Marking one year since Rabbi Avi Goldberg fell in battle in Lebanon, his family performs the tune he composed. Watch.
Yeela David, sister of freed hostage Evyatar David, shares an emotional message from Beilinson Hospital, thanking supporters and urging continued efforts to bring home the remaining hostages.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s testimony sessions for this week canceled, following court approval of his request citing urgent diplomatic meetings.
Former hostage Tal Shoham meets for the first time with Guy Gilboa-Dalal and Evyatar David, with whom he was held together, in an especially emotional reunion.
Political commentator Amit Segal addresses criticism of Israel’s response to Hamas, stating that the true test lies in disarming the terror group - not in targeted airstrikes.
Derby match between Hapoel and Maccabi Tel Aviv at Bloomfield Stadium canceled due to pyrotechnics and fan violence.
During an introductory meeting with Shin Bet coordinators, incoming Shin Bet chief David Zini reprimanded one participant after he used the term “the West Bank.”
Ditza Or, mother of Hamas captivity survivor Avinatan Or, speaks to the media about her son's condition following his release from Hamas captivity.
Police arrest 41-year-old accused of selling forged or non-existent tickets to over 69 victims identified; losses exceed NIS 400,000.
Israeli government approves appointment of Amit Gil-Beiz as Israeli Ambassador to Estonia, opening of embassy in capital Tallinn.
Ashkenazic Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber visits released hostages in Tel Hashomer Hospital, stressing mutual responsibility to bring the deceased hostages home for burial.
Hamas captivity survivors Ariel Cunio and partner Arbel Yehud arrive at their home in Kiryat Gat, to live in temporary residences intended for the Nir Oz community; their community is on hand to greet them.
'Passing this bill is first and foremost in the interests of the haredim, no one suffers from the Attorney General more than them,' coalition source says.
The Ministerial Committee for Legislation is set to advance MK Tzvika Foghel’s bill allowing the state to declare major criminal organizations as terrorist groups, with Shin Bet backing the move.
The government approved the name of the war to be changed from 'Swords of Iron' to 'The War of Redemption.' Minister Strock voted against, Minister Chikli abstained.
Uriel Baruch laid to rest after his body was returned to Israel in the hostage deal.
The second body returned on Saturday night was identified as that of Thai citizen Sontaya Ukkharsri, who was murdered in the fields of Be'eri on October 7th, 2023.
Hostage survivors David and Ariel Cunio in their first public message: 'In the most difficult moments in captivity, we felt that you were fighting for us. That you were not giving up.'
Keith Siegel looks back at his time in captivity with newly released hostage Matan Angrest. 'We kept each other strong, we laughed together.'
A Haredi man walking home from synagogue in Ashdod was attacked by two teens on a scooter, part of a series of assaults that locals say continue as few victims file complaints.
Minister Yariv Levin asked the President to pardon six Jewish prisoners to counteract the release of Arab terrorists. Herzog is considering the request.
Hostage survivor Eitan Horn tearfully recounts how he decided to fast on Yom Kippur, for the first time in his life, and was released from Hamas captivity less than two weeks later. Watch
Einav Zangauker, mother of freed hostage Matan, delivers speech at Hostages Square rally, thanks the nation, praises the soldiers, but also condemns the government, and pledges to continue to fight.
The government continues to discuss establishing a government inquiry committee to investigate the October 7th massacre, rather than a state commission of inquiry.
Ayelet Goldin, sister of fallen IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, whose body has been held in Gaza since 2014, says she is 'terrified of the day they'll say, 'We did everything.''
Hamas captivity survivors Guy Gilboa-Dalal and Evyatar David reunite in Beilinson Hospital with friends Tal Shoham and Omer Wenkert, who were released earlier this year from Hamas captivity. Watch.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir warned that he would leave the government if Prime Minister Netanyahu did not promote the death penalty for captured Hamas terrorists.
A post on Shabbat on former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's X account offered readers to download a new app.
Instagram account 'Alon is home' publishes photo of Hamas captivity survivor Alon Ohel playing on a piano brought to the hospital especially for him.
Hamas says it found a hostage’s body in Gaza, hands it over to Red Cross, which will then hand it over to IDF troops. Hamas continues to fall short of ceasefire terms requiring return of all hostages.
Ilan, father of released hostage Guy Gilboa-Dallal talks about the myriad of physical problems his son suffers from - infections, hearing problems, nutritional deficiencies and promises: 'He will recover with love and patience.'
Deputy Minister Almog Cohen and MK Zvi Succot were attacked today by residents of Bir Hadaj in the Negev, following drone smuggling on the Egyptian border, but continued the tour to its end
Activists from 'Tzav 9' block humanitarian aid trucks to Gaza, demanding return of all deceased hostages before deal with Hamas continues.
Maya, daughter of warrant officer (res.) Sebastian Haion, who fell in battle in Gaza, speaks to Arutz Sheva about her father, 'Do not forget the contribution of the fallen soldiers.'
Following US President Donald Trump's declaration of a new era of peace and claims that wars are behind us, British activist Tommy Robinson clarifies that Jew-hatred still abounds, jihadists surround us everywhere.
Father of slain hostage IDF soldier Tamir Nimrodi shares how his son revealed great resourcefulness, remaining calm and attempting to save his life during his kidnapping.
Moody's calls Hamas agreement a 'positive' step for Israel’s credit rating, but warns of risks of next stages.
Rabbi Moshe Hauer, Executive Vice President of the Orthodox Union (OU), is laid to rest in Jerusalem.
MK Boaz Bismuth submits proposal for Draft Law to legal adviser; proposal includes personal sanctions but without controversial additions.
Eitan Levy, 53, who was murdered near Mefalsim Junction during the October 7 massacre and whose body was held by Hamas for nearly two years, is laid to rest. His only son, Shahar, delivers a heartfelt eulogy.
Hanan Ben Ari visits Sheba Hospital with his guitar, sings alongside captivity survivors freed by Hamas this week.
Yosef-Chaim Ohana managed to convince Hamas terrorists not to shoot him, even after they pressed a gun to his temple. The captors also separated childhood friends Guy Gilboa-Dalal and Evyatar David.
Channel 12 News poll shows gains for both Likud and “Bennett 2026,” each rising by three seats, while Yisrael Beytenu sees a slight decline.
Captivity survivor Rom Braslavsky shared in the hospital about his strengthening faith and sense of pride in being Jewish after the years of captivity in Gaza.
Captivity survivor Emily Damari recounts her reunion with Gali and Ziv Berman.
Local authorities in Birmingham have barred Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters from attending their Europa League match against Aston Villa, citing public safety and protest concerns.
Captive survivor Segev Kalfon watched Ohad Ben Ami being released from captivity and imagined how he would shout the Shema prayer if he was released in the same manner.
Many residents of Kfar Saba came to the street where Eitan lives with his mother, Ruthie Strom, and welcomed him with balloons, flags, signs and warm greetings.
Justice Minister Yariv Levin and MKs Simcha Rothman and Yulia Malinovsky will advance a bill to accelerate trials of Nukhba terrorists behind the October 7th Massacre.
MK Boaz Bismuth said that based on the document a draft law will be formulated in the coming days to guide the committee in the ongoing legislative process to regulate the haredi draft.
Deputy Foreign Minister MK Sharren Haskel delivered a speech today in Berlin at a special ELNET conference marking five years since the signing of the Abraham Accords and called for educational reform in Gaza.
Family members delivered emotional eulogies at the Kfar Saba Cemetery as IDF soldier Tamir Nimrodi was laid to rest following the return of his body from Gaza.
An investigation of the shooting on Route 443 indicates the suspects posed as police, pursued their assassination targets and killed reservist Sergei Metatov, an innocent passerby who happened upon the scene.
Widow of Ramot Junction terror attack victim Yisrael Matsner holds circumcision ceremony for newborn son, naming him after his murdered father.
Julie, the mother of released hostage Bar Kuperstein, spoke about the hunger, the abuse and the physical and mental pain her son endured during his captivity.
Shirley Yehuda, a mother of three from Tel Aviv, is the woman who was allegedly stabbed to death and whose body was set on fire earlier this week.
Speaking at memorial ceremony for victims of October 7 massacre and those who fell in the war since, Israel's President Isaac Herzog reflects on the resilience and sacrifice of Israel's fallen soldiers and bereaved families, honoring their courage and sacrifice.
During a memorial ceremony for the October 7th massacre, Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that he would award the Medal of Valor to select units - a medal last awarded in 1975.
Memorial ceremony for those who fell in the 'Swords of Iron' war against Hamas in Gaza begins at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, attended by Israel's heads of state and the heads of the security establishment.
