ISRAEL: Israeli team to discuss 'technical matters' of Gaza deal in Doha, with second-stage details to follow after Netanyahu return from U.S., official says ■ GAZA: Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry: Four killed, five wounded in Strip in last 48 hours ■ LEBANON: Report: Six killed in Israeli drone strike in Syrian border
Even from Washington, the prime minister is working to block the transition to the next stage of the deal. If the Israeli public and defense chiefs don't apply strong pressure on an indifferent government, the hostages will continue to suffer in worse conditions
CAM’s statement follows the release of Israeli civilian hostages Or Levy, Eli Sharabi, Ohad Ben Ami after the three spent nearly 500 days in Hamas captivity in Gaza.
Neighbors of Ohad Ben-Ami and Eli Sharabi gathered at the Kibbutz pub to celebrate their return from Hamas captivity, but were struck into silence when they saw them, gaunt and pale. 'It looked like they came from the world of the dead,' said one
The release of three emaciated men on Saturday sparked protests across Israel. 'Don't let Netanyahu fool you,' families urged Trump, accusing the prime minister of refusing to commit to advance the next stage of the hostage deal
What happened to the hostages during 491 days in hell of Gaza? With the return of Ohad Ben Ami, Ori Levi, and Eli Sharabi from Hamas captivity on Saturday, new details are emerging about their harrowing ordeal, both psychologically and physically, as evidenced by the images that shocked the world. The three hostages were held […]
Or and his wife hid in a bomb shelter where 16 people were murdered by Hamas on October 7, before being kidnapped. Eli Sharabi, also released on Saturday, didn't know that his brother, wife and children were killed too
'I've never been so excited in my life,' Or Levy's brother said upon their reunion ■ Ohad Ben Ami joked with his family, saying, 'I left in size XXL and came back to you in size M' ■ Eli Sharabi was greeted by his mother and sister after his wife and daughters were killed on October 7, 2023
Netanyahu has spent decades of his career using the memory of the Holocaust as a political issue. But on Saturday morning, Israelis woke up to Holocaust-like images on their TV screens – three pale, limping, emaciated hostages being released from Gaza
The three hostages released Saturday appeared gaunt and pale, with families fearing time is running out. 'Netanyahu, do you see what they look like?' asked one mother, adding, 'Do you see the consequences of your obstructions?'
The new prime minister pledged to implement UN Resolution 1701, mandating a cease-fire with Israel, the withdrawal of armed groups from southern Lebanon, and the reinforcement of the Lebanese army in the region
"A Gut Punch". This is how an Israeli official involved in the negotiations described the reaction to the images of the three released hostages Ohad Ben Ami, Eli Sharabi, and Or Levy, after 491 days in Hamas captivity. "They were held underground most of the time in harsh conditions. Testimonies from those who have already […]
Last week, a major drag festival in central Tel Aviv attracted thousands of attendees. Despite the absence of international performers and a lack of support from gay politicians, the drag queens and kings remained undeterred and raised awareness of HIV
Shock. A tightening in the chest. A heart that so desperately wanted to rejoice, to celebrate the return of Ohad, Eli, and Or, became paralyzed for a few moments in a wave of collective terror. A real shudder. "At least they're on their feet," everyone muttered, clinging to small comforts, to a measure of relief. […]