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  In a powerful display of faith and community support, Alexandre Sasha Troufanov, who was released Saturday in the sixth phase of the hostage deal from Islamic Jihad captivity, marked his first full day of freedom by putting on tefillin at Sheba Medical Center, joined by Russia's Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar, who traveled to Israel […]

  With the decline of pro-Palestinian demonstrations across US campuses, Jewish students report that Donald Trump's return to the White House has created a more secure environment and an increased sense of personal safety. They also note a marked decrease in pro-Palestinian protesters' willingness to engage in extreme actions. "Today, students think twice before wearing […]

  The head of Germany's largest police union delivers an unequivocal message about protecting Jewish communities in the wake of October 7, while calling for expanded powers to combat rising antisemitism and extremism across the country. In an exclusive interview with Israel Hayom, Jochen Kopelke details his organization's commitment to ensuring Jewish security and outlines […]

  Israel's largest-ever business delegation to India concluded a landmark visit that sets the stage for a historic free trade agreement between the two nations in 2025, Israel Hayom learned Thursday. The delegation, comprising more than 100 Israeli companies, conducted over 600 business meetings with Indian business leaders, establishing new pathways for economic cooperation and […]

ISRAEL: Security cabinet to convene on Monday to discuss Stage 2 of Gaza cease-fire ■ GAZA CEASE-FIRE/HOSTAGE TALKS: U.S. Mideast envoy Witkoff says Israel and Hamas to continue talks on cease-fire this week ■ LEBANON: Twenty ultra-Orthodox men crossed border into Lebanon, some were arrested

Besides facing an imminent decision regarding Gaza – continuing with the deal, resuming the war or extending the first stage of the present deal – Israel is also arriving at a critical turning point in Lebanon, with the temporary cease-fire set to end on Tuesday

The dozens who gathered in Kfar Sava to watch Iair Horn's release met during protests for the Horn brothers' release. Ever since, they have been living embodiments of solidarity, demonstrating every week and taking turns cooking food for his mother. 'It's a moment of victory, but it's not over'

Despite Saturday's release going as planned – and even though Israel backtracked on its demand to free all the hostages by then – Israeli talking points still aren't sending a 'business as usual' message: implicit threats to resume the war continue to mount

Israeli researchers found that the food entering Gaza provided an average of 3,000 calories per person per day. In February 2024, during the fierce fighting in Gaza and attempts by Israeli activists to block aid trucks from entering Gaza, only 1,508 calories per person per day was delivered

Israel's war aimed to make Gaza uninhabitable and find a place for evacuees, as many in the government and military have stated

Egyptian media reports suggest Hamas has agreed not to have a representative on the Gaza reconstruction committee. Officials told Haaretz the timing is meant to offer an alternative to Trump's expulsion plan and push Israel forward in negotiations

Rubio's trip will focus on securing hostages' release, advancing the second stage of the Israel-Hamas cease-fire, and countering Iran, the State Department said. Unlike typical visits, he will not visit Ramallah or meet with Palestinian Authority officials

While Alexander Troufanov was held alone, Sagui Dekel Chen and Yair Horn were kept in Hamas tunnels with three other hostages still there. They were held in Khan Yunis, close to their homes in Kibbutz Nir Oz. Troufanov only learned of his father Vitaly's murder on October 7th upon release

The Red Line was suspended for five days this past week. Beyond the inconvenience, where do the municipality and Jerusalemites stand on construction of the new lines to come?

The Red Line was suspended for five days this past week. Beyond the inconvenience, where do the municipality and Jerusalemites stand on construction of the new lines to come?

Neighborhood Corner: Despite its tumultuous beginnings, Ramat Shlomo today represents the ever-changing landscape of Jerusalem – a city where history, religion, and politics intertwine.

Neighborhood Corner: Despite its tumultuous beginnings, Ramat Shlomo today represents the ever-changing landscape of Jerusalem – a city where history, religion, and politics intertwine.