Itay Dekel-Chen, the brother of Sagui Dekel-Chen, thanks the religious Zionist community for their support of the families of the hostages over the last 16 months.
Shabaan al-Sayed, father of released hostage Hisham, denounced Hamas's treatment of his son over more than a decade of captivity.
Despite low temperatures and inclement weather, the worst of the storm has still not yet reached Israel.
Omer's parents say he grew stronger during the 505 days he was held hostage by Hamas despite losing dozens of pounds in weight from malnutrition.
Eliya Cohen, who was freed from Hamas captivity on Saturday, writes in a post on Instagram: Every prayer of yours was felt in my heart and soul and strengthened me anew at every moment.
Prime Minister's Office announces that it has been decided to delay the release of the terrorists due to the humiliating ceremonies held by Hamas. Terrorists who were set to be released were returned to their prison cells.
Gilad, the father of released hostage Tal Shoham, spoke at a rally on Saturday evening in the Hostages Square.
Firefighters battling flames in Rosh Ha'ayin shocked to discover tefillin untouched after fire burns synagogue.
The Israel Magen Fund quickly supplied critical equipment to soldiers after the October 7th attack, ensuring they had essential gear like fire-fighting tools, helmets, and supplies.
Education Minister Yoav Kisch tells Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to give Hamas an ultimatum: All hostages back in Israel by Saturday - or hellfire on Gaza.
Eliya Cohen, released from Hamas captivity after 505 days, thought his girlfriend Ziv had been killed in the 'bomb shelter of death.' Prior to the massacre, he had bought a ring - but did not manage to propose before he was kidnapped.
MK Itamar Ben-Gvir demanded of Prime Minister Netanyahu: 'It is time to open the gates of hell on Hamas, we must return to war, to destroy and avenge.'
Father of hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal says family received 'sign of life' from one of the six hostages who returned to Israel earlier on Saturday.
Hisham al-Sayed, released from Hamas captivity after nearly a decade in Gaza, meets his father Shaaban and brother Wasim at the initial reception point in Israel, and additional family members at the hospital.
Omer Shem Tov, Eliya Cohen, and Omer Wenkert attend 'havdalah' ceremony marking the conclusion of Shabbat at Beilinson Hospital. Watch.
One day after his wife Shiri's remains were returned to Israel, Yarden Bibas thanks those who supported and cared for his family.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says heart 'bursts with excitement' at return of six living hostages from Hamas captivity, Israel will 'neither forgive nor forget' brutal murders of Shiri Bibas and her young sons Ariel and Kfir.
Avera Mengistu, held captive in Gaza since September 2014, reunites with his family at the initial reception point in Israel and at Ichilov Hospital.
Omer Wenkert meets his parents Niva and Shai at the initial reception point in Israel. Watch.
Watch Eliya Cohen's moving reunion with his parents, Sigalit and Maimon, and his partner Ziv.
Watch Omer Shem Tov's emotional meeting with his family, as they reunite at Beilinson Hospital.
Hisham al-Sayed, Omer Wenkert, Eliya Cohen, Avera Mengistu, Tal Shoham, and Omer Shem Tov are back in Israel after being released from Hamas captivity.
Red Cross receives coffin from Hamas, which the group claims contains the body of Shiri Bibas. The coffin will be handed over to the IDF and from there will be transferred to the National Institute of Forensic Medicine.
US Embassy in Jerusalem announces temporary restrictions on public transportation use for US government employees in Israel and their families, following explosions on public buses on Thursday.
Swedish authorities detain three men near the Israeli embassy in Stockholm on suspicion of preparing to commit a violent crime. Too soon to determine whether the embassy was the intended target.
The Israel Dog Unit displayed the various capabilities of their working dogs for a group of widows and orphans from the Swords of Iron war at an event organized by the 'Victory Together' organization.
Ofri Bibas, sister of Yarden Bibas, gave a video statement apologizing to Kfir and Ariel for not mourning them until Shiri Bibas returns.
Former MK Tzvi Succot clashed with protesters at Tapuach Junction, denouncing their support for Palestinians.
The brother of Sagi Dekel-Chen praised the Religious Zionist party for having the principles to vote against the deal but still allow it to be implemented.
'I vow that I will not rest until the savages who executed our hostages are brought to justice,' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promises.
New poll shows Likud party would win 22 seats, right-religious bloc just six seats less than center-left bloc.
Five centimeters of snow accumulate on Mount Hermon slopes, but the site is still a closed military zone.
Meitar Eliyahu, widow of Sergeant First Class (res.) Yedidya Eliyahu, who fell in battle in Gaza, announces that she is engaged to Baruch Tzuri Noked of Hebron.
Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel responds to Hamas' presentation of an anonymous body as that of Shiri Bibas, says Hamas is 'a death cult that needs to be eradicated from the face of the Earth.'
United States Envoy for Hostages Adam Boehler responds harshly to Hamas' decision to return an anonymous body instead of that of hostages Shiri Bibas, warns, 'they're going to face total annihilation right now' if they don't release hostages.
IDF representatives inform the Bibas family that Ariel and Kfir Bibas have been identified. They were brutally murdered while in captivity in November of 2023. The additional body received is not that of Shiri Bibas. IDF: A violation of utmost severity by Hamas.
President Isaac Herzog spoke to international US-based media outlets, CNN and MSNBC, and highlighted the terrible cruelty Israel faces in its battle with Hamas terrorists.
Following the return of the bodies of four hostages, a ceremony is being held tonight at Hostages Square with the participation of Omer Adam, Ivri Lider, Hanan Ben Ari, and Roni Dalumi, alongside the families of the hostages.
The National Institute of Forensic Medicine identified the body of Oded Lifshitz and found that he was murdered over a year ago in Islamic Jihad captivity.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar met with the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations and affirmed that Israel is determined to achieve all the objectives of the war.
Iair Horn, who was released from Hamas captivity last Saturday, was discharged from Ichilov Medical Center after completing all required examinations.
PM says on the return of the bodies of hostages Oded Lifshitz, Shiri Bibas, Ariel Bibas, and Kfir Bibas that Israelis are all united in grief, nation obligated to deal with the murderers of Hamas.
Considered an national elegy over the invasion of Israel by its neighbors, Chief Rabbi of the IDF, Brigadier General Eyal Krim read Psalm 83.
Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi says he was promised that Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara will soon be fired, last hostages may need to be brought back using military force.
Justice Minister Yariv Levin signed regulations lowering the passing score for the December 2024 Bar Association certification exam from 60 to 56.
Hikmet Hajiyev, top Baku official, meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as regional alliance takes shape.
Crowd gathers at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, waving Israeli flags and some wearing orange hats or shirts, in solidarity with the Bibas family.
Eitan Fuld, brother of terror victim Ari Fuld who was murdered in Gush Etzion, shares his family's reaction to the news that Ari's murderer will be released in the Hamas deal.
Sufrin Group and Sun Rise's prestigious ICON project begins construction in Neve Shamir. The development features 32 boutique residences with Judean Hills views, grand lobby, and smart home systems. 35% of units already sold in what's set to become the city's most exclusive address
Beginning in about two years, a congestion charge is set to be applied for those entering the Tel Aviv metropolitan area.
Agam Berger, one of the IDF lookouts who was freed from Hamas captivity, meets Rabbanit Tzili Schneider, chairwoman of the "Kesher Yehudi" organization, reveals how she observed Shabbat and the holidays, and fasted on fast days.
Keith Siegel's daughter, Shir, tells of the strength her father found in the Jewish faith during his time in captivity.
New report reveals severe mental and physical toll on families of deceased hostages. Urgent findings presented in special Zoom briefing with health experts and parents of a hostage.
Ofri Bibas, the sister of Yarden Bibas, expressed anger over the publication of the list of names of the four hostages whose bodies will be returned tomorrow without the publication being coordinated with their families.
Extremists attacked car of Karlin-Stolin Rebbe, who they accused of encouraging haredi enlistment in the IDF, with teargas.
The Knesset approved the expansion of the Entry Law to prohibit the entry of those who deny the Holocaust or the October 7th Massacre, as well as those who support the international prosecution of Israelis for security activities.
PM tells nation the return of the bodies of four hostages will be extremely painful. 'The heart of the entire world needs to be torn, because here we see who we are dealing with, what we are dealing with, what monsters we are dealing with.'
A woman from central Israel was detained after she allegedly posted a mock obituary for Prime Minister Netanyahu and wrote: 'This is my dream.'
Construction and Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf meets release hostage Keith Siegel at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, says his thoughts are always with the hostages still in Gaza. 'Your descriptions support what we knew - this is a matter of life-and-death, and about saving lives.'
