurant chain in Washington, D.C., has permanently shut down after years of protests and boycotts led by pro-Palestinian activists.
In a lecture to an Israeli audience, former prime minister Naftali Bennett said a right-wing ideological alternative that is not left-wing must be presented.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanks US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for his visit and unwavering support, as both leaders pledged continued cooperation on returning hostages and disarming Hamas.
Anat Angrest, mother of Hamas captivity survivor Matan Angrest, says her son came home with scars from Hamas' abuse, but he wants to join IDF, bring hostage Itay Chen home.
Defense Minister Israel Katz admits most of Hamas' terror tunnels are still intact, instructs IDF to prioritize demolition.
Israel's clocks will move back one hour early Sunday morning, when the clocks switch from 2:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Senior Arab voices and Israeli critics warn that excessive Qatari involvement in postwar Gaza risks sabotaging any effort to remove Hamas from power. An arsonist does not make a good contractor. Opinion.
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani delivered a speech outside a Bronx mosque, saying that NYC Muslims had been victimized since the World Trade Center attacks.
Egyptian team to enter Gaza, help locate deceased hostages' bodies, as US prevents Israel from taking steps to punish Hamas for delay.
The wording of a resolution to be presented at the WZO conference this week on relations with Christian Zionist allies, makes it sound as though Israel is the homeland of Christians as well as Jews. Clear boundaries are needed. Opinion.
NY Knicks send cease-and-desist letter to NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, warning against use of their logo in his promotional materials.
Violent riots break out in multiple locations across the Binyamin region, with leftist anarchists providing logistical support to rock-throwing Arab terrorists.
A British investigation has revealed that some 150 Hamas killers released as part of the deal with Israel are staying at a luxury five-star hotel in Cairo.
Effigy of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hangs from crane in Turkey, alongside the words 'death penalty for Netanyahu.'
IDF eliminates terrorist Zayn al-Abidin Hussein Fatouni, a commander in the antitank unit of Hezbollah's Radwan Force.
Fadwa Barghouti urges US President Trump to help free her husband, Marwan Barghouti, who is serving life in Israel for murderous attacks against Israelis.
American Airlines will resume daily JFK-Tel Aviv flights in March, marking its return after a two-year pause following the Oct. 7 Hamas attack and Gaza war.
Israeli officials say Phase 2 of the Hamas ceasefire deal is likely, despite Hamas stalling on return of remaining bodies of hostages.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor after months of hesitation.
