Speaking to Israeli reporters in New York, Trump's Middle East envoy comments on release of four female soldiers from Hamas captivity: I had a lot of tears, reflecting on my own son who I lost. It felt solemn, but really worthy.
Prime Minister's Office confirms Qatar's announcement that there will be two hostage releases this week, in exchange for the opening of the Netzarim Corridor.
Ahlam Ahmad Al. Tamimi, Ahmad Obeid, Mari Abu Saida, and Khalil Jabarin who murdered American citizens all should be extradited and face the full extent of American law. Opinion.
The families of Karina Ariev, Naama Levy, Daniella Gilboa, and Liri Albag expressed their gratitude to President Trump for his crucial role in securing their daughters' freedom.
It was very difficult for the young women to leave their friend Agam Berger and one of them offered to stay behind with her but was refused.
A former guard at Gilboa Prison fears the release of Muhammad Attallah, who sexually assaulted her, in the hostage deal and laments the lack of support she feels from the state.
Diplomatic source states Netanyahu is adamant on the decision not to allow Gazans to move north at Netzarim, until the return of hostage Arbel Yehud is resolved.
Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher were released from the hospital today, exactly one week after they were released by their Hamas captors following more than 15 months as hostages.
Etty Schwartz, the aunt of Daniella Gilboa, who was released from Hamas captivity yesterday, speaks about her excitement to return home and the injuries she has sustained since the war began.
Daniella Gilboa's father said a prayer of gratitude in front of the holy ark for return of his daughter.
Source says 'cynical and cruel' Hamas is 'not the same organization it was on October 7.'
Despite orders to prevent celebrations of the release of terrorists, parades broke out in eastern Jerusalem and Jenin.
Adi Alexander, the father of New Jersey native Idan Alexander, tells the New York Post he strongly believes President Trump will do what is necessary to bring his son home after over 470 days in captivity.
Despite committing to provide a list by Saturday night, Hamas has not yet reported to Israel on the status of the remaining hostages.
State Department welcomes release of IDF soldiers Liri Albag, Daniella Gilboa, Karina Ariev and Naama Levy, stresses importance of the implementation of the hostage deal between Israel and Hamas.
The Revolutionary Council of the Fatah movement, led by PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas, issues statement describing the terrorists by Israel as "heroes."
After two terrorists refuse offer of release, one is persuaded to board bus to Gaza while the other steadfastly insists on remaining in prison.
Next Saturday, Arbel Yehud, Agam Berger, and Keith Siegel are expected to be released from Hamas captivity. Israeli source clarifies: 'No official list yet.'
Mahmoud Abbas congratulated released terrorist Yasser Abu Bakr, convicted of three murders including that of a 9-month-old baby.
Orit Mark Ettinger, daughter of Rabbi Miki Mark and sister of fallen soldier Pedaya, expresses deep pain at the release of two of the terrorists responsible for her father's murder.
Released hostage Liri Albag thanks her country and the soldiers immediately following her release.
The four newly-released IDF soldiers recounted that there was an elderly hostage who looked after them, ensured they could eat and shower - and was killed in captivity.
The returning hostages stood beaming proudly and waving as they were surrounded by hundreds of terrorists during their release ceremony.
Emily Damari, freed last week in a deal with Hamas, asked if American-Israeli Keith Siegel could be released instead of her, report says.
Hamas publishes footage of Daniella Gilboa, Liri Albag, Naama Levy, and Karina Ariev smiling and 'thanking' the terrorists in Arabic for 'taking good care of them' in captivity, 'for the food, the drinks, and the clothing,' and for 'protection from the attacks.'
200 security prisoners were released today, including 121 serving life sentences. 70 were deported to Egypt, with others returned to Judea, Samaria, and Gaza.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with Shira and Eli Albag, parents of released hostage Liri Albag. Watch.
Senior Israeli officials say they expect Arbel Yehud to be released in the coming days - even before Saturday.
Dr. Lena Koren Feldman, Director of Beilinson Hospital, gave a statement this evening regarding the return of four hostages from Gaza.
White House acknowledges hostages were 'held against their will by Hamas in horrific conditions,' adds: 'Today the world celebrates as President Trump secured the release of four more Israeli hostages.'
IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari says there is great concern over fate of Bibas family. 'Israel expects to receive certainty on the matter.'
Watch the emotional reunion between released hostages Daniella Gilboa, Liri Albag, Naama Levy, and Karina Ariev, as they meet their parents at an initial reception point immediately upon arrival in Israel
Four of the five IDF lookouts kidnapped from the Nahal Oz military post during the October 7 massacre are returned to Israel.
Hamas to release IDF lookouts Liri Albag, Daniella Gilboa, Naama Levy and Karina Ariev, who were kidnapped from their base in Nahal Oz during the Hamas massacre on October 7, 2023. Israel says Hamas violated the agreement, as civilian hostage Arbel Yehud was not included in the list, but will accept the four hostages.
For the first time in 67 weeks, Emily Damari, Doron Steinbrecher, and Romi Gonen - who were freed by Hamas this past Sunday - hold Shabbat dinners together with their families.
Families of the hostages call on Israeli government to complete all phases of the deal, ensure the return of all hostages under the ceasefire agreement with Hamas - until the last captive is home.
Merav Berger, whose daughter Agam was kidnapped on October 7 and is held hostage in Gaza, says she will try to avoid desecrating Shabbat and asks the media to respect her wishes.
Yisrael Beytenu chairman speaks at Democracy Day conference at Reichman University: We must first bring all the hostages back and then no one who participated in the October 7 massacre should die a natural death.
Giant sign with picture of freed hostage Romi Gonen removed from a building in Tel Aviv, in wake of her release from captivity. Romi's grandmother was in attendance.
Trump stresses importance of implementing the hostage deal between Israel and Hamas: If the deal doesn’t hold there will be a lot of problems.
Israeli Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber sent a letter to the young women who were released from Hamas captivity: 'Set your eyes on the future and like a phoenix, you will return to life.'
Netanyahu speaks with the parents of the 3 hostages who were freed on Sunday. Families ask PM not to stop until all remaining hostages are returned.
Yamit Ashkenazi posted a picture with her sister, released hostage Doron Steinbrecher.
Private security contractors from the US and other countries will begin overseeing a checkpoint for vehicles passing between the southern and northern Gaza Strip as part of the ceasefire agreement.
Security source responds to release of Gilboa prison break mastermind in Hamas ceasefire deal, warns Jenin operation 'will not end soon.'
Deborah Leshem, grandmother of Romi Gonen who was released from Hamas captivity, shares her feelings about reuniting with her granddaughter.
Shai Elbag, sister of Liri, who was kidnapped on October 7 from Nahal Oz, shared her feelings ahead of her sister's expected return from captivity.
While Hamas is supposed to notify Israel on Friday which hostages will be released on Saturday, Israel is demanding that the 29-year-old Arbel Yehud be one of them.
Steve Witkoff tells Fox News he and the rest of the Trump team had nothing to do with the "mathematics" of the hostage deal, which was worked out by the Biden Administration many months ago.
Bassem Naim, senior Hamas leader, claims Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's 'surrender' to Hamas demands for ceasefire caused by internal pressure on Israeli government.
Turkey cut off trade ties with Israel last year in response to its conflict against Hamas in Gaza. Relations between the two countries have been strained as President Erdogan has continued to lash out at Israel.
Romi Gonen, who was freed after 471 days in Hamas captivity, posts her first story on Instagram: I wanted to stop and say thank you to the people of Israel, family and friends.
US President says Biden's "weakness" allowed the October 7 massacre to happen. "Six months ago, you would have had 11 more living hostages. But Biden couldn't get it done."
As part of ceasefire agreement, Egypt will take part in establishing the security inspection mechanism for those who cross the Netzarim Corridor.
President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House on Monday he’s not confident that Israel’s cease-fire deal with the Hamas terrorist group will hold through all three phases.
Israeli President gives interview at World Economic Forum, says there is 'potential' for ceasefire deal to last through all 3 stages and the Iranian threat will be at the top of Trump's agenda.
The National Digital Center in Sderot reports that the hostage deal between Israel and Hamas has led to a new wave of hate speech and antisemitism on social media.
MK Ayman Odeh says that while it is unfortunate that people were hurt by the comparison between the hostages and the terrorists being released in the deal, 'I see and feel the suffering of two peoples.'
Hamas issues official statement, announces that the next phase of the hostage release will be on Saturday, not Sunday as had been reported earlier.
MK Boaz Bismuth speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News about the hostage release deal and the return of US President Donald Trump to office: I think Trump's return is very good news, not only for Israel, but for America and for the world.
