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IDF chief of staff Herzi Halevi to resign in March, taking responsibility for October 7 failures)
IDF chief of staff Herzi Halevi to resign in March, taking responsibility for October 7 failures
IDF
Hostage Negotiations
What happens next in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal?
What happens next in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal?

The fragile agreement has clear plans for stage one of the ceasefire, but leaves unanswered questions about hostages and long-term peace
Hamas
‘I was certain that I’d die in Gaza’ – freed hostages share their testimony after 471 days in Hamas captivity
‘I was certain that I’d die in Gaza’ – freed hostages share their testimony after 471 days in Hamas captivity

The three women recalled being held in underground tunnels, undergoing medical procedures without anesthesia and seeing their families campaign for their release.
Settlers
Police officer questioned after two Israeli settlers shot during West Bank riot in Arab village
Police officer questioned after two Israeli settlers shot during West Bank riot in Arab village

Reports suggest that a border post was attacked by masked men close to a Palestinian village
Hamas
Almost a quarter of Americans support Hamas over Israel, new poll finds
Almost a quarter of Americans support Hamas over Israel, new poll finds

The survey found a clear divide between Democrats and Republicans, as well as overwhelming support for the ceasefire deal
West Bank
IDF reservist killed by roadside bomb in West Bank
IDF reservist killed by roadside bomb in West Bank

Four other soldiers were injured when a device detonated under their vehicle
Hamas
Cheering crowds gather in West Bank as dozens of terrorists released
Cheering crowds gather in West Bank as dozens of terrorists released

Demonstrators waved the flags of Hamas, Fatah and Palestinian Islamic Jihad
Hamas terror
IDF preparing for ‘significant operations’ in the West Bank
IDF preparing for ‘significant operations’ in the West Bank

The military’s most senior officer has also asked generals to “formulate plans” for a resumption of the war in Gaza
Hostage Negotiations
Hamas gives hostages ‘gift bags’ in propaganda stunt after 471 days in Gaza
Hamas gives hostages ‘gift bags’ in propaganda stunt after 471 days in Gaza

The ‘goodie bags’ reportedly contained a map of the Strip and photos of the women in captivity

Houthis vow to continue attacks on Israel-linked ships until final ceasefire phase

‘I’m the happiest person in the world’ Emily Damari says after freedom from Gaza

Biden takes credit for ceasefire and hostage release in final speech as president

Trump: Israel-Hamas ceasefire ‘better hold,’ or ‘all hell will break out’
In Focus
Who are the Palestinian prisoners being freed in return for the hostages?

Who are the Palestinian prisoners being freed in return for the hostages?

The new ceasefire deal will see the initial release of 33 hostages in exchange for up to 1,904 Palestinian prisoners, many of whom have been charged with terrorism and murder
What awaits the three hostages due for release in today’s ceasefire deal?

What awaits the three hostages due for release in today’s ceasefire deal?

Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher and Emily Damari will be taken to private hospital suites and treated for what health ministry anticipates to be severe mental and physical complications
Israel-Hamas ceasefire set to begin Sunday at 8:30 am
Israel-Hamas ceasefire set to begin Sunday at 8:30 am

Israel will free 1,904 Palestinian terrorists in the first stage of the ceasefire as Ben Gvir’s party believed to be leaving governing coalition
Abbas says the Palestinian Authority ready to assume ‘full responsibility’ in Gaza
Abbas says the Palestinian Authority ready to assume ‘full responsibility’ in Gaza

The Palestinian leader said the Palestinian Authority has completed all preparations to start rehabilitating the Strip.
Palestinian terrorist stabs man in Tel Aviv
Palestinian terrorist stabs man in Tel Aviv

The attacker, from the West Bank, was shot by a civilian after the attack
Israel orders release of settlers under administrative detention in the West Bank
Israel orders release of settlers under administrative detention in the West Bank

The Shin Bet objected to the decision made by the defense minister
Hostage families share their pain as baby captive Kfir Bibas turns two
Hostage families share their pain as baby captive Kfir Bibas turns two

‘Since October 7 we have had to put all our emotions aside because otherwise, we wouldn’t be able to function’
Spotlight
Freed hostages will face ‘complex emotional challenges’ after family reunion, claims PTSD expert

Freed hostages will face ‘complex emotional challenges’ after family reunion, claims PTSD expert

Vered Atzmon Meshulam explains the issues those who have suffered years of Hamas captivity could face upon returning home
Two major budget airlines to resume UK flights to Israel

Two major budget airlines to resume UK flights to Israel

‘The time is now to press reset on your Israel travel plans’
Smotrich ‘likely’ to resign over ceasefire deal
Smotrich ‘likely’ to resign over ceasefire deal

The move could collapse the Netanyahu government and prompt fresh elections in Israel at a crucial moment for the region
Netanyahu blames Hamas for reneging on deal as he delays cabinet vote
Netanyahu blames Hamas for reneging on deal as he delays cabinet vote

The Israeli security cabinet need to approve the deal before it takes effect on Sunday
Judaism taught the West to think – now it must teach it how to survive
Judaism taught the West to think – now it must teach it how to survive

In extracts from her new book, The Builder’s Stone, Melanie Phillips explains how Jewish nationhood, education and morality can play a vital role in shaping the future
Israel ‘rigged Iran’s uranium centrifuges with explosives’ in bid to halt nuclear programme
Israel ‘rigged Iran’s uranium centrifuges with explosives’ in bid to halt nuclear programme

The shocking claims were made by the Islamic regime’s Vice President, who confirmed that the plan had been foiled
‘I support Israel destroying and killing every last member of Hamas’ says Trump nominee Pete Hegseth
‘I support Israel destroying and killing every last member of Hamas’ says Trump nominee Pete Hegseth

The prospective US Secretary of Defence said he would support Israel’s attempts to rid Gaza of Hamas

More Israel News

How the trauma of October 7 was a catalyst for innovations in Israeli healthcare
How the trauma of October 7 was a catalyst for innovations in Israeli healthcare

The turmoil has driven the development of groundbreaking tools to aid its citizens and inspire solutions worldwide.
Why the Trump factor was critical in making the hostage deal happen
Why the Trump factor was critical in making the hostage deal happen

The crushing of Hamas and the decline of the Iranian axis were also important
Member of Netanyahu’s coalition urges Trump to reject current hostage deal
Member of Netanyahu’s coalition urges Trump to reject current hostage deal

Ohad Tal, who chairs the Religious Zionism Party's Knesset faction lobbied the president-elect at Mar a Lago
Pro-Israel judge poised to take over ICJ presidency
Pro-Israel judge poised to take over ICJ presidency

Julia Sebutinde made headlines for her robust rejection of South Africa's genocide claims against Israel.
Blinken set to unveil plan to install PA in place of Hamas in Gaza
Blinken set to unveil plan to install PA in place of Hamas in Gaza

Israel has so far blocked the return to Gaza of the PLO-led entity.
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