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The perils of a bad deal

We can’t let policy be dictated by the feelings of the families and friends of the hostages. Take the case of Gilad Shalit, for example. Opinion.

Will the Red Cross finally do its job?

The Red Cross will finally visit Hamas hostages. But will the org.that failed in the Holocaust and failed Shalit protect Jews? Op-ed

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Terrorists released in Shalit deal involved in arms smuggling

Two terrorists involved in shipping explosives over the border with Gaza were released in the 2011 prisoner swap.

Ex-PM Olmert: Gilad Shalit deal was 'mistake, showed weakness'

The former Israeli PM reflects on the 10 years since the Shalit deal, saying it "triggered the military confrontations with Hamas."

Reports of breakthrough between Israel and Hamas

No Israeli sources have confirmed the reports as Egypt appears to be mediating between the two sides.

Ten years later: Gilad Shalit talks about his time in captivity

Gilad Shalit tells about his time in Hamas captivity, why it was hard for him to listen to Israeli radio, & when he heard he'd be released.

Watch: Gilad Shalit gets married

Former IDF soldier kidnapped and held captive by Hamas for 5 years before being returned in controversial prisoner swap, married Wednesday.

Hamas: Prisoner exchange floated by Israel a 'mirage'

Hamas spokesman says Netanyahu spreading rumors of upcoming prisoner swap to propel election campaign.

Hamas: We will make another Shalit deal

Hamas leader promises terrorist prisoners that his organization will work to reach a "respectable" exchange deal.

Bereaved families:

'Terrorist released today will murder tomorrow'

Bereaved families set up protest tent in front of Prime Minister's Office demanding no prisoner deal with Hamas: 'Stop this madness.'

Mother of missing KIA soldier demands release of terrorists

Mother of IDF soldier Oron Shaul, who kidnapped and killed by Hamas, demands Israel cave to demand to release jailed terrorists.

Olmert: Shalit deal is a 'crime'

Former PM speaks out against deal which saw Israel release more than 1,000 terrorists in exchanged for abducted soldier.

100 terrorists released in Shalit deal returned to terror

They were tried and sent back to prison to serve out original sentences, as were over 50 more for violating terms of release.

Terrorist released in Shalit deal found with knife near Adam

Suspect claims knife not intended for terror attack and is released.

Bereaved father fears Shalit Deal II

Ron Kerman calls to publish Shamgar Commission conclusions. 'Committee drew clear lines for soldier release deals. Why is it still secret?'

Justice Minister: An opportunity to bring our soldiers home

Justice Minister Shaked says Israel won't release recaptured 'Shalit deal' terrorists as precondition to return of IDF soldiers, civilians.

Hamas lays down conditions for prisoner swap

Hamas sets preconditions for prisoner swap with Israel, promises to force Israel to release convicted terrorists.

Terrorist freed in 'Shalit deal' planned terror attack

Shabak reveals: Freed Shalit-deal terrorist led Hamas terror cell in Judea and Samaria.

Bereaved father:

'Those behind the Shalit deal should stay home'

Bereaved father calls on Netanyahu to cancel Yaron Blum's appointment as coordinator of missing and captive Israelis.

Netanyahu: We understand our moral and human obligation

PM refers at cabinet meeting to appointment of new coordinator for matters regarding captives, who was previously involved in Shalit deal.

'Hamas listens to Israelis'

Leftist MK says Shalit deal taught Israel not to free terrorists,

'We cannot play into the hands of Hamas'

Hamas says Israel is negotiating for release of soldiers, Goldin family says no official news, pushes gov't to turn the tables on Hamas.

Three 'Shalit deal' terrorists arrested

Border Police arrest six terrorists, including three 'Shalit deal' terrorists.

Senior Hamas terrorist eliminated in Gaza

Hamas terrorist Mazen Faqha, who was freed by Israel in Shalit deal, shot dead in Gaza. Hamas, Islamic Jihad blame Israel.

The question an MK asked a grieving father

Father of victim of terrorist attack recalls callousness of MK following his son's death.

Bereaved father: We warned you this would happen

Bereaved father whose daughter was murdered in a suicide attack laments appointment of terrorist freed in Shalit deal to Hamas leadership.

Arab lawyers delivered messages to Hamas

Mudahat Issawi and sister Shirin sentenced to prison for passing on messages from Hamas detainees to affect Shalit exchange.

Haniyeh Demands Release of 54 Terrorists

Hamas leader demands release of terrorists rearrested since Shalit deal in order to start talks to free Israeli civilian captives.

Exclusive interview

Terror Victim Advocate Warns Shalit Campaign is Back

Meir Indor of Almagor warns that journalistic and political sources who forced Israel into release of 1,027 terrorists are surfacing again.

Hamas Reiterates Demands for Talks on Kidnapped Israelis

Senior Hamas official Mahmoud al-Zahar says as far as he is concerned the matter is 'closed' until Israeli frees dozens of terrorists.

'Even as Foreign Minister No One Told Me About Hamas Captives'

MK says although he was Foreign Minister and Cabinet member, he only learned of the case from the media.

Terrorist: We'll Continue Until Our Entire Land is Liberated

Terrorist who was freed in the Shalit deal urges Palestinians to continue fighting.

Israel Reportedly Asked Europe to Get Back IDF War Dead

Arabic media says Israel asked for European mediation to return bodies of Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul from Hamas.

Nobel Winning Prof.: Left is Right to Criticize Netanyahu

Prof. Aumann tells Arutz Sheva Netanyahu should reflect long and hard over Shalit deal, Judea-Samaria demolition; urges polling overhaul.

Terrorist Axe Murderer to Remain in Prison

Terrorist convicted of murdering 19 year-old IDF soldier in 1994 to remain in prison for being linked with Hamas officials after release.

Nazareth Court Keeps Terrorists in Prison

Terrorists released during Shalit deal kept incarcerated after review of appeals.

Jerusalem: Shalit Deal Terrorist Arrested for Stirring Up Riots

Clashes continue overnight in the capital, with key arrest revealing the role of released terrorists in ongoing Jerusalem violence.

Hamas Says Terror Swap With Israel 'Very Soon'

Hamas terrorist from Jerusalem says 'good omens' coming - hundreds of jailed terrorists freed for fallen IDF soldiers.

'Shalit Deal 2'?

Hamas Says Prisoner Swap Deal with Israel is Imminent

Hamas official reveals Egypt said 'Shalit Deal 2' talks for IDF fallen to start soon separate from truce talks; Gaza prepares to celebrate.

'The Justice Ministry is Harming Terror Victims'

Bereaved father of teen murdered by Shalit deal terrorists says ministry refusing to give info on released terrorists.

Released Shalit Terrorist Caught Smuggling Drugs from Jordan

Terrorist returned to crime claims he fled to Jordan in foiled smuggling 'because I thought settlers were chasing me.'

Jailed Terrorists to Hunger-strike During Truce Talks

Re-arrested Shalit deal terrorists to pressure Israel during Cairo talks Tuesday, as Hamas demands their release.

Almagor: Death Penalty for Shalit-Deal Murderers

Prominent terror-victims group calls for the death penalty for murderous Palestinian terrorists. Two-thirds of US states execute murderers.

6 Recaptured Terrorists to be Returned to Prison

Special pardons commission orders that six recaptured terrorists from the Shalit deal serve their full sentence.

Hamas Demands Terrorist Releases to Stop Rockets

Senior Hamas source reveals the group wants re-arrested Shalit deal terrorists freed, and IDF 'ceasefire', to stop rocket barrage.

Home of Policeman's Murderer Demolished

Video shows home of terrorist freed in Shalit deal who murdered Baruch Mizrahi Hy''d demolished, on same day as High Court ruling.

Ignore Our Tears, Hero's Mom Tells Leaders

Hagit Rhein, mother of Benaya Hy”d, believes that the abduction of three teens is the direct result of policies based on emotions.

AG Requests to Cancel Re-Release of Shalit Terrorists

Requests asks that ten terrorists from Shalit deal re-arrested in recent operations not be freed again after breaching conditions.

Brothers' Keeper: Day Twelve

IDF Raids 120 More Homes Overnight; 1,800 Total Sites Searched

Official says finding kidnapped teens is the primary target, Shalit deal re-arrests will prompt major changes for Hamas.

Search for kidnapped teens: Day 6

Rearrested Shalit Deal Terrorists to have Pardons Revoked

Terrorists pardoned by Israel, released from jail and rearrested will serve the rest of their sentences now.

Changing the rules

IDF Re-Arrests 51 Terrorists Freed in Shalit Deal

About 240 wanted men have been arrested since Operation Brother's Keeper began, and 800 homes searched.

Terrorist Released in Shalit Deal Caught with Knife

Terrorist who was released in the Shalit deal caught with a knife, admits to have planned a stabbing attack.

Hamas Threatens to Kidnap More Soldiers

On the 2nd anniversary of Gilad Shalit's release, Hamas threatens Israel that it will kidnap more soldiers and "continue the resistance."

Revealed: Israel Planned 'Entebbe 2' in Shalit Case

Israel tried to kidnap Hamas’ military commander in Gaza in order to trade him for Gilad Shalit.

New Hamas Leaders: Shalit Deal Terrorists

At least two members of Hamas' top policymaking body are terrorists released in the deal to free Gilad Shalit

Shalit Describes Kidnapping: I Was in Shock

Gilad Shalit speaks about his kidnapping and years in captivity.

Recidivist-Led Hamas Terror Cell Detected in Hevron

Israel security agents have foiled a Hevron terrorist cell led by an operative released in the 2011 Shalit hostage-prisoner swap deal.

Terror Victim's Father: We're Paying the Price of Shalit Deal

Shalom Rachum, whose son Ophir was murdered after being lured to Ramallah, fears Israel will cave in to hunger striking terrorists.

Shalit Deal Re-arrest in Home Burglary Case

A man released in the Shalit deal has been rearrested for robbing a home while father, children were present.

Terrorist Nabbed for Plot to Kill R. Yosef Sues for 'Defamation'

An Arab terrorist who was convicted of plotting to murder former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Ovadia Yosef is suing Arutz Sheva for 'defamation'