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Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant leveled heavy criticism against his Prime Minister who is insisting on not giving up the Philadelphi Corridor in a hostage deal.

Many business and local authorities refused to heed the call by Histadrut head Arnon Bar-David to cease operations in protest of Israel not reaching a deal with Hamas.

Thousands demonstrate in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and other cities calling for the promotion of a deal to release the hostages from Gaza. Clashes break out between demonstrators and police.
Supporters of Bnei Sakhnin turned their backs and made crude gestures during the Israeli National Anthem. Supporters of the host Hapoel Be'er Sheva crossed the pitch and attacked the opposing fans.

'While we are looking for the ultimate solution, you have chosen to shut down the economy and say to Sinwar, 'You succeeded, keep on murdering,' says mother of murdered hostage to Histadrut Chairman.

President Isaac Herzog met on Sunday with the Foreign Minister of the Netherlands, Caspar Veldkamp, and thanked him for his country's support.

Hanan Ben Ari sings at funeral of hostage Ori Danino, murdered by Hamas in Gaza.

Almog Sarusi, who was murdered by Hamas terrorists in captivity was laid to rest in Raanana.

"When we received the bitter news, I was disappointed. After almost a year, we found out that three weeks ago you were still alive,' says grandfather of murdered hostage, Ori Danino.

80-year-old Zvi (Heshi) Rubin, who survived the Shabbat Simchat Torah massacre, after hiding for eight hours with his wife and family, passes away this weekend

Chairman of the Histadrut, the General Organization of Workers in Israel, Arnon Bar-David has called a general strike on Monday. 'Tomorrow, from 6:00 a.m., the Israeli economy will halt. At 8:00 a.m. Ben Gurion Airport will close and departures and arrivals will stop.'

Protestors in front of PM's Office in Jerusalem call out 'A Deal Now' and hold signs against Netanyahu, 'Damn Netanyahu for abandoning the hostages.'

Doctor arrested at protest in Tel Aviv. Police say that he, 'held the horseman's foot and pushed the horse, endangering the horseman.'

Yagil Yaakov from Nir Oz, who was released in a hostage deal, returned today to the school he attended before being kidnapped. "With God's help, only good news," Yagel posted.

A week before being kidnapped to the Gaza Strip, Ori Danino, whose body was rescued from captivity yesterday, was filmed singing in his family’s sukkah.

The girlfriend of one of the hostages recently recovered from Gaza tells about the bravery and character he displayed on October 7th.

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon accompanied Achiya Zenilman, a first-grade student who lost his father in Gaza to class.

Israeli President reacts to murder of 6 hostages by Hamas, apologizes to families for failure to bring them home safely.

IDF and families of hostages Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eden Yerushalmi, Carmel Gat, Alexander Lobanov, Almog Sarusi, and Ori Danino announce that they have died.

Ran Erez, chairman of the teachers’ union, announces there will be a strike in Israel’s high schools on Sunday.

The mall was occupied at the time but the falling debris caused no injuries.

Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and former PA 'Foreign Minister' have formulated a new proposal for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Axios reports that PM and Defense Minister got into a shouting match over the issue of IDF presence at Philadelphi corridor.

Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon claims gold medal in the 100-meter freestyle at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, finishing the race in 1:20.25 minutes.

Shlomo Degani (59), a reserve Lieutenant Colonel and father of three, dies after light plane he was flying over central Israel crashes.

Netanyahu speaks to Asaf Yasur, who won a Paralympic gold medal: "This is not only your personal achievement, but a national achievement and we are very proud of you. You're worth gold.'

Veteran journalist Amit Segal analyzes what the Prime Minister has said will happen in Gaza - and what he thinks is actually likely to occur.

As the government continues to deliberate on the possibility of establishing a board of inquiry for the October 7th massacre, some civilians have taken the task upon themselves.

The Israel Dog Unit honored the volunteers who spent their last summer before enlistment working to save lives throughout Israel.

Yitzhak Nuriel Harambam, 75, killed after being hit by a truck in Bnei Brak in what is suspected to be a hit-and-run; police investigate.

'We must adhere to the definition of victory as it was defined at the beginning of the war, and for that we need to start with change,' wrote the graduates of a recent IDF officer's course.

Karnei Shomron dedicates special lookout built in memory of the town's eight residents who fell in battle in Gaza.

Sources present at the meeting say that the security cabinet approved the continued presence of IDF troops in the Philadelphi area. Gallant voted against and Ben Gvir abstained.

Israeli athlete Asaf Yasur defeats Turkey's Ali Can Ozcan and clinches Israel's first gold medal at the 2024 Paralympic Games being held in Paris.

The Hostages Families Forum is urging WHO and UNICEF to include the hostages in their ongoing polio vaccination campaign and all other health interventions.

Israeli High School Teachers' Union Chairman Ran Erez announced that the union will strike on the first day of the school year, demanding a raise in salaries and additional benefits for teachers.

The Families' Ceremony to commemorate the first anniversary of the October 7th massacre will begin at 7:00 and will not overlap with the State Ceremony which will begin at 9:00

After advocating for their son's release at both the RNC and DNC, the parents of Omer Neutra wrote an op-ed in Newsweek stressing: '[The hostages’] captivity cannot be a political issue—it is a global humanitarian crisis, and it can only be solved through unity and focus.'

Footage filmed by a camera mounted on the helmet of Border Police special operations officers shows a close-quarters encounter between the officers and armed terrorists.

Amiram Ben Uliel, who was convicted of murdering the Dawabsheh family in the village of Duma in 2015 will be transferred from a high-security detention facility to a religious wing.

Family of Yoram Hillel Fliter, missing since November, hires private investigator, offers cash prize for information leading to his return.

The sister of fallen IDF soldier Yohay Hay Glam recounts her last conversations with her brother before his fateful return to Gaza.

Radical Islamists 'don’t want to live in peace with us — they want to live instead of us,' Israeli Consul General Ofir Akunis says.

Netanyahu discussed the situation in the region with Zelenskyy and raised the issue of tens of thousands of Israelis traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah.

Construction and Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf demands Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu block Red Cross visits to Nukhba terrorists until Red Cross visits Israelis held hostage in Gaza.

Preparations are being made for the traditional Slichot prayers ahead of the High Holidays at the Western Wall, including a special service to be held on October 7th.

Families of the hostages who came to the Gaza border to call out to their loved ones broke through the border fence and began marching into Gaza.

Families of the hostages cry out to their loved ones from the Gaza border

Beyadenu launches new Arabic-language site featuring historical facts, interactive map of Temple Mount. 'Site should've been launched years ago by the Israeli government.'

Activists from the Im Tirtzu movement held a protest vigil in front of the Chief Military Prosecutor's house in light of recent events, especially the arrest of soldiers from Force 100.

The organization hosted children at the Samaria town of Kfar Tapuach to view the dog's special training.

Seal bearing the name of Yehoʼezer ben Hoshʼayahu, 'one of the most beautiful ever discovered,' found near Southern Wall of the Temple Mount.

An olive orchard was planted in Beit El to honor David Yehuda Yitzhak, a fallen Egoz unit soldier. The community came together to plant dozens of donated trees, enhancing the area’s beauty and security. The public is encouraged to donate more trees to continue this meaningful tribute.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speak by phone. Zelenskyy's spokesman says Netanyahu "expressed support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine."

Minutes before performing at the Binyamin Regional Council's end-of-summer event, singer Idan Raichel met with the wife and family of Elon Waiss from Psagot, who fell in Gaza at the age of 49.

A letter that went viral online that was claimed to have been written by a survivor of the Nova Music Festival massacre was found to be fake after journalists attempted to find his family.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday toured the northern border and met with soldiers from the Golani Brigade.

During a UN Security Council meeting to extend UNIFIL’s mandate in southern Lebanon, Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon presented images that prove that Hezbollah launched rockets at Israel from facilities adjacent to UN bases.

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi met with the heads of the local municipalities and councils of Bik'at HaYarden, Emek HaYarden, Emek HaMaayanot, and Megilot.
