Israeli News (Page 149)

Deri's ultimatum:

'If there is no agreement on draft law, we will go for elections'

Shas Chairman, MK Aryeh Deri, gave the coalition a two-month ultimatum to finalize details of the draft law, otherwise 'we will go for elections.'

Released hostage talks about her relief in 'finally being home'

Naama Levy says that she spent the first fifty days of captivity, 'mostly alone, but after that I was with my friends.'

Religious Zionism Party Chairman:

'What audacity? We are the ones who are going to fight and die.'

Religious Zionism Party Chairman Yehuda Wald launches attack on Haredi parties after they announce their support for PM in second phase of hostage deal.

Jerusalem:

Haredi extremists block road to protest honoring haredi soldiers

Demonstrators throw stones and use pepper spray against police during protest against an event honoring haredi IDF soldiers at the venue.

Right-wing activist appeals administrative distancing order

Lawyer Adi Kedar appeals the decision restricting Ariel Danino from Judea and Samaria for six months, calling it a despairing ploy by the ISA and asking for the Defense Minister to involve himself in the matter.

Romi Gonen's grandmother:

'She said: 'Hug me and don't move'

Devorah Leshem, the grandmother of released hostage Romi Gonen, recounted the first time she hugged her granddaughter after her return from Gaza: 'It was the best thing the hug that I got from Romi.'

Rachel Goldberg-Polin:

I'm happy young women are coming home, grieving for my only son

Rachel Goldberg-Polin, mother of hostage Hersh who was executed by Hamas, shares her feelings about the hostage deal in light of the tragedy that struck her family.

Itzik Elgarat's brother:

'My brother was apparently killed in captivity'

Dani Elgarat, the brother of the hostage Itzik Elgarat, said: 'My brother is on the list of the hostages who are supposed to return now and he is apparently not alive, but rather among the eight deceased.'

Son of Hostage:

'One of the survivors said they took him away, I fear for him'

Yizhar Lifshitz expressed deep concern for his father Oded, who is still held by Hamas, and relates that some of the returned hostages gave him news of Oded's condition.

Education Committee Chair:

'My son was summoned to the IDF, he will study Torah in jail'

MK Yossi Taieb (Shas) says his son received a draft notice and stressed that if the rabbis instruct him to be arrested - then that is what he'll do.

Released hostage recounts:

'I told Liri - you saved my life'

Amit Soussana recounts her fight against her abductors and the bravery and strength of her fellow hostage Liri Albag.

Netanyahu Trial:

Hearing delayed as judge falls ill

Judge Rivka Friedman-Feldman announced a postponement in the Netanyahu trial due to a judge's illness. The announcement was made just hours before the hearing.

Hostage's father to Arutz Sheva:

'A deal of surrender and shame'

Tzvika Mor, father of Eitan who is being held captive by Hamas, sharply criticizes the hostage deal and warns of its consequences.

Activist Ariel Danino banned from Judea and Samaria - again

Right-wing activist Ariel Danino was banned this evening (Monday) from Judea and Samaria for six months, just a short while after a previous administrative order expired.

Assuta embryo swap:

'An ethical, medical, and halakhic farce'

The case of mistaken embryo identities raises serious questions on medical and legal fronts, as well as ethical and halakhic issues surrounding parental identity and medical responsibility.

Bezalel Smotrich:

'We will work to execute Trump's emigration plan for Gaza'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich criticized the risks of the hostage deal and called to adopt President Trump's proposal to move Gazans to another country.

Nobel Prize winner:

'We are only encouraging more abductions'

Nobel Prize winner Prof. Aumann claims that Israel is only encouraging additional abductions with its policy of lopsided prisoner releases.

Sister of hostage Yarden Bibas: This is the most difficult moment

Ofri Bibas, sister of Yarden, sister-in-law of Shiri and aunt of Ariel and Kfir, speaks about the recent agonizing weeks: 'We need information from official sources, not media and WhatsApp groups.'

Released hostage's father:

'Romi heard me on the news while in Gaza; it gave her strength'

Eitan Gonen recounts the emotional moment when his daughter told him, 'Dad, I came back alive,' calls on hostage families to continue speaking in the media, to raise awareness to their loved ones in captivity.

'A reckless deal that will cost in blood'

Hostages' families demand Ben Gvir support deal with Hamas

Argument breaks out in Knesset committee, as representatives of some of the hostages' families demand MK Itamar Ben Gvir support the deal with Hamas. Ben Gvir: 'A reckless deal that will cost in blood.'

Woman and infant killed in deadly traffic accident

Woman of about 40, infant of about one year, killed in traffic accident between two vehicles and a truck near the Ha'amakim Interchange in northern Israel. Five others were injured.

Released hostage:

'There are 2 million terrorists in Gaza'

Hamas demanded hostages talk on stage before their release; they chose to show hand signs of victory. 'I would say one sentence in Arabic: ‘My name is Liri Albag, I am number one.'

Horrific:

Torah scroll destroyed in Bat Yam synagogue break-in

Vandals break into synagogue in Bat Yam, tearing open the Holy Ark, throwing Torah scroll on the floor and stepping on it.

Liri Albag's father clarifies:

'I was referring only to the leaders'

Eli Albag, father of Liri Albag, who was released in a prisoner swap deal with Hamas, explains his 'scorn' for those who didn't support deal.

Father of hostage:

'Hostage families are not the only families in Israel'

Zvika Mor, whose son Eitan is being held hostage in Gaza, responds to father of released hostage Liri Albag, who said that he scorns those who opposed the hostage deal.

Bereaved father to Eli Albag:

Many Jews will pay with their lives for your daughter's release

Itzik Bonzel, father of fallen IDF soldier Amit Bonzel, responds to Eli Albag, whose daughter was freed in a prisoner swap deal: 'This is the time to bow your head and say thank you, not to threaten.'

Father of murdered hostage:

'My daughter has become invisible; it's tearing out my heart'

'Difficult to fully rejoice in hostages' return, frustrated Inbar was not included in the deal,' says father of Inbar Haiman, whose body is being held by Hamas.

Who is the foolish idiot speaking here about 'genocide'?!

In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Minister May Golan speaks out against those who deny the Holocaust and even falsely accuse the Jewish people of committing genocide.

Families of released hostages thank President Trump

The families of Karina Ariev, Naama Levy, Daniella Gilboa, and Liri Albag expressed their gratitude to President Trump for his crucial role in securing their daughters' freedom.

Yitzhak Amit elected as Supreme Court President

Coalition representatives boycott vote to elect Justice Yitzhak Amit as President of the Israeli Supreme Court. Justice Minister Levin refuses to recognize the appointment.

Hostage's father longs for his son:

'When Omri returns, who is going to hug him first?'

Father of Omri Miran, who is being held hostage in Gaza, cannot understand how the groups of hostages are split and tells how he imagines the first moments of his son's return from Gaza.

Three right-wing activists issued administrative arrest warrants

IDF Central Command Commanding Officer Avi Bluth issued warrants for the administrative house arrest of three right-wing activists.

Judea and Samaria 2024

Population growth double the regular rate

WestBankJewishPopulationStats.com report reveals that the Jewish population in Judea and Samaria grew by an impressive 2.33% in 2024, reaching a total of 529,455 residents—more than double the growth rate of Israel's general population.

Searchers racing to find man vanished near Netanya

Denis Kotikov has now been missing for three days in the Netanya region. Searchers are rushing to find him despite rough terrain and winter weather.

President Herzog prays for hostages at Lubavitcher Rebbe's grave

Upon arriving in New York, President and First Lady Herzog visited the grave of the Lubavitcher Rebbe where they prayed for the wellbeing of the IDF soldiers and the return of the hostages.

1 week later:

Romi, Emily, and Doron released from hospital

Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher were released from the hospital today, exactly one week after they were released by their Hamas captors following more than 15 months as hostages.

The war the West won’t name - or fight

What should be globalized is the war on terror. Opinion.

Freed hostage found to have a bullet in her leg

Etty Schwartz, the aunt of Daniella Gilboa, who was released from Hamas captivity yesterday, speaks about her excitement to return home and the injuries she has sustained since the war began.

Watch:

Father of freed hostage says prayer of thanks

Daniella Gilboa's father said a prayer of gratitude in front of the holy ark for return of his daughter.

MK David Bitan hospitalized in intensive care

Chairman of the Knesset Economic Affairs Committee, MK David Bitan, hospitalized in the neurological intensive care unit at Sheba Hospital after feeling unwell for several days.

Who is on the list to be released next week?

Next Saturday, Arbel Yehud, Agam Berger, and Keith Siegel are expected to be released from Hamas captivity. Israeli source clarifies: 'No official list yet.'

Orit Mark Ettinger:

Those responsible for murder go free - my heart hurts

Orit Mark Ettinger, daughter of Rabbi Miki Mark and sister of fallen soldier Pedaya, expresses deep pain at the release of two of the terrorists responsible for her father's murder.

'I love you'

Watch: Liri Albag thanks the nation and the soldiers

Released hostage Liri Albag thanks her country and the soldiers immediately following her release.

With A Smile:

Returning hostages proudly face hundreds of terrorists

The returning hostages stood beaming proudly and waving as they were surrounded by hundreds of terrorists during their release ceremony.

Report:

Freed hostage Emily Damari offered Keith Siegel to take her place

Emily Damari, freed last week in a deal with Hamas, asked if American-Israeli Keith Siegel could be released instead of her, report says.

Netanyahu to Liri Albag's parents:

'We embrace Liri and her friends, this is truly a great day'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with Shira and Eli Albag, parents of released hostage Liri Albag. Watch.

Director of Beilinson Hospital:

'Hostages are in stable condition, with full support'

Dr. Lena Koren Feldman, Director of Beilinson Hospital, gave a statement this evening regarding the return of four hostages from Gaza.

Watch:

Liri, Karina, Daniella, and Naama reunite with their parents

Watch the emotional reunion between released hostages Daniella Gilboa, Liri Albag, Naama Levy, and Karina Ariev, as they meet their parents at an initial reception point immediately upon arrival in Israel

After 477 days in captivity

Liri, Daniella, Naama and Karina to be released on Saturday

Hamas to release IDF lookouts Liri Albag, Daniella Gilboa, Naama Levy and Karina Ariev, who were kidnapped from their base in Nahal Oz during the Hamas massacre on October 7, 2023. Israel says Hamas violated the agreement, as civilian hostage Arbel Yehud was not included in the list, but will accept the four hostages.

The first time in 67 weeks

Emily, Doron and Romi enjoy Friday night dinner at home

For the first time in 67 weeks, Emily Damari, Doron Steinbrecher, and Romi Gonen - who were freed by Hamas this past Sunday - hold Shabbat dinners together with their families.

Justice Minister vs AG:

Levin's request rejected, Judicial Selection Cmte to meet Sunday

Supreme Court rejects Justice Minister Yariv Levin's request to delay Judicial Selection Committee meeting in order to investigate complaints against Supreme Court's acting head Yitzhak Amit.

Otzma Yehudit MK:

'I demand personal supervision of Samaria shooting investigation'

MK Limor Son Har-Melech urges the Justice Minister for oversight and transparency in the investigation of the police shooting incident that left four teens injured.

Families of hostages:

2nd phase must be implemented, all remaining hostages must return

Families of the hostages call on Israeli government to complete all phases of the deal, ensure the return of all hostages under the ceasefire agreement with Hamas - until the last captive is home.

Unique request:

Hostage's mother: Don't desecrate the Sabbath

Merav Berger, whose daughter Agam was kidnapped on October 7 and is held hostage in Gaza, says she will try to avoid desecrating Shabbat and asks the media to respect her wishes.

Communications Min.:

Attorney General has declared war on Israel's democracy

Communication Minister Shlomo Karhi slams Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's attempt to block investigation of Supreme Court Justice Yitzhak Amit, warns, 'Judicial revolution will not pass, we'll stand strong.'

Boy, 13, dies of suspected flu complications

Healthy 13-year-old treated for suspected pneumonia dies shortly after arriving at Ziv Medical Center; hospital suspects death caused by complications of influenza.