Hostages in Gaza

Father of 10/7 hostage:

'I am against any deal that does not include all hostages'

Chaim, father of Inbar Hayman, whose body is held by Hamas in Gaza, spoke to Arutz Sheva and called on PM not to agree to any deal that does not include all hostages.

Hostages and Missing Families Forum

'Demand agreement for return of all hostages'

Representatives of the Hostages and Missing Families Forum met with Prime Minister Netanyahu in Jerusalem. 'We are united in our primary goal - bringing home all the hostages.'

Hostages' families against deal:

'I feel neglected, no one is representing me'

Several of the hostages' families reported they were not allowed to join the hostage families meeting with PM Netanyahu.

Adv. Nitsana Darshan-Leitner:

'Price we're paying for the deal is unbearable. Disaster'

Adv. Nitsana Darshan-Leitner to Arutz Sheva: 'If the Chief of Staff can't collapse Hamas, he should leave and let someone else do the job.'

Republicans in Israel Chair:

'Netanyahu should politely tell Trump 'no''

Republicans in Israel Chairman Marc Zell tells Arutz Sheva that he sees the emerging hostage deal as a larger agreement between the US and Israel, but believes Netanyahu should politely refuse it.

‏Dep. Foreign Minister:

We'll see whether other side is really interested in an agreement

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sharren Haskel discussed the emerging hostage deal and said that 'we will soon see whether the other side is genuinely interested in reaching an agreement.'

'What Katz did was selektion'

Hostages' families attack Defense Minister over emerging deal

Family members of hostages in Gaza disrupted the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee session protesting the emerging deal that will only bring some of the hostages home in its first stage.

Sources in negotiations:

'Hamas changed its position - not Israel'

A source familiar with the negotiations responded to Minister Ben-Gvir's concerns regarding the emerging deal, saying that new pressures had forced Hamas to compromise.

Hostages' families:

No hostage should be left behind

Families of hostages in Gaza gathered outside the Knesset to call for the return of all hostages.

Ben-Gvir to Smotrich:

'Let's leave the government together if deal goes through'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir called on Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to join forces in opposing the emerging hostage deal.

One hundred Rabbis oppose hostage deal

One hundred Rabbis have recently published a joint letter opposing a proposed hostage deal, suggesting it jeopardizes Israeli security.

Hamas official:

Three hostages to be released on first day of deal

A Hamas official told the BBC that Israeli forces will begin withdrawing from populated areas once the first hostages are released, but will remain in a buffer zone.

Trump on hostage deal:

'If they don't get it done, there's going to be a lot of trouble'

US President-elect speaks to Newsmax on the talks for a hostage release deal: I understand there’s been a handshake and they’re getting it finished. It has to take place.

MK Sukkot to Arutz Sheva:

'No chance we'll back a deal that brings us back to October 6'

MK Tzvi Sukkot clarifies in an interview with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News: There is no chance in the world that we will agree to something that brings Israel back to October 6th, and in our understanding, that is what this deal does.

Call on Ben Gvir and Smotrich:

'Leave the government if archterrorists are freed'

Bereaved families write to Ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich, demanding an emergency meeting and calling on them to resign from the government in the wake of the deal that will see the release of terrorists.

The emerging hostage deal:

33 hostages to be released in 1st stage

Source tells Arutz Sheva IDF to remain in the Philadelphi Corridor during 1st stage of 42-day ceasefire, not withdraw until all hostages are released, and hundreds of terrorists will be released in exchange for the hostages.

Biden in farewell speech:

'We're pressing hard, working urgently to close hostage deal'

US President Joe Biden delivered one of his final speeches in office today and stated that there has been progress in the ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas.

Chief Rabbinate to Pope:

'Your actions are not just disappointing but dangerous'

Rabbi Eliezer Simcha Weisz, a member of the Chief Rabbinate Council of Israel, has written an open letter to demand that Pope Francis change his statements regarding the war in Gaza.

'Leave no hostage behind'

A protest against the emerging hostage deal is underway at the entrance to Jerusalem, demanding that the government require Hamas to release all hostages immediately.

Families of hostages:

'Deal betrays hostages who are left behind'

Families of hostages held a press conference at the Knesset, criticizing the emerging deal and demanding that the deal include all the hostages being released together.

Deri:

Shas will support any hostage deal brought for gov. approval

Shas chairman pledges to support deal to free hostages under Jewish commandment to free captives as other members of coalition oppose the deal currently under consideration.

Lapid promises 'safety net' for hostage deal votes

Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid promised Prime Minister Netanyahu political support for a potential hostage deal, emphasizing the importance of bringing hostages back home as a moral imperative.

Coalition members oppose ceasefire deal with Hamas

Ten members of Israel's coalition sent letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging him to oppose the proposed deal with Hamas.

Smotrich against hostage deal:

'A catastrophe for Israel's national security'

'We will not support a surrender deal that includes the release of arch-terrorists, stops the war, and undermines our achievements,' Finance Minister and security cabinet member Bezalel Smotrich says on the emerging hostage deal.

Report:

Details of ceasefire deal finalized, awaiting Hamas' response

Hamas to release 34 'humanitarian' hostages, Gaza to receive increased humanitarian assistance; reports do not mention key issues for Israel's security. Israel denies report.

Report: Israel requesting expanded buffer zone in Gaza

The Israeli delegation to Doha submitted a military plan for every stage in the ceasefire deal, Qatari media reports.

JD Vance:

'Progress in talks driven by Trump’s 'hell to pay' warning'

US Vice President-elect sheds light on Trump’s warning that “all hell will break loose” if hostages aren't freed by January 20: It means enabling the Israelis to knock out the final couple of battalions of Hamas and their leadership.

Sa'ar to British counterpart:

'We want a deal, we'll soon know if Hamas does too'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar hosts British Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The two discuss a number of regional issues, including Iran, Syria, and Lebanon.

Caroline Glick's message to the US:

'Give us the tools and we'll finish the job'

Commentator and author Caroline Glick says she is worried that someone may be 'trying to coerce Israel, in the last week of the Biden administration, to take actions that can undermine any of our war aims.'

Hostage's father:

'Trump knows - barbarians only understand power'

Hostages' families and bereaved families, gathered for a press conference following talk of a deal and the upcoming inauguration of the Trump administration, under the banner, 'Time for Victory.'

NYC:

Hundreds gather to mourn loss of Israeli hostages

Central Park Rally mourns the loss of Youssef and Hamza al-Ziyadne, as Israeli negotiators head to Qatar.

With eight days left in office:

Biden and Netanyahu discuss hostage deal

President Biden discussed the fundamentally changed regional circumstances following the ceasefire deal in Lebanon, the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, and the weakening of Iran’s power in the region.

Jake Sullivan:

'We are very, very close to a hostage deal'

White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan voiced cautious optimism about a deal for the return of the hostages: 'Can we get it done before the 20th? It is possible, but I certainly can't make any predictions.'

Report:

Israel may release 3,000 terrorists in hostage deal

Kadoura Fares, the head of the Palestinian Prisoner Club, says that in the 1st phase of the deal, Israel will free 1,000 terrorists, including 200 serving life sentences, for 25 hostages. Terrorists serving the harshest sentences to be deported.

Orit Strock:

'Hostage deal rewards terror and is a victory for Hamas'

Minister Orit Struck denounced the reports of an emerging deal to release terrorists for hostages.

Netanyahu instructs:

Delegation headed by Mossad chief to head to Qatar

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirms Mossad chief David Barnea will take off for Qatar together with ISA chief Ronen Bar, Maj.-Gen. (Res) Nitzan Alon, to speed up negotiations for ceasefire deal with Hamas.

Families of hostages: 'Historic opportunity must not be missed'

Relatives of hostages urge deal in nationwide rallies, as delegation heads to Qatar.

Hamas official: We're showing great flexibility in negotiations

Ali Baraka, Hamas leader abroad, says terror group agreed to release 34 Israelis in first stage of ceasefire deal, in order to ease path towards comprehensive agreement.

Israeli source confirms:

Progress made in negotiations for ceasefire deal with Hamas

The proposed deal would include a full withdrawal of IDF forces from the Philadelphi Corridor, on the last day of the deal.

Report:

Qatar conveyed 'positive message' from Hamas on hostage deal

Kan 11 News reports Qatar conveyed a positive message to Israel regarding Hamas' intentions to advance negotiations on a hostage release deal. Following the message, Netanyahu held meeting with Defense Minister Israel Katz and the negotiation team.

John Kirby:

'Obstacles from Hamas are preventing a deal'

White House National Security Council spokesperson says a hostage deal can be reached before Biden's term concludes on January 20: It won’t be possible without additional compromise. Hamas are making it difficult.

Hamas:

'Hostages in northern Gaza are considered missing'

A senior official in the Hamas military department said that the hostages who had been held in northern Gaza were now classified as missing due to the IDF operation in the area.

Hostage coordinator:

Deal being discussed includes all hostages

Brig. Gen. Gal Hirsch reassured family members of hostages that the deal being discussed would release all hostages, but the negotiations are currently discussing the first stage of that deal.

Minister Katz to IDF:

Plan the total destruction of Hamas if hostages are not freed

The Minister of Defense instructed the IDF to come up with a plan to completely destroy the terror organization if it does not release the hostages before US President Trump takes office.

IDF and ISA confirm:

Body of hostage Hamza al-Ziyadne positively identified

The IDF and ISA notified the Ziyadne family that Hamza was killed in Hamas captivity after his body was recovered earlier in the week with that of his father, Youssef.

Biden on hostage deal:

'We’re making progress, I’m still hopeful we can have a deal'

US President expresses hope that a ceasefire and hostage release deal can be reached before January 20, when he leaves office: Hamas is the one getting in the way of that right now.

Families of murdered hostages:

'Don't miss this chance! Make deal now to bring everyone home!'

After recovery of Yosef al-Ziyadne's body, family members of the hostages who were murdered by their Hamas captors make joint statement to government demanding a deal to return the remaining hostages be signed immediately.

Is it worth it to negotiate with Hamas about hostages?

Despite intense efforts by international mediators and mounting pressure on all sides, the question remains: is it worth it for Israel to negotiate with Hamas over the release of hostages? Opinion

Rescued hostage Noa Argamani meets US congressmen and senators

Rescued hostage Noa Argamani shares Hamas video with congressmen and senators in Washington, D.C., urges them to make hostages' release a priority.

Grandmother of hostage whose body is held in Gaza passes away

Varda Nehushtan, grandmother of murdered hostage Inbar Hayman whose body is being held by Hamas in Gaza, passes away.

Gal Gadot clarifies:

'I was not forbidden from wearing hostages pin'

Israeli actress issues clarification after her representatives claimed she was not permitted to wear the pin at Golden Globes: Some people chose to tell a story that never happened.

Amb. Danon to Arutz Sheva:

'Trump will give Israel full freedom of action in Gaza'

Israeli Amb. to the UN speaks with Arutz Sheva about Israel's expectations for the incoming Trump Administration and what he believes Trump's threats that Hamas must release the hostages before he takes office mean.

Families of US hostages to attend Trump's inauguration

The families of the 7 US citizens held hostage will meet with Trump Administration officials and Congressmen when they attend the inauguration to discuss the plight of the hostages.

Blinken:

'We're very close to hostage and ceasefire deal'

US Secretary of State says a ceasefire and hostage deal based on plan Biden presented in May is close, ready to be handed off to next administration if not reached in the next 12 days,

2024: The Biden Administration’s wasted year

Instead of putting pressure on Hamas to release all of the hostages immediately, the American government doomed 100 people to continued captivity and torture, and in some cases, death, through idiotic statements and misguided pressure on Israel. Opinion.

IDF recovers body of hostage Youssef al-Ziyadne

The IDF wrote in a statement that the IDF and ISA recovered the body of Youssef al-Ziyadne from a tunnel in the Rafah area. During the recovery operation, the troops found findings connected to Youssef's son, Hamza and there is great concern for his life.

Netanyahu: Reports of six-week ceasefire 'absolutely false'

Claims of six- to eight-week ceasefire in Gaza are 'part of the psychological warfare Hamas is trying to use on hostages' families,' statement from Prime Minister's Office emphasizes.

Hostages' pin:

Was Gal Gadot forbidden to wear the hostages' pin?

Golden Globes denies Gal Gadot was not allowed to wear hostage pin to award ceremony. 'Any report otherwise is 'categorically false'.'

Hostages in Gaza:

Lebanese newspaper reports progress on deal for ceasefire

Lebanese newspaper reports on agreement of 6-8 weeks' ceasefire, during which humanitarian aid will be increased and information on status of hostages provided.

Elon Musk to the rescue - thank God

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