Otzma Yehudit head welcomes the return of the hostages but declares that he will not support a deal that frees murderers and also demands the dismantling of the Hamas government as a red line.
Hamas leader says the terror group received guarantees from America and the mediators that the hostage deal will end the war.
List of prisoners on Hamas' list includes Marwan Barghouti, Abdullah Barghouti, Ahmad Sa'adat, Ibrahim Hamad, Abbas al-Sayeed, and Hassan Salamah; PM's Office clarifies ceasefire has not yet taken effect.
Amended maps for Gaza deal include significant IDF withdrawal in Khan Yunis and southern Gaza, as per Hamas' request.
We have learned much about the barbarism of our enemies, but we have also learned that contrary to the expectations of our enemies, Israel’s staying power is stronger and longer than theirs. Opinion.
The expected timeline for the first phase of the Trump plan: The Israeli Cabinet will approve the move, the IDF will withdraw from Gaza City, and 72 hours later, the release of the hostages will begin.
Officials hope a deal on the first phase of the Trump plan to end the war can be reached by Friday.
The family of Bipin Joshi, who was taken captive by Hamas on October 7, has revealed this evening a video collected as part of IDF intelligence that documents Bipin in Hamas captivity.
A senior Israeli official expressed optimism today evening on the progress of negotiations for the return of hostages and the end of the war.
Hamas demands Israel free six senior terrorists, along with Nukhba terrorists responsible for the October 7 massacre. 'Optimism growing in ceasefire talks,' senior Hamas official reports.
BBC faces renewed criticism after internal email marks two years since the October 7 massacre with wording many say minimized Hamas atrocities and reflected bias.
A Be'eri resident who survived the massacre found a cell phone belonging to the terrorist who invaded her home among ruins of her house. It is unknown what happened to the terrorist.
The IDF reports that three fighters were injured in an operational accident from an IDF grenade explosion in a defensive position in Khan Yunis. Two of them are seriously injured.
Hamas official says the terror group is refusing the demand that it release all 48 hostages immediately and insists that the final hostage only be released when the Israeli withdrawal from Gaza is complete.
President Trump voices optimism for a Gaza peace deal, praising Israel and noting Hamas progress, while denying reports of tension with Netanyahu.
Israel has reportedly allocated several days for talks with Hamas in Egypt, with fighting set to resume if no deal is reached. Netanyahu urges adherence to Trump’s plan; Hamas seeks guarantees tied to hostage release.
Israel and Hamas begin indirect talks in Egypt to broker a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal, with Egyptian and Qatari mediators working under a US-backed proposal to end the conflict.
Hamas demands the release of six senior terrorists, including Marwan Barghouti and Ahmad Sa’adat, in exchange for hostages, alongside requests for aid trucks and easing Gaza movement.
The Ministry for Diaspora Affairs has launched a website revealing collections of Hamas documents emphasizing how the horrors of the October 7th massacre were planned in detail and over time.
On the attack’s second anniversary, the US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee honors the victims, highlights efforts to free remaining hostages, and reaffirms America’s unwavering support for Israel.
Noam Party Chairman Avi Maoz expresses concern about the implications of the deal to release the hostages, but still defines it as 'the best agreement for Israel in the current situation.'
Trump says talks with Hamas to end Gaza war and release hostages are progressing fast and expresses optimism first phase will be completed this week, but warns: “Time is of the essence or massive bloodshed will follow.”
Gideon Sa'ar says Israel is nearing a deal for the release of hostages, but warns against trusting Hamas and expresses confidence in President Trump.
Hamas's security forces says that Hamas operatives using mobile phones help Israeli intelligence pinpoint their exact locations for strikes.
Saudi media reports that Hamas has begun gathering the bodies of the deceased hostages, a more time-consuming process than moving the live hostages, in preparation for a deal.
As ceasefire talks progress, Trump warns of severe consequences for Hamas while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlines complex post-conflict challenges.
Defense Minister Israel Katz said at the state memorial ceremony for the fallen of the Yom Kippur War that an announcement on the return of the hostages may come soon. According to him, the intensity of the military pressure produced a reversal in Hamas’s position.
Some of us, those of us who do not live in Trump’s perfect world, remain far more skeptical overall. Opinion.
Gen. (res.) Matom estimates that the emerging agreement between Israel and Hamas is the result of heavy international pressure, and claimed that Turkey is playing a central role in the talks.
Khalil al-Hayya, who just made his first public appearance since surviving the Doha airstrike, to lead Hamas team sent to negotiate on the Trump peace plan.
Hamas reportedly has 'reservations' about the map detailing the withdrawal of Israeli forces under the Trump peace plan.
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem warns Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan is “full of dangers,” accusing Israel of using diplomacy to achieve territorial goals it failed to secure through war.
Minister of National Security to oppose hostage deal over release of hundreds of terrorist murderers. In meeting with Prime Minister, he will draw a red line.
For the first time since Israel’s attempted strike in Qatar, Khalil al-Hayya - one of the main targets - gives an interview to the Qatari Al-Araby channel.
IDF and ISA reveal: Underground tunnel route was located adjacent to the Jordanian Hospital in Gaza City, within it a weapons manufacturing workshop.
Negotiations with Hamas to continue only following hostages' release, senior source says. 'IDF remains in Gaza, any withdrawal will be partial.'
The US President commended Israel for halting offensive operations, and warned that if Hamas did not work quickly, 'All bets will be off.'
Trump says Hamas is ready for peace, urges Israel to halt Gaza strikes to enable safe hostage release and begin broader Middle East negotiations. Senator Graham: Hamas response is a classic 'yes, but.'
Hamas says it agrees in principle to Trump’s Gaza plan. Hamas official Abu Marzouq says 72-hour hostage handover is unrealistic and full implementation requires detailed negotiations.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt reaffirms Trump’s ultimatum for Hamas to accept his Gaza peace plan by Sunday at 6:00 p.m.: If they don't, the consequences are going to be very tragic.
Hamas intends to deliver its response to Trump's plan to end the war, which will include objections to some of its conditions.
Arrest of German terror cell made possible thanks to close intelligence cooperation between Mossad and German security agencies, Israeli agency says.
Mohammed Nazal, member of Hamas' political bureau, says terror group is seeking 'gray areas' in ceasefire plan, will soon announce decision.
Izz ad-Din al-Haddad believes the 21-point plan is designed to end the rule of Hamas in Gaza and therefore the fighting must continue, the BBC reports.
Held hostage by Hamas for 484 days, Keith Siegel now fights for those still captive. In an interview with WCCO Minnesota, he says: “I’m alive. I’m standing. It’s proof that it can be done.”
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt reaffirms President Trump’s 3-4 day deadline for Hamas to respond to his Gaza peace plan.
Sirens pierce Yom Kippur night in Ashdod as Hamas fires five rockets from Gaza. Four intercepted, one lands in open terrain. No injuries reported.
German authorities arrest three Hamas members in Berlin suspected of planning attacks on Jewish institutions. Weapons including an AK-47 seized during the raid.
Four Nahal fighters were sentenced to ten days in prison after refusing to drive an unprotected Hummer on a dangerous route in Gaza in broad daylight, 'We were going to be like ducks in a shooting range.'
Commando Brigade troops have been operating in recent days in the heart of Gaza City, locating large quantities of combat equipment and continuing to kill Hamas forces.
How Hamas weaponized progressive discourse to generate the highest wave of Jew-Hatred since the Holocaust and What Needs to Be Done to Fight It Effectively.
Sen. Lindsey Graham says Hamas must accept Trump’s Gaza peace plan or face consequences, urging Qatar to expel Hamas leaders if they reject the deal Israel has already endorsed.
Reserve fighters of the Yiftach Brigade identified and destroyed a hidden site prepared to target IDF forces with no IDF casualties reported.
Former Shin Bet head says: 'As someone who has known Hamas since its founding, I have difficulty seeing the terrorist organization adopting the plan.'
US President lays out timetable for Hamas to respond to his 20-point peace plan, warns it will be a 'very sad end' if Hamas does not agree.
Hamas and other Palestinian factions leaning toward accepting President Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza and will present their response to Egyptian and Qatari mediators on Wednesday.
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said Israel supports President Trump’s Gaza plan, stressing that Hamas is solely responsible for prolonging the war and the suffering it caused.
Official documents found in Gaza indicate a direct link between Hamas and the leadership of the Sumud flotilla.
Houthi and Islamic Jihad leaders denounced President Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan, while Hamas pledged to review it and European powers welcomed its outline.
A relative of Shiri Bibas and her sons files an ICC complaint accusing Iran of genocide for aiding Hamas in the October 7 massacre. The filing seeks arrest warrants for Iran’s top leadership.
