Hamas

Hamas spokesman says returning deceased hostages is 'complex'

Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem blames Israel for 'very great complexities' in returning bodies of deceased hostages.

Hamas begins to regroup

Hamas returns 7,000 security personnel to active service, in an attempt to regain control of areas evacuated by the IDF, BBC report says.

These were Yahya Sinwar's instructions for the October 7 massacre

Israeli intelligence locates document instructing Hamas terrorists to harm IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians, set entire towns on fire, and document their actions, The New York Times reports.

Hostages to be released on Monday - perhaps even Sunday

Under the agreement, living hostages will be returned first, possibly as a single group, and deceased hostages will be returned later.

IDF Spokesman declares: Hamas has been defeated

Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin hailed the redeployment along the 'yellow line' as a milestone, praised soldiers’ bravery, recalled 914 fallen, vowed continued defense, and warned the war is not over.

Netanyahu

'Gaza will be demilitarized - the easy way or the hard way'

In a statement to the nation on the ceasefire, PM Netanyahu says only military and political pressure on Hamas compelled the terror group to release all of the hostages.

'Comprehensive End of the War’

Document outlining Israel-Hamas agreement revealed

Document agreed upon between Israel and Hamas outlining Trump’s Gaza peace plan: IDF withdrawal, full aid entry, and hostage release within 72 hours, coordinated by a multinational task force.

The last elimination before the ceasefire?

At least four Hamas terrorists were killed in a strike in Gaza City, and dozens more were trapped under the rubble of the collapsed building.

Ben Gvir

'If Hamas is not dismantled, we'll dismantle the government'

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.

Khalil al-Hayya

'Hamas received guarantees from US on end of war'

Hamas leader says the terror group received guarantees from America and the mediators that the hostage deal will end the war.

Hamas demanding release of major archterrorists in hostage deal

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.

IDF to significantly withdraw from Khan Yunis in southern Gaza

Amended maps for Gaza deal include significant IDF withdrawal in Khan Yunis and southern Gaza, as per Hamas' request.

Caroline Glick:

What have we learned from this war?

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.

No ceremonies, within 72 hours:

How the hostage deal will unfold

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.

Report:

Israel estimates Hamas cannot locate all hostages

Officials hope a deal on the first phase of the Trump plan to end the war can be reached by Friday.

Footage revealed from captivity of Nepali hostage held by Hamas

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.

Israeli official

'Progress in talks on deal, direction positive'

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 demanding Nukhba terrorists' release in ceasefire deal

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 apologizes for calling October 7 Massacre an 'escalation'

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.

Two years after massacre:

Be'eri resident finds terrorist's phone in her demolished home

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.

Two IDF soldiers seriously injured in Khan Yunis

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 has demands that contradict the Trump peace plan

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.

Trump:

'Hamas agreeing to important things, Gaza peace within reach'

President Trump voices optimism for a Gaza peace deal, praising Israel and noting Hamas progress, while denying reports of tension with Netanyahu.

Report:

Netanyahu orders firm line in Egypt talks with Hamas

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.

Ceasefire and hostage deal

Israel-Hamas talks begin in Egypt

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.

These are the terrorists that Hamas is demanding Israel release

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.

Diaspora Ministry reveals:

The October 7th Files

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.

'You will never stand alone'

US Ambassador to Israel marks two years since October 7 massacre

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.

MK Avi Maoz:

'Mixed feelings about hostage deal'

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:

'Talks are positive, first phase should be completed this week'

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.”

Foreign Minister Sa'ar: 'I don't trust Hamas, I trust Trump'

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.

The mistake helping the IDF locate targets

Hamas's security forces says that Hamas operatives using mobile phones help Israeli intelligence pinpoint their exact locations for strikes.

Report:

Hamas has begun locating the bodies of deceased hostages

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.

Trump:

Hamas faces 'complete obliteration' if ceasefire plan rejected

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

'If Hamas refuses deal, Israel will intensify attacks'

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.

Jack Engelhard:

President Trump’s perfect world

Some of us, those of us who do not live in Trump’s perfect world, remain far more skeptical overall. Opinion.

Maj. Gen. Cheyney Marom

'It will be hard for Hamas to say no'

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.

Cairo Talks

Khalil al-Hayya to lead Hamas negotiation delegation

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.

Minister Chikli

'Current peace talks the result of Gaza City operation'

Hamas reportedly has 'reservations' about the map detailing the withdrawal of Israeli forces under the Trump peace plan.

Hezbollah:

'US Gaza plan aims to advance Israel’s agenda'

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.

Ben Gvir opposes deal: We will not accept Hamas

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.

After elimination attempt

Senior Hamas official makes first TV appearance

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.

Revealed:

Hamas weapons tunnel beneath hospital complex in Gaza City

IDF and ISA reveal: Underground tunnel route was located adjacent to the Jordanian Hospital in Gaza City, within it a weapons manufacturing workshop.

Senior diplomatic source:

IDF remaining in Gaza, this isn't a ceasefire

Negotiations with Hamas to continue only following hostages' release, senior source says. 'IDF remains in Gaza, any withdrawal will be partial.'

Trump:

'Hamas must move quickly'

The US President commended Israel for halting offensive operations, and warned that if Hamas did not work quickly, 'All bets will be off.'

Trump:

'Hamas is ready for peace, Israel must stop bombing Gaza'

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.'

Trump plan:

Hamas willing to free hostages, but seeks talks on the rest

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:

'Hamas will face grave consequences if it doesn’t accept deal'

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:

'We will hold worldwide protests over the weekend'

Hamas intends to deliver its response to Trump's plan to end the war, which will include objections to some of its conditions.

Mossad assisted in foiling Hamas terror cell in Germany

Arrest of German terror cell made possible thanks to close intelligence cooperation between Mossad and German security agencies, Israeli agency says.

Hamas official: Hamas 'not rejecting Trump plan outright'

Mohammed Nazal, member of Hamas' political bureau, says terror group is seeking 'gray areas' in ceasefire plan, will soon announce decision.

Report

Hamas Gaza leader opposes Trump peace plan

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.

Captivity survivor Keith Siegel:

'I want people to know the atrocities'

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 reaffirms:

'Hamas has 3-4 days to respond to Trump'

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt reaffirms President Trump’s 3-4 day deadline for Hamas to respond to his Gaza peace plan.

Rocket fire disrupts Yom Kippur silence in Ashdod

Sirens pierce Yom Kippur night in Ashdod as Hamas fires five rockets from Gaza. Four intercepted, one lands in open terrain. No injuries reported.

Germany arrests Hamas cell plotting attacks on Jews

German authorities arrest three Hamas members in Berlin suspected of planning attacks on Jewish institutions. Weapons including an AK-47 seized during the raid.

Soldiers refused to drive in unprotected vehicle, sent to prison

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.'

Watch:

Israeli commandos seize a large Hamas supply cache

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.

The playbook for fighting antisemism in America, Part II

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.

Graham:

'The ball is in Hamas’ court, I hope they choose wisely'

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.