News and updates about Hamas

Report:

Witkoff plans meeting with chief Hamas negotiator

The New York Times reports that US envoy Steve Witkoff plans to meet Hamas’s Khalil al-Hayya, architect of Oct. 7, to discuss Gaza ceasefire, despite Hamas’s terror designation and criticism from Israeli and American officials.

Witkoff plans meeting with chief Hamas negotiator

Body of hostage Meny Godard returned to Israel

Israel receives, via the Red Cross, the coffin of a deceased hostage, identified as Meny Godard from Kibbutz Be'eri.

Body of hostage Meny Godard returned to Israel

Bodycam footage:

Terror attacks thwarted, Hamas cell arrested

In joint operation, security forces thwart terror attacks, arrest 50 terror suspects.

Terror attacks thwarted, Hamas cell arrested

Bennett: Trump plan is Oslo on steroids

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett warns against transferring authority over Gaza to hostile elements, demands public be privy to full text of agreements.

Bennett: Trump plan is Oslo on steroids

Jewish institutions targeted

Germany arrests another suspect in Hamas-linked terror plot

Germany arrests another suspect in a Hamas-linked plot targeting Jewish institutions. The man allegedly smuggled weapons and ammo to a Berlin cell.

Germany arrests another suspect in Hamas-linked terror plot

Israeli officials:

'Hamas holds information on all four deceased hostages'

Officials say Hamas possesses full details on all hostages, including those held by Islamic Jihad: “Pressure must be applied until the last one is returned.”

'Hamas holds information on all four deceased hostages'

Hamas captivity survivors give chilling testimony at the UN

Captivity survivors Keith and Aviva Siegel appeared before the Committee against Torture and Cruel Punishment and gave their testimony about the humiliation, violence and sexual abuse they and other hostages experienced in Hamas captivity.

Hamas captivity survivors give chilling testimony at the UN

Over two years later:

Terrorists' weapons, used during Oct. 7 massacre, found in Be'eri

Over two years after the October 7 massacre, weapons and communications devices used by Hamas terrorists to massacre the community are found in Kibbutz Be'eri's preschool.

Terrorists' weapons, used during Oct. 7 massacre, found in Be'eri

As Hamas violates ceasefire:

Israel opens Zikim Crossing to Gaza aid

Zikim Crossing opens to allow truckloads of humanitarian aid into Gaza, as Hamas continues to violate ceasefire and refuses to return bodies of deceased hostages.

Israel opens Zikim Crossing to Gaza aid

Israel offers:

Hamas terrorists in Rafah tunnels can surrender and be exiled

Israeli source outlines US-brokered plan to resolve Rafah crisis, says terrorists may surrender weapons and agree to exile.

Hamas terrorists in Rafah tunnels can surrender and be exiled

Despite Hamas ties

UNRWA chief: We should have a role in rebuilding Gaza

UNRWA chief calls for central role in Gaza rehab, citing trust and expertise. The agency has been proven to have collaborated with Hamas terrorists.

UNRWA chief: We should have a role in rebuilding Gaza

Israel to seize vessels used in Gaza-bound flotilla

State Prosecutor's Office requests to permanently seize 50 naval vessels used in 'Sumud' flotilla, noting majority are affiliated with the Hamas terror group.

Israel to seize vessels used in Gaza-bound flotilla

Again: Terrorists threaten IDF troops, violating ceasefire

Terrorists approach IDF troops in northern Gaza, are eliminated before causing harm.

Again: Terrorists threaten IDF troops, violating ceasefire

Arab MK leaves interview following question on Hamas' future

MK Mansour Abbas, head of the United Arab List, leaves Kan Bet interview after refusing to answer question on whether Hamas must be disarmed.

Arab MK leaves interview following question on Hamas' future

IDF avoided eliminating Hamas 'assets' with intel on Hadar Goldin

IDF refrained from targeting high-ranking terrorists believed to possess critical information about fallen IDF soldier Hadar Goldin's location, report says.

IDF avoided eliminating Hamas 'assets' with intel on Hadar Goldin

Learning from America:

Israel must stop all negotiations with Hamas

Until Hamas honors every part of the ceasefire agreement, Israel should allow no rebuilding in Gaza, no resettlement, no schools to reopen. Opinion.

Israel must stop all negotiations with Hamas

Watch:

Released hostages return to their favorite football stadium

Gali and Zivi Berman, Hamas hostages who were released after 772 days of captivity, were guests of honor at the Maccabi Tel Aviv game at Bloomfield Stadium. The fans and players welcomed them with emotional cheers.

Released hostages return to their favorite football stadium

Arab source:

Islamic Jihad holding half of remaining hostages' bodies

Palestinian Arab source says Hamas faces difficulties returning all four deceased hostages' bodies, assesses Islamic Jihad may soon capitulate.

Islamic Jihad holding half of remaining hostages' bodies

Houthis threaten:

Renewed attacks on Israel if Gaza ceasefire collapses

Houthis warn they’ll resume missile and drone attacks on Israel if Gaza ceasefire fails.

Renewed attacks on Israel if Gaza ceasefire collapses

Senator Graham:

Disarmament of Hamas key to Gaza rebuilding

In an interview with Sky News Arabia, Senator Lindsey Graham says Gaza's rebuilding, regional normalization, and lasting peace hinge on Hamas disarmament.

Disarmament of Hamas key to Gaza rebuilding

MK Amit Halevi

'Hamas lies about Hadar Goldin - Israel’s response moral failure'

Likud MK sharply criticizes Israel's handling of the negotiations over the return of Hadar Goldin's body.

'Hamas lies about Hadar Goldin - Israel’s response moral failure'

After Hamas video release:

Uncertainty surrounds return of Lt. Hadar Goldin’s body

Hours after Hamas claimed to have located the body of killed and kidnapped IDF officer Lt. Hadar Goldin in Rafah, the terrorist organization announces it plans to return Goldin's body at 2pm.

Uncertainty surrounds return of Lt. Hadar Goldin’s body

Terrorists approach IDF troops in Gaza despite ceasefire

IDF troops operating in both northern and southern Gaza face threats from terrorists despite ceasefire, act quickly to eliminate threat.

Terrorists approach IDF troops in Gaza despite ceasefire

Hamas claims to have found body of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin

Hamas source tells Al Jazeera that the body of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, killed and abducted in 2014, has been found near Rafah.

Hamas claims to have found body of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin

Rom Braslavski:

'They tortured me because I’m Jewish'

Captivity survivor Rom Braslavski recounts the severe abuse he endured in captivity and clarifies: “Not because of Ben Gvir or Netanyahu - they tortured me because I’m Jewish.”

'They tortured me because I’m Jewish'

Trump:

'Peace is working, Hamas faces big problem if it misbehaves'

President Trump says an international force will arrive in Gaza “very soon,” calling it “strong peace.” He warns Hamas of severe consequences if it fails to comply: “They’ve got a big problem.”

'Peace is working, Hamas faces big problem if it misbehaves'

Security Cabinet discussion:

IDF Chief opposes deporting Rafah terrorists

Security Cabinet convenes to discuss developments across the combat zones. Chief of Staff Zamir on “trapped” Rafah terrorists: They should be killed, not deported.

IDF Chief opposes deporting Rafah terrorists

Turkey coordinating its position with Hamas leadership

Turkish military intelligence head meets Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya, discussing next stages in Gaza ceasefire.

Turkey coordinating its position with Hamas leadership

Egypt official:

Trump plan calls for disarming Hamas or 'freezing' its weapons

Egypt's public diplomacy chief, Diaa Rashwan, warns international force will face 'big problem' disarming Hamas, says it could lead to clashes and gunfights.

Trump plan calls for disarming Hamas or 'freezing' its weapons

Minister Avi Dichter:

'Ceasefire is only a pause - Hamas will be dismantled by force'

Minister Avi Dichter says the ceasefire is intended solely to prepare for dismantling Hamas - and can be ended at any moment.

'Ceasefire is only a pause - Hamas will be dismantled by force'

‘The Troll’ eliminated: Former hostage responds

Segev Kalfon reacts to the elimination of the terrorist known as “The Troll,” who held him captive during his time in Hamas captivity. “A bullet that kills a terrorist doesn’t close the story.”

‘The Troll’ eliminated: Former hostage responds

Coffin said to be holding deceased hostage crosses into Israel

The IDF and Shin Bet announced that a coffin said to be carrying a deceased hostage, escorted by IDF troops, crossed the border into the State of Israel.

Coffin said to be holding deceased hostage crosses into Israel

'To crush my dignity'

Captivity survivor reveals sexual abuse by Hamas captors

Rom Braslavski, who survived 2 years in Hamas's clutches, describes for the first time the physical, mental, and sexual abuse his captors inflicted on him.

Captivity survivor reveals sexual abuse by Hamas captors

Cynical exploitation:

Hamas weapons depot located in the heart of a Gaza neighborhood

IDF troops from the 252nd Division found a Hamas weapons depot in Shuja’iyya, east of the yellow line, exposing rockets and explosives hidden among civilians.

Hamas weapons depot located in the heart of a Gaza neighborhood

IDF confirms:

Terrorist who held six Israeli hostages eliminated

Zaid al-Hadi who held Bar Kuperstein, Ohad Ben Ami, Maxim Herkin, Elkana Bohbot, Segev Kalfon, and Yosef-Haim Ohana in captivity, was eliminated after Hamas violated the ceasefire.

Terrorist who held six Israeli hostages eliminated

Body of murdered hostage Sgt. Itay Chen returned to Israel

Prime Minister’s Office announces that the body of abducted fallen soldier Sergeant Itay Chen has been returned to Israel. Hamas continues to hold the bodies of seven murdered hostages.

Body of murdered hostage Sgt. Itay Chen returned to Israel

The genocide lie:

What is really happening in Gaza

Repeating a falsehood again and again may cause people to believe it, but it doesn’t make it true. Opinion.

What is really happening in Gaza

Chief of Staff

'No terrorist will leave Gaza until Hadar Goldin is returned'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir delivers a firm message to the political echelon on the terrorists who are still in the Rafah area.

'No terrorist will leave Gaza until Hadar Goldin is returned'

IDF uncovered terror tunnel and Hamas launchers and rockets

IDF uncovered a terror tunnel spanning hundreds of meters long and a Hamas compound containing launchers and rockets.

IDF uncovered terror tunnel and Hamas launchers and rockets

Hamas:

Body of murdered Israeli civilian to be returned tonight

The bodies of eight hostages continue to be held in Gaza.

Body of murdered Israeli civilian to be returned tonight

Senior Analyst:

'Hamas would see immunity while still in Gaza as insurance'

Arab affairs expert Zvi Yehezkeli reviews the error inherent in the decision to allow free passage to Hamas forces trapped outside the yellow line.

'Hamas would see immunity while still in Gaza as insurance'

Defends Hamas

Erdogan accuses Israel of truce violations

Turkish President accuses Israel of violating the Gaza truce and calls for Arab-led reconstruction of the Strip. Hamas has breached the ceasefire multiple times.

Erdogan accuses Israel of truce violations

Report:

UN probe dismissed Israeli evidence linking UNRWA staff to Hamas

UN investigation deemed Israeli intelligence on UNRWA-Hamas ties credible but inadequate, prompting criticism and calls for stronger oversight.

UN probe dismissed Israeli evidence linking UNRWA staff to Hamas

How Red Cross and Hamas are working to recover hostage bodies

Hamas has formed special teams to locate and guard the bodies of slain Israeli hostages in Gaza, reportedly working with the Red Cross and Egyptian crews near the Yellow Line.

How Red Cross and Hamas are working to recover hostage bodies

Following pressure:

Netanyahu backtracks, won't send 200 terrorists from Rafah

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu won't allow Hamas terrorists safe passage, stands firm in insistence on disarming Hamas, demilitarizing the Gaza Strip, source says.

Netanyahu backtracks, won't send 200 terrorists from Rafah

Despite ceasefire agreement:

Hamas terrorists attempt attack on IDF soldiers

Ignoring US-brokered ceasefire, terrorists advance towards IDF troops in southern Gaza; IDF acts to neutralize threat.

Hamas terrorists attempt attack on IDF soldiers

Israel to allow hundreds of terrorists to rejoin Hamas

Hundreds of terrorists in Rafah area, responsible for deaths of IDF soldiers, expected to receive permission to return to Hamas-controlled areas of Gaza.

Israel to allow hundreds of terrorists to rejoin Hamas

Three bodies of hostages returned

Bodies of three hostages identified

Israel receives coffins of three deceased hostages which were taken to the National Center for Forensic Medicine and identified as Omer Neutra, Asaf Hamami and Oz Daniel.

Bodies of three hostages identified

Merz speaks to Netanyahu

'Ceasefire must hold, hostage remains must be returned'

German Chancellor Merz speaks to Prime Minister Netanyahu, urges Hamas to return the remains of hostages and uphold the Gaza ceasefire.

'Ceasefire must hold, hostage remains must be returned'

IDF:

Hamas used British war cemetery in Gaza to hide weapons

Following the destruction of a tunnel beneath the Commonwealth Gaza War Cemetery, burial site of hundreds of British soldiers, the IDF exposed Hamas's use of sacred ground to conceal weapons and shield its operations from Israeli strikes.

Hamas used British war cemetery in Gaza to hide weapons

A timed move?

Hamas demands evacuation of trapped terrorists in Rafah

Hamas demands the evacuation of hundreds of terrorists trapped in the Rafah area, shortly after it claimed to have found the bodies of three Israeli hostages, including Colonel Asaf Hamami, raising speculation that the timing was meant to pressure Israel.

Hamas demands evacuation of trapped terrorists in Rafah

PM:

We inform US, don’t seek approval for security moves

Netanyahu rejected claims Israel is a US protectorate, called the Sde Teiman leak Israel’s public relations attack, and vowed to disarm Hamas and deter Hezbollah and the Houthis.

We inform US, don’t seek approval for security moves

Poll:

Support for Hamas continues to grow among Palestinian Arabs

80% of Palestinian Arabs seek to oust PA Chairman Abbas, while a growing number want Hamas in charge.

Support for Hamas continues to grow among Palestinian Arabs

US footage shows: Hamas operatives loot humanitarian aid truck

US CENTCOM publishes footage of Hamas suspects assaulting the driver of a humanitarian aid truck before making off with both the contents and the truck itself.

US footage shows: Hamas operatives loot humanitarian aid truck

Hamas demanding heavy equipment to retrieve hostages' bodies

Hamas announces willingness to search for hostages' remains in IDF-controlled territory, demands heavy equipment.

Hamas demanding heavy equipment to retrieve hostages' bodies

Israeli source:

Remains transferred Friday not of Israeli hostages

Israel says remains of three bodies transferred Friday not a match for any hostages; Hamas shifts blame to Israel.

Remains transferred Friday not of Israeli hostages

Red Cross transfers three bodies to Israel

Red Cross transfers three bodies from Gaza to Israel for identification amid reports that Hamas may send remains not clearly linked to hostages.

Red Cross transfers three bodies to Israel

Turkey pushes for Gaza deployment

Turkey’s Ministry of Defense claims Ankara is a key partner in the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, and is advancing efforts to establish an international peacekeeping force in Gaza as part of the agreement’s second phase.

Turkey pushes for Gaza deployment

New details on rescue operation in which Sahar Baruch was killed

As Sahar Baruch’s body is returned to Israel under the terms of the agreement, new details surface about the failed rescue operation. A military probe has not determined whether he was killed by Hamas or IDF fire.

New details on rescue operation in which Sahar Baruch was killed

Maxim Herkin reveals: This is how Hamas’s videos were staged

In an interview with the program "Uvda", Maxim Herkin reveals that the Hamas videos in which he appeared were staged, using tomato paste, sand, and bandages. “If you want to get out of here - cooperate with us,” he was told.

Maxim Herkin reveals: This is how Hamas’s videos were staged