Hamas

Over suspected terror ties:

WCK fires 62 Palestinian Arab staff members

US-based charity World Central Kitchen dismisses dozens of Palestinian Arab staff members working in Gaza following warning from Israel that they had links to terrorist groups.

Report:

Hamas provides list of hostages it holds

According to Saudi reports, Hamas provided mediators a list of hostages it holds.

John Kirby:

'Hamas continues to be ‘the main stumbling block to a deal'

John Kirby, White House NSC spokesperson, insists that Biden administration is working on the issue, but 'there is no update on the efforts to secure a hostage release and ceasefire deal in Gaza.'

New York Times:

UNRWA employees were Hamas, Islamic Jihad operatives

The New York Times confirms, based on documents confiscated by Israel, that UNRWA employees were terror operatives and equipped with weapons.

Report:

Hamas passes Israel names, medical condition, of hostages

Arab media outlet reports progress in negotiations for ceasefire-prisoner swap deal which would span two months and include four hostages who hold US citizenship.

Father of hostage:

'Force Hamas to return the hostages in one deal'

Tzvika Mor, father of Eitan who is being held captive in Gaza, speaks after meeting between Netanyahu and hostages' families: We are not willing to accept a deal in parts, we will not accept selection among Jews after the Holocaust.

Report:

Hamas beginning to show flexibility in negotiations with Israel

A senior Hamas official claims his organization has shown a willingness to be flexible on its demands in an attempt to reach a ceasefire agreement.

Arab report: Hamas attempting to locate living hostages

Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani says there is 'new momentum' in negotiations for a ceasefire between Israel and the Hamas terror group in Gaza.

Head of Hamas' Aerial Unit in Gaza City eliminated

IDF and Shin Bet confirm that Nidal Al-Najar, head of Hamas' Aerial Unit in Gaza City and one of the organizers of the aerial infiltration into Israeli territory on October 7, 2023, was eliminated on December 3.

How to tell the difference between ‘pro-Palestine’ and pro-Hamas

Reports of ‘pro-Palestinian’ protests are invariably false reports. There is no excuse when ‘pro-Hamas’ can be distinguished with ease. Opinion.

IDF, ISA, eliminate terrorist who commanded Nahal Oz massacre

In joint operation, IDF and ISA eliminate a number of terrorists from Hamas' Shati Battalion, including commander of Nahal Oz massacre on October 7, and a terrorist who participated in October 7 abductions.

Canadian advocacy group:

'Amnesty International's biased report belongs in the trash bin'

Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) blasts Amnesty International’s report accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza: Instead of holding terrorists accountable, Amnesty inexplicably inverts the narrative, blaming Israel for the violence perpetrated against it.

Ambassador Jack Lew:

'Hamas is to blame for the fact that there's no hostage deal'

US Ambassador to Israel tells Kan 11 News that Hamas is responsible for the fact that no agreement for a hostage release has been reached, but says some of Israel’s actions 'shifted the focus from Hamas in a way that’s not helpful.'

Hamas:

'Military pressure will result in the deaths of hostages'

In a statement, Hamas terrorist organization claims that "Netanyahu is directly responsible for the deaths of the hostages because he failed to reach an agreement."

Senior terrorist in Hamas' Internal Security Forces eliminated

Osama Ghanim held a key role in implementing Hamas’ brutal methods, which included conducting harsh civilian interrogations while violating human rights.

Hamas: A pure, incorruptible form of evil

Pure evil exists. Its name is Hamas. And it must be utterly destroyed. Opinion.

Report:

Israel presented Hamas with updated proposal for hostage deal

The proposal includes a potential ceasefire lasting between 42 and 60 days and the release of all surviving female hostages, all men over the age of 50, and hostages in critical medical condition.

Rescued hostage Luis Har:

'My views have completely changed since I was kidnapped'

Luis Har, who was rescued from the heart of Rafah in a heroic operation, speaks about the harrowing experience of being held captive by Hamas and about how he has changed since the ordeal.

Amnesty International report:

'Israel committing genocide in Gaza'

Amnesty International, which is known for its anti-Israel bias, publishes new report in which it accuses Israel of "committing genocide" against Gazans since the war began last year.

Report:

Qatar resumes role as mediator in hostage deal talks

Sources tell Reuters that Steve Witkoff, Trump's incoming Middle East envoy, has initiated diplomatic efforts to broker a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release agreement and has met with the prime ministers of both Qatar and Israel.

What did Hamas do with Mohammed Deif's body?

According to a Palestinian Arab source in the Gaza Strip, Hamas has located the body of its military leader and buried it in a secret location so that Israel would not exhume it as well as to not break its terrorists' spirit.

Report:

Hamas gives instructions to 'neutralize' the hostages

Terror group's leaders instruct those holding hostages captive in Gaza to 'tighten' living conditions of the captives and 'neutralize' them if rescue appears close at hand.

IDF:

Hague ruling endangers IDF soldiers travelling abroad

Following warrants issued against Netanyahu and Gallant in the Hague, IDF instructs soldiers who served in Gaza to avoid leaving the country for fear of arrest.

FSWC calls for removal of video game glorifying October 7

Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center calls for immediate removal of “Knights of the Al-Aqsa Mosque”, in which gamers play as a terrorist who murders Israeli soldiers.

Report:

Trump's message to Hamas: 'Here I come'

Hebrew media reports that US President-Elect Trump is conveying a specific message to the Hamas terrorist organization ahead of his inauguration.

Netanyahu:

'Trump ultimatum puts onus on Hamas where it belongs'

PM thanks US President-Elect for 'strong statement' warning of serious consequences if the hostages are not released by January 20.

Hamas involving Palestinian Authority in Gaza

Hamas, Fatah, agree to set up committee to manage Gaza, in coordination with the Palestinian Authority.

Eliminated:

Seven terrorists who participated in October 7 massacre

In central Gaza, IDF eliminates terrorists who took part in the October 7 massacre, destroys terror infrastructure.

Hamas:

'Hostages were killed because of Netanyahu'

Hamas released another propaganda video on Telegram aimed at pressuring Israel to soften its stance in ceasefire negotiations and prisoner exchange deals.

The day after the war:

Fatah, Hamas agree on independent committee to govern Gaza

Breakthrough in talks between Fatah and Hamas that may advance the possibility of reaching an agreement for a ceasefire and hostage release deal.

Graham responds to Trump:

'Well said, I hope people in the Middle East are listening'

Senator Lindsey Graham welcomes Trump’s threat that “there will be hell to pay” if the hostages held by Hamas are not freed by the time he takes office on January 20: Let’s end this madness now.

Hostages' families thank Trump:

'The time has come, we must bring them home now'

Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters responds to Trump's warning that “there will be hell to pay” if the hostages are not freed by January 20: We call on both the current and incoming US administrations to act without delay.

Biden 'devastated, outraged' at killing of US citizen Omer Neutra

US President reacts to announcement that Captain Omer Maxim Neutra, a lone soldier from the US, was killed on October 7th and that his body has held by Hamas in Gaza ever since.

Footage from Gaza:

Terrorists rig building with explosives to harm IDF soldiers

Searches by the IDF's Kfir Brigade reveal explosives hidden in building alongside video camera showing terrorists rigging the structure.

Minister Orit Strock:

If there's a hostage deal like the first - we'll support it

Minister Orit Strock slams aid to Gaza, says Jewish settlement of Gaza not part of war's goals, and responds to ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon.

Sources in Egypt:

Ceasefire proposal blends Egyptian offer with Biden's offer

Egypt brokering talks to form committee to manage Gazan side of the Rafah Crossing, report says.

Egypt, Israel, in disagreement over Rafah Crossing

Egypt attempting to advance ceasefire-prisoner swap deal similar to two-month ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon.

Senator Graham:

'Trump is interested in a hostage deal before he takes office'

Senator Lindsey Graham tells Axios US President-elect is keen on achieving a ceasefire and hostage agreement in Gaza before his inauguration on January 20.

White House:

War in Gaza would end tomorrow if Hamas released hostages

Video of hostages Edan Alexander a 'a cruel reminder of Hamas’s terror against citizens of multiple countries, including our own,' White House statement reads.

Egypt optimistic about ending war in Gaza

High-ranking representatives from Fatah, Hamas, and the Islamic Jihad have arrived in Cairo for discussions with Egyptian intelligence officials to address critical issues concerning the Gaza Strip's administration.

Footage from Rafah:

Terrorists killed while placing explosives near Rafah mosque

Nahal forces continue fighting in Rafah, soldiers eliminate terrorists placing explosive devices near a local mosque; IAF takes out launch site in humanitarian area.

Israeli official:

Hamas more willing to compromise, wants 'flexibility' from Israel

'Hamas wants to push for a deal, but they want Israel to show more flexibility,' Israeli source tells journalist Barak Ravid.

IDF eliminates terrorist who participated in October 7 massacre

World Central Kitchen employee who took part in the October 7th massacre in Kibbutz Nir Oz eliminated in IDF strike on vehicle.

Psychological terrorism:

In Hamas video, American-Israeli hostage speaks to Trump

Idan Alexander, an immigrant from New Jersey, was kidnapped from the Kissufim Crossing by Hamas terrorists, and has been held captive in Gaza ever since.

Anti-Israel UN rapporteur:

'Israel didn’t have the right to wage a war after October 7'

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, notorious for her anti-Israel rhetoric, tells Piers Morgan: The fact that we call October 7 terrorism doesn’t justify what Israel has done since.

New TAU study:

Oct. 7 ground motions reveal Nukhba terrorists' seismic signature

'On the morning of October 7th, seismic stations located in southern Israel detected weak ground motions caused by the unusual movement of heavy vehicles within the Gaza Strip,' Tel Aviv University researchers explain.

Report:

Egyptian delegation to visit Israel for talks on Gaza deal

Source in Israel denies reports that an Egyptian security delegation will travel to Israel on Thursday in an effort to reach a Gaza ceasefire deal.

Hamas releases official statement saying it is interested in deal

In an official statement issued by Hamas, the terrorist organization states that it is interested in advancing efforts to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and a "genuine and complete" deal to exchange hostages for terorrists.

Report:

Hamas ready for break in Gaza war

Senior Hamas official says that terrorist organization will agree to a ceasefire in Gaza, following the ceasefire agreement on the northern front.

Operated from a school

IDF eliminates senior Hamas terrorist Mumin Al-Jabari

IDF eliminates terrorist Mumin Al-Jabari, a senior terrorist in Hamas’ Gaza City Brigade’s sniper unit, who operated in a room within a structure that previously served as a school.

Germany:

Hamas terror cell which plotted to attack Israeli embassy charged

German federal prosecutors announce charges against four members of Hamas, accusing them of acquiring and storing weapons for the group in Europe and of plotting attacks against a host of targets.

Security forces eliminate October 7th terrorist

IDF, ISA, eliminate Hamas terrorist responsible for rocket fire, additional Hamas terrorist who participated in the October 7th massacre.

Turkish FM denies Hamas relocated to Turkey

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says reports that Hamas' political bureau had relocated to Turkey "gossip" meant to pressure Hamas.

Hamas publishes footage which seems to show murdered hostage

'We are examining the information, and at this stage, we cannot confirm or refute it,' IDF spokesman says.

5 Hamas terrorists who participated in 10/7 murders eliminated

Terrorists, including Nuhkba commander and another Hamas commander who led the massacres and kidnappings on the Mefalsim road on October 7th, eliminated.

Ex-UNRWA chief met, expressed unity with terror leaders

UN Watch reveals that Pierre Krahenbuhl, the former Commissioner-General of UNRWA, met with Hamas, Islamic Jihad, and other terror leaders, praised 'spirit of unity' between them and UNRWA, and allowed them to veto UNRWA decisions.

IPS chief:

'Prisons with Nuhkba terrorists another front in the war'

Israel Prison Service Chief Kobi Yaakobi participates in discussion at the Knesset National Security Committee on the issue of the Hamas Nuhkba Force terrorists who are imprisoned in Israel.

Qatari official:

'Most Hamas leaders left, but its office in Doha isn't closed'

Following recent reports that Qatar has asked Hamas leaders to leave the country, Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesman explains that there is no need for them to be in Doha as long as negotiations on a ceasefire are frozen.

Predicting the October 7th attacks: A year before the tragedy

What we saw on October 7, 2023—the largest and deadliest assault on Israel in decades—was not just another chapter in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, but a confirmation of trends outlined in an 2022 article. Opinion.

State Department sanctions:

'No distinction between Hamas military and political leadership'

US imposes sanctions on 6 Hamas leaders for transferring weapons and funds to the Hamas war machine in Gaza.