![]() Report: State offered terrorist release for bodiesIsrael offered to release Hamas terrorists for bodies of Oron Shaul and Hadar Goldin last year, senior source says - but Hamas rejected it.![]() Haniyeh Demands Release of 54 TerroristsHamas leader demands release of terrorists rearrested since Shalit deal in order to start talks to free Israeli civilian captives.![]() For Hamas, Civilians, Soldiers Two Separate IssuesCounterterrorism expert explains why the price for soldiers' bodies will be higher, offers a means for Israel to reciprocate pressure.![]() Bennett: Dadon's Murderer the Same as IranBoth wanted to kill Jews for being Jews, Bennett stresses at memorial service, and Israel must say 'no' to both.![]() Hamas Toughens Conditions for Releasing BodiesHamas demands release of terrorists from 2014 deal, 63 terrorists rearrested since 2011 for bodies of Hadar Goldin, Oron Shaul.![]() Nazareth Court Keeps Terrorists in PrisonTerrorists released during Shalit deal kept incarcerated after review of appeals.![]() Almagor Demands Ban On Burying TerroristsTerror victims' association slams government for 'focusing more on viral videos' than terror.![]() Report: Har Nof Terrorist Worked Next to SynagogueTerrorists unofficially identified as cousins Uday and Rassan Abu Jamal - one of whom worked in store meters from the massacre site.![]() 'From Now On, Terrorists Will Die in Prison'Jewish Home Chairman lauds 'life without parole' bill approval, saying 'Israel's security policy is returning to sanity.'![]() Knesset Approves 'Life Without Parole' BillBill to prevent more terrorist releases passes after months of controversy; law limits 'prisoner swap' releases.![]() Report: Israel, Hamas Close to Terrorist Swap DealHamas official boasts of 'bargaining chip' ahead on Facebook page. Israeli officials mum.![]() Investigation into Bowe Bergdahl Abduction BeginsUS Army investigates whether or not controversial US captive deserted to join the Taliban.![]() Bill: Released Terrorists to Return to PrisonMKs from across the political spectrum unite to sign bill, which was approved for first reading.![]() Bill Blocking Terrorists' Benefits Passes ReadingsLandmark initiative to begin removing incentives for terrorist prisoners and 'gestures' to the PA advances in Knesset.![]() Even PA Blames Terrorist Releases for KidnappingTerrorist releases 'show kidnappers that Israel can be blackmailed,' PA official acknowledges. But how sincere is the condemnation?![]() No More Terrorist Releases After Kidnapping?Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman states 'no tolerance' policy toward terrorist releases as IDF search for missing students continues.![]() 'Life Without Parole' Bill Passes Prelim. ReadingBill to prevent terrorist releases from becoming the norm passes first major hurdle after series of setbacks.![]() 'Life Without Parole Bill' ApprovedEconomics Minister Naftali Bennett posts victory on Facebook shortly after bill passes vote, praises 'end to 'murder deal' only in Israel.'![]() Taliban Welcomes 'Victory' After US ExchangeTaliban leader issues rare public statement congratulating Islamists over US terrorist release; Afghan government livid over the swap.![]() Terrorist Pardon Bill Moves to Security CabinetPrime Minister decides to have the inner cabinet discuss proposed law along with Shamgar Commitee report on prisoner releases.![]() Terrorist Released in Tannenbaum Deal KilledA terrorist released by Israel in the deal to return Elhanan Tannenbaum has been killed fighting in Syria.![]() Abbas: PLO to Stop Applying to UN OrganizationsIn abrupt about-face, Abbas insists unity government to be forced to recognize Israel - and that the PA will stop int'l legitimacy campaign.![]() Terrorist To Be Deported Back to Israel?Palestinian Arab woman convicted of involvement in 1969 terror attack has been in hiding in Chicago - until now.![]() Bill: Pardon Terrorists Only After CompensationKnesset approves preliminary reading of bill which states that terrorists will only be released after they pay compensation.![]() Jewish Home Fights Back, Appeals Yesh Atid's LawsJewish Home appeals four laws proposed by Yesh Atid, a day after Minister Perry blocked "life sentence for terrorists" bill.![]() FM Urges Knesset to Make Decision on PA PolicyLiberman slams wishy-washiness in Israeli policy toward terrorist releases after last-minute rejection of landmark bill.![]() Minister Kills 'Life Sentence for Terrorists' BillYaakov Perry files appeal against bill enforcing life sentences for terrorist prisoners. Jewish Home outraged.![]() Minister Calls for Death Penalty for TerroristsTransportation Minister praises 'life without parole' bill as a strong moral principle, says terrorists should be condemned to death.![]() PA Official Cites 'IDF Values' to Oppose BillPA official upset over ministers' approval of bill to prevent the release of terrorist murderers, complains law 'contradicts IDF values'.![]() 'Do They Oppose Releasing Terrorists or Not?'MK Shaked puzzles over opposition to terrorist release prevention bill by left-wing ministers who claimed to oppose such moves.![]() Ministers Pass 'Life Without Parole' BillBill to enforce life sentences for terrorists passes 7-3 in Committee for Legislation. But will it face an appeal?![]() Bennett: Yes, We Have to Tie our Own HandsEconomics Minister says his party's bill will prevent Israeli government from releasing terrorists, even if it wants to.![]() Father 'Won't Recover' From His Daughter's MurderYaakov Dadon, father of Israeli girl killed in recent suspected terror attack, rejects opposition to bills preventing terror releases.![]() Sunday Bills Aim to Stop Terrorist ReleasesJewish Home leader Naftali Bennett vows to 'put an end to' the practice of releasing terrorist murderers, as two bills up for debate Sunday.![]() Bill: Life Sentence without Parole for TerroristsJewish Home Chairman vows to vote for bill, which is already being threatened with an appeal by Tzipi Livni. 'We will not relent,' he says.![]() US Official: Israel Torpedoed Talks on PurposeMartin Indyk lashes out at Israel again over failed peace talks, says 'settlements undermine Israel's Jewish future.'![]() Ariel: We Can't Release Terrorist MurderersHousing Minister visits the family of Shelly Dadon, calls for an end of terrorist releases.![]() Daughter Against Supporters of Terrorist ReleasesBereaved daughter advises ministers who voted to release terrorists not to show up at memorial ceremonies.![]() 'Netanyahu's Words are Hollow'Bereaved parent calls out PM, President, Supreme Court on allowing terrorist releases to go through, asks not to speak on Memorial Day.![]() 'Bibi, Stay Away from Memorial Day Ceremony'Bereaved families tell PM not to make their pain worse by speaking at ceremony for terror victims after releasing terrorists 3 times.![]() Israel, PA Hold Separate Talks with US EnvoyPrevious day's talks were 'very difficult' - a new tripartite meeting could be held in the coming days, but no one is optimistic.![]() Shabak Head: Terrorists Must be Sent AbroadIf the “fourth round” of terrorist prisoner releases takes place, at least 10 terrorists will have to be sent abroad, the Shabak head said.![]() Likud Ministers Warn Bennett – Don't Topple Gov'tLikud officials urge Jewish Home MKs to disobey party leader, who has threatened to leave coalition over prisoner release.![]() Report: PM Unwilling to Torpedo CoalitionNetanyahu 'unwilling to turn the world upside down' for Bennett. But what does that actually mean?![]() 'As Soon as Terrorists Board Bus, I Will Resign'Deputy Minister Danny Danon reiterates intent to resign if prisoner deal goes through, calls coalition tensions 'test' for Bennett, Likud.![]() Bennett: Have We No Red Lines?Economy Minister keeps hammering at proposed deal, says: 'The world despises a country that releases the murderers of children.'![]() Arab Terrorists Begin, End New Hunger StrikeHamas terrorist begins hunger strike over solitary confinement, causing 'solidarity movement' - for a few hours.![]() Bennett Appeals to Israeli Arabs in Open LetterJewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett publishes open letter to Israeli Arabs saying deal would turn them into second-class citizens.![]() Pictures of Terrorists Hang in Israeli Arab CityComplaint filed against the mayor of Baqa al-Gharbiyye, after signs showing terrorists who murdered an IDF soldier are discovered.![]() Minister Says Livni Should Leave the GovernmentIn special interview, Uri Orbach calls HaTnua 'fictitious,' slams Livni for blaming Israel over talks - which he has 'no problem' reviving.![]() FM Offers Talks Without Terrorist ReleasesAvigdor Liberman says Israel 'in favor of negotiations' as long as terrorists remain in prison.![]() Marwan Barghouti Demands Release from PrisonPalestinian Arab terrorist leader releases new directives to PA, entitled "Insurgency Strategy," and calls for terrorists to be released.![]() Ramallah Insists Israel Torpedoed TalksSpokesman claims that Israel used talks to stall for time, brought end to talks by 'building settlements.'![]() Fresh March Against Terrorist Release in JerusalemBereaved families raise outcry over terrorist releases, 'end to Israel's sovereignty' proposed in possible deal with US and PA.![]() Report: Pollard to Be Released in Two WeeksIsraeli source says Pollard deal is in the process of being secured - but at what cost?![]() US Confirms Pollard's Release is on the TableObama administration negotiating with Israel to secure Pollard's release - but it would mean 'significant concessions' for Israel.![]() Boycott the New York TimesIsrael Tenenbaum was expendable, if the NYTimes is to be the source of information on his murderer. |