New Year's Eve in Israel:
Buildings lit up in solidarity with hostages
Prominent buildings all over the country were lit up yellow under the slogan 'Every Second is Critical.'
Prominent buildings all over the country were lit up yellow under the slogan 'Every Second is Critical.'


The Hostages and Missing Persons Families Forum headquarters sends 'wishes' to the world for the New Year.

President Isaac Herzog called on leaders and people around the world to work for the immediate return of the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.

Fourth quarter Aliyah requests up 142% from previous year. 50% of immigrants driven by Zionism, while 6% cite antisemitism as their reason.
MK Almog Cohen denounced former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett for revealing Israeli operations in Iran.

Minister Ofir Akunis says that all decisions on the future of Gaza must be made by the full Cabinet, not by the more limited War Cabinet.

Israeli investigators and prosecutors are building a case against Hamas terrorists similar to the one against Nazi leader Adolf Eichmann.

After identifying, and burying countless bodies since October 7 heads of Unit 360 look to revamp the way they search for bodies.

Finance Minister says that, in his opinion, the State of Israel should fully control the Gaza Strip after the war.

A group of MKs has written to US President Joe Biden, challenging the data behind his statement on 'settler violence.'

Former White House Middle East advisor Dennis Ross talks about how the world can do more to secure the release of hostages.

Thousands pray for release of hostages, success of IDF soldiers, at gravesite of 'Chazon Ish' in Bnei Brak. Watch.

Fashion designer Julia Haart took the stage at a rally for the hostages' families to deliver an impassioned message to the nation.

Israel’s UN Ambassador reads names of hostages during Security Council meeting: We are fighting for their release and you should be too.

South Africa asks International Court of Justice probe Israel over alleged genocide in Gaza. Israel: We reject this blood libel with disgust.

A wounded soldier told his father how internal conflicts influence the battlefield, just a few hours before his death.

TikTok has reversed the restrictions it placed on the popular Hebrew slogan 'Together, we will win.'

US Sec. of Defense Lloyd Austin reiterates US resolve to ensure Hamas can no longer threaten Israel's security.

'So long as I am Finance Minister, not a single shekel will be passed to the Nazis in Gaza,' Finance Min. Smotrich promises.

Sources in Israel's coalition say government does not intend to renew legislation on judicial reform, so long as war with Hamas continues.

Sixty-eight percent of Israelis support military operation to remove Hezbollah from the Israel-Lebanon border.

Sources tell Axios Biden held a difficult conversation with Netanyahu over Israel's decision to withhold some of PA's tax revenue.

Hamas spokesman says there is nothing more important than a complete cessation of the war.

The cancellation of the discussion came after the Religious Zionist Party announced it would meet to discuss measures in response.

Terrorist who was arrested in Gaza gives details that could identify the victim, specifies that his squad committed murder and rape.

PM Netanyahu met with families of hostages and listened to their questions and concerns.

The poll found that a party led by Naftali Bennett would receive 15 seats, while a Likud led by fmr. Mossad Director Cohen would get 23.

After reading about ZAKA360’s urgent need for a command post, Sarah shares why she donated.

Minister Gantz visited the IDF Southern Command and met with local leaders from the western Negev.

Bank refuses to allow Russian-Israeli billionaire to donate millions to rescue agency during war due to EU, UK sanctions.

Atty. Menashe Yado of Honenu says police confiscated phones to allow the use of violence for no reason and without repercussions.

In light of a reported ruling on the Reasonableness Standard, the Supreme Court has decided to advance publication of the formal ruling.

Justice Min. Levin blasts Supreme Court for ruling on judicial reform: 'Act responsibly during wartime, don't create deep rift in nation.'

The last two transplants were due to families' donations following the fall of soldiers in Gaza.

MK Almog Cohen warns against the Supreme Court ruling on the reasonability standard during wartime.

Police arrest two residents of central Israel, on suspicion of stealing equipment intended for donation to IDF soldiers.

Teen suspect arrested, interrogated, on suspicion of damaging vehicles.

Zvi Yehezkeli warns against allowing Gazans to return to northern Gaza: 'Terrorists will return in civilian clothes, place RPGs on porches.'

The family of soldier Oron Shaul, whose body has been held by Hamas since 2014, publishes an old video of him on his 30th birthday.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Rep. Brian Mast visit wounded IDF soldiers and Border Police officers at Hadassah-Mt. Scopus Hospital.

Amit Segal breaks his silence, noting that the religious Zionist sector is not given enough credit for its part in the war.

Amit Segal reports Supreme Court to take unprecedented step of striking down a Basic Law while Israel is at war.

Former Yesh Atid MK Ofer Shelah says terrorists were using his book to learn more about Israeli society.

Captain (res.) Shaul Greenglick, who fell in battle in the Gaza Strip, was laid to rest at the Ra'anana Cemetary.

The Finance Minister Met with reservists and spoke to them about the financial aid program he and Defense Minister Gallant launched.

John Vause, CNN presenter, burst into tears when reading plea to President Biden, from Liora Argamani, mother of Noa, kidnapped to Gaza.

MK Yair Lapid, head of Knesset opposition, speaks about 'the day after' the war in Gaza, promises to ensure Israel has a constitution.

Soldier Shay Shamriz who fell in Gaza is a relative of Alon Shamriz, the hostage who escaped from Hamas captivity and killed by IDF fire.

Following 'mistaken' release that tax on sweet drinks would be reinstated, Finance Min. Smotrich extends exemption through end of 2024.

Fallen soldier Yehonatan Lober's widow: 'The birth is in two months. You are coming, I'm not going alone.'

Guy Alon noticed a classmate had fainted, and sprang into action, performing CPR and using a defibrillator to save his classmate's life.

Soldier who fell in Gaza and two men murdered at the nature party near Re'im stood next to each other in a kindergarten photo.

Father of 6 Speaks Up About His Fears of a Dreaded ‘The Day After’ Happening to Him.

Foreign Minister: 'The world promised us they were building a new Singapore – they used the money to build terror tunnels.'

White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan meets Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer in Washington.

Latest “Eretz Nehederet” sketch features a Berkeley delegation which tells Jesus' parents that they are Palestinians.

Soldiers who contracted fungi and other infections in Gaza are in serious condition. Doctors using experimental treatments to treat them.

Liora Argamani, the terminally ill mother of Noa Argamani, writes letter to Biden, pleads for his help to secure her daughter's release.

Senior Hamas official Osama Hamdan says Hamas opposes a temporary ceasefire with Israel, demands cessation of Israeli "aggression".

Special interview with Margaret Lunzer Rottem about the legacy her father Jack Lunzer and the Valmadonna Collection at the national library.
