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ISRAEL: IDF chief says army closely monitoring events in Syria; Israeli forces help repel attack on UN post in Syrian territory near border, IDF says ■ LEBANON: Israeli strikes on southern Lebanese villages kill six, Lebanese health ministry says ■ GAZA: Hamas begins attempts to locate living hostages in Gaza captivity

Both sides of the conflict in Syria agree that if Assad is not deposed by force, the fate of the country will be determined by the interests of regional powers and superpowers – not by the Syrian people

After opposition factions take control of Aleppo, the city’s Christian community prepares for the holidays while navigating newfound freedoms and lingering uncertainties.

Despite keeping a low profile, Thailand is using all the diplomatic means at its disposal to push for the release of eight Thai nationals still held hostage by Hamas. 'We talk to anyone who can help us,' says the Thai ambassador to Israel

24-year-old Capt. Avraham Ben Pinchas was wounded in combat two months ago and returned to the front after recovering

In the video, Matan refers to Prime Minister Netanyahu's declaration that he will grant $5 million and free passage out of Gaza to anyone returning living hostages, saying, 'You don't know your enemies or their intentions'

After Hamas released a hostage video of her son, Einav Zangauker called on Israelis to take to the streets. Anti-government organizations are leading the protest in central Tel Aviv's Azrieli Intersection for the first time since August, when they decided to let the hostages' families take the lead

Syrian anti-Assad rebel forces seize Damascus suburb, southern Quneitra province adjoining Israeli border in the Golan ■ IDF says it is helping UN forces repel an attack by militants on UN post near Israel's border ■ Report: Hamas attempts to locate living hostages in light of progress toward hostage deal ■ IDF says it struck Hezbollah targets in south Lebanon over actions that 'posed a threat to Israel' ■ Three Israelis wounded in suspected car-ramming attack in West Bank ■ Here's what you need to know 428 days into the war

Mohammed Al Thani said Doha was encouraged by Trump's efforts to reach a Gaza cease-fire before assuming office. Addressing international calls for Hamas leadership to leave Qatar, he questioned, 'who is going to engage with them in resolving conflict?'

Syrian rebels announced today (Saturday) that they have taken control of the Quneitra province, near the Israeli border. However, Assad's regime has yet to confirm this claim. Reuters reported that the rebels have also entered the key city of Homs. Despite speculation online, Assad's office denies he has left Syria. Since yesterday, Syrian opposition sources […]

Yes, democracy's deficiencies are manifested in similar ways around the world, but it's a stretch to imply that this week's events in Seoul and Paris, the election of Trump and the strengthening of far-right parties stem from the same root causes

This is the first time that opposition forces have reached the outskirts of the Syrian capital since 2018. In reaction, Israel has bolstered defenses in the Golan Heights as fighting nears the Israel-Syria border

It's fair to assume that President-elect Trump's resonating threat to unleash "all hell" on those responsible for withholding the hostages carries more weight than the famous tale of Hershele of Ostropol, the jester from countless folk stories. The relevant story describes Hershele, penniless and hungry, storming into an inn, pounding the table, and threatening that […]

In 1957, David Ben-Gurion and others were wounded when a young man threw a grenade in the Knesset. Now it turns out that the prime minister corresponded for years with his would-be assassin, and even tried to obtain a pardon for him

The end of the year is always a good time to review finances, compare your current situation to your stated goals and needs.

Had a lone resident of this quiet residential street in El Bireh not been awake, the fire could have reached the homes under which the cars were parked

ISRAEL: IDF deploying extra forces to Golan Heights as rebel forces make advances in Syria ■ LEBANON: Israel strikes Syria-Lebanon border crossings, where weapons were being transferred to Hezbollah ■ GAZA: 32 Gazans killed and 95 wounded in Israeli attacks in past 24 hours

Four Tel Aviv startups land on TIME’s list of 2024’s best inventions, showcasing Israeli innovation.