Israel news feed

Some of the high-profile prisoners include terrorists from the Second Intifada responsible for killing dozens of Israelis in the early 2000s; an Islamic Jihad terrorist involved in the murder of 20 Israelis and the injury of approximately 150 others; and a terrorist convicted of carrying out the 2003 attack on bus line 2 in Jerusalem, which killed 23 people

After a nerve-wracking wait, it finally happened this morning (Saturday). The hostages Karina Ariev, Liri Elbeg, Daniela Gilboa, and Naama Levy stepped out of the vehicles of armed Hamas terrorists, standing on their feet while dressed in improvised Hamas uniforms, just moments before being handed over to the Red Cross. They were subsequently transferred to […]

The people of Israel were glued to their screens today with excitement as four reconnaissance soldiers return home to their joyful parents and families. The agreement with Hamas prioritized the release of women before men and civilians before soldiers. However, last night, when the list of names was transferred from Hamas to Israel, it was […]

As reported by Israel Hayom, Israel postponed its response to Hamas' breach of the agreement until the safe return of the four hostages. Now that they are in Israeli custody, discussions took place, leading to the decision to suspend the return of displaced Palestinians from southern Gaza to the northern strip. Yesterday, discussions revolved around […]

This morning (Saturday), Brig. Gen. Hagari addressed the media after the release of the four surveillance officers  Karina Arayev, Liri Elbag, Daniela Gilboa, and Naama Levi who had been held captive by Hamas. "They arrived at the reception center to meet their parents after being released today under the agreement," Hagari said. "They were abducted […]

Dr. Guy Shalev, executive director of Physicians for Human Rights Israel, describes the country's deliberate destruction of Gaza's health system

The October 7 massacre produced across-the-board agreement in Israel to augment the ground forces and add billions to the defense budget. But the war's real lesson is the very opposite

HOSTAGE DEAL: Hostages arrive in Israeli hospital, reunited with parents ■ WEST BANK: Two-year-old killed in crossfire during IDF raid near Jenin, West Bank, Palestinian Ministry says ■ LEBANON: Israel seeks U.S. support to delay IDF withdrawal ■ GAZA: Israeli presses to condition Palestinians' return to northern Gaza on release of civilian hostage

Those who are willing to talk at any time with Israel's worst enemies should also show a hint of magnanimity toward Israelis who have consistently demanded a more diverse Supreme Court

In the first deportations of the hostage-prisoner exchange, some Palestinian prisoners – including those charged with murder – will be transported to Egypt and Gaza. A total of 200 prisoners are expected to be released on Saturday in exchange for four Israeli hostages held by Hamas

Israel's concessions in the cease-fire agreement, including allowing aid and medical transfers, potentially strengthen Hamas, despite concerns they will renege on their promises ■ The IDF's operation in the West Bank has implications for the hostage deal and regional stability

The Gaza cease-fire / hostage and prisoner deal between Israel and Hamas includes three stages, made up of smaller phases, and is expected to encounter many hurdles. This is what it will look like over the next weeks - and years

While the prosecution in Netanyahu's corruption trial opposed canceling two testimony days, it agreed to allow extended breaks and slightly shorter sessions

An investigation by the university into complaints that the panel discussion on how 'Zionism weaponizes feminism' found no evidence that students were forced to attend the event

Hamas and Hezbollah have been battered and Iran isolated, but this is offset by growing hostility against Israel, an ominous loss of levers in Washington given Trump's return, and the fact that Netanyahu won't craft smart policies - especially not on the Palestinian issue

The arrest was made after a successful TV appeal in which police released footage of a hoodied attacker setting the synagogue alight.

The four IDF field spotters were kidnapped from the Nahal Oz base and have been in captivity for 476 days. A fifth IDF spotter, Agam Berger, still remains in captivity, along with two other civilian women: Shiri Bibas and Arbel Yehoud

The police commissioner called the officers' behavior 'a disgrace,' while police attributed the issues to a personnel shortage and inexperienced commanders, following former National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's overhaul of senior leadership

The Indian national airline suspended operations in Israel after October 7, but recommenced operations relatively quickly compared with other airlines in March 2024.

Bank of America published a forecast about the Israeli currency. The bank's analysts expect the shekel to continue to strengthen if the ceasefire agreements are fully implemented.