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.
US President meets freed hostages as well as families of hostages still being held by Hamas in Gaza during victory celebration in Washington: It should have never happened.
The three hostages who were freed on Sunday were held in several hiding places, some of the time together and some of the time separated. They were held underground and in an apartment in Gaza City, among other places.
Eytan Fuld shares his feelings as the terrorist who murdered his brother is scheduled to be released as part of the hostage deal and sends a message to Hamas: 'You will not rejoice from this release, Israel will win.'
The families of Emily Damari, Doron Steinbrecher, and Romi Gonen, who were released from captivity last night, gave their first public statement at Sheba Medical Center and thanked President Trump for his efforts in securing the release of their loved ones.
Steven Witkoff, US President Donald Trump's Special Envoy to the Middle East, describes how he and President Trump felt when they saw the first images of the 3 hostages meeting their families after they were freed yesterday.
Following the demand of the Religious Zionism party, cabinet ministers discussed a proposal that stated that the war would be renewed "if an additional hostage release plan is not approved."
Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher were able to hug their mothers for the first time in 15 months after they were freed from their Hamas captors.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar met with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani and took the opportunity to congratulate President Trump on his inauguration.
The staff at the Pediatric ICU at Wolfson Medical Center excitingly removed the poster calling for the release of Romi Gonen.
After reaching 6-week ceasefire deal, terrorist organization vows to rebuild Gaza and continue its campaign to destroy the Jewish State.
IDF publishes the remarks of the Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, during the helicopter takeoff in preparation for receiving the hostages who were released yesterday.
Resigning Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stressing importance of sticking to ceasefire deal, calls for release of remaining hostages.
MK Tzvika Foghel speaks about his party's decision to quit the government, stresses that he 'did not join politics for embraces, support, or jobs.'
Rabbi Yaakov Medan, dean of the Har Etzion Yeshiva, expresses support for Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's decision on ceasefire deal with Hamas. 'I oppose the deal but I'm not sure there was another alternative.'
Republican Senator Tom Cotton defends Israel, saying deal with Hamas is bad: 'We shouldn't negotiate with terrorists, or ask Israel or any other country to negotiate with terrorists.'
Emily Damari, released Sunday night from Hamas captivity, pens moving first social media post: 'You've shattered my heart from emotion. I've come back to life, my loved ones.'
Following the release of Romi, Emily, and Doron, 94 hostages, living and dead, remain in Gaza; 30 will be released in the next 41 days.
Jerusalem Minister Meir Porush urges security reinforcements for Jerusalem similar to steps taken in Judea and Samaria, warns release of convicted terrorists places millions at risk.
The Left’s missteps shaped Israel’s struggles. It has consistently left reality behind and led the Jewish people to multiple disasters. Opinion.
Palestinian Authority says that it will strictly enforce Hamas' attempts to celebrate the release of terrorists. Israel warns: "If you don't enforce, we will act."
Mohammed Ali al-Houthi, senior leader of the Houthi rebels, says the rebels will monitor the implementation of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, and will prepare for future rounds of fighting against Israel.
Head of Samaria Regional Council blasts the release of terrorists to Judea and Samaria: We warned and cried out not to release terrorists to Judea and Samaria and not to stop the war.
Israel frees 90 terrorists in exchange for the three hostages who were freed from Hamas captivity. 78 of the terrorists will be released to the areas of Judea and Samaria, and 12 to eastern Jerusalem.
US President-elect comments on hostage deal at rally in Washington, DC: This agreement could only have happened as a result of our historic victory in November.
Steve Witkoff, Trump’s Special Envoy to the Middle East, speaks at victory rally for Trump, ahead of his inauguration: The President was responsible for this release, and we all owe him a debt of gratitude, as do all the families.
Yizhar Lifshitz, whose father was kidnapped by Hamas, and Dani Miran, whose son is being held captive in Gaza, speak to Arutz Sheva at Hostages Square about their feelings on the day three women were released.
Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher reunited with their loved ones at Sheba Medical Center after 471 days in Hamas captivity.
Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher have returned to Israel after more than 470 days in captivity in Gaza.
As they returned them to Israel after holding them hostage for 471 days, Hamas terrorists gave Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher what are being called 'cynical goody bags.'
MK Ayman Odeh compares hostages to terrorists and causes uproar. MK Liberman, 'MK Odeh is the Hamas spokesman in the Knesset. Send him to Gaza.'
Why doesn't Israel adopt the same policy as every other sovereign country, not negotiating with terrorists? Op-ed.
PM speaks to Coordinator for the Hostages and the Missing after IDF receives the three released hostages.
IDF Spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari addressed the press as Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher returned to Israel.
Thousands of Israelis gather at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv as Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher are released from Hamas captivity.
On the last day of his Presidency, President Joe Biden delivered remarks on the ceasefire and hostage deal which came into effect earlier in the day.
President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog prayed for the well being of Romi, Emily, and Doron and for the return of the hostages.
Mike Waltz, Trump's appointed National Security Advisor, says in an interview to CBS: 'Hamas will never rule Gaza.'
Defense Minister Yisrael Katz visits reception point for returning hostages, ahead of the release of Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher from Hamas captivity.
Eitan Gonen, father of Romi who is due to be released from Hamas captivity this evening, and his wife Meital, say the Shehechiyanu blessing for the release of their daughter.
As Hamas frees 3 female hostages, Israel will free 90 terrorists, 30 for each hostage. 78 terrorists will be released into Judea and Samaria, while 12 will be released into eastern Jerusalem.
This is where Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher will be taken first when they are released from their Hamas captors today.
LTG Herzi Halevi meets the soldiers of the Nahal Brigade, says their battlefield accomplishments led to the current hostage and ceasefire deal.
Family members of Romi Gonen confirm she is 1 of the 3 hostages who will be released later today at the beginning of the ceasefire deal.
Itamar Ben-Gvir and the rest of his party's representatives resign from government in protest against the ceasefire deal with Hamas, which they call a "surrender."
Footage from Gaza shows Hamas police officers operating in the areas where Gazan civilians are returning to their homes, despite claims ceasefire has not taken effect.
The start of the ceasefire was delayed by Hamas' failure to provide the names of the hostages who are supposed to be released today by the deadline.
Female prison guards from the Gilboa Prison appeal to Supreme Court, demanding that terrorist Mahmoud Atallah, who raped and sexually assaulted them, be released abroad instead of within Israel.
The ceasefire was supposed to go into effect at 8:30, but did not because Hamas has not provided the names of the hostages who are supposed to be released today.
IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari delivers a statement to the media as the ceasefire was supposed to come into effect and following the recovery of the body of Oron Shaul, a decade after he fell in Operation Protective Edge.
Released hostage Mia Schem on Sunday morning posted on Instagram her excitement about the new ceasefire-prisoner swap deal between Israel and Hamas.
PM says the ceasefire will only go into effect when Hamas fulfills its obligation to provide Israel with the names of the hostages who will be released today.
I badly want to believe that with this deal, there is more than meets the eye and it will end well. Op-ed.
Minister Itamar Ben Gvir speaks about the offers he received from the Prime Minister to convince him to remain in the government despite the hostage deal. Netanyahu's office responds: An absolute lie.
Hamas government announces plan that will be implemented following the ceasefire agreement and the withdrawal of IDF troops.
State Attorney’s Office submits position on the petition filed to the Supreme Court against hostage release deal: The heart goes out to the petitioners and the other families affected by terror, but the petition should be dismissed. Supreme Court rejects the petitions.
Houthi rebels claim responsibility for attack on a US aircraft carrier, issue warning about the “consequences” of any retaliation during the anticipated Gaza ceasefire.
Zvi Zussman, father of Sergeant First Class (res.) Ben Zussman who fell in Gaza, speaks at rally at Hostages’ Square in Tel Aviv: It's time to stop the war without giving up on its goals.
Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar says at Cabinet meeting that the hostage release deal is difficult and that he himself arrested some of the terrorists who will be released, but justifies implementation of the deal by the momentum created.
US President-elect comments to NBC News on ceasefire and hostage release deal, says he told Netanyahu: Just keep doing what you have to do. We want it to end, but to keep doing what has to be done.
